Anantara, The Palm, Dubai

Thai temple-inspired luxury at The Palm Jumeirah

ARTICLE BY : Hanisha Sethi

The Far East meets the Middle East at Palm Jumeirah’s east crescent in Dubai. As an upscale and impressive resort, the Thai hospitality extends far beyond the visual red-roofed villas that sit across the palm archipelago. Twisting walkways lined with abundant, tropical trees will lead you through the resort as you access the main lagoon or beach. With striking views of Downtown Dubai’s skyline, you can overlook the hustle and bustle of the city.

The Anantara not only makes the most of it’s position on The Palm, but boasts a spectacular view of the marina and cityscape with a sense of being removed from the traffic and skyscrapers. If you want to venture towards the city, take a couple’s trip on the resort’s Thai longtail boat for a scenic way to visit the nearby Dubai Marina. Why not also head further afield, and soak up some culture at the Souk Madinat by the Burj Al Arab. Explore the style and ambience of the Middle Eastern Bazaar which offers plenty of souvenirs and modern eateries. Or after a busy day of exploring, unwind at Mekong - Anantara’s contemporary restaurant. Take a seat at the rickshaw tables on the terrace and feast upon flavours and spices of Thailand and China.

Rooms
If you want to take your Honeymoon romance to the next level, we’d recommend you find peace and serenity in a One Bedroom Over Water Villa. Wake up to stunning sunrises, and spend sunny days on the terrace suspended over the waters. Your ensuites will have a sunken bathtubs giving you prime sea views of endless blue waters.

Lagoon
The resort is clustered around three lagoon pools, giving you plenty of choice with areas to relax in. You’ll pass floating, market-style boats, offering couples cold towels, fruit and cocktails - it’s pure bliss! If you fancy venturing towards the Gulf’s majestic waters, you can water-ski, wakeboard or kayak through the turquoise waters under the Arabian sun.

Healing Hammam
Let your pre-wedding aches and cares melt away in the luxurious hammam where you can find inner harmony in a plush setting. Try the Arabian Massage which will focus on pressure points to enhance the body’s energy levels.