Travel Arabia Magazine - Middle East

31/01/2020

04/02/2019

Dine on the shores!

Shore House, The Ritz Carlton, Al Hamra Beach Ras Al Khaimah offers a unique dining experience over looking the beach that is to be your 'must' bucket list entry

03/02/2019

Queen Elizabeth 2 Journeys!

03/02/2019

Afternoon Tea – QE2

The Queen Elizabeth 2 has officially launched its afternoon tea concept on board – offering passengers an exquisite selection of sweet and savory delights amidst the original surroundings of the of the Queens Grill - a venue once reserved for visiting royals and First-Class passengers.
Time: Thursday – Saturday, 3pm – 5pm

Venue: Queens Grill, QE2

Price:

AED 95 for children aged of 7-12, includes a selection of milkshakes and sweet and savory treats

AED 195, includes a selection of two pots of tea, finger sandwiches and sweet pastries

AED 250, includes a selection of two pots of tea, finger sandwiches, hot pastries and sweet pastries

*Beverage packages start at AED 215

25/01/2019

Weekend Odyssey!

Kalba ,Sharjah sums up a uniquely beautiful lagoon in UAE's tourism, a hard to match one.

19/01/2019

29/11/2018

Big Mountain and Abba Mania in Town for The Big Grill 2018
Abri & Funk Radius, Afro night by KIZA part of festivities on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi -

Presented by SWYP, The Big Grill 2018 will sizzle with succulent steaks, flaming BBQs and a fiery lineup of local and international performances. Debuting at Yas Links Golf Club, on , from 6th to 8th December 2018, the event culminates Abu Dhabi Food Festival campaign for 2018 as part of the city efforts to highlight its culinary diversity. Supported by Gulf Leisure, , , and JIFF, The Big Grill is expected to draw crowds from across the UAE, uniting foodies in celebration at this unique gathering. Themed as GRILLIN' 'N' CHILLIN', the 3-day event is a weekend of total indulgence serving food, music and festive mayhem.

Schedule
Thursday: AFRO Night at The BIG GRILL presented by KIZA
Doors Open: 4pm
Entrance: Register for FREE entrance on Platinumlist: www.platinumlist.net

Friday & Saturday
Doors Open: 12pm
Entrance: Register for FREE entrance on Platinumlist: www.platinumlist.net

Artists Profile
Big Mountain
An American band known for its hit song "Baby, I Love Your Way", which became a top 10 hit single in the US in early 1994, reaching No. 6 on the US Billboard Hot 100, No. 1 on the Mainstream Top 40 and No. 2 in the UK.

ABBA MANIA
ABBA MANIA is accepted as the world's number one touring tribute production. Featuring a special concert presentation, which celebrates the music of ABBA, ABBA MANIA revives special memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. ABBA MANIA brings ABBA fans old and new a night of reminiscence that's not to be missed. If you're looking for an excuse to party and be entertained by music from the past, dig out those platforms, dust down those flares come join the party sing along to all of your favourites including: ' ', 'Voulez Vous', 'Dancing Queen', 'Winner Takes It All'.

Abri & Funk Radius: Abri & Funk Radius are one of the most celebrated bands in the UAE with their hard to resist blend of funk, reggae, neo-soul and R&B. Band was formed in June 2013 and has since performed at some of UAE's top dining outlets, local events , several UAE festivals and concerts throughout. The band's astound energy and vocals bring combination of great music,and a unique atmosphere to their performance.

Vocalist, Hamdan Al Abri : born and raised Singer/Songwriter Hamdan Al-Abri was born on the 18th of April, 1981, to Zanzibari parents who migrated to the golden shores of the United Arab Emirates in the late 1960's. Hamdan began vocalizing at a young age, but this soon developed into more than a mere hobby. He earned his stripes working alongside numerous groups and bands in Dubai and abroad, gaining vital live experience, while enhancing his songwriting skills and cultivating his unequivocal voice. But it was the next few years that brought him to prominence; As a founding member and front man of the eclectic Dubai-based soul band ABRI, Hamdan and the band would go on to release two widely acclaimed albums in relatively quick succession ('Sunchild' & 'Blank Notes') and tour through India, Bahrain, UK, the Maldives & the U.A.E. Performing alongside greats such as Erykah Badu, Ziggy Marley, Arrested Development, Kanye West and Joss Stone.

27/11/2018

Atmantan!
By Monica Kapila
But hold on a minute; what choices are we really making when it comes to eating and drinking, and how we choose to spend our leisure time? Your reporter isn’t overweight, she works out in the gym, does a bit of and tries to make healthy choices when it comes to food and drink. And yet my3-day retreat at Atmantan near Pune in India left me fitter, healthier and happier than I had been for a while. Here’s why you should give it a try.

What is Atmantan?

Atmantan is a luxurious, well being resort located in a rural setting where you can do as little or as much as you like. There are 138 villa type rooms dotted around the beautifully landscaped 42-acre property that is bordered by the Mulshi dam on one side and the on the other. It felt a bit like to me at times!

Atmantan is made up of three words, and you can participate in activities that focus on just 1 of these aspects or on those that integrate all 3. Try Salsa dancing or Neti yoga, have one of the many massages on offer, go on a trek up a mountain, do a breathing class, have a swim or do nothing and just indulge in the perfectly balanced and tasty meals lingering over the lake views. It’s really up to you;Atmantan isn’t about piling on more pressure.

Where is Atmantan located?

is 1.5 hours drive away from airport in . There are direct flights to Pune on Spice Jet and Air India Express from and via Jet airways from Abu Dhabi. It’s a short flight of around 2. 5 hours. You could fly in to , that’s a 4 hour drive away.

