DOTWNEWS SEPTEMBER 2020 ISSUE

September 2020

creative spirit

did someone say road trip?

Arts, crafts and the beauty of Bali beyond the beach

Quintessentially and Marriott International’s exclusive new adventure

line in the sand

The hotel planting roots in the Saudi desert

arabia

the best beach breaks, staycays and reasons to love this region

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Behind the doors of the world’s hottest properties EXCLUSIVE TIMEPIECES

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In the news 16 Europe

Living the suite life in Paris; A taste of Sicily on the French Riviera; Stimulate your senses in the heart of Umbria

18 Middle East & Africa Hooves and homebrews in the northern Serengeti; Banyan Tree plants roots in the Saudi Desert

20 Interview Discussing Radisson Hotel Group’s silvery linings and recovery plans with Area Senior VP for the MENA region, Tim Cordon

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22 Asia & Oceania Set sail on the River of Kings; Explore Vietnam’s untouched south-central coast; The height of luxury in the Seychelles

24 Americas Out of this world experiences; visit space with a clean conscience; Introducing the first luxury space hotels

26 Debut Hot hotels, chic boutiques and exclusive new resorts

28 Gourmet Review An evening of exceedingly good food and great stories served against an easygoing backdrop at The Artisan Il Ristorante

30 Gourmet News An Athenian summer; Taikun’s new look; lost at sea with Roberto’s; Ellora by Vikas Khanna;

32 Gourmet Review Celebrating Persia’s unique culinary history at Shabestan restaurant

34 Eating’s Treating The Radisson restaurant’s giving us food for thought

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32 Creative Spirit

We go beyond Bali’s beaches to discover a world rich in arts and culture

40 Escapes The dreamiest hotels around the world and the best offers to tempt you there

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hotels 52 Arabian Journeys

Short-haul itineraries for your next Arabian adventure

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62 Suite Dreams Culture, wildlife and wonder at Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa

64 No Adults Allowed The luxury travel intel all the cool kids are talking about, from LEGO adventures to cool kids’ pool days out and an amazing new auto-exhibition for future Ferrari lovers

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Jewellery gets in touch with Nature’s song, in pieces that draw on the great outdoors

70 Watches The seasonal transition inspires delicate pieces in purples, lilacs and silver

72 In The Driving Seat A partnership between Quintessentially and Marriott International’s luxury brands results in one-of-a-kind adventures around the world

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Letter from the Editor

September 2020, Issue 167 Publisher: Anna Zhukov anna@dotwnews.com Editor-in-Chief: Emily Baxter-Priest emily@dotwnews.com Editor-at-Large: Joe Mortimer joe@dotwnews.com IT Executive & Web Developer: Shyam Sundar Nalluri shyam@wnnlimited.com Sales Director: Matthew McQueen matthew.mcqueen@dotwnews.com Sales Manager: Aysha Chapti aysha@dotwnews.com Circulation department: circulate@dotwnews.com Finance department: accounts@wnnlimited.com Contributors: Sarah Freeman, Kris Karacinski

I’ve been lucky enough to call Dubai home for 13 years now, and despite many a weekend away exploring intriguing corners of the Emirates – from hiking in Hatta to kayaking through the mangroves to seeking seclusion at Qasr Al Sarab in the Empty Quarter – I know that I’ve barely scratched the surface of what the beautiful United Arab Emirates has to offer. With many still shying away from longhaul holidays in lieu of weekends away closer to home, this issue we bring you some of our favourite staycations from across the UAE, hopefully helping you to find your perfect destination without the need to pack your passport. The best bit is, we can support local businesses as we go about our mini-breaks, which gives a getaway a sense of goodness, too.

Travel means different things to different people, determined by a multitude of factors: time, value, purpose, destination… Now, more than ever, people are re-evaluating why they need to go, where, and with whom. One such traveller is Sarah Freeman, a journalist with umpteen globetrotting adventures under belt. For this issue, she ventures to Bali for an enlightening holiday centred around Balinese arts and culture. Dive in on page 38 for an absorbing account of Asian traditions, rituals and the reward one can reap from truly immersing themselves in their surrounds.

