Dubai is known for its height. It's already home to the world's tallest building, the world's tallest hotel and the world's tallest Ferris wheel, and the emirate's altitude will soon rise further as work begins on one of the world's tallest rooftop pools.
Standing at a staggering 210 metres, the Palm Tower's four-sided rooftop pool is set to offer unrivalled views over The Palm Jumeirah, the Arabian Gulf, and the Dubai skyline. The infinity pool, which will hold more than 930,000 litres of water, is the crowning feature of the new 52-storey luxury hotel and residential complex.
The Palm Tower, which is being developed by Nakheel, will be made up of a 289-room St. Regis hotel on the lower floors, 432 luxury residences on the upper floors, and a host of dining and leisure facilities throughout.
Above the pool, located on the 50th floor, will be a podium housing a 51st level speciality restaurant and a 52nd storey public viewing deck — more than 240 metres high.
Currently, around 850 construction workers are on site at The Palm Tower, rising to more than 1,500 when internal fit out gets in full swing in the next few weeks. Fit out of the St. Regis — due to open later this year — has already begun.
When the rooftop pool opens in 2020, it will be one of the world's highest, rivalling the famous Marina Bay Sands pool in Singapore, which is located on the 57th floor of the hotel.
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Know before you go
- Jebel Akhdar is a two-hour drive from Muscat airport or a six-hour drive from Dubai. It’s impossible to visit by car unless you have a 4x4. Phone ahead to the hotel to arrange a transfer.
- If you’re driving, make sure your insurance covers Oman.
- By air: Budget airlines Air Arabia, Flydubai and SalamAir offer direct routes to Muscat from the UAE.
- Tourists from the Emirates (UAE nationals not included) must apply for an Omani visa online before arrival at evisa.rop.gov.om. The process typically takes several days.
- Flash floods are probable due to the terrain and a lack of drainage. Always check the weather before venturing into any canyons or other remote areas and identify a plan of escape that includes high ground, shelter and parking where your car won’t be overtaken by sudden downpours.
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Credit Score explained
What is a credit score?
In the UAE your credit score is a number generated by the Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECB), which represents your credit worthiness – in other words, your risk of defaulting on any debt repayments. In this country, the number is between 300 and 900. A low score indicates a higher risk of default, while a high score indicates you are a lower risk.
Why is it important?
Financial institutions will use it to decide whether or not you are a credit risk. Those with better scores may also receive preferential interest rates or terms on products such as loans, credit cards and mortgages.
How is it calculated?
The AECB collects information on your payment behaviour from banks as well as utilitiy and telecoms providers.
How can I improve my score?
By paying your bills on time and not missing any repayments, particularly your loan, credit card and mortgage payments. It is also wise to limit the number of credit card and loan applications you make and to reduce your outstanding balances.
How do I know if my score is low or high?
By checking it. Visit one of AECB’s Customer Happiness Centres with an original and valid Emirates ID, passport copy and valid email address. Liv. customers can also access the score directly from the banking app.
How much does it cost?
A credit report costs Dh100 while a report with the score included costs Dh150. Those only wanting the credit score pay Dh60. VAT is payable on top.
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