The first guests have checked into Ciel Dubai Marina, the world's tallest hotel. Standing at 377 metres, the property overtakes 356-metre-tall Gevora Hotel, also a Dubai property.
Spread across 82 floors and offering 1,004 rooms and suites, Ciel Dubai Marina breaks an additional record with its opening, that of world's highest infinity pool. Tattu Sky Pool is located on level 76 and soars 310 metres above the city.
The pool is part of Tattu Dubai, the first international branch of Manchester-born modern Asian restaurant chain, which opened on October 10 and is located on level 74. The restaurant also operates Tattu Sky Lounge & Terrace on level 81, offering a rooftop experience and 360-degree views of the city.
Ciel Dubai Marina is managed by The First Group Hospitality under the Vignette Collection brand, which is owned by IHG Hotels & Resorts.
Besides Tattu Dubai, dining options include West 13, which serves Mediterranean cuisine; East 14 for Asian food; and home-grown concept Risen Cafe & Artisanal Bakery, an all-day dining spot for cafe-style dishes.
A spa and 24-hour gym are located on level 61, while all guests will receive access and free transfers to Soluna Beach Club on Palm Jumeirah.
Ciel Dubai Marina's also offers connections to Dubai Marina Mall and the city’s tram and metro services. Its location gives guests easy access to the nearby JBR beachfront and Bluewaters, home to The Walk and Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel.
Originally scheduled to open last year, the Dh2 billion ($544 million) Ciel Dubai Marina joins a skyline already home to eight of the world’s 10 tallest hotels, including Rose Rayhaan by Rotana (333 metres), Burj Al Arab (321 metres), Jumeirah Emirates Towers (309 metres), Address Beach Resort (301 metres) and Tower Plaza (294 metres).
Heinrich Morio, managing director of Ciel Dubai Marina, said: “This extraordinary hotel redefines innovation, luxury and creativity, offering an experience that is as elevated as it is unforgettable. We are delighted to welcome guests with genuine warmth and care, creating an atmosphere of heartfelt hospitality.”
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance: the specs
Engine: 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 plus rear-mounted electric motor
Power: 843hp at N/A rpm
Torque: 1470Nm N/A rpm
Transmission: 9-speed auto
Fuel consumption: 8.6L/100km
On sale: October to December
Price: From Dh875,000 (estimate)
Terror attacks in Paris, November 13, 2015
- At 9.16pm, three suicide attackers killed one person outside the Atade de France during a foootball match between France and Germany
- At 9.25pm, three attackers opened fire on restaurants and cafes over 20 minutes, killing 39 people
- Shortly after 9.40pm, three other attackers launched a three-hour raid on the Bataclan, in which 1,500 people had gathered to watch a rock concert. In total, 90 people were killed
- Salah Abdeslam, the only survivor of the terrorists, did not directly participate in the attacks, thought to be due to a technical glitch in his suicide vest
- He fled to Belgium and was involved in attacks on Brussels in March 2016. He is serving a life sentence in France
MATCH INFO
What: 2006 World Cup quarter-final
When: July 1
Where: Gelsenkirchen Stadium, Gelsenkirchen, Germany
Result:
England 0 Portugal 0
(Portugal win 3-1 on penalties)
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The specs
Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged and three electric motors
Power: Combined output 920hp
Torque: 730Nm at 4,000-7,000rpm
Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
Fuel consumption: 11.2L/100km
On sale: Now, deliveries expected later in 2025
Price: expected to start at Dh1,432,000
INFO
Everton 0
Arsenal 0
Man of the Match: Djibril Sidibe (Everton)
Essentials
The flights
Whether you trek after mountain gorillas in Rwanda, Uganda or the Congo, the most convenient international airport is in Rwanda’s capital city, Kigali. There are direct flights from Dubai a couple of days a week with RwandAir. Otherwise, an indirect route is available via Nairobi with Kenya Airways. Flydubai flies to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo, via Entebbe in Uganda. Expect to pay from US$350 (Dh1,286) return, including taxes.
The tours
Superb ape-watching tours that take in all three gorilla countries mentioned above are run by Natural World Safaris. In September, the company will be operating a unique Ugandan ape safari guided by well-known primatologist Ben Garrod.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, local operator Kivu Travel can organise pretty much any kind of safari throughout the Virunga National Park and elsewhere in eastern Congo.