I too immerse myself in culture with a weekend away at Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa. Steeped in Arabian heritage and blanketed in both tranquillity and nature, it offers an agrarian adventure like no other. Surrounded by undulating sand dunes and roaming Arabian Oryx, it proves that with an escape punctuated with as much serenity and singularity as this, why the need to go anywhere else?

Until next month, may your travels be rich, wide and wonderful wherever they take you...

Emily Baxter-Priest Editor-in-Chief

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News middle east & africa

Hooves and homebrew in the northern Serengeti

Twice a year, the Mara River becomes the scene of the greatest wildlife movement on earth, as millions of wildebeest, zebra and other mammals cross the waterway in search of better grazing. Moving from the northern Serengeti in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara in Kenya, this Great Migration is a perpetual journey of life and death and one of the most thrilling natural spectacles for intrepid travellers.

Less than a kilometre from the southern bank of the Mara, Asilia Africa’s Sayari Camp has reopened just in time for the start of the northward crossing, following a complete rebuild from the ground up. Overseen by Cape Town-based designer and long-term Asilia

collaborator Caline Williams-Wynn, the camp’s new look was inspired by the colourful culture of the northern Serengeti’s indigenous Kuria people, who are depicted throughout in original prints by South African fine art photographer Graham Springer. Traditional Kuria instruments are on display in the main building, where a music station gives guests the chance to listen to songs recorded in the villages around the Serengeti.

Fifteen spacious tents pay tribute to nearby Turner Hill in their design, with flat tops rising above canvas roofs and spacious outdoor decks that wrap around the tents, affording front row seats from which to observe the wildlife that

moves freely through the camp.

A conservation and community-focused safari brand with 19 properties in Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar, Asilia Africa has been carbon neutral since 2009 and continues to come up with new ways to reduce its carbon footprint. Perhaps the most innovative to date is the installation at Sayari of a solarpowered micro-brewery, which produces four homemade brews as well as purified sparkling water on site, reducing the need to import cans and plastic bottles to the camp. Prices start from US $815 per person per night. www.asiliaafrica.com

Banyan Tree plants roots in the Saudi desert The ancient trade routes that once snaked across the Arabian Peninsula converged at important crossroads; waypoints on the arduous journey north to Egypt and the Levant. AlUla was one such place, a vibrant oasis town in the northern part of modern-day Saudi Arabia, where caravans stopped to rest and mighty tombs were built in honour of the ancient rulers of Lihyan and the Nabataean Kingdom.

Today, AlUla is going through something of a rebirth, as luxury hotel companies converge on the sublime desert scenery with plans to create remote hideaways and provide a base from which to explore the

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extraordinary landscape and well-preserve historic monuments.

Banyan Tree is the latest brand to set its sights on the area, following an agreement to take over and expand the existing Ashar Resort, where low-profile tented villas blend into the landscape. Following a major expansion, the resort will grow to 82 private villas, as well as a luxury spa and several new restaurants, all set within the majestic natural scenery of the Ashar Valley, 15 kilometres from Hegra, the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Saudi Arabia, where some 150 tombs pepper the sandstone cliffs. www.accor.com

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Life’s a beach at Four Seasons Alexandria The Lighthouse of Alexandria was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, a 100-metre tall monolith that towered over the city and brought visitors from all over the world. Today, Egyptian architects are committed to more down to earth but no less impressive structures, with none more elegant than the new Beach Villas at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano. Strung out along the Mediterranean coast, the one-, two- and three-bedroom villas each feature their own private pool and sun terrace, plus indoor and outdoor living and dining areas and a fully equipped kitchen. Inside, the blue, gold and white interiors create a sense of calm and tranquillity in the bright and airy villas, accentuated by contemporary artworks inspired by the sea. Beach Villa guests can access a full complement of perks, such as an in-villa barbeque prepared by the resort’s executive chef, private one-on-one sessions with personal trainers or fishing lessons guided by a local expert. www.fourseasons.com

Experience the UAE desert with The Luxury Collection

Locals say that to discover the true character of Abu Dhabi, visitors must experience the vast expanse of its interior, where endless deserts, enormous salt flats and fertile wetlands support a huge variety of bird and wildlife and the Bedouin culture that shaped the formation of the emirate.

