The Palm Islands – Palm Jumeirah, Palm Deira and Palm Jebel Ali – are an ambitious creation of man-made islands in the desert emirate of Dubai. They derive their name from the shape of the islands which take the form of a date palm tree. The Palm Islands feature water homes, residential villas, marinas, restaurants, water theme parks, sports facilities, shopping malls, cinemas, health spas and diving sites. Selective travellers who desire a Dubai hotel will find an ideal rest in the Copthorne Hotel Dubai. This outstanding Dubai city centre hotel provides excellent accommodations in a very accessible location.