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Palm Islands are the three largest artificial islands in the world. They are located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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The Palm Jumeirah is located off the coast of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. It is 5km square, adding 78km to Dubai's coastlines.

This island is the first chapter of the Palm Trilogy and is expected to attract around 20,000 visitors daily and will be able to accommodate 250,000 people.

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While creating the Palm Jumeirah, over 20 different authorities were brought in to do research on the environments and possible effects from the island. Strict policies were put into act, including contractor inspections and audits. Environmental friendly technologies have also been installed, such as solar panels, installation, and double glasing. The Palm Jumeirah strives to be a positive addition to the environment.

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The Trunk is 2km long. It is a vigorous residence, shopping, and tourism destination, and features upscale housing, hotels, marinas, shops, and restaurants.

The Crescent is 11km long and creates a beautiful breakwater to the trunk and the fronds.

The Fronds (of which there will be 17) are for beachfront residences.

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The trunk of the island is connected to the mainland by the Gateway Bridge and the monorail.

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The Palm Monorail will be available for residents and visitors and will run from the Gateway Station at the trunk to the Atlantis Station on the crescent. It will be 5.4km long and have two intermediate stops: at the Trump International Hotel and Tower, and the Luxury Retail Centre.

The Sub-Sea Tunnel will be the chief form of transportation throughout the island; it connects the main body to the crescent. It will be 1.4km long and provide three lanes of traffic in each direction together with a service/emergency cell in the middle.

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The new island will include six marinas that are adult and children friendly alike. There will be a water theme park called "Sea Village" that will feature many rides and attractions with a sea life theme, and a board walk that is part of the "palm".

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[edit] The Trunk

• Fairmount Palm Hotel and Resort - 5-star resort and spa, featuring indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, willow stream spa, and beach clubs.

• Golden Mile - a strip of upscale boutiques, cafés, walkways and homes.

• IGY (Island Global Yachting) Anchor Marina - accommodation for 700+ yachts, including dining, retail, clubhouse and special events.

• Oceana - luxury condos and 5-star resort hotel, featuring a waterside running track and promenade, infinity pool, gymnasium, and a business centre.

• Shoreline Apartments - 5 exclusive beachfront clubhouses, providing fitness centers, retail outlets, al fresco dining, swimming pools and access beaches.

• Tiara Residences - 6 luxury apartment towers and the 6-star Palm Anantara Hotel, Resort & Spa, featuring two spas, two fitness centers, and restaurants.

• Trump International Hotel and Tower - 60 storey mixed-use building for luxury hotel and residences, featuring a sky lobby, retail, and beautiful views up the trunk.

[edit] The Crescent

• Atlantis, the Palm - ocean-themed resort, featuring water attractions, marine animal habitats, and The Dig (an archaeological experience)

• Jumeirah Al Fattan Palm Resort - 6 storey luxury hotel and residence, including a spa, private marina, and beach club.

• Kempinski Hotel Emerald Palace Dubai - 5-star resort and hotel on top of two 7 storey buildings and Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Residences, featuring a concierge, shopping arcade, and gardens.

• Kingdom of Sheba - residential and leisure luxury resort, including a traditional souk (market), a beach club, and a concierge.

• Royal Amwaj - luxury residential and resort area, with two natural lagoons, international cuisine, and an infinity pool.

• Taj Exotica Resort and Spa - 5-star resort and spa, with a Jiva spa, gourmet dining, and water sports.

[edit] Get out

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