Situated on the edge of the desert 30 minutes from Downtown Abu Dhabi, Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi, is perfectly positioned for guests to explore the natural landscapes and Bedouin history of the UAE capital. Here, 103 rooms and villas showcase traditional mashrabiya architecture, Arabesque design and Bedouin style furnishings, in an understated palette of neutral colours evoking the spirit of the desert.

Guests can explore independently or on guided tours, uncovering

natural wonders such as the Al Wathba Wetlands, home to 4,000 greater flamingos, the mighty sabkhas (salt flats) or the surreal landscape of Fossil Dunes, where wind-sculpted sandstone rock formations rise from the desert; or learn about camel racing and falconry from local experts.

Back at the resort, Al Wathba Spa provides the ultimate tonic after days spent exploring, with a programme of immersive healing rituals and relaxing body treatments and the chance to unwind in a traditional Turkish hammam, healing crystal salt sauna or the IceLab Cryo experience.

Formerly part of Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, Al Wathba is the first member of The Luxury Collection in the UAE capital, joining Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai as the brand’s second desert resort in the UAE. www.the-luxury-collection.marriott.com

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Debut September Hot hotels, chic boutiques and exclusive new resorts here’s our pick of the world’s most luxurious new launches

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL TOKYO AT OTEMACHI

Tokyo, Japan

Perfectly capturing the fusion of tradition and modernity that makes Japan unique, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi is a jaw-dropping design haven set atop the gleaming 39-storey Otemachi One Tower, with spectacular views across the Imperial Palace Gardens and the Tokyo skyline. Imagined by Denniston principal designer JeanMichel Gathy, guestrooms are finished in hues of bronze and dark blue with distinct Japanese touches, with original artworks by homegrown Tokyo talent Namiko Kitaura.

At the 39th-floor reception, guests are greeted by a trio of boulders in a shallow pond, providing a foreground to the urban landscape of downtown Tokyo and the Imperial Palace below, revealed through a wall of windows. Dining takes a French turn at Est, where Michelin-starred chef Guillaume Bracaval presents degustation menus blending seasonal Japanese ingredients with contemporary French cuisine; and VIRTÙ, where head barman Joshua Perez blends classic Parisian libations with distinctly Japanese flavours. Italy’s tradition of aperitivo can be observed at rooftop restaurant and terrazza Pigneto and there’s sky-high afternoon tea and delicate sweets, pastries and desserts from Yusuke Aoki at The Lounge. www.fourseasons.com

ONE&ONLY DESARU COAST

Johur, Malaysia

Award-winning Kerry Hill Architects has taken resort design to the next level at One&Only Desaru Coast, an ultra-luxury escape on Malaysia’s pristine southeastern tip. Surrounded by lush rainforest on one side and the waters of the South China Sea on the other, this low-impact, minimal style hideaway is home to 42 Junior Suites with private plunge pools, two spacious Grand Suites and the superlative Villa One, a 1,500-sqm four-bedroom villa with its own private spa and a 27-metre swimming pool. Health and wellness are front and centre at One&Only Spa

by Chenot – the first created in partnership with the French preventative medical specialist – which offers holistic programmes that extend into every element of your stay, from fitness schedules and tailored nutritional menus to targeted spa treatments and bespoke stress-relieving activities. Fingers and toes are taken care of at Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by Bastien Gonzalez and active guests can tap into local energy and culture with a lesson in Silta Melayu (traditional martial arts) or a round on the nearby Els Club and its championship golf courses. www.oneandonlyresorts.com

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RADISSON BLU RESORT MALDIVES

Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives

Surrounded by the cyan waters of Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, 30 minutes from Malé by scenic seaplane, Radisson Blu Resort Maldives is a private island paradise designed with the whole family in mind. Nestled on the idyllic Huruelhi Island, the resort is home to 128 beachfront and overwater villas including 98 spectacular overwater villas that are perfect sized for couples looking for an intimate escape. Two- or three-bedroom Family Beach Villas and Family Beach Suites with private infinity pools and spacious outdoor decks are ideal if you plan to bring the kids along or travel with friends, and the magnificent Presidential Water Villa boasts a private gym and couple’s massage room looking out across the ocean, in addition to two sprawling levels of indoor-outdoor space. While grownups indulge in the Blu Spa or explore the teeming waters of the surrounding reef, junior jetsetters are taken care of at Kohko kids club. With seven restaurants, bars and lounges offering a range of dining experiences including Nikkei and Pan-Asian cuisine, fresh seafood and innovative wine and cocktail-pairing menus, Radisson Blu Resort Maldives is the ultimate family escape. www.radisson.com

