Atlantis, The Palm to celebrate World Ocean Day on 9 June with a ‘Family Fun Day’ event

To commemorate World Oceans Day, Atlantis, The Palm has announced a‘Family Fun Day’ on 9^th June from 10:00 am to 08:00 pm, where ocean lovers of all ages can play, create and engage in fun activities as they learn about the marine world. In celebration, The LostChambers will also extend an offer of a free child with every paying adult.

Visitors to The Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis, The Palm will have an opportunity to join educational talks about marine animals, coral preservation, as well as moray eel, shark and hamour conservation. In addition, they will have a chance to meet and take selfies with the Atlantis resident sea lions, create artwork – including jellyfish “trashformation” and fish cut out crafts amongst much more. Visitors will also have a chance to view an ocean-themed photography exhibition as well as be inspired by recycled material sculpture displays, created by schools across Dubai.

Providing entertainment throughout the day, mascots, Finn the Dolphin and Oceana will do the rounds, helping little guests learn about preserving our natural resources and looking after our oceans.Visitors will also get the chance to learn more about The Lost Chambers myth in the Atlantis“Aquatheatre”.

“The Gulf Coast and the world’s oceans are unique, striking and enchanting. We are pleased thaton the occasion of World Oceans Day, we can inspire visitors to appreciate, celebrate and protect our precious oceans,” said Natasha Christie, Director of the Lost Chambers Aquarium.

The Family Fun Day event is just one of many events held by Atlantis, The Palm as a part of its support to the marine world. World Oceans Day is held globally on June 8 to celebrate the ocean, its importance and its protection. The United Nations passed a resolution in 2008 to recognise the annual observation.

For more information on the ‘Family Fun Day’ at Atlantis, The Palm, contact 04 426 1040.

About Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

Atlantis, The Palm is the first entertainment resort destination in the region and located at the centre of the crescent of The Palm in Dubai. Opened in September 2008, the unique ocean-themed resort features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions, as well as 17 hectares of waterscape amusement at Aquaventure Waterpark, all within a 46 hectare site. It is home to one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world, with over 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 features 18 million litres of fresh water used to power thrilling waterslides, a 2.3 kilometre river ride with 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 a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn more about one of nature’s most friendly mammals.  Atlantis, The Palm is also known as the culinary destination in the region with a collection of world-renowned restaurants including Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, Nobu and Ronda Locatelli. The resort boasts an impressive collection of luxury boutiques and shops as well as extensive meeting and convention facilities.