ENJOY A FESTIVE ESCAPE IN THE DESERT AT THE RITZ-CARLTON RAS AL KHAIMAH, AL WADI DESERT AND THE RITZ-CARLTON RAS AL KHAIMAH, AL HAMRA BEACH
From tree lighting ceremonies to decadent festive feasts and spectacular New Year’s Eve gala dinners, guests are promised an extra special holiday season
This holiday season escape to The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert and The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach for the most magical Christmas break. With the choice of lavish dinners, special festive activities and record-breaking New Year’s fireworks, the luxurious secluded resorts, featuring magnificent villas with private pools, are perfect for those seeking to relax and rejuvenate this December.
THE RITZ-CARLTON RAS AL KHAIMAH, AL WADI DESERT
A Festive Afternoon Tea at the Farmhouse
Taste the fresh aromas of this festive season with The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert’s afternoon tea that marries signature tea blends with a wide variety of delectable sweet treats and savoury hors d’oeuvres for an ideal get-together with friends and loved ones.
When: every weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Offer: AED 175 per person inclusive of Festive Afternoon High Tea and hot beverages
AED 260 per person inclusive of Festive Afternoon High Tea and two glasses of Champagne
Option of Floating Afternoon Tea Available for 450 AED per couple
Festive Treats with Gingerbread House Decorating at Kaheela Restaurant
Give your kids a day they’ll never forget with a unique Gingerbread house decorating session this December at Kaheela Restaurant. Let their creativity shine with custom gingerbread hampers including delicious candy cones, toasty marshmallows and more with The Ritz-Carlton’s expertly led team of chefs, all accompanied with fresh juices and baked delights.
When: 9,10,16,17,23,24 December from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Offer: AED 135 per child (between 4 to 12 years old)
Ritz Kids by Night
Bring your little ones to experience a movie night at the Ritz Kids Garden for a festive evening filled with a special menu and sweet treats.
When: 22 December to 7 January from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Offer: AED 100 per child inclusive of a hot and cold joyful meal, healthy beverages, fruit and sweets
Christmas Ball Decorating
Don’t be a Grinch this Christmas! Whether you are making wreaths, garlands or tree ornaments, get your children into the holiday spirit with the Christmas ball decoration at the Ritz Kids Garden. Everyone will leave with a special sweet treat by the Santa Chef.
When: 18 to 24 December from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Where: Ritz Kids Garden
Offer: AED 100 per child inclusive of Christmas snacks, hot cocoa and sweet delights
Grand Christmas Day Dining at Kaheela and Farmhouse
Make the most of your Christmas Day by taking a festive-inspired culinary journey at the resort’s award winning restaurants. Embrace the warmth of the holiday spirit with a menu that features wholesome winter dishes accompanied by hand-crafted cocktails. Let the jingle bells ring as you indulge in a variety of food and
beverage options at our all day dining restaurant, Kaheela or try the family-style brunch at Farmhouse which is invites everyone to gather for some delicious food and refreshing festive beverages while overlooking the picturesque view of the resort’s illustrious watering hole.
Kaheela
When: Saturday, December 23 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Offer: AED 325 soft beverages, AED 470 house beverages, AED 550 premium house beverages, 50% for kids 6-12 years
Farmhouse
When: Saturday, December 23 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Offer: AED 480 soft beverages, AED 580 house beverages, AED 680 premium house beverages
Christmas Eve Under the Stars at Kan Zaman
Celebrate this Christmas Eve with an authentic and Arabian feast with a belly dancer performance and the relaxing sounds of the Oud. With an immersive buffet menu that uses the freshest organic ingredients, Kan Zaman offers a mouthwatering Christmas dining experience featuring a cold seafood and ceviche bar, delicious roasts, a live BBQ, and traditional Christmas sweets.
When: Sunday, 24th December 2023 from 6:30pm to 10.30pm
Offer: AED 360 soft beverages, AED 475 house beverages
Spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala Dinners at Kan Zaman and Farmhouse
For a truly memorable New Year’s Eve, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert offers guests a choice of incredible gala dinner celebrations with a winning combination of spectacular food, live music, buzzing atmosphere and a mesmerizing desert backdrop. Kan Zaman is the place to be for a laid-back dinner while you enjoy the most scrumptious Arabic delicacies and refreshing beverages whereas Farmhouse is perfect for families and groups looking to dine on a wide spread of special dishes and drinks with a special 5-course set menu.
Kan Zaman
Theme: Black Gold
When: Sunday, 31 December 2023 from 8:00pm
Offer: AED 900 soft beverages, AED 1700 house beverages, AED 400 per child 6-12
Farmhouse
Theme: Black Gold
When: Sunday, 31 December 2023 from 8:00pm
Offer: AED 1200 soft beverages, AED 1999 house beverages, AED 600 per child 6-12
Kaheela New Year’s Resolution Brunch
Celebrate New Year’s Day with family and friends at Kaheela over an exquisite buffer brunch with oysters, shrimps, salmon wellington, duck confit, house crafted pastries, and more.
When: Monday, 1 January 2024 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Offer: AED 275 soft beverages, AED 375 house beverages, AED 125 per child 6-12
THE RITZ-CARLTON RAS AL KHAIMAH, AL HAMRA BEACH
Christmas Tree Lighting at Shore House
Join The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach’s renowned hospitality team in lighting the resorts spectacular adorned Christmas tree. Created especially for in-house guests to spread festive cheer to in-house and local residents, the ceremony will be accompanied by an array of savory hot and cold canapés.
When: Thursday, 7 December 2023 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
A Decadent Christmas Eve Dinner at Shore House
With dishes such as a decadent authentic roast turkey with mouthwatering sides, spend your tastiest Christmas Eve Dinner at Shore House. This scrumptious festive set menu, set against the glorious backdrop of the Arabian Gulf, invites friends and families for a gourmet evening of fine dining and festive cheer.
When: Christmas Eve 24 December 2023 from 6.30pm to 10:30pm
Offer: AED 250 per person
The Christmas Day Seafood Fiesta
For the ultimate seafood and grill dining experience at the beachfront Shore House Restaurant, the Christmas Seafood Fiesta will capture the essence of festive season with a family-styled brunch and a special visit from Santa Claus himself. Choose between dishes from land and sea with options that include a seafood platter, turkey with all the trimmings and spiced chocolate cake slice for dessert.
When: 25 December 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Offer: AED 300 soft beverages, AED 360 house beverages. AED 150 kids 6-12 years
The New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Shore House and The Beach Deck
Celebrate the last few hours of 2023 with an exceptional New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Shore House and The Beach Deck with an exclusive cocktail reception at The Beach Deck followed by a gala dinner buffet at Shore House with unmissable gourmet treats. Featuring lobster, caviar, oysters and a live cooking station, this wonderful al-fresco dining experience continues with live entertainment and fireworks to celebrate the start of 2024.
When: New Year’s Eve, 31st December 2023 from 7:30pm onwards
Offer: From AED 990 per person
Gingerbread Man Decorating
Don’t be a Grinch this Christmas! Get your little ones into the holiday spirit with the Gingerbread Man decorating session at the kids club, with many surprises awaiting for each participant.
When: 21 to 26 December 2023
Where: Kids Club, Shore House
Offer: AED 100 per child inclusive of snacks and soft beverages