Beneath the ocean's surface lies a world that, for the most part, remains hidden from the human eye. Aside from the occasional exploratory submarine voyages on The Discovery Channel, most people have not been exposed to the wonders of the sea. Too few have seen the sun rise and set from beneath the water's surface, watched a manatee give birth to a pup, or witnessed a school of fish fleeing from an aquatic predator. Such an unfortunate void in one's life should have a remedy. And that remedy is Hydropolis, the world's first underwater luxury hotel, located in Dubai. This one-of-a-kind structure will finally allow curious minds to venture into the shallow depths of the sea and live amongst aquatic creatures in their natural habitat. Slated to open December, 2006, the Hydropolis Resort will set a new standard in innovative hotel design. Shaped like a jellyfish, the Hydropolis will be made up of three different areas; one on land, the submerged main structure and a connecting tunnel. At the welcome center on land will be the resort's private cinema, a marine biology research center, and for all those guests who wish to look as beautiful as the resort, a cosmetic surgery clinic. After a quick flick, a rhinoplasty and a detailed history of the migration of South Atlantic Tuna, guests can make their way through the noiseless transport tunnel to the submarine complex. Once inside, all the amenities of a five star resort are at their disposal. The Roman-style spa, with wellness facilities and techniques unique to the Hydropolis, will certainly help relieve any tension built up over the long international flight. In addition to the world class spa, the Hydropolis will boast an excellent collection of restaurants and shops - a great place to enjoy a five-course Lebanese meal and find a high quality designer man-purse. A large concert ballroom, a museum, a library and a prayer room are additional amenities sure to keep you occupied when you aren't too busy dining or admiring the fishes. The most amazing architectural delights of the hotel, however, are the guest suites. The ''ocean villas'' will be constructed in the shape of transparent bubbles, completely submerged beneath the surface, allowing for fantastic underwater views. For those guests who may feel uncomfortable sleeping under the water, some suites come with windows that open to fake streets, creating the feel of being above ground. Each suite is decorated with light and transparent fabrics, fine leathers and wood, creating a oneness with the sea. Biodynamic lighting will also be used, which adjusts itself to the moods and the time of day. The atmosphere in these suites creates the ultimate escape from the everyday world, and will leave you relaxed and refreshed for when you eventually make that unfortunate trip back to reality. Outside the friendly confines of this underwater habitat, guests can enjoy beaches that wrap around the outer ring of the complex. These beaches will allow guests to bask in the sun and literally snorkel above their own rooms! In order to protect guests from the intense heat during the daytime, head designer Joachim Hauser and his team came up with the idea to cover part of the beach with a large glass dome and fill it with artificial clouds generated by fog machines. This will provide the necessary protection from the sun, while maintaining the natural ambience. The projected cost for the construction of Hydropolis is $500 million. No price has been established for a stay at the Hydropolis. However, one can imagine that the Hydropolis, designed with the intention of being the ultimate source of mental, physical and spiritual relaxation, will rank as one of the most expensive hotel destinations in the world. And that, my friends, is what LawCrossing Weekend is all about.

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