Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XXV

8 6 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Guests seeking a truly bespoke getaway and seclusion will create lasting memories at this unique retreat. The Royal Pavilion Villas comprise ten fully self-contained villas complete with private pool, outdoor rainforest showers, sunbathing cabana, terrace dining and lawned areas as well as the main pavilion. With their own restaurant, gym, lounge, spa and a terrace offering breathtaking views, they are the ideal venue for special occasions, whether an intimate celebration or marriage proposal, to luxury family getaways or small weddings where the entire villa collection can be hired for one group. Thoughtfully appointed, each villa features 47-inch flat-screen slim-line LCD screens in the bedroom and lounge areas, Bose Lifestyle Sound System in the lounge, Bose Bluetooth-capable iPod dock and alarm with bedside wireless volume and snooze control, bathroom amenities from world famous luxury brands such as Elemis and Shiffa, and a butler pantry. Every detail has been considered from the pre-arrival to the farewell. Each overnight stay includes culinary presentations for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including soft beverages. On arrival, guests are encouraged to meet with the chef to talk through their preferences, hear details about the market list items fresh for the day, and have a tailor-made culinary journey created exclusively for them. From the freshest Canadian lobster to Japanese wagyu beef to simple club sandwiches, whatever your culinary desires may be, the dish can be created for you by a team of highly skilled chefs at the resort. Evening drinks are also served daily at the your choice of either the Lounge or the Terrace, both offering spectacular views of the changing colours of the desert sands and the 180-metre-high sand dune opposite the Royal Pavilion Villas complex. With the twinkling lights of the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort emerging at dusk, the experience is nothing short of fairytale grandeur. All guests at the Royal Pavilion Villas by Qasr Al Sarab enjoy a standing and exclusive invitation to dine at any of the restaurants at the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort during their stay, and are able to partake in any of the resort’s activities. The Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is a scenic retreat located in an astounding, unique environment, encompassing authentic aspects of desert life and capturing the true heritage and culture of the region. Our stay was a special, unique experience we will never forget. http://qasralsarab.anantara.com