The drive from Pune is easy and the resort comes to pick you up from the airport. There is a small stretch of road that’s quite pot holed and rough just before you come to the resort, but it’s a matter of a few minutes on this stretch.

Accommodation at Atmantan

All the rooms at Atmantan are very well appointed and sleep 2 people. Many have peaceful, balcony views and a big scenic window in the bathroom. There is one large suite, the Mango Tree villa that has it’s own pool and private massage beds within the rooms. They are currently constructing a 2-bedroom villa on the property.

Having a good night’s sleep is paramount to having a great day and it’s worth noting that Atmantan is the only resort in India at the moment (as at March 2018) to have Eclipsebranded mattresses that have been approved by the American Association of Chiropractors. Your reporter can guarantee you a supreme sleep at Atmantan and would go so far as to invest in these mattresses for home use.

Food at Atmantan

All meals will be included in your package at Atmantan and you can expect to eat well three times a day. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all served in a very scenic location at the resort’s Vistara restaurant. The wellness philosophy certainly applies to the food at Atmantan where organic produce is the norm.

But being healthy doesn’t mean no meat or fish options! Each meal is perfectly balanced and you can see precisely the nutritional information connected to each dish from the number of grams of protein, carbohydrate and fat as well as the number of calories.

Some guests are given specific dietary plans to follow based on their health profile, while others have little things incorporated that would help certain conditions. So expect a very strong tasting shot made of bitter gourd juice for the pre diabetics for example! I loved the breakfast in a glass course made with kefir, nuts and fruit. But then I also loved the dosas made with sweet potato filling too. Do you see how innovative healthy food can be?

Activities at Atmantan

Before you arrive at the resort you will be asked to complete a confidential questionnaire related to your health and general well being. You can also highlight any particular issues you’d like the health staff to be aware of at this time. Your responses form the basis of a wellness consultation that you have on arrival.

A few appropriate activities will be suggested and a potential timetable drawn up for you for the duration of your stay. Nothing is compulsory, but I undertook and was very happy with everything that was suggested for me.

They have 24 massage rooms at the Atmantan, so while you do have to book your treatments, it’s always likely you’ll get a slot with a good therapist. There are many Ayurvedic massages – Ayur means health – and your reporter was impressed with the quality of the oils used for treatments. Try the Vedic Spice massage for general well being administered using red thyme and cardamom oil.

The most unique massage treatment on offer and well worth having is the Chi Nei The aim of the treatment is to try and literally renew the blood in each major organ. Your abdomen will be a little sore for a couple of days after this massage, but this was the one that was most in demand. Apparently my organs are filled with positive energy! This treatment focuses on strengthening the immune system and releasing any energy blocks in the body.

Most of the massages and specialized treatments are chargeable, but some may be included in your package.

However there is a whole timetable of free activities you can participate in from yoga, to meditation, to mindful walks and even Ayurvedic cooking classes. So the dilemma you will have is what to choose in just 3 days! It is perhaps for this reason there is an offer that entitles you to stay for 5 days but only pay for 3. Take it if you can!

We also completed an early morning trek that left at 6.30am. This was an amazing experience but the route up the mountain is quite steep and you must have proper shoes to attempt this. But rest assured, you are with a very experienced and supportive guide all the way.

Room for Improvement at Atmantan

Overall Atmantan is a great choice for a high quality, luxurious wellness break. The location and setting are both scenic and convenient. The choice of activities both chargeable and free is also very comprehensive. You won’t be hungry, but you may like me, crave coffee or sometimes want an extra dosa. Don’t worry you can get both if you really want.

However I think the experience could be improved perhaps if the resort spent a little time informing everyone of the importance of eating more slowly and chewing their food. That may be obvious to some people, but not to many it seems. That way a slower meal will leave you fuller for longer and of course digestion would be enhanced if you thoroughly chewed each mouthful.

I would also prefer it if they referred to the “doctors” at the resort who deal with physiotherapy, Ayurveda and holistic treatments as health professionals in their field. The term doctor can be a little misleading.

And lastly as it’s quiet at the resort after dinner, perhaps a little early evening mock tail and snack session to introduce people to each other and then some communal tables would be an effective way to keeping everyone smiling! We met some lovely people at Atmantan who’d travelled there from all over the world. That just added to our experience. Go try for yourself and stay well.

All pictures courtesy of DoinDubai Monica Kapila.

10/06/2018

FIFA!!

Go big or go home....
FIFA

The MHYacht Club

Go Big or Go Home: Catch the World’s Grandest Football Event aboard the M&H Yacht

09/06/2018

Calling all kids and teens to ATLANTIS THE PALM!

So get ready for an exciting range of ….
Atlantis, The Palm

CALLING ALL KIDS AND TEENS! GET SET FOR AN ACTION-PACKED SEASON IN DUBAI WITH ATLANTIS, THE PALM’S EXCITING RANGE OF SUMMER CAMPS

08/06/2018

Shop with Tumi!

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07/06/2018

Dubai's most instagrammable lobby centerpiece revealed at Fairmont Dubai.....


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Dubai’s most Instagrammable lobby centerpiece revealed at Fairmont Dubai

06/06/2018

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ATA Spring 2018

22/05/2018

Don't miss out on the authentic Moroccan this with the talented Chef Habiba at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha every day from sunset until 11pm.
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MOROCCAN IFTAR WITH CHEF HABIBA AT NOVOTEL DUBAI AL BARSHA

10/05/2018

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09/05/2018

L!QD Tapas Bar!
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