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Al Raha Beach Hotel, a 5-star beachfront resort set in the landscaped gardens along a stretch of white sandy beach and a panoramic view of the Al Raha Corniche, is delighted to announce its enriching package for the Eid Al Adha celebrations for the entire family to enjoy.

The special package valid from 21^st to 24^th August 2018 promises to offer its guests a heap of exciting and fun-filled activities and lots of family time together. The Eid package starts at AED 525 which includes a stay in one of the deluxe rooms designed to accommodate 2 adults and 2 kids; breakfast at Sevilla restaurant and access to the hotel’s recreational facilities like the Hydro Massage Pool, Private beach, Sauna and Steam rooms.

A refreshing welcome drink will greet you upon arrival to start your journey to all the luxurious amenities that are present to make your stay a truly memorable one. The little guests at the resort can get their face painted or enjoy the games at the supervised kids play area while their mums are getting intricate henna designs or engaged in some spa pampering.

The resort boasts of an eclectic selection of restaurants and bars catering to a wide variety of tastes. Guests can avail discount of 20% on their total dining bill during the stay. To relax and de-stress, guests can book a session at the Body & Soul Spa and choose from a wide range of treatments and therapies within the elegant surroundings. The treatments and therapies can be availed at a 30% discount during the stay.

From LIVE entertainment by the Saxophonist, DJ and Belly Dancer at various F&B outlets at the resort and all the wonderful activities, you are guaranteed to enjoy and make this break a memorable one. For more information, call +971 2 508 0555 or email reservations.alraha@danathotels.com or visit www.alraha.danathotels.com

Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi is shaking up the weekend dining scene with exciting updates to its Friday brunch offering. Taking on a new identity, the newly named Origins Brunch features highlights from the popular Pit Stop Brunch, whilst dialing up the fun factor with the addition of an after-brunch party with complimentary pool access at Longitude.

Origins Brunch offers a vibrant world of live cooking stations and specialist food counters featuring an array of international and regional cuisine from the hotel’s much-acclaimed restaurants. Succulent BBQ grilled lobster, make-your-own poke stations, a tender beef wellington with all the trimmings, and a spread of Arabic and Indian delicacies are amongst the highlights, alongside free-flowing beverages. A decadent dessert room tops off the experience, complete with a show stopping liquid nitrogen bar. Meanwhile, a live DJ provides an upbeat soundtrack set against the breathtaking backdrop of the infamous Yas Marina Circuit.

The festivities continue with a sophisticated after-brunch party at Longitude, Yas Hotel’s impressive rooftop venue. With complimentary pool access, free-flowing beverages and mesmerising views across Yas Marina, it’s the perfect way to kick-start the weekend.

Origins Brunch

Date & Time: Every Friday, 12.30pm to 4.00pm

Price: AED 285 for soft package, AED 395 for house beverage and bubbly, AED 495 for champagne package.

After-brunch pool party (pool access and free flow beverages) AED 195 per person from 4.00pm to 7.00pm.

For bookings: Call +971 2 656 0600; or email  dining@marriott.com.

Website:  yashotelabudhabi.com

The Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson hotels in Abu Dhabi have created an awesome & super affordable summer package that’s perfect for both families and friends who want to experience the iconic, one-of-a-kind and whimsical world of Warner Bros.

This exclusive package includes hotel room & breakfast, tickets to the brand new indoor amusement park for 2 adults and 1 child, and access to Yas Beach. Guests need not to worry about getting their way around, too, as there is a complimentary shuttle to transport them to several points of the island.

Guests who wish to book the Warner Bros. Abu Dhabi hotel package can choose to stay at either the Radisson Blu or Park Inn by Radisson hotel, both of which are conveniently located 5 minutes away from the theme parks and are a minute away from the beach.

The hotel rooms offer unparalleled views of the golfing greens and the Arabian Sea, with other on-site amenities such as the spa, fitness centre, kids’ play area, and award-winning restaurants & bars like Belgian Cafe, Amerigos Mexican Restaurant, and Filini Garden.

Everyone can take advantage of the Warner Bros hotel package until 30th September, 2018 with rates starting from AED 449. For reservation & enquiries, guests can visit www.radissonblu.com/en/hotel-abudhabi or www.parkinn.com/hotel-abudhabi

Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi, part of Millennium Hotels and Resorts, marked its 10th year in the hospitality industry with a continued commitment to providing comfort, service, and efficiency to corporate and leisure travelers looking for convenient and affordable accommodation in the capital.

A VIP dinner celebrating the milestone was held last March 28, honoring loyal clients, guests and hotel associates. It was a night of fanfare highlighted by entertainment, raffle draws offering valuable gifts and the awarding of certificates of appreciation to hotel employees who have been with the hotel since its opening.

Bassam Zakaria, General Manager, said: “We have reached a milestone in the history of Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi and this success came as a result of a decade of hard work from our talented team and the support of our loyal guests. We are definitely excited to see how the next chapter of our story unfolds as we are committed to making every effort to further enhance and elevate our services to the next level while providing only the best.”

Since opening its door in March 2008, Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi by Millennium, the second property of the Millennium & Copthorne brand in the capital and the first KingsGate in the Middle East, has positioned itself as a preferred accommodation of corporate travelers from the UAE and the region.

