Palm Jumeirah is Dubai at its showiest. Shaped like a date palm, this stunning human-made island stretches into the Persian Gulf from Dubai, unfurling top-notch hotels, villas, beaches, malls, and entertainment along its spine, fronds, and outer crescent. Luxury-lovers and fun-seekers head for its showpiece attractions, from the Atlantis, The Palm hotel and Aquaventure World to the Palm Tower’s observation deck. And that’s not to mention its glamorous beach clubs, spas, and dining spots.