If I were putting together a modern set of Wonders of the World, I'd probably nominate the
Burj al Arab hotel in Dubai. Here's a
good set of pictures both inside and out (hint, if you click on the link you can see more pictures). Construction on the hotel began in 1994 and they hope it will become a symbol of Dubai (think Sydney Opera House). Per Wikipedia:
Despite its size, the Burj al-Arab holds only 28 double-storey floors which accommodate 202 bedroom suites. The smallest suite occupies an area of 169 square meters (1,819 square feet), the largest covers 780 square meters (8,396 square feet). It is one of the most expensive hotels in the world. The cost of staying in a suite begins at $1,000 per night and increases to over $15,000 per night; the Royal Suite is the most expensive, at $28,000 per night.
So save your pennies, I guess.
If I were putting together a modern set of Wonders of the World, I'd probably nominate the Burj al Arab hotel in Dubai. Here's a good set of pictures both inside and out (hint, if you click on the link you can see more pictures). Construction on the hotel began in 1994 and they hope it will become a symbol of Dubai (think Sydney Opera House). Per Wikipedia:
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I've eaten very good Thai food at the Forte Grand hotel which is the hotel right next to the left side of the tennis platform in the top picture. It was fantastic, too.
They were building the Burj al Arab when I was in Jebel Ali the first time. It was supposed to be absolutely beautiful. It's even more beautiful than I imagined.
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