Dubai, 5 September 2006...Al Qasr, the palace hotel at Madinat Jumeirah - The Arabian Resort of Dubai, has been named one of the world's most exclusive luxury hotels in the premier issue of Robb Report Luxury Hotels, a bespoke annual publication from the editors of Robb Report magazine.

The publication culminates a yearlong project spanning 42 countries on six continents to search for the world's most exclusive properties meeting or exceeding the highest standards for service, setting, architecture and amenities.

Al Qasr at Madinat Jumeirah is the only Dubai-based hotel to be included in the premiere publication.

General Manager of Al Qasr, Christophe Schnyder, said the inclusion in the magazine was an outstanding result for the hotel.  "The Robb Report has been the international authority on luxury lifestyle for 30 years and we're thrilled Al Qasr has been incorporated in such an impressive publication as Robb Report Luxury Hotels."

"Since opening in September 2004, Al Qasr has warmly welcomed our valued guests with the regal resplendence and true Arabian hospitality expected from The Arabian Resort of Dubai and we look forward to doing so for many more years to come," he said. 

Al Qasr features world-class restaurants with enchanting terraces, stylish bars and lounges and 292 larger-than-average guest rooms and suites designed and decorated in traditional Arabic style unique to Dubai and the UAE. 

Al Qasr can be found on page 140 of the premiere issue of Robb Report Luxury Hotels, scheduled to hit newsstands today.

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Note to Editors:
About Madinat Jumeirah
Madinat Jumeirah provides guests with an authentic and unique Arabian experience.  Set on a private beach, the Resort is an authentic recreation of ancient Arabia capturing the natural beauty of the region and interconnected by nearly 4km of waterways and landscaped gardens.

Madinat Jumeirah features two grand boutique hotels - Al Qasr and Mina A' Salam, accommodation in 29 traditional summer houses - Dar Al Masyaf, conference and banqueting facilities, including two grand ballrooms, a 1000-seat amphitheatre and the region's only dedicated entertainment centre and multi-purpose venue, Madinat Arena.

The Resort also provides extensive leisure and health facilities including the region's first Six Senses Spa and Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a traditional retail and dining experience showcasing the best of Arabia. 

About Jumeirah Group
Jumeirah properties are regarded as among the most luxurious and innovative in the world and have won numerous international travel and tourism awards. The Dubai based luxury international hospitality group encompasses the world renowned Burj Al Arab, the world's most luxurious hotel, the multi-award winning Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Jumeirah Beach Club Resort and Spa, Madinat Jumeirah and Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa. 

The group's activities are however, not restricted to hotel and resort management. The Jumeirah Group portfolio also includes Wild Wadi, regarded as one of the premier water parks outside of North America and The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, the region's only third level academic institution specializing in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

Jumeirah has also expanded internationally and manages the Jumeirah Carlton Tower and Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel in London's Belgravia.

Building on this success, Jumeirah Group has become a member of Dubai Holding, a collection of leading Dubai based businesses and projects, in a step that aims to initiate a new phase of growth and development for the group.

As of January 15th 2006, Jumeirah has assumed management of the Essex House, one of New York's most prominent hotels.

For further information please contact:
Kylie Speer - Resort Public Relations Manager
Madinat Jumeirah
PO Box 75157
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
Telephone: +971 4 366 8888, Extension 6411
E-mail: kylie.speer@jumeirah.com
Visit us at: www.madinatjumeirah.com

© Press Release 2006