encounters with natureDiscover the joy of enchanting

Escape the bustling and cold city life to a warm and embracing retreat at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara for an exotic vacation this winter. Blending ancient tradition, stunning wildlife and contemporary comforts, the festive season promises to be a haven of merriment at this resort. Savour each enchanting moment of the holidays as you indulge in exquisite culinary offerings and relax in sublime island settings.

4th to 25th December

Daily Lucky Draw

Enhance your festivities by participating in the lucky draw in the Lobby held between 4th and 25th December from 7:00 pm onwards. Each day a lucky winner will be presented with exciting prizes ranging from gift vouchers to a complimentary stay. So join in the merriment and gather around the ornately decorated tree for a time to remember.

Price Complimentary

Time 7:00 pm onwards

Monday, 23rd December

Christmas tree lighting

Enhance the merriment of the season,as we turn on the lights of our beautiful tree in the Lobby. Relish delicious treats like fruit punch and cookies for children and refreshing sundowners and canapés for adults, complemented by enchanting carol singing.

Price Complimentary

Time 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Tuesday, 24th December

Indulge in an exquisite festive buffet

Share unforgettable moments with loved ones over dinner at The Palm, with festive favourites including an ice-cream trolley, cotton candy, white and dark chocolate fountain and popcorn. Flavour the holiday season with gaiety and cheer as you savour a scrumptious Arabian-inspired culinary spread with breathtaking views of the sapphire Arabian Gulf, while the enchanting tunes of cheerful carols keeps you entertained.

Price AED 350++ per person, for the bubbly package AED 275++ per person, for the soft beverages package AED 125++ per child

Time 7:30 pm onwards

Delight in a romantic dinner

Impress the loved one over a delectable spread under the star-lit skies at Samak. Tantalise your tastebuds as you choose from an extensive festive set menu.

Price AED 275++ per person, for food only AED 350++ per person, including house beverages AED 125++ per person, for kids below 12

Time 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Wednesday, 25th December

Create precious memories with your little ones

Add a dash of sparkle and fun to your little ones’ festive season with a host of exciting surprises at the kids club. Savour coffee and a cupcake prepared specially by your children during the entertaining cupcake making group activity.

Price Complimentary

Time 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm

Wednesday, 25th December

Christmas Breakfast at The Palm

Embrace the warmth of this special day with a sumptuous traditional breakfast buffet at The Palm. Relish festive favourites including an ice-cream trolley, cotton candy, white and dark chocolate fountains and popcorn, complemented by enchanting carol singing. Father Christmas, in a red suit and sporting a long grey beard, will arrive at 9:30 am to elevate your festive mood and distribute exciting gifts.

Time 7:00 am to 11:30 am

Celebrations at Amwaj

Enjoy a delicious international à la carte meal with the backdrop of a breathtaking view of the sea at Amwaj. Offering a contemporary rustic setting, you can sit in its cosy oversized chairs, indoors or outdoors, and relish delightful tapas and shisha, as our DJ entertains you with his rhythms.

Time 7:00 pm to 11:30 pm

Delight in a sumptuous festive feast

Celebrate the festive season with a touch of Arabian elegance at Samak with a delicious Lobster BBQ dinner. Revel in an enchanting buffet spread, serving authentic seasonal delights throughout the evening. Set the scene for a joyous evening with themed decorations creating a vibrant ambience at a destination that showcases the very best of Emirati hospitality.

Price 275++ per person, BBQ only 365++ per person, with house beverages

Time 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Tuesday, 31st December

Prepare for a journey of new beginnings

Enjoy a night of merriment as the countdown to the New Year begins on Sir Bai Yas Island with a stylish New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at the elegant Dhabi Ballroom. Begin the gaiety with pre-dinner appetisers and cocktails on the terrace followed by a lavish buffet including live carving stations. Be entertained by a live fire-dance show and groove to the tunes of the live band late into the night as you bid a fond farewell to a year gone by.

Price AED 999++ per adult AED 499++ per child under 12 years

Time 7:00 pm to 1:00 am

Toast to a new year at The Palm

Revel in joy of the unlimited possibilities that the new year holds with an enchanting New Year’s dinner buffet at The Palm. Serving seasonal delights amidst an antique-contemporary Arabic setting, it will set the scene for a memorable evening with loved ones.

Price AED 250++ per person

Time 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Wednesday, 1st January 2014

Enjoy a delightful New Year’s breakfast

Welcome a new year of celebrations with a delicious international and Middle Eastern breakfast buffet, complemented by exquisite festive bubbly at The Palm. Indulge in some quality time with family as you unwind after the revelry of the previous night.

Time 7:00 am to 11:00 am

We hope to welcome you back in 2014 as you embark on a journey

rich with discovery.

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by AnantaraP.O. Box 12452, Al Ruwais,Sir Bani Yas Island Abu Dhabi - UAETel: +971 (0)2 801 5400 Fax: +971 (0)2 801 5404Email: dirs@anantara.comanantara.com

GDS CodesChain Code: GA Amadeus: AUH798 Worldspan: 72798Galileo: 93529 Sabre: 168414 Pegasus: ADQABU

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