Jingle Bell Rock with Fairmont the Palm!

Christmas comes but once a year, so join Fairmont The Palm for some holiday Cheer!

This year, our infamous Santa Claus (Big Bad Bob!) is coming back to town, our annual community tree lighting event is back better than ever, we have a host of new and quirky festive weekly events, plus all of our usual favourites and festive traditions to make this a truly jolly holiday season.

Here are some festive dates for your diary and what gifts the resort has in store across its restaurants, bars, Willow Stream Spa and Fairmont Falcon Kids Club..

FESTIVE COMMUNITY EVENTS AT FAIRMONT THE PALM

• 5 -25 December

BIG BAD BOB…OUR SANTA IS BACK!

Remember our global hunt for the very best Santa Clause last year? Well the competition winner, aka ‘Big Bad Bob’ (Rossi from Virgin Radios dad) did such an amazing job that we are bringing him back for a better than ever 2018 festive season! Failed to see him last year? Here’s a video of what he got up to over the 12 days of Christmas in 2017!

This year, we will be bringing a touch of rock to your jingle bell as our infamous Santa Claus is bringing along his guitar to play a host of festive classics to all! Santa, aka Big Bad Bob, will be popping up across the resort throughout the month, reading to kids, playing sing along songs and festive rock classics on his guitar, and getting up to festive mischief at his dedicated grotto in the lobby. For dates and details of appearances, please visit or call our reception team 24/7 or www.palmdining.com.

• 5 December

Annual Event: The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Fairmont The Palm

That’s right! Fairmont The Palms annual community Christmas Tree lighting ceremony will be back on Wednesday 5 December, 2018.  Didn’t check it out last year? View the video HERE so you can get a taste of what a treat you will be in for!

Attracting 1000+ guests each year, the event is an institution on its own, showcasing a fabulous Christmas tree light switch on in its lavish hotel lobby. This year, the event will be hosted by radio personality Big Rossi, where you can also expect live carol singing from one of the best school choirs there is in town, complimentary festive treats and soft beverages, ginger bread making for kids – or adults can choose to indulge in mulled wine, hot chocolate or eggnog at Mashrabiya lounge! Santa and his musical grotto will also be there, for family festive photos with the big man himself.  Event runs between 5.00pm and 7.00pm, with the light switch on at 6pm sharp, get there early to secure the best spot!  

• 12 December

The Cheesiest Xmas Party at Blowfish!

Everything we hate, but secretly love about Christmas! Expect cheesy Christmas jumpers, tacky Christmas decorations and festive sing along songs for a fun filled evening at Blowfish! The resorts al fresco beach side spot and known for its nostalgic menu (such as loaded cheesy fries, ice-cream soda floats, pun-loving named ice-cream sundaes), will be turning the festivities up a notch this Christmas. Delve into ‘create your own’ festive ice-cream sundae station, festive menu of themed cocktails – and fill your boots with its classic signature burgers or fries. Santa will be making an appearance, and prizes will be given to the best dressed (or cheesiest) guests! 7:30pm – 10.30pm, on Wednesday 12 December, get there early to secure your spot!

• 20 December

A ‘Bad Moms’ Christmas Ladies Night at Ba Restaurant and Lounge

Forget the Christmas chores, preparations and planning…. Whip on some heels, let your hair down and have a true bad-mom Christmas party at Ba! With only days to go until the big day, have some fun and celebrate with your ‘jingle ladies’.. its time to get on the naughty list whilst you still can! On this night, ladies can enjoy Ba’s signature ladies night offer of unlimited drinks for AED 99, but with a festive theme throughout! Expect a quirky Christmas drinks menu and a visit from Santa! 6.00pm – 9:00pm, Thursday 20^th December.

CHRISTMAS F&B OFFERINGS AT FAIRMONT THE PALM

• 23 November – 6 January

Turkey Takeaway

Wanting to celebrate Christmas at home? Let the professional culinary team prepare a traditional hassle-free festive Turkey (or Angus beef and honey roast ham) to enjoy with family and loved ones. Available from just AED 475, all that’s required is a 72-hour booking order and the perfect festive menu will be available for pick-up at ‘Delicacy’ Cafe, ideally located in Fairmont The Palm’s Lobby. Due to popular demand, pre ordering with advance bookings are recommended and the takeaways are available to pick up between 11:00am and 9:00pm. Expect all the trimmings too, like roasted veg, buttered sprouts, cranberry sauce and roast potatoes. 

• 1 December – 8 January

Festive Afternoon Tea and Hot Chocolate Bar at Mashrabiya Lounge

Mashrabiya Lounge, invites guests to indulge into a festive inspired Afternoon Tea over flowing with a range of deliciously baked log cakes, stolen, sparkling sweet treats and not to mention, a delicious menu of hotel chocolate drinks! The Festive Afternoon Tea is available daily from 12:00pm to 6:00pm and is priced at AED 155 per person. Hot Chocolate from the hot chocolate bar can be purchased for an additional price of AED 45 per person, 24 hours a day, complete with ‘pick n mix’ style sweet toppings to choose from.

