Kempinski Hotels has launched a new Food & Beverage loyalty program in the Middle East and Africa Region – Epicure Essential Pleasures. The program is created in cooperation with Hospitality Marketing Solutions Company (HMC), a world’s leading provider of paid membership loyalty programs.
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding has been appointed to operate and manage the renowned Capri Palace in Italy.
Reopening as Capri Palace, Jumeirah in April 2020, this beautiful Italian property enjoys an idyllic location in bustling Anacapri; one of the most exclusive and unspoiled parts of the island. The hotel, founded by Tonino Cacace, stands high up on a hill overlooking the Gulf of Naples and fully embodies the Italian Dolce Vita; with an authentic Capri style and far-reaching sea views.
Designed in the style of an eighteenth-century Neapolitan palazzo, Capri Palace has attracted the great and the good since it first opened its doors in the 1960s, swiftly establishing itself as the island’s most iconic hotel. Under Jumeirah’s direction, the property is set to continue to go from strength to strength with exciting upgrades and refurbishments in the pipeline.
Art and design are at the heart of this hotel; and the elegant white-washed walls, arched ceilings, and columns create a sense of serenity as soon as guests step through the door. The light and airy interiors are filled with historic and contemporary artwork with tributes to the works of Mirò, Magritte and Warhol. The reverence for contemporary art continues in The White Museum collection, dispersed throughout the hotel, which recounts the spirit of Anacapri and includes pieces by De Chirico, Keith Haring, and Pomodoro, amongst others.
The tasteful interiors of the open spaces flow into the 68 guest rooms. White, blue and neutral tones create an unmistakably Mediterranean atmosphere, whilst the ceramic tiles and bespoke furniture evoke the sense of an Italian family home, ensuring guests are well rooted in their surroundings.
In line with Jumeirah’s commitment to offering exceptional culinary experiences, Capri Palace, Jumeirah is home to three of the island’s Michelin stars. The hotel’s signature restaurant L’Olivo, which serves Mediterranean classics with an extensive wine list, has been awarded two stars; whilst Il Riccio- the hotel’s private beach club- has one, and is the only beach club in the world to do so. Il Riccio, which clings to the rocky coastline, is known for providing some of the best local seafood on the island, especially their sea urchins from which the restaurant takes its name.
Capri Palace, Jumeirah is also revered as a wellness destination, with the exclusive Capri Beauty Farm upholding a loyal international following. Under the direction of the esteemed Professor Francesco Canonaco, this world class-medical spa facility- on the cutting edge of medical research- offers highly specialised signature treatments including the ‘Leg School®’ and the ‘Metabolic Response’ which have won acclaim the world over.
José Silva, Chief Executive Officer of Jumeirah Group, commented: “We are proud and excited to welcome Capri Palace, Jumeirah into our portfolio. It is one of Europe’s most recognised and well-respected hotels, with a global reputation and following. We are pleased to announce that the hotel’s current General Manager Ermanno Zanini will continue in his role, taking on additional responsibilities as Regional Vice President for Italy and Spain for Jumeirah Group. Capri Palace, Jumeirah embodies our brand values of providing excellent service, unrivalled culinary experiences and inspiring design, and joins our existing collection of European properties in London, Mallorca and Frankfurt.”
Ermanno Zanini, General Manager of Capri Palace, Jumeirah and Regional Vice President for Italy and Spain said: “We are delighted that Jumeirah Group has embraced Capri Palace to be a part of its portfolio. With the warmth of our team, the big smiles and the even bigger hearts, we look forward to build on greatness and reach new frontiers as part of this renowned global luxury hospitality company.”
Capri Palace, Jumeirah will open for the 2020 season on April 23, 2020, bringing the existing Jumeirah international portfolio to six hotels in Europe, including Jumeirah Frankfurt, Jumeirah Port Soller, Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel, Grosvenor House Suites Jumeirah and The Carlton Tower, Jumeirah. In addition to the group’s portfolio of hotels in the Middle East, Jumeirah further manages hotels in China and Maldives with additional properties planned for 2020 in Indonesia and Oman.
Bringing the best of Hollywood’s indulgent charm and glamor into the world of hospitality, Paramount Hotel Dubai has set the stage for its Avant Premiere before rolling out the red carpet in January 2020 for the grand opening. The hotel which is the first-ever Paramount property in the region is now welcoming guests.
Ensuring the hotel’s Avant Premiere is on top of the ‘Box Office chart,’ Director Wael Soueid says, “We are very excited to introduce extraordinary hospitality standards with Paramount Hotel Dubai. We have worked hard to design, deliver and detail the most memorable experiences with our ensemble of Executive Directors and Paramount Cast.”
Bringing timeless Hollywood elegance to life, the concept has been developed by Paramount Pictures and embodies the very essence of the Californian Lifestyle. Located in Business Bay, Paramount Hotel Dubai curates and directs exquisite design, elevated service, stellar entertainment and premium dining.
