Located near Nassau in the Bahamas, the $850 million Atlantis resort on Paradise Island was opened by Sun International in 1998. The 370ha (826 acre) resort, surrounded by white beaches and crystal-clear water, is the perfect place to recreate the myth of Atlantis, the beautiful island that was overwhelmed by the sea.
The ruins of Atlantis are depicted in The Dig, an underwater labyrinth of walk-through tunnels which wind through 11 lagoons filled with over 200 species of marine life. Giant rays, barracuda and sharks | swim among fanciful relics of the ancient culture, including submarines and flying machines.
A life-size replica of a Mayan temple features water slides, such as the Serpent which spins its riders into darkness to emerge in a tunnel that passes through the Predator lagoon. The Jungle Slide meanders through exotic jungles, temples and caves.
The resort's 2300 rooms are housed in four hotels. Included in the 176 suits is the 465m2 (5'000 sq ft) Bridge Suite that spans the twin Royal Towers. The resort | has 38 restaurants and bars offering a choice of Pacific Rim, American and Italian cuisine.
The Entertainment Centre, which houses the Caribbean's largest casino, has the unusual feature of opening onto outdoor terraces and restaurants, bringing the tropical environment of the Bahamas into the gaming area. The 78 gaming tables include roulette, blackjack, craps, baccarat and Caribbean stud poker, as well as a high limit table area, the Baccarat Lounge. Stakes on the 980 slot machines range from 25c to $100. Free gaming lessons are offered daily. |
