HADAG MAGAZINE - ISSUE 16

The New Year Racing Into

Greetings all , and welcome to our New Year Edition of Hadag . As we move into 2018, we look back at an amazingly successful year for us, as we’ve taken the magazine regional across the GCC, and visited several of the Gulf’s countries along the way.

Most recently, we attended the Etihad Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix, at Yas Marina Circuit. If there’s one thing that makes a Formula One GP even better, it’s a GP with a spectacular backdrop of mega yachts to lend a sense of occasion to it all. One of the sport’s most prestigious races, Monaco, knows this only too well, and Abu Dhabi is now firmly established as a highlight of the Championship season. In honour of the event, we have a spread of fantastic images, we have details about the launch of two Riva yachts that took place at the race in our News Opener, and we have an infographic of unbelievable facts and figures from the race weekend. We also have an exclusive interview with Williams F1 driver Valtteri Bottas, courtesy of Oris watches. In the spirit of competition, we also feature a profile of the sport of powerboat racing in the UAE, which has been one of the country’s most popular motorsports for three decades now, and includes the UIM F1 H20 World Championship. However, I’ve saved the best for last. As you will have already seen from the cover, this issue we feature the awesome photoshoot from our visit to UAE yacht builder Gulf Craft, in Umm Al Quwain, with the mighty Lamborghini Huracan. As one of the world’s top ten yacht builders, we were honoured to be able to conduct the shoot with the flagship of their fleet, the stunning Majesty 155. We like to end the year on a high note, and this looks to be our best issue so far, so we hope you enjoy it. It’s been quite a ride, and we’re looking forward to even greater things in 2018, and I wish the same to you all!

FOR YOUR YACHT THE PERFECT HOME

Al Mouj Marina is a premier marina facility and flagship yachting and sailing destination in Oman. Whether you are looking for a temporary home for your yacht or looking to stay for a whole season, Al Mouj Marina has a range of transient berths suitable for yachts and super yachts.

Located in the heart of the community, at Al Mouj Muscat, the marina is situated close to over 70 retail and dining destinations, a local supermarket, laundry facilities, a wellness centre and medical facilities; providing you with all the amenities you need to explore the beauty of Oman, and the nearby Daymanyiat Island Nature Reserve.

For berthing enquiries or to find out more about our exclusive transient berthing offers, please contact Al Mouj Marina on +968 24534544 or at info@almoujmarina.com

22 Adventure Yacht

At the recent Fort Lauderdale ,International Boat Show

38 Fairline Yacht

Fairline Yachts has announced it is set to display an extended range of its latest boats at Boot Düsseldorf 2018, the world’s largest indoor boat show hosted annually in Germany.

44 Ferrari 812 Superfast

The first and most difficult challenge Ferrari always faces when it decides to develop a new model is to push the boundaries of its own achievements yet

60 Berluti

Just in time for the holidays, Berluti presents its renowned gift catalogue showcasing some of the house’s most stylish fashion pieces and leather accessories

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PROJECT 697: FEADSHIP

CLASSIC WITH A MODERN TWIST :697

REMINISCENT OF BEAUTIEs such as Feadship’s 1992 Aurora B., she marries a striking Midnight Blue hull with a sophisticated superstructure in Matterhorn White aluminium and exterior teak woodwork with stainless steel details.

The elegance of Project 697 is in her tasteful classic design. Signed by Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects, the yacht’s profile appears deceptively simple until you notice the delicate grace of her silhouette, the walkaround deckhouse, the curved gunwale of the sun deck forward and the cambered teak deck – all discreet characteristics underpinned by superlative craftsmanship.

The traditional design is enriched by the interior architect, who added several subtle contemporary touches such as large windows and bright spaces. Perhaps the most striking modern components on Project 697 are the grilles on the mast, the sides of the superstructure and the main deck forward: these are part and parcel of the underlying aluminium

structure. Perfectly clean, even and harmonious, and yet representative of avantgarde design, metalwork and paintwork, they epitomise the yacht’s resolute but unassuming elegance. They were also exceptionally difficult to build.

A similar element is the lacquered teak handrails in the gangways on both decks – not commonly seen on yachts for quite some time, this graceful nautical feature is staging a comeback. The outdoor seating areas on the main, bridge and sun deck are finished in teak, creating a traditional feel offset by the clean stainless steel and teak stairs connecting the decks. The sliding doors connecting the lounges with aft open spaces have been finished in lacquered teak on the exterior, while the other exterior doors mirror the white of the superstructure.

The sun deck contains a wealth of sun lounging space. The centralised mast – a rare sight nowadays – is modestly styled in keeping with the classical style. This required Feadship to incorporate a lot of clever engineering in order to fit the emergency generator and switchboard exhausts. The result is an ingenious technical Tetris puzzle within a stylish conical shape with integrated decorative grilles.

