LAVISH FESTIVE AND NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS AT ‎ EMIRATES PALACE, ABU DHABI‎

Abu Dhabi, 12 December 2021 An extraordinary host of Christmas and New Years Eve celebrations await at Emirates Palace this holiday season as the UAE Capitals most famed landmark creates the ideal festive atmosphere to celebrate with loved ones.

Diners are invited to embark on a culinary journey with the resorts various dining options including BBQ Al Qasr, Vendome, Le Caf, Sayad, Martabaan and Cascades. Alternatively, families and friends alike are welcome to celebrate at the Winter Village at the Palace for an array of fun-filled experiences.

Christmas

One of the citys most loved destination for afternoon tea, Le Caf, will be welcoming the season with a Festive Afternoon Tea priced at AED 485 for 2 persons from 5 December to 7 January. A range of festive pastry options will also be available to purchase, including a festive hamper and Turkey offerings. Le Caf will be the perfect spot to watch the annual Christmas Tree lighting under the dazzling Grand Dome on 11 December, where guests will be welcomed with a hot chocolate station and mulled grape, as well as Christmas cookies and snacks for the whole family to enjoy.

For a magical festive celebration, the Winter Village at the Palace is a newly added destination as the resorts Oriental Gazebo is transformed into a yule-spirited Winter Village. Put on your ice skates for a thrilling family-fun activity on an open-air Glice skating rink (from 13 December 2021 onwards), or stroll through the alpine-inspired chalets while savouring a delectable array of traditional festive treats for the ultimate Christmas experience. The Winter Village is welcoming guests from 11 December 2021 to 7 January 2022 and is open from 2 10pm daily.

An extravagant BBQ Christmas menu awaits at BBQ Al Qasr where guests can indulge in the restaurants signature favourites for a Christmas Eve dinner priced at AED 750 per person. Enjoy the UAEs breezy weather at the restaurants beachside gazebos while the flames of the fire pits light up the night for a spectacular evening of celebration.

To continue the celebration, Cascades is hosting a Christmas Eve movie night for kids while Las Brisas is presenting a festive brunch on Christmas day that includes live entertainment and activities for children and adults alike. The brunch package is priced from AED 495 per person including soft beverages.

New Years Eve

Ring in the New Year with a truly spectacular celebration with an array of activities, live entertainment, and exceptional gastronomic experiences across the Palaces signature dining destinations.

The much-anticipated New Years Eve Gala Dinner returns to Emirates Palace. With a theme of a luxurious resort holiday, the gala dinner will be taking place at the Palace Terraces, offering the best viewpoints for the New Years Eve fireworks display, complemented by a full programme of live entertainments as well as a dedicated kids area to keep the little ones entertained for the evening. The extravaganza is priced from AED 1,500 per person including soft beverages to AED 2,100 per person including house beverages and bubbly.

For those who wish to have front-row seats to the fireworks display, BBQ Al Qasrs beachfront location makes for the perfect location to watch the spectacular fireworks show. The restaurant is offering a Signature New Years Eve menu of delectable BBQ favourites made with the freshest ingredients from land and sea. The BBQ New Years Eve menu is priced at AED 1200 per person including soft beverages and 1 glass of alcoholic or non-alcoholic bubbly, or AED 1400 per person inclusive a selection of house beverages and bubbly.

Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi is serving an impeccable selection of Indian dishes with a New Years Eve tasting menu highlighting traditional favourites. The restaurants opulent ambience and splendid views of the Arabian Gulf make for the perfect setting to welcome the New Year with friends and family. The menu is priced at AED 650 including non-alcoholic beverages and AED 750 including alcoholic beverages.

On New Years Day, Cascades and Las Brisas are hosting a New Year-Themed Brunch from 12pm to 3pm where a menu of flavoursome Mediterranean dishes can be enjoyed while basking in the sun. A kids entertainment area and live band will also be present making for a lively atmosphere to spend the first day of the new year. The brunch package is priced starting at AED 595 per person inclusive of soft beverages.

For more information and reservations, please call +971 2 690 7999 or email epauh-restaurant@mohg.com.

Festive Spa Break

Couples who are looking for a pampered reset during the holiday season can head to the Emirates Palace Spa to experience the two-hour Festive Spa Break where they will be treated to a luxurious body treatment in the privacy of their own hammam. The package is specially designed for couples and incorporates private access to the ice cave and jacuzzi for additional bliss, and is completed with a complimentary Christmas Gift to take home for the perfect quality-time activity over the festive period.

The Festive Spa Break is priced at AED 2,280 per couple and is available from 9 December 2021 to 6 January 2022, 10am 10pm.

For more information or reservations, please call +971 2 690 7885 or emailepauh-spa@mohg.com.

New Year, New You Wellness Retreat

Embark on a renewing wellness journey with the New Year, New You Wellness Retreat at Emirates Palace, where guests can treat themselves or their loved ones to a renewing full-day wellness experience. The Retreat includes an energising personal training session at the Palaces state-of-the-art Fitness Centre and a body composition analysis guided by a wellness specialist, followed by a de-stressing Deep Pressure massage at the Spa. The retreat concludes with a cleansing plant-based lunch menu and day access to the propertys Beach Club to completely rejuvenate the body and invigorate the mind.

The New Year New You Wellness Retreat is priced at AED 1,400 per person and is available to book from 9 December 2021 9 February 2022.

For more information or reservations, please call +971 2 690 7311 or emailepauh-beachclub@mohg.com.

Winter Kids Camp

The UAE capitals favourite holiday camp returns to Emirates Palace, in partnership with Haddins, for another exciting holiday period for the little ones. Kids are invited to join the Winter Kids Camp where those aged from 5 to 12 years will be welcomed onto the Palaces expansive grounds for a fun-filled day of sports, arts and crafts, thrilling water activities, and much more.

The Winter Kids Camp runs during weekdays from 12 30 December 2021 starting at 8am to 3pm. Daily rates start at AED 325 per child including lunch for advanced bookings. A special offer of 20% off applies to additional children.

For more information or reservations, please call +971 2 690 7311 or emailepauh-beachclub@mohg.com.

About Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi

Located on a pristine private beach, Emirates Palace is the epitome of luxury in Abu Dhabi, showcasing Arabian hospitality at its finest. Each of the resorts 394 rooms and suites is furnished to the highest levels of comfort, has stunning views and offers 24-hour butler service. Eight dining venues serve a variety of cuisines created by world renowned chefs and the resort boasts lush gardens, a lavish 1,500-sqm spa, two temperature controlled swimming pools, a kids club and a private marina. With many of Abu Dhabis main attractions within a short distance, including superb shopping destinations and impressive cultural and heritage sites, Emirates Palace provides guests with the perfect place to explore the beauty and charm of the UAEs capital.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the worlds most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Having grown from its Asian roots into a global brand, the Group now operates 34 hotels and seven residences in 24 countries and territories, with each property reflecting the Groups oriental heritage and unique sense of place. Mandarin Oriental has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development, and is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

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