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Iconic, man-made islands, the tallest building and some of world’s finest restaurants, hotels and conference facilities, the UAE always has something new up its sleeve.
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A sophisticated and chic address in the epicentre of luxury, Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk elegantly merges modern French art de vivre and ancient Egyptian heritage with the essence and culture of the UAE. The building is adorned with a gold pyramidion and built in the shape of an obelisk, paying tribute to the Luxor Obelisk currently in Paris.
Guests are welcomed by a nine-metre-wide and four-metre-tall golden falcon, a symbol of the national bird of the United Arab Emirates, and are then immediately transported to the Valley of the Kings and Queens in Luxor, Egypt, thanks to the immense pillars showcasing hieroglyphics and reliefs. Two magnificent stained leaded glass chandeliers inspired by French Tiffany Lamps, in the shape of the Nile lotus flower and handcrafted in Egypt hang gracefully from the ceiling.
Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk features 498 luxury guestrooms and suites, all of which are modern and spacious, dressed in neutral tones and complemented by Art Deco lines and contrasting materials. Tactile textured wallpaper is featured in the hallways and swirl patterned floors in the room are representative of the Arabian Desert. Each room and suite is accentuated by unique works of art, boasts floor-to-ceiling windows offering unparalleled views of Dubai and provides the ultimate slumber thanks to custom-made Sofitel MyBed™.
Our top experiences in Ras al Khaimah:
The team stayed at the stunning Waldorf Astoria Al Hamra Hotel and visited also Ritz Carlton Al Wadi, two hotels which are perfect for buy-outs.
Want to know more about all Ras Al Khaimah has to offer? Contact our experts at [email protected]
We have the stamp of approval for safe travel!
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Arabian Adventures – Meetings, Incentives & Events, has been accredited with the #safetravels stamp from World Travel & Tourism Council
The protocols of the “Safe Travels” stamp align the private sector behind common standards to ensure the safety of its workforce and travellers as the sector shifts to a new normal. We are extremely proud of this recognition within Arabian Adventures, as the UAE is ranked number 3 in the world for the highest number of tests carried out in the country for COVID-19.
As we shift towards the new normal, we are working hard to make the future of travel to our destination safe and secure for you.
We are open for business and ready to welcome you to Dubai. See you soon!
All around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic is inspiring people to be kind. It is what will carry us through this challenging time by helping us with feelings of isolation, holding local communities together, and lifting our spirits. The advice and support from others is so important, to gain new and inspiring perspectives on how to navigate ongoing change at this time. The Arabian Adventures MICE team has rounded up its top tips to help when working from home.
Follow your regular routine - Wake up at your normal time, get dressed and be mentally prepared for the day ahead.
Create a workspace - find yourself a dedicated and comfortable spot to work that you can associate with your job.
Stretch and move - Exercise serves as a foundational driver of brain performance and mindfulness, towards your physical and mental wellbeing.
Get some fresh air - No matter where you live, opening a window and letting in fresh air is almost always preferable to breathing in stale indoor air.
Stay connected - social interactions even with co-workers can alleviate feelings of isolation and loneliness and your AAMIE team are always on hand to help or assist you with any queries you have.
Fight distractions - There’s nothing wrong with taking a short break, but don’t let chores distract you from being productive.
Managing your family - Talk to your older kids about the Coronavirus and mix up your hours if your work allows for it.
“I want to swim in the sea and my next trip would probably be to Fujairah. I can’t wait to do some water sports, relax on a stunning
beach, enjoy some massages and watch the sunset over a glass of wine” Ines De Castro Viegas, Sales Manager
“My family and friends will be organising a dhow cruise in Musandam, where we are far away from the city where we can
breathe fresh air, relax, sunbathe and watch the dolphins. We can’t wait to jump into the beautiful water, swim with the turtles and
enjoy the fjords which are just spectacular…especially at sunset !” Nadia Aribi, Sales Manager
We nurture our partnerships during this pressing time, and it is important to us to continue to work closely with you. Arabian Adventures’ value you as our client, in both the good, and more difficult times. Our focus is on our long-term stability, whilst we weather this storm together. Here in the UAE, we are incredibly proud of the support that our local entities have provided in keeping us safe, in many ways reflecting this pioneering destination we feel lucky to be a part of. As such, and for some inspiration for the future, we wanted to share with you the latest showcase of the incredible city of Dubai from Dubai Tourism, please click here to enjoy the video.