However, the centrally located property has recently started to reposition itself and is now attracting a share of the leisure market who is visiting Abu Dhabi. “We have started seeing some good new markets related to the international leisure sources that we are developing and it seems very promising. We have different packages that are designed to meet their expectations. The city is booming with new and unique attractions and we want to promote these to our guests so our packages are catered to target the leisure travelers in addition to our corporate clients,” added Zakaria.

In just 10 years, the hotel has earned prestigious accolades, including the Hotel of Choice Award for Business Traveler from Tripadvisor based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from Tripadvisor travelers worldwide. In addition, the hotel received the Highest Employee Retention of the Year 2013 award from the Millennium Hotels & Resorts.

In 2017, Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi by Millennium has achieved the highest employee satisfaction survey at 90%, from 82% in 2016. “It was our team effort, a closer communication between the management and colleagues, having an open-door policy and we have increased our social activities to motivate and encourage the team,” explained Zakaria.

Throughout the years, the hotel management has worked on achieving the highest standard of service by upgrading its security system to guarantee maximum security and safety for both staff and guests. To keep up with the changing industry trends, the hotel has improved its Wi-Fi system to cover the entire hotel facilities allowing guests easy access to an internet connection when staying at the hotel.

The hotel looks forward to a promising 2018 and will strengthen its position within the local and international market by promoting the property vigorously in different trade exhibitions. Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi will be visible at Arabian Travel Market this year and in other leading trade shows such as World Travel Market and ITB Berlin.

Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, hosts the Annual Abu Dhabi Dragon Boat Festival for its 10th year in a row on 27th and 28th October 2017 to celebrate its highly successful decade-long presence in the hotel.

As the host of the Abu Dhabi Dragon Boat Festival since its inception, spectators and guests can enjoy watching the highly anticipated race along its 1km stretch of beach, while also enjoying a range of fun activities and entertainment throughout the day.

As part of the action-filled weekend at the complex, a special Dragon Boat Festival barbecue party will be held at Afyä, the beachside restaurant at the neighbouring Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, for all participants. The barbecue is also available to guests attending the festival for a fee of AED170*.

Ulf Bremer, General Manager at Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, said: “We are proud to be celebrating 10 years of our presence in Abu Dhabi with the 10th edition of this exciting event. With the aim of building team spirit and promoting a healthy lifestyle, we make sure to register our own teams, Shangri-La and Traders Dragons, who train together to  compete at the Dragon Boat Festival.”

Organised in partnership with Siren Events, UAE Dragon Boat and UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation, the Dragon Boat Festival is an annual fixture hosted every October at Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi to embrace its Asian roots while creating unforgettable moments for the residents and the visitors of the Capital.

Ahmed Issa, General Manager at Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, said: “We are honoured to be a part of the longstanding tradition that is the Abu Dhabi Dragon Boat Festival by offering our guests the chance to enjoy the celebrations of the centuries-old Chinese tradition from our private beach followed by a special barbecue dinner at Afyä.”

Team participation includes the supply of a dragon boat and all necessary equipment as well as two 60-minute training sessions with an internationally acclaimed training coach.

Each team can have a maximum of 20 members with prices starting from AED 2,500 per team for registration.

Jason Mackenzie, Dragon Boat Festival Race Director, said: “The main goal behind hosting this exciting event is to generate a positive, educational and entertaining relationship between the Shangri-La family and the community at large by bringing a traditional activity from the East to Abu Dhabi.  After 9 great years as one of the best events on the UAE community calendar, it seems that we hit nail on the head.”

Every year, the Abu Dhabi Dragon Boat Festival held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri sees up to 2,000 participants. More than 20 international teams and 100 local teams have taken part in the race over the years, making it the largest dragon bat event in the region.

For bookings, please call 02 509 8555 or email restaurantreservations.slad@shangri-la.com 

In celebration of its historic 25th anniversary milestone, Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with hotels across the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, has launched a global TV campaign that will be rolled out this month.

Conceptualized by the global advertising network Spirit, the narrative of the TVC captures Rotana’s brand promise of ‘Treasured Time’ while highlighting its brand values represented through ‘The Rotana Life’, with the word ‘LIFE’ serving as an acronym for Long-term, Innovative, Friendly and Ethical.

In honour of Rotana’s home-grown roots, the company commissioned the pre-eminent independent Emirati filmmaker and cinematographer, Ahmed Abdulqader to direct the movie. Ahmed’s high-profile portfolio of clients includes international brands and advertising agencies as well as government and nonprofit organizations locally, regionally and internationally.

“2017 is a special year for Rotana as we complete 25 years of operations and mark a historic milestone in our growth journey. In many ways, the campaign is our way or sharing our happiness and excitement with our guests who are placed at the heart of our story. It is the experiences and moments they have come to enjoy, cherish and associate with the Rotana brand that define our core success. This campaign celebrates this relationship through our brand values and our promise of delivering ‘Treasured Time’ to our guests, each time,” said Amal Harb, Corporate Vice President – Marketing, Rotana Hotel Management.

“Rotana’s TVC is a reflection of the company’s leadership position in the region, which is aptly captured in the narrative through the different scenes shining a light on the experiences that have made Rotana the preferred hospitality partner of guests from around the world. We congratulate Rotana on completing 25 years of operations and feel proud that we could be a part of this phenomenal achievement,” said Hani Haddad, Chairman and CEO, Spirit.

The campaign will be aired on all leading global TV networks including CNN, MTV, TV5, France 24, Sky News Arabia and all MBC channels just to name few.

To watch the full TV Commercial, please visit: https://youtu.be/98saavcO7iE