• 24 December

Christmas Eve Brazilian Dinner at Frevo

Add a touch of Brazilian Flavour to your festivities at Frevo, the Brazilian Churrascaria this Christmas Eve. Favourite festive specials like turkey, shrimps and scallops will complement the existing meat cuts served tableside. The Churrasco experience will also include a variety of seasonal salads and a selection of Brazilian holiday desserts with a resident duo band providing live entertainment until midnight. Available from 7:00pm - 12:00am, the Churrasco experience is priced at AED 295 food only and AED 445 including soft and house beverages per person. Children up to 5 years dine for free.

• 25 December

Christmas Day Family Brunch at Flow Kitchen

Families are invited to celebrate Christmas Day at Flow Kitchen with a lavish festive themed brunch featuring authentic specialties including a selection of roasts, whole smoked salmon and Christmas turkey with all the trimmings. Little guests will be spoilt for choice with a delicious selection of desserts, including mincemeat tarts, pannetone bread pudding, festive gingerbread cookies and eggnog crème brulée as well as a surprise visit from Santa with kid’s activities. Christmas Day Brunch at Flow Kitchen is available from 12:30pm - 3:30pm. Prices start from AED 395 per person.  Children up to 5 years dine for free; children between 6 to 12 years dine at AED 198 per child. Complimentary access to Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club will be offered for children during brunch hours too (for ages 3-12 years). Limited spaces available on first come first serve basis.

For reservations or more information on Christmas and Festive offerings, please contact Palm Dining on +971 4 457 3457, or email palm.dining@fairmont.com or visit www.palmdining.com.

NEW YEARS F&B OFFERINGS AT FAIRMONT THE PALM

• 31 December

Welcome 2019 with Flow Kitchen’s Gala Dinner

Enjoy a spectacular end of year celebration with a staggering buffet dinner and live station selection at Flow Kitchen. The New Year celebration at Flow Kitchen is something for the whole family to enjoy, with live entertainment. The New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Flow Kitchen is available from 7:00pm – 1:00am. Prices start from AED 895 per person for indoor seating with house beverages and AED 1,195 per person for outdoor seating and house beverages.  Children up to 5 years dine for free; children between 6 to 12 years dine for AED 395 per child. Complimentary access to the Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club for children aged 3-12 years. Limited spaces available on first come first serve basis.

• 31 December

New Year’s Eve at Frevo

Step into the world of Brazilian flavours as you celebrate New Year’s Eve with Frevo. Dance in the New Year with Samba at Frevo and feast on the Churrasco experience offering succulent meat cut selections carved tableside, as well as a variety of Brazilian salads and a dedicated dessert station. The resident Brazilian duo band and Brazilian carnival dancers will provide live entertainment to usher in the New Year with a bang. New Year’s Eve Celebration at Frevo is available from 7:00pm –1:00am and is priced at AED 749 per person for indoor seating and AED 899 for outdoor including house beverages. Children up to 5 years dine for free; children between 6 to 12 years dine at AED 375 per child for indoor seating and AED 449 for outdoor seating per child.

• 31 December

New Year’s Eve at Seagrill Bistro

Celebrate New Year’s with Seagrill Bistro as they treat you to a four course European and Mediterranean inspired sharing set menu whilst you take in the mesmerizing views of Dubai Marina skyline. New Year’s Eve at Seagrill Bistro is available 7:00pm until 1:00am. Prices start from AED 799 per person for indoor seating and AED 1099 per person for outdoor seating with unlimited soft and house beverages and sparkling wine welcome drink. Children up to 5 years dine for free; children between 6 to 12 years dine at AED 399 per child for indoor seating and AED 549 per child for outdoor seating.

• 31 December

New Year’s Eve Delights at Little Miss India

This New Year’s, enter the world of Little Miss India. Voted number one Indian on TripAdvisor, Little Miss India’s parties are not to be missed! From fragrant food to vibrant music, this

is one story that you will want to be a part of. Explore the richness of Indian cuisine savoring

delicious tandoors, kebabs blended with spices, tasty butter chicken or Little Miss India’s

famous Biryani. Available December 31, 7:00pm to 1:00am, enjoy  a sharing set menu for AED 1199 per person for outdoor seating, AED 699 for indoor seating and AED 599 for bar and cocktail seating - inclusive of soft and house beverages.