MONDRIAN SEOUL ITAEWON

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul’s quirky blend of tech innovation, contemporary design and K-Pop culture makes it a perfect spot for the latest member of the Mondrian family, a collection of hotels infused with a unique sense of identity inspired by myths and legends. Breathing new life into the former Capital Hotel, which was originally built to accommodate international visitors during the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics, Mondrian Seoul Itaewon is a heady fusion of whimsical art, striking design and original architectural elements that come together to create a unique experience in Seoul’s happening Itaewon district. Guests are greeted by an art installation by South Korean artist Kwangho Lee and a Sculptural Forest of colourful plants and hanging LED lights in the lobby, where a six-metre high LED wall displays constantly evolving digital art.

On the roof, the old machinery room has been converted into rooftop bar Privilege, adjacent to the outdoor pool and poolside bar, Altitude, affording spectacular views of Namsan Mountain and Yongsan Park. Two additional bars, Rumpus Room and Blind, will lure locals and guests alike, while an indoor pool and health club offer respite from the bustling city. While the public spaces are bold and lively, adorned with original works by 10 local artists, the 296 guestrooms offer a more simplistic, pared back aesthetic, just the tonic one needs after exploring the vibrant streets of Seoul. www.sbe.com

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spirit Beyond Bali’s beaches lies a rich culture of arts and crafts, steeped in ritual and tradition Sarah Freeman discovers

hotels escapes

peace & paradise Few places will help eke out the stresses and strains of the past few months than a little mini-break to the Maldives, and specifically to Adaaran Prestige Vadoo in the South Atoll. Choose from one of 50 water villas, categorised into Sunrise, Sunset and Honeymoon, and know that you’re experiencing the ultimate in island getaways. Let your butler know your deepest wishes, and expect bar exceptional service in return. The resort’s barefoot luxury, so synonymous with the Maldives, will help strip life back to the bare essentials, where you need little more than a book, a hammock, perhaps a sundowner or two, and the ocean breeze. The Mandara Spa, with its Elemis results-driven treatments, promises to be your partner in crime this holiday, purifying mind, body and soul. Book and stay within 45 days and you can sneak 25 per cent off as a last minute special rate. www.adaaran.com

Escapes september

As we tentatively make plans to travel, there are some stunning properties that promise to take care of your health, safety and sense of adventure.

From road trips through Italy to alpine escapades in St. Moritz, the world has so much to offer

We might not be throwing caution to the wind with our travel plans just yet, but as these incredible offers show, meticulous planning and well-orchestrated trips can lead to some pretty magical adventures and memories too. Enjoy...

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just park it As London views go, not many will rival those from the newly-refurbished one-bedroom Hyde Park Suite on the ninth floor of Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. In celebration of the hotel’s 50th anniversary, and designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, the 103sqm Hyde Park Suite features a luxurious marbled master bathroom replete with free-standing bath that begs to sunk into after sunset. The suite also boasts the unique Glass Lounge (pictured left) - a secluded relaxation area with floor-to-ceiling windows casting views over the capital’s bucolic landscape beyond. With an open-plan living and dining area which creates a contemporary residential feel and offers the perfect setting socially-distanced entertaining or relaxing. Take advantage of the hotel’s Stay Longer offer, and stay four nights yet pay for only three, and give yourself more time to enjoy that bath, oh, and discover London, of course. www.fourseasons.com

