Another worlds first. As the middle east economy braces itself to face the world once it runs out of oil or humanity finds an alternate source; they are going all out in investing money into the necessary infrastructure which can convert this desert into an oasis of wealth. The $500-million Hydropolis Undersea Resort as it shall be called shall boast of lavish suites, a ballroom, a shopping mall and a missile-defense system to ward off terrorists - no we surely aint kidding!

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While the completion date of 2008 seems to be too boastful, the hotel which shall be 60 feet underwater is already in the pre-construction phase. There are talks also of competing firms trying the same concept in Fiji islands. We have an excellent must watch video of what you could expect from the window of your suite if you are lucky enough to be able to afford it at some time. Dubai will soon also play host to the world's tallest building.

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