The interior echoes the exterior in its delicate nautical theme overlaid with contemporary details and stateof-the-art technology. It consists entirely of high-gloss dark European walnut panels, light oak parquet, white wooden ceilings and judiciously placed white panelling. The galley, which adjoins the owners’ stateroom and is designed with a clever central nook where the owners and their guests can spend time, is exceptionally spacious and well-appointed, featuring the same highgloss lacquered walnut finishing with exclusive stainless steel countertops – an outstanding example of a bespoke solution that reflects how time at sea will be enjoyed.

www.feadship.nl

عمجت يتلا مللاسلاو قطانملا هذه نيب ةحوتفملا ةيفلخلا تاحاسملاو جنولا لك نيب طبرت يتلا ةرارجلا باوبلأا باوبلأا نم اهريغ اميف ،ةيجراخلا ةهجلا نم نايدنسلا بشخ نمضتت ةيرسلا .بحر يسمشلا حطسلا .ةيساسلأا ةينبلا ضايب سكعت ةيجراخلا فلكتم ريغ

LÜRSSEN LAUNCHES PROJECT FIJI

LÜRSSEN has launched project Fiji in the traditional fashion: down the slipway! The contract was signed at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and her delivery is scheduled for 2019. Moran Yacht & Ship is representing the client and supervising the project.

Harrison Eidsgaard has given Fiji very harmonious proportions and with a length of 95m and a beam of 14m she boasts extraordinary volumes, accommodating all of the owner’s requirements whilst still maintaining sleek and very elegant lines.

The interior is designed by Studio Laura Sessa and can best be described as contemporary modern. Among the special features are a large beach club and spa area with a sea terrace on the lower deck.

On the upper deck aft are a walkable skylight and an integrated fireplace for cosy moments in the evening. The bow is laid out for a certified helicopter landing area. The sun deck aft offers a hidden crane in the bulwark to handle an aeroboat.

ART MARINE NO.1 RIVA YACHTS DEALER

ART MARINE has cemented its position as Middle East’s largest and most recognised 360° Regional Leisure Yachting Enterprise, with the recent award received from Ferretti Group as the No.1 Riva Exclusive Dealer in the world. The ‘Best Sales Performance 2017’ was assigned to the dealer that performed consistently throughout the nautical year of 2016/2017 and registered the highest volume of sales based on value.

ART MARINE excelled this year in sales of the Riva yachts, of which it is Exclusive Dealer across the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi) Oman, Qatar and Egypt since 2013, with a total value of just under Dhs207m. The Dubai International Boat Show, which celebrated its 25th anniversary earlier this year, proved once again how important the luxury yacht market is to the region with a number of sales secured by ART MARINE at this year’s show.

Speaking about the Award, CEO of ART MARINE, Gregor Stinner, said: “Our partnership with the Ferretti Group continues to bear fruit for us across the region. The synergies between our two entities are compelling and coupled with our passion for Riva, as well as the other Ferretti Group brands, have played a huge part in us winning the Best Sales Performance 2017,” he continued. “We will continue to work with dedication, transparency and excellent communication between the Ferretti Group management and the shipyard to ensure we continue the Riva success story in the Middle East.”

ART Marine not only offers new and pre-owned yacht sales, but also after sales service, yacht valet, yacht management, marina management and a marine products division that carries the regional distribution of brands such as William Tenders to name a few.

www.artmarinemarinas.com

ADVENTURE YACHTING

At the recent Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, yacht giant Amels and Damen showcased a range of vessels that are beautifully blending the world of luxury yachts with the need for adventure. Hadag explores…

or those who attended the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the AMELS and DAMEN team gave a double dose of the 55-metre DAMEN Yacht Support Adventure configuration (181ft) taking the style of yachting for exploration into a whole new realm of luxury.

At the AMELS and DAMEN stand, visitors took a closer look at the top quality luxury yachts in the renowned 55 to 83-metre AMELS Limited Editions range (180 to 272ft).

The stand also featured a spectacular scale model of the 111-metre AMELS Full Custom concept (366ft) with an exterior by H2 Yacht Design.

In addition to the stand, AMELS and DAMEN showcased two 55-metre DAMEN Yacht Support vessels: AXIS (ex-FAST & FURIOUS) and NEW FRONTIERS.

AXIS and NEW FRONTIERS are both great examples of the exciting new adventure yachting trend taking owners into new territory. Owners use these DAMEN Yacht Support vessels for not only the established superyacht support functions, but also for all sorts of standalone adventures, including a weekend away from the mother yacht, sport fishing in the Bahamas; action-packed dive and submersible excursions in Southeast Asia; or the luxury of being in two places at once connected by helicopter.