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get me to the greek Definitely one to sneak in before the winter, Lindos Imperial Resort & Spa is a majestic, family-friendly property on the idyllic and unspoilt Kiotari Beach, on the southeastern coast of Rhodes Island. The sprawling resort lays claim to four freshwater swimming pools, two children’s pools and a huge activity pool with six waterslides, speaking to the big kid in all of us. Its beachside location on the soft pebble-flanked Aegean Sea, invites both seaside and poolside lounging, as well as a full roster of water sports, such as jet-skiing and kitesurfing. The resort is heavy on the family-comesfirst ethos, meaning little travellers take precedence. But with the resort’s amazing Mini and Teens Club available, it frees you up for beachfront yoga, tennis, horse-riding, cookery classes, or a ‘jeep safari’ around Rhodes. After a day of exploring, put your feet up at Evridiki Spa – you’ll be grateful you did. For an early bird deal, book before December 31, for a stay between April 24 and October 31, 2021, and save 20 per cent off your booking. www.lindos-imperial.gr

escape back to nature Do things a little differently this autumn courtesy of The Kiroro resort – a pristine gem in the heart of Hokkaido, Japan’s second largest island. Typically a ski resort and self proclaimed ‘five star by nature’, the region is just as good before the snow starts to fall, when the Yoichi mountain peaks are blanketed in greenery and fresh air, stunning environs and customised wellness experiences await. One particular offer stands out this autumn, which is the Otaru Cruise package. Centred around a day cruise through the Otaru and Yoichi sea, it’s rich with seascape and romance, canapes

and cocktails. It includes overnight accommodation and transport to and from Otaru Port. Once back on dry land at The Kiroro, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, guests can clink glasses at the OcciGabi Winemaker’s Dinner on October 24, where winemaker Kichiro Ochi will join Kiroro’s Exec Sous Chef, Joshua Seeds, and Japanese chef Takanashi, to serve up a ‘Farm to Plate’ tasting menu featuring Japanese delicacies alongside OcciGabi wines. We have a feeling you’ll roll into bed after your night of food and frivolity, so make sure it’s in the sleek and chic Mountain Suite, with sprawling views worth waking up for. www.marriott.com

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70 lunar landing 51 years ago, the astronauts of Apollo 11 were taking the first ever human footsteps onto the moon, wearing OMEGA Speedmaster watches, with the now-famous Calibre 21. To pay tribute, this year OMEGA recreated the Calibre 321 in its 2nd generation – the Speedmaster Moonwatch 321 Stainless Steel – which is now ready and available to wear on earth.

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Messika’s Sand Dune collection inspires an edit of pieces in golds and greens – a desert oasis if you will Purple rain: watches commanding attention in lilacs, silvers and elegant blues Quintessentially joins forces with Marriott Luxury for a truly exceptional road trip with a difference

rain dance Delicious blue hues feature heavily in Boucheron’s new Contemplation collection, such as these Bleu Infini earrings inspired by a raindrop.

Get lost in a sea of elegance, with jewels that ripple in hues from azure to aquamarine

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in the driving seat An epic partnership between two of the luxury travel and hospitality industry’s powerhouses results in one-of-a-kind adventures around the world There may never have been a greater meeting of minds than the collaboration between Quintessentially and Marriott International’s luxury brands. The partnership unveils a collection of one-of-a-kind exclusive adventures, that combine the expertise of Quintessentially, the world’s leading luxury concierge service, with the stunning portfolio of Marriott’s luxury brands that includes St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, The Ritz-Carlton and EDITION. The road-trips are available to book now and run until the end of October, giving guests access to various itineraries and immersive experiences, with trips across Europe and the US focusing around the Californian coastline, the Rockies, the gastronomy of the Basque Region in Spain or, our favourite, a drive Cristallo, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa

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from The Dolomites to Lake Geneva. The latter trip takes in the beauty of Italy, Austria and Switzerland in the comfort of a Mercedes A-class during an epic six-night adventure. It begins with a hike through the alpine charm of Cortina, and a stay at Cristallo, Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, in Cortina d'Ampezzo; then on to Salzburg for a tour of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s residence and two nights at Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel; ending with a private boat tour of Lake Geneva, a special visit to the Patek Philippe watch museum and a stay at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix in Geneva. The trips start at €9,000 Euro for two guests and promise to be the most unique driving holiday you’ve ever had. www.quintessentially.com/marriott-experiences

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