As the UAE’s leading destination management company, Arabian Adventures has always been at the forefront of keeping the Middle East pristine and beautiful and remains the only operator to consistently win the CEMARS (Carbon and Energy Measurement and Reduction Scheme) award. This month, however, we took the next step when we were awarded the Travelife Engaged Certificate for sustainability.
With more than 500 members across 80 countries, including tourism companies, elite cruise lines and incentive houses, Travelife provides a set of high standards to aspire to and has become a global benchmark for responsible experiences and products. Best of all, Arabian Adventures joins its sister company, Dnata, in becoming part of this coveted and globally recognised commitment to sustainable tourism.
Amongst the achievements that led to this award are -
Arabian Adventures has also created a dedicated green team to co-ordinate and pioneer our efforts, both now and in the future. The next step is to take this achievement even further by securing Travelife’s elite, next level of certification, which Arabian Adventures aims to do before the end of the year.
We’ll keep you posted on our progress right here.
It’s not even open yet, but the Opus building by Omniyat in Dubai has already been listed by CNN Style as, ‘one of the most anticipated buildings set to shape the world in 2020.'
Designed by renowned architect and designer, the late Dame Zaha Hadid, this mixed-use building has already made a splash on the Dubai skyline, despite facing some serious competition.
Resembling a giant glass cube at first glance, this ground-breaking design is actually two separate towers that merge, intertwine and flow together, punctured by an asymmetric, 8- storey hole that curves and bows gracefully around the central void creating a sense of the impossible.
Taking centre stage in the building will be the 5-star ME Hotel by Meliá, set to open this month, with 93 rooms and 96 serviced apartments as well as the next level luxury of the mysterious 200 square metre Suite ME. There will also be 3 restaurants joining a further 15 in the building itself, a rooftop bar and a pool overlooking the Dubai skyline.
The ME Hotel by Meliá also has the distinction of being the only hotel in the world to have both exterior and interiors designed and personally selected by Zaha Hadid.
The clock is ticking down to Expo 2020 and every day this incredible project is taking shape just outside Dubai. Incentive Travel opportunities during Expo 2020 Dubai will be connecting minds and creating the future, and collaborating to build a better world.
Please take a look at some of these opportunities created so far, which can be customised for any industry and exciting possibilities that will bring your event to life !
RISE Amway Dubai 2019 Annual Leadership Seminar (ALS), one of the largest events was held in Dubai this week, the huge event took place on 13 December at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the first ever held in the Middle East. Amway Asia Pacific (APAC) engaged Arabian Adventures Meetings, Incentives and Events team, who were tasked with managing the ground and transport logistics operations at the landmark event, one of the most anticipated event of the year for the Amway group.
This event saw over 10,000 Amway Business Owners (ABO’s) from more than eleven countries visit Dubai in order to celebrate the companies’ achievements over the last year and receive a much-anticipated taste of this beautiful city. Whilst in Dubai, Amway APAC also hosted other key events, and engaged its ABOs with some of the best experiences the cosmopolitan city has to offer.
Watch our behind the scenes video
It’s with great pride that we can announce that for a record-setting second time in just three years, the Arabian Adventures MICE team has been awarded the prestigious SITE Crystal Award for Excellence in Incentive Travel - the highest honour in the Meetings Incentives and Events sector!
Presented by the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence, this award recognises companies that have set a new standard for the industry and this year’s ceremony in Vancouver saw some of the fiercest competition so far, with travel, events and destination management companies from across the globe competing to take home the coveted trophy.
With Expo 2020, the largest business and innovation event ever staged, fast approaching, our sister company Emirates Airlines have now unveiled the full design for their pavilion.
Bringing together the three themes of the Expo – Mobility, Opportunity and Sustainability, the 3,300 square metre pavilion explores the future of aviation - from cutting edge new materials, to engine technologies that reduce carbon emissions, and futuristic interiors that make previous luxuries available to all, as well as an interactive station that lets visitors design their own aircraft.
Predicted to welcome 56,000 visitors each month, the exterior of the Emirates Pavilion features 26 slanted fins and 800 metres of LED lights, whilst the building itself incorporates the latest green technologies and building techniques, including discreetly integrated solar panels, responsive shading and a beautiful use of natural light that reduces its overall energy consumption.
For more information speak to one of the MICE team.