NEW FRONTIERS, currently en route across the Atlantic after her debut at the Monaco Yacht Show, occupies the floating docks’ prime position – Superyacht Life Slip 1. This DAMEN Yacht Support vessel has dedicated owner and guest accommodation, a 30 square-metre Main Deck panoramic lounge (323 square feet), plus a host of yachting enhancements. On aft deck a Triton submersible and a helicopter will be on display.

DAMEN-built AXIS is berthed at the show’s Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina location, accessed with a private tender service. AXIS is not only a support vessel for the owner’s superyacht – carrying tenders, a submersible and a sea plane – but also caters to guests with a huge party deck, outdoor grill and accommodation for up to nine guests.

DAMEN SeaXplorer is also present at the AMELS and DAMEN stand, including the new SeaXplorer 55 – the latest development in the 55 to 100-metre luxury expedition yacht range (181 to 328 ft).

Since 1991, the AMELS yard in the Netherlands has been part of the Dutch family-

يف ديصلا تلاحر ،ملأا تخيلا نع اًديعب نينثا وأ موي

نشكلأاب ةئيلملا سطغلا تارماغم ؛ساماهابلا

دجاوتلا ىلع ةردقلا د رجم

FAIRLINE YACHTS: BOOT DÜSSELDORF 2018

Fairline Yachts has announced it is set to display an extended range of its latest boats at Boot Düsseldorf 2018, the world’s largest indoor boat show hosted annually in Germany.

he first Alberto Mancini-designed Fairline, the award-winning Targa 63 GTO, which launched at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September 2017, will take centre stage at the show alongside Fairline’s Targa 48 GT, Targa 48 Open and Squadron 53.

The Targa 63 GTO has been nominated for the European Powerboat of the Year Award 2018 in the over 45ft category, the winner of which is announced at the Flagship Gala event held on the opening evening of Boot Düsseldorf.

As well as the impressive boats on show, Boot Düsseldorf will also see the return of Fairline’s immersive Virtual Reality (VR) experience. Following the announcement of Fairline’s plans for its brand new Squadron 64, visitors to the Fairline stand in Düsseldorf will have the unique opportunity to explore the second Alberto Mancinidesigned model before its launch at Cannes Yachting Festival in September 2018.

The hugely successful partnership between the Italian designer and British boatyard has created an instantly recognisable sleek hull shape with effortless styling and large interior spaces that flow seamlessly. The Squadron 64 builds upon the same innovative, versatile, light, bright and achingly stylish feel of Targa 63 GTO. The luxurious social cruiser will add another dimension to Fairline’s established Squadron range, designed in line with the brand’s ethos that nothing should get in the

ىلإ ةفاضلإابو ةمدقملا ةيلايخلا يضارتفلاا عقاولا ةبرجت ةدوع فرودلساد ةقلعتملا ةكرشلا ططخ نع نلاعلإا دعبو .نيلاريف

FERRARI 812

SUPERFAST

The first and most difficult challenge Ferrari always faces when it decides to develop a new model is to push the boundaries of its own achievements yet again. This challenge is made all the tougher when the task at hand involves designing a new 12-cylinder engine, the power unit that hailed the start of the glorious Prancing Horse story 70 years ago in 1947.

ON THIS OCCASION, intensive research and development focused on exploiting Ferrari’s wealth of track-derived engineering know-how has produced a unique model designed to offer its drivers both benchmark performance across the board and the most riveting and rewarding driving experience possible. Whilst, of course, also guaranteeing the superb comfort on longer trips that is the signature of a genuine Grand Tourer berlinetta. Ferrari’s past is studded with just such cars, a long and illustrious list of exceptional models that have gone down in automotive history.

The obsessive pursuit of the most seamless melding possible of state-of-the-art running gear with a harmonious yet edgy design from the ever-inventive Ferrari Styling Centre, has produced a near-perfect aerodynamic package.

The 812 Superfast’s exceptionally futuristic, finelyhoned lines also, however, clothe Prancing Horse power at its rawest, as an entirely new 12-cylinder engine of unprecedented efficiency and might was designed for the car.

That engine’s output has been boosted by 60 cv compared to the F12berlinetta, so that it unleashes a massive 800 CV, making the 812 Superfast the most powerful and fastest road-going Ferrari ever built (with the exception, of course, of the mid-rear-engined, special limited-series 12-cylinders). The 812 Superfast thus ushers in a new era in Ferrari 12-cylinder history, in doing so, building on the invaluable legacies of the F12berlinetta and F12tdf.

To make full use of that huge power and to guarantee perfect weight distribution, the car exploits a highly evolved transaxle architecture that couples a frontmounted engine with a rear-mounted transmission.

The 812 Superfast is equipped with leading-edge vehicle dynamics control systems and components. It is striking for both its highly innovative design and aero package, as well as its unparalleled handling. It is also the first Ferrari to sport EPