The Palm is a hub for activities so it is the perfect place for families! Most apartments on The Palm have access to communal pools and gyms, perfect for catching some rays and meeting up with friends. If you are looking for a bit more privacy and lux, then the villas on the fronds have their own private pool and beach. Can you imagine anything more amazing than waking up each day to your own piece of paradise and have a dip in your own private beach!

Get to know your new neighbours by joining in on some of the many events that take place on the island. This might include anything from taking aqua spin and yoga classes, to watching a game of footie, to taking cooking classes!

A monorail that goes through the middle of the palm connects the island to The Palm Jumeirah, which is a tram stop on mainland Dubai. From here, residents can access the Dubai tram via a walkway which connects Dubai Marina and the beaches at Jumeirah Beach Residences. A full journey for the monorail is 25 AED per adult.

There is a range of different schools near to The Palm Jumeirah, offering a variety of curriculums. The easy access to different schools makes The Palm a great place for families. Schools nearby include:

• Dubai College
• American School of Dubai
• Dubai American Academy
• GEMS Wellington International School

Emirates Medical Clinic, which offers a range of medical services, is conveniently located on the trunk of The Palm, ensuring residents can quickly and easily access it if need be.

There are several supermarkets within the Palm Jumeirah including a Spinneys and Organic Foods & Cafe. There are also plenty of smaller minimarts that can be found among the apartment buildings.

The Palm has two main shopping malls, The Pointe and Nakheel Mall, both of which offer a range of shops for residents to enjoy. Residents who are looking for a more upscale shopping experience can visit the Atlantis Hotel, which has several designer shops.

Close to Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence, the Palm is just a short drive away from major shopping malls and lux retail experiences.

Residents of The Palm are spoiled for choice when it comes to eating out. 18 different hotels and each with several different dining establishments, you won't go hungry. Some of Dubai's finest restaurants are located on the Palm, including Nobu, Seafire and Cinque. Guests can also find a range of restaurants and fast-food places at The Pointe, a mall located at the tip of the trunk. Here, guests can eat at one of the many restaurants on the waterfront, overlooking the iconic Atlantis hotel. The Golden Mile galleria is also host to numerous restaurants and cafes.

The Palm is filled with fun activities that the whole family can enjoy. On the island is the world- renowned Aquaventure waterpark, located in the Atlantis Hotel, has a load of rides the whole family can enjoy.

If you and your family are looking for a bit of thrill-seeking, why not try out some of the water sports at one of the many hotels. You can get pulled behind a speedboat in a doughnut or banana. Try some tricks on a wakeboard or surfboard. If you're looking for something a bit more tranquil, you can explore the fronds on a kayak or paddleboard.

Now if you want beyond thrilling and excitement, then why not go skydiving and check out your new home from an angle you thought you could only see from a plane. How many people can say they've skydived over their home? You can also have a tour around your new community racing through the waves by boat.

There is so much to do around The Palm; you will have to live here in order to be able to try everything out!