• 31 December

Leave 2018 with a bang at Ba Restaurant and Lounge
Spend your last night of 2018 tasting an array of Asian dishes with breathtaking views of Dubai Marina skyline. Indulge in a selection Ba signature favorite dishes, from sushi to bao buns, woks and Asian main courses and squeeze in a few of their signature cocktails too to toast in the New Year too. The set menu is AED 699 per person for restaurant seating, AED 1,099 per person for terrace seating, price inclusive of soft and house beverages. 7:00pm to 1:00am.  Children up to 5 years dine for free; children between 6 to 12 years dine at AED 349 per child for indoor seating and AED 549 per child for terrace seating. Whats more, Ba Restaurant and Lounge will be the location for the resorts official after party, with flowing beverages and music running between 1:00am - 3:00am.

For reservations or more information on New Year’s offerings, please contact Palm Dining on +971 4 457 3457, or email palm.dining@fairmont.com  or visit www.palmdining.com.

FESTIVE PAMPERING AND SPECIAL OFFERS AT WILLOW STREAM SPA

• 1-31 December

Naughty & Nice: Festive Hot Chocolate and Spa Package

A festive treat for your body and soul, enjoy a 30 minute spa treatment of your choice, before delving into a festive hot chocolate (complete with mixed topping tray) at the resorts cozy Mashrabiya lounge. 259 AEDper person.

• 1-31 December

Dr. Levy Uplift Stem Cell Facial (60 minutes)

The perfect pre-party facial will set you up for the festive season and beyond. Enjoy a 30 minute express facial using the award winning Dr Levy product range, combined with a 30 minute BTL Exilis lifting treatment to work on the neck, cheeks or around the eye. Instant results! 465 AED per person

• 1-31 December

Citrus Reviving Body Wrap (90 minutes)

Relax in a soothing cocoon body wrap using revive body gel with pink grapefruit which detoxifies and rosemary to reduce fluid retention. Enjoy a full body massage using the uplifting revive evening body oil and finish with an Ayurvedic head massage to soothe tension and relax the mind. 639 AED per person.

• 1-31 December

Willow Stream Palm Signature Massage (90 minutes)

Inspired by ancient healing therapies from Asia and designed by the team at Fairmont The Palm, this treatment begins with dry massage techniques to warm up the body. Heated herbal compresses, holding precious Thai herbs such as Prai, Aloe Vera and Tamarind are then compressed on the body to relieve stress, boost energy and improve blood circulation. An ancient escape into Asia right in the heart of Dubai, priced at 665 AED per person.

• 1-31 December

Jasmine romance (90 minutes)

Begin with an energizing body brushing, followed by a nourishing and detoxifying rhassoul body mask. Complete your experience with a relaxing massage using luxurious jasmine oil.1385 AED per person.

For more information and reservations, please contact Willow Stream Spa on +971 4 457 3545 or e-mail palm.willowstream@fairmont.com

FAIRMONT FALCON KIDS CLUB FESTIVE KIDS EVENTS

• 22 December

Family Christmas Fair

The Christmas fair is a chance to indulge in the spirit of the festive season where families can uncover unique and stylish gifts and help create magical moments with activities such as gingerbread decorating, festive games, and festive themed arts and crafts. The Christmas Fair is available at Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club on Saturday 22 December 2018 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and is priced at AED 120 per child for children 3 aged 3 – 15 years. AED 160 extra for Gingerbread Houses.

• 23 & 24 December

Santa’s Workshops

Santa’s workshop promises to be rife with excitement and fun for children, brimming with all the seasonal spirit and joy of Christmas. Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club will be transformed into a workshop comprising of handcraft sessions, magical entertainment, Christmas tree and ornament decorations and many more festive inspired games. Santa’s Workshop is available at Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club on Sunday 23 December and Monday 24 December 2018 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and are priced at AED 140 per child per day for children aged 3 – 15 years.

• 25 December

Christmas Day

Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club will be welcoming little guests on Christmas Day with festive arts and crafts, cookie decoration and face painting complemented with a surprise visit from Santa. Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club will be open on Christmas Day; Thursday 25 December from 10:30am – 7:30pm for children aged 3 – 15 years and is priced at AED 65 per hour per child. Cookie decorating is between 2:00pm – 3:00pm.

• 31 December

New Year’s Eve Circus Carnival

Don’t bother about finding a babysitter this year as Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club will be hosting its own New Year’s Eve Circus Carnival with a Kids Special buffet dinner, kids disco, cupcake and cookie decorating, themed arts and crafts, games and movies to keep little guests busy. News Year’s Eve Circus Carnival at Fairmont Falcon Kids’ Club is available on Sunday 31 December from 6:30pm – 12:30am for children aged 3 – 15 years and is priced at AED 420 per child with flexible entry and exit times and multiple entries with parents/guardians only. Parents/Guardians must be dining at Fairmont The Palm on New Year’s Eve to avail this offer. Advance bookings required directly through Fairmont Falcon Juniors’ Club.

Advance bookings required for all the above activities directly through Fairmont Falcon Kids’ Club. For more information, please contact the Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club on 04 457 3331 or e-mail palm.childrensactivities@fairmont.com