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Old 16 December 2008, 02:26 AM   #1
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opening of Dubai Atlantis Hotel...FIREWORKS

It was said to be the most expensive launch party ever...Over 1,000,000 fireworks were used...10 times what was used for the 2008 Olympics...

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/news...arty-ever.html
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Old 16 December 2008, 02:42 AM   #2
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It was said to be the most expensive launch party ever...Over 1,000,000 fireworks were used...10 times what was used for the 2008 Olympics...

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/news...arty-ever.html
Very impressive indeed.....but come on.....15 million quid literally burnt away on fireworks when most of the world is starving?
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Old 16 December 2008, 03:09 AM   #3
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How many ROLLIES we can buy for this money ??
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Very impressive indeed.....but come on.....15 million quid literally burnt away on fireworks when most of the world is starving?
That was back when oil was USD150.00 per barrel.
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Old 16 December 2008, 03:47 AM   #5
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The hotel opening was really impressive, but the prices if you want to stay there are really excessive. But The Lost Chambers Suites, with underwater views, must be a breathtaking experience!
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Old 16 December 2008, 07:06 AM   #6
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The one in Bahamas is very nice. It looks like they even outdid that one!
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Old 16 December 2008, 07:43 AM   #7
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That was back when oil was USD150.00 per barrel.
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Old 16 December 2008, 07:48 AM   #8
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How many ROLLIES we can buy for this money ??
did you know a sheik bought a license plate that says #1 for $4MM. for a license plate. can't imagine what they use a Rolex for.
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Well, he can buy a diamond watch with a ROLEX diamond mechanism and diamond hands showing diamond seconds and hours....
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Old 17 December 2008, 02:19 AM   #10
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Looks like a fun time!
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