Elite Traveler May-June 2016

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Grand King Suite RIXOS THE PALM

Imperial Suite PALAZZO VERSACE

Look out through floor-to-ceiling wraparound windows for a 360-degree panorama of the Palm, Burj Al Arab, Marina and city skyline. There’s a large terrace with lounging area and hot tub plus a private butler, chef and maid are dedicated to the suite. If you are bringing staff, they will have their own quarters and cooking facilities. Decoration is contemporary and there is a feel of air and light. The suite is decorated with modern sculpture and elegant artworks throughout. All three bathrooms are set in marble and have deep-soak bathtubs. Special amenities Transfers can be arranged by helicopter or boat, direct access elevator, complimentary 30-minute massage for two, private cabana on the suite beach, in-suite check in and check out, in-suite business center. Size 6,243 sq ft Number of bedrooms Three Weekly rate $76,300 Contact Saif Elmeziati, general manager, saif.elmeziati@rixos.com, +971 4 457 5555, thepalmdubai.rixos.com

The newest addition to Dubai’s luxury line up and on the top floor of the hotel overlooking Dubai Creek, think Italianate palace meets Arabian Nights. Designed by Donatella herself, Louis XlV would have been right at home amid the grandeur of this two-bedroom duplex. Touches of Rococo and Baroque embellish the rooms together with timber parquet, Tuscany’s Carrara marble, boiserie paneling and handcrafted mosaics. All furniture and fabric is Versace made – what else? There are 180-degree Dubai skyline views from the private terrace with pool. When you’ve chosen what to wear at the hotel’s Versace boutique, wander through the gardens and check out the reflection ponds. Special amenities Billiards room, private sauna and gym, Executive Club membership including limousine transfers, personalized check in and check out, 24-hour butler Size 12,917 sq ft, (including a 5,382 sq ft terrace, pool and Jacuzzi) Number of bedrooms Two Weekly rate $35,000 Contact reservations@palazzoversace.ae, +971 4 556 8888, palazzoversace.com

Watch the sun come up over Dubai’s spectacular skyline with breakfast in your private cabana on the beach, served by chef Nurettin