#4 - Burj Al Arab

The Burj Al Arab, often known as ‘the world's only seven-star hotel’, is a symbol of Dubai's luxury and extravagance. This hotel cost $1 billion to build and was the tallest hotel in the world! It has played a significant part in Dubai's progression from a coastal town to one of the most influential global cities, now with a population in the millions. Marhaba and welcome to this episode of the Hotel Leaders podcast.
I'm your host, Peter DeMoor. I have a fascination for the hotel industry and over the last quarter-of-a-century I have studied it, been a hotel manager and passed the torch to next generation. Now, as part of an emerging hotel industry tech-startup, I am independent from any specific hotel or chain, and able to talk about the industry with a balanced perspective and with a certain level of expertise. It’s time to check-in!
01:56 - THE FOUNDERS (Sheikh Mohammed - ⁠Curly Tales⁠, Richard Hammond - ⁠Benijay Science⁠, ⁠Anthony Allen⁠).
13:52 - THE FACILITIES (⁠Khalid Al Ameri⁠).
16:24 - HOTEL AWARDS.
17:41 - CELEBRITY GUESTS (David Guetta - ⁠Visit Dubai⁠).
19:23 - DUBAI’s TOURISM (Martin Lawrence - ⁠Visit Dubai⁠).
The Burj Al Arab has become a cultural icon in Dubai, representing the city's rapid development and ambition. The hotel continues to evolve, adding new amenities and services to maintain its status as a top luxury destination. In recent years, there has been a focus on sustainability and reducing the environmental impact, a significant challenge for such a luxurious property. The hotel stands as a testament to human ingenuity and the ambition of Dubai. It has played a critical role in shaping the city's identity and contributes significantly to its economy. Its history is a narrative of vision, engineering marvel, and a continuous journey towards redefining luxury in the hotel industry.
Thank you for joining today’s episode. Whether you're an industry insider, a student of hotel management, or simply curious about the world of hotels, I hope you were inspired, amazed, and enlightened as we unlocked the secrets of the hotel industry's most iconic leaders and iconic hotels. If you had a wonderful time, the best way to say thank you is to subscribe, so that you never miss our monthly episodes. If you love showers in luxury hotels, please check-out our tech start-up, at ⁠⁠showeraway.com⁠⁠, where we hope one day to provide people on daytrips access to the very best hotel showers in the world. Farewell, until the next time you check-in to the Hotel Leaders Podcast!
Visit the Burj Al Arab Hotel website here: ⁠www.jumeirah.com/en/stay/dubai/burj-al-arab-jumeirah⁠.
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