A new dimension in Oman tourism is promised with the autumn opening of the Coral Al Nahda Resort & Spa, located north of the capital Muscat at Al Barka.
Owned by the Al Bahja group of companies and managed by Coral International Hotels, Resorts & Spas, it is set in 30 acres of landscaped gardens and has been conceived as a centre to stimulate, revitalise and pamper both body and mind in an ambience of unstinting luxury, according to general manager, Julian Ayers.
"It is the first hotel in Oman that has been developed as a wellness resort, using the traditions of Ayurveda as well as modern disciplines and therapies to create a complete lifestyle experience for guests," he said.
"This type of integrated resort is unique in the region, and we expect a heavy demand from both regional and international tourist markets, as well as the incentive and small meetings sectors."
More than half of the hotel's 109 chalets are completed and construction has begun on the tennis courts, gym and fitness studio, while the pool and steam tunnel have been successfully tested and work is expected to start this month on the spa villas.
"It is a bit early to reveal everything but we promise a wellness retreat as fascinating as it is scenic. And, in keeping with its natural, tranquil setting, it is completely environmentally sensitive," said Ayers.
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About Coral International Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Coral International Hotels, Resorts & Spas operates four hotels in the UAE, with an additional two scheduled for launch later in this year including one in Oman. The hotel management group, which launched in September 2003, has a target of 25 properties within its first five years of operation. Already in discussion are projects in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Bahrain, Qatar and Oman.
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For more information, contact:
Hina Bakht
Director of Communication, Coral International
Tel: +971 4 2233448
Fax: +971 4 2277449
Email: h.bakht@coral-international.com
Website: www.coral-international.com
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