The highly anticipated hotel houses 823 rooms and suites grouped into Scene and Stage Guest Rooms; Premiere Suites and Paramount Suites; and themed suites taking inspiration from Paramount Pictures movies. Brimming with history, stories and glamor, Paramount Hotel is a true blockbuster that features eight experiential dining concepts that promise an unparalleled culinary experience under the direction of Producer Culinary, Ezquiel Cardozo.
Paying homage to the historial magic of cinema is The Paramount Screening Room, a private cinema, time capsule and a stage for live entertainment acts with a side of light gourmet bites and bubbles.
Pacific Groove is a Californian bar and restaurant that offers a culinary curation of sizzling grilled seafood, woodfired steaks, fresh salads and a Raw bar. Flashback is the surreptitious speakeasy bar & lounge that serves custom cocktails by craft mixologists in an intimate Hollywood setting, complete with moving classic posters and two private rooms.
The Cheat is an exceptionally unique Paramount Chocolate Lab; along with an all-day dining restaurant, The Stage; an artisan Café and bakery, The Craft Table; L lobby lounge & café; and pool lounge including Malibu Deck and Californian street food trailer.
The hotel also features exciting elements such as immersive video walls in the lobby, PAUSE Spa and a Fitness Center, state of the art meetings and events facilities as well as their signature co-working Work/Play suites.
Sonara Camp, located in the heart of the Arabian desert, will be opening its doors to an unforgettable and sophisticated dining experience this Thursday 28th November 2019.
The one-of-a-kind desert dining destination offers a delicious culinary sharing experience, designed and prepared by a world class chef, showcasing Arabic-inspired dishes, East meets West fusion food and classic French cuisine. Guests will indulge in the freshest of seasonal ingredients for every taste, from the meat lovers to the vegans.
The five-star property renovated its 256 guestrooms, suites and opened a new and trendy Korean spa in just five months.
“I’m delighted to announce the completion of the rooms and suites renovation project at Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai” said Fabien Chesnais, the hotel’s General Manager. “Our aim was to enhance the guest experience in our hotel. We are confident our local and international guests will enjoy the updated look and feel of our modern rooms and suites from the moment they walk in the door.”
You can often face the opinion that dancing is not a sport. What’s that complicated and challenging about it? Nevertheless, if one ever tries this activity at least once, he or she immediately realizes that it’s quite a lot of physical work.
However, the result is worth all the effort, because dancing is not just a physical exercising. As it stated in the scientific researchers, this is a body and soul therapy that erases complexes, teaches a person to feel comfortable in his or her own body and move in accordance with the melody of the surrounding world. It’s true that dancing has a positive effect on brain activity, makes us a little smarter and more attentive.
It turns out that scientists have been studying the effect of dance on brain states and mental abilities more recently. For example, in 2008 in Scientific American journal neuroscientists called dancing a double pleasure — the synchronization of body movement with music. The fact is that, music stimulates reward centers in the brain, while dance activates sensory and motor schemes. Moreover, a study at Wonquang University, Korea, with teenagers who participated in dance therapy for 12 weeks, showed that dances helped to stabilize the sympathetic nervous system and significantly reduced psychological discomfort among those who were suffering from depression. The same mechanism works with adults. That means that practicing at the dancing classes can have better anti-stress effect than visiting a psychologist sometimes.
And of course it’s obvious that visiting dancing in Dubai improves every single person’s physical fitness, because dance is still an aerobic exercise. For instance, in an hour of ballet training, you can burn 405 kcal (if you weigh 68 kg) or 337 kcal (if your weight is about 56 kg).
Let’s have a look at a list showing the number of calories that various types of dance burn per hour:
hip-hop – 370–610 kcal;
salsa – 405-480 kcal;
swing – 300-550 kcal;
ballroom dancing – 150-320 kcal;
belly dancing – 270-320 kcal;
argentine tango – 200-300 kcal;
break dance – 400-650 kcal;
folk dances – 250-420 kcal;
pole-dancing – 250-350 kcal.
Even if you are an advanced athlete, dancing can be something completely new for you, the thing your body is not used to. This will be an exciting and inspiring challenge for a newcomer. You can experience various styles at the dancing classes in the leading Dubai dance studio Dance For You, where with our team of experienced professional every person of any age and dancing background is welcomed to find the dance to start this delighting activity.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre invites guests to spend the holy month of Ramadan discovering the memorable feasts of Iftar and Suhoor held in the new Ramadan Majlis. Celebrate this momentous occasion and create a memorable experience with family and friends by surrounding yourself with the truest of Arabian traditions.
Located in central JBR within the Rixos Premium hotel, Luigia the multi-award winning restaurant welcomes guests to indulge in their Aperitivo and grape tasting event on Wednesday April 17th. The venue showcases their high value food at casual dining prices in an unlimited buffet style set up. The venue will be serving their authentic Italian cuisine in true Aperitivo style along with three iconic grape options sourced and imported all the way from the north and south of Italy from 7 PM to 9.30 PM.
The Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai will be hosting a Wedding Fair on Wednesday,13th March 2019 from 6pm to 10pm. The exhibition will be held in the elegant and spacious 600-square-metre Al Garhoud Ballroom and will provide visitors the opportunity to meet and source quality products and services from professional vendors. Exhibiting at the fair will be specialised wedding service providers ranging from florist’s to photographer’s and videography services, decorators, entertainment, wedding gowns designers and table setup experts. In addition, the hotel will showcase its own food and beverage offerings with a lavish set-up aimed at highlighting its unique products. Making the event more fun and exciting for the attendees will be raffle draws and special discounts.
Mr. Simon Moore, General Manager of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “The Wedding Fair offers a unique opportunity for ‘couples-to-be’ to see our world-class facilities and meet wedding vendors under one roof. The Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai is one of the most convenient venue in the heart of Dubai offering a choice of superb and flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces. Executing countless details with precision and passion is our highly skilled banqueting and events team. We know it is those little personal touches that makes a celebration unique. So, no matter what your dream, we work hard to deliver “a one to remember wedding experience”.
The beautifully appointed Al Garhoud Ballroom is perfectly suited for both large and mid-sized events and is the premier choice for prestigious conferences and special celebrations. With a seating capacity up to 600 guests, it is fully equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual facilities. Complementing the luxurious setting is a spacious pre-function area and separate entrance into the hotel with easy vehicle access. The ballroom also offers a flexible layout and can be divided into 3 separate ballrooms.
Visit the Wedding Fair from 6pm to 10pm on Wednesday, 13th March 2019.
Accor, the world’s leading travel and hospitality group, is pleased to announce the official opening of Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City.
The newest addition to the buzzing hub that is Media and Internet City is the only five-star hotel in the area and the first within the upcoming Innovation Hub. The property serves both professional and lifestyle needs of guests looking for connectivity and convenience, or to explore the vibrant urban city with its proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road, Nakheel and Internet City metro stations as well as Mall of the Emirates and the Palm Jumeirah.
Standing tall just off Sheikh Zayed Road, the property offers a variety of attributes, be it one of the five dining venues, lounging by the swimming pool, getting acquainted with the local culture or enhancing budding commercial prospects.
Rooms:
Offering guests 235 spacious rooms and suites sized from 46 sqm up to 94 sqm, with categories including: Superior King and Twin, Executive King and Twin, as well as Executive and Family Suites. Every room utilises a neutral colour palette to enhance the relaxing appeal, set against breath-taking views of the Palm Jumeirah and the Arabian Gulf. Constant connectivity is achieved through free WiFi throughout.
Meetings and Events Spaces:
The hotel offers a fully equipped Convention Centre, inclusive of a 600sqm ballroom, with a capacity of up to 650 guests. Ideal for meetings, weddings and celebrations, nine flexible meeting rooms are aptly named after the winds of the world: Mistral, Bise, Khamseen and Shamal, inspired by the iconic chandelier The Swoop. All equipped with state of the art audio-visual technology, complimentary WiFi and lighting equipment.
Design:
From high ceilings and large windows, bathing the chic interiors in rich natural light, to the attention to detail paid to the meeting spaces and leisure venues, the property emanates a sense of elegance presented in a modern setting.
The star feature of the property is The Swoop – the iconic chandelier in the atrium, acting as a centrepiece, spiralling downwards towards the entrance, from the ceiling. The artistic masterpiece was specially designed by Katerina Handlova, inspired by the flight of a bird, which seems almost tangible given its end is suspended at 2.3 meters above ground at the lobby level. This exceptional piece boasts 3,500 hand-blown crystals.
Dining:
Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City offers guests a choice of five lifestyle driven venues, inclusive of restaurants, lounges and bars, each with seamless surroundings, offering international cuisines and entertainment.
TWENTY THREE Rooftop Bar, steals the show as Media City’s new hotspot overlooking the city’s iconic skyline, combining panoramic urban views with light bites and classic cocktails. The theme of “23” is tangible throughout – 23 different twisted cocktails, 23 tastes, 23 brews and 23 grapes, in line with the venue’s aim to turn convention on its head.
The Grand Lounge, located under the majestic chandelier, serves up creatively crafted delicacies, perfect for an afternoon high tea.
A ‘neighbourhood deli’ feel is to be enjoyed at Slice, through its relaxed ambience, with a touch of panache added, in the form of unique offerings such as a ramen station and flammkuchen – a tarte flambee from the northeast of France and South-west Germany.
The venue also offers delivery to the local area, bringing new offerings for lunch and dinner in the popular media hub.
Bytes is a relaxed local eatery, spanning across indoor, outdoor and swimming pool spaces, where guests can unwind and revitalize over healthy dining options, refreshing beverages and picturesque views.
Opening soon, the hotel is also home to modern European escape Verve Bar & Brasserie, under the dynamic guidance of multi award-winning chefs, Nick and Scott.
Leisure Offerings:
The property also places importance on creating a well-rounded holistic experience for its guests, with an indulgent health club comprising an outdoor swimming pool, gymnasium, beauty salon, sauna and steam rooms. The Spa by SensAsia, provides tailored and expertly delivered body treatments stemming from Balinese grace, Japanese elegance and Thai tradition.
Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City – ‘make the most of now’