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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – One of the world’s most iconic artists Sting, whose illustrious career has spanned decades, took to the stage at Atlantis, The Palm’s world-famous New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner, entertaining guests with his greatest hits and fan favourites on the biggest night of the year.
He delivered an electrifying set, delighting fans with his most beloved songs including "Every Breath You Take”, "Englishman in New York," "Desert Rose," and many more. Sting’s rollicking 60-minute set brought the house down in the run up to the 2024 countdown, as guests from all corners of the globe were entertained by the 17-time Grammy award winner.
Adding to the night’s exciting atmosphere, Atlantis, The Palm lit up the skies in a myriad of colours during one of Dubai’s largest and most stunning firework, drone, and pyrotechnic displays by Artist Motion as guests watched in wonder from The Palm Beach.
More than 4,000 esteemed guests, including Dubai residents and revellers from around the world, rang in the new year in dazzling style. Accommodated on a custom-built deck overlooking The Palm Island and twinkling skyline, the legendary event featured a fantastic 30-piece band from France, free-flowing Champagne, and a lavish buffet serving a myriad of dishes, including 50kg of caviar, two tonnes of lobster, 300kg of Alaskan king crab and 6,000 oysters.
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About Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
Located at the centre of the crescent of The Palm in Dubai, Atlantis, The Palm is the first entertainment resort destination in the region. Opened in September 2008, the unique ocean-themed resort features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions, as well as 22 hectares of waterpark amusement at Atlantis Aquaventure, all within a 46-hectare site. It is home to one of the biggest waterparks in the world and one of the largest open-air marine habitats, with more than 65,000 marine animals in lagoons and displays including The Lost Chambers Aquarium, a maze of underwater corridors and passageways providing a journey through ancient Atlantis. Aquaventure Waterpark features 23.5 million litres of fresh water used to power 105 thrilling waterslides and attractions, including several world record-breaking slides, and two river rides featuring tidal waves and pools, water rapids and white-water chargers. Dolphin Bay, the unparalleled dolphin conservation and education habitat, and Sea Lion Point were created to provide guests with a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn more about some of nature’s most friendly mammals. The resort boasts an impressive collection of luxury boutiques and shops as well as extensive meeting and convention facilities. Atlantis, The Palm is also known as the culinary destination in the region where guests can take their pick from a collection of 35 world-renowned restaurants including the one Michelin star rated Hakkasan and Ossiano, as well as celebrity chef outposts Bread Street Kitchen & Bar by Gordon Ramsay and Nobu. Atlantis is also home to a buzzing nightlife scene with entertainment destination Wavehouse offering something for everyone, while WHITE Beach is the perfect place to unwind with a drink as the sun slips into the Arabian Sea.