Dubai: – Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa and The Meydan Hotel were recently recognized by World Travel Awards™ during its 25th annual Awards, with two prestigious awards, where Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa named ‘Middle East’s Leading Desert Resort’ for the 7th consecutive year and The Meydan Hotel earned ‘Middle East’s Leading Sports Resort’ award for the 6th year in a row - marking an extraordinary milestone to both sister hotels.
Commenting on receiving both awards, Reuben Mifsud, Cluster General Manager, The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa said: “With the dedication and commitment of our hotel teams, the continuous planning and execution, we are able at The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa to win two prominent awards and maintain a premium position in the competitive hospitality sector.” Since inception in 2004, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is considered as one of Dubai’s authentic landmarks, offering Arabian extravagance hospitality with its impressive combination of luxury and genuineness. This resort offers the ultimate desert experience, whether with its extensive leisure activities, from desert drive, wild Oryx and gazelle observation, archery, desert spa and infinity pools to a wide range of exceptional restaurants and lounges offering desert dining experiences and live entertainment together with Arabian authentic rooms and suites.
Opened in 2010 and built around Meydan racecourse – home of one of the richest horse races in the world ‘Dubai World Cup’, The Meydan Hotel is considered as one of Dubai’s exclusive landmarks whether with its prestigious sports facilities including “pay & play” fully floodlit nine-hole The Track, Meydan Golf, iconic infinity pool overlooking Meydan Racecourse and Meydan Tennis Academy or with its extensive choice of seven restaurants and lounges together with lavish rooms and suites overlooking the outstanding race course or the iconic Burj Khalifa.
World Travel Awards™ was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all key sectors of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. Today, the World Travel Awards™ brand is recognized globally as the ultimate hallmark of industry excellence.
Photo Caption: Reuben Mifsud, Cluster General Manager, The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa (right), Jan Hollunder, Executive Assistant Manager, F&B, The Meydan Hotel (left) with Graham Cooke, President and Founder, World Travel Awards
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About The Meydan Hotel
Located only 12 minutes’ drive from the Dubai Mall and the iconic Burj Khalifa and 15 minutes’ drive from Dubai International Airport, the 5-star luxury ‘The Meydan Hotel’ is the perfect travel destination for families and couples. Overlooking the majestic Meydan Racecourse, this award-winning hotel offers spacious 284 rooms and suites from 62 m² to 352 m² with contemporary decor and Arabic touches. A choice of seven restaurants and lounges await the guests including ‘PRIME fine dining steakhouse, ‘Shiba’ Chinese and Japanese restaurant, international all-day dining “Farriers’, all-day relaxing ‘Millennium Lounge’, Qube Sports Bar, Shiba Bar and Equus Pool Bar. ‘The Meydan Hotel’ offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreational and sports facilities including “pay & play” fully floodlit nine-hole The Track, Golf course, exclusive behind-the-scene stable tours, four treatment rooms, outdoor rooftop temperature-controlled pool and a Tennis Academy. ‘The Meydan Hotel’ is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance and its Discovery loyalty program. For more information, please visit www.themeydanhotel.com #DiscoverMeydan
About Bab Al Shams Resort & Spa
Located 45-minute drive from the city of Dubai and from Dubai International Airport, the 5-star desert luxury ‘Bab Al Shams Resort & Spa’, suited in the heart of Dubai desert, is the perfect destination for families, couples or simply desert lovers. Overlooking the natural desert, this award-winning resort offers 115 rooms and suits range from 47 m² to 68.4 m² with authentic Arabic design and modern touches. A wide selection of restaurant and lounges complete the guest dining experience throughout the stay, from ‘Al Hadheerah Desert’ restaurant with live entertainment, Indian restaurant ’Masala’, traditional Italian cuisine at ‘La Dune’, an all-day dining international restaurant ‘Al Forsan to ‘Al Sarab’ Rooftop Lounge, ‘Ya Hala’ Lobby Lounge together with ‘Al Shurouq’ Rooftop Terrace and the Pool Bar. An extensive leisure and outdoor activities await the guests including two outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pools, open 4x4 desert drive, desert fat biking, archery, camel riding, falconry together with various sports games, from volleyball and croquet to table tennis and boules. With 4 treatment rooms and an indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, the award-winning ‘satori’ spa offers an urban oasis for spa goers to indulge and reenergize. Children between the age of 5 years – 12 years, will be entertained with fun activities with three different programs in the indoor “Aladdin’s Kids Club’. ‘Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa’ is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance and its Discovery loyalty program. For more information, please visit www.babalshams.com #DreamBabAlShams
About Global Hotel Alliance
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together more than 35 brands with over 500 hotels in 78 countries. GHA uses a shared technology platform to drive incremental revenues and create cost savings for its member brands. GHA’s award-winning loyalty programme, DISCOVERY, provides 11 million members exclusive opportunities to immerse themselves in local culture wherever they travel. For more information, visit www.gha.com
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