Abraj Al Bait hotel:The Largest Hotel in the World will be among the world's second tallest tower

Zamzam Tower is one of the seven in Al-Bait Towers Complex(Abraj Albait). It stands on the same piece of land on which the historical Ajyad Castle once stood, providing a close view of the Holy Mosque of Mecca. Being here every year during Hajj and Umra, in one of the best locations near the Holy Mosque is every muslims' dream. Zamzam Tower offers the unique opportunity to enjoy an enriched spiritual lifestyle experience of living close to the Holy Mosque in Saudi Arabia.
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The Makkah Clock Tower Royal Hotel

An under-construction super-luxurious hotel in Mecca has raised fears that the hajj which is meant to involve hardship, struggle and sacrifice will be cheapened and instead become the preserve of the super-rich.

The pilgrimage to Mecca traditionally see Muslims traveling to the holy site, forgoing worldly possessions, thoughts and activities in order to focus on their faith. However the Makkah Clock Tower Royal Hotel, part of the seven tower Abraj Al-Bait Complex, will give those who can afford it creature comforts whilst they perform the fifth pillar of Islam.

Boasting the world's largest clock (4.7 times larger than Big Ben) on each side, the 1,591 ft tall hotel will be among the world's second tallest tower. Estimated to cost USD$3 billion, the hotel will feature 24-hour butler service, segregated gyms, beauty parlours, grooming salons, a spa and a chocolate room where chefs will prepare bespoke pralines and truffles.

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Atlantis, the Palm Dubai

Atlantis, a $1.5 billion resort development, is located at the centre of the crescent of the Palm Jumeirah. Like its sister property in the Bahamas, Dubai’s Atlantis features two hotel towers linked by an arch. In total, the resort boasts 1,539 rooms and suites.

The resort features 1,373 guestrooms and 166 suites, all with views of the Arabian Gulf or the Palm Jumeirah.

The Suites of the Lost Chambers are worthy of particular note and offer floor to ceiling views into the Ambassador Lagoon.

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Jumbo Hostel –the world’s first hostel housed in a Boeing 747

Cleared for permanent landing, sometime this month, is the Jumbo Hostel –the world’s first hostel housed in a Boeing 747. They couldn’t have picked a better spot to launch this chain since , the Arlanda Airport in Stockholm has 17-18 million travelers passing through the airport every year.

If you rplane is grounded, you have a flight leaving in the early wee hours, or just want a unique night’s sleep, this jumbo jet has been reconstructed and is now a 25-room boutique hotel—with substantial bathroom improvements, and even an elevator. There is a cafe, with a basic menu, or options for heating up your own food

Most of the rooms offer 3 bunk beds or you can spring for the cockpit suite- which includes access to the upper-deck lounge and a great view of all the airport action.

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Hotel Elan - Swimming Pool over the edge

One of the neat new structures in Dallas displaying cutting edge architecture and beauty that incorporates a Dallas swimming pool as a central theme is the new Hotel Elan which is being billed as a 5 star boutique hotel. This building is being transformed from a Bank to one of Dallas’ newest iconic images. It is the first structure in the world to feature a hanging pool - it drapes a full 8 feet over the edge of the building above the street with a glass wall at the far edge so you can see inside the pool. This will definitely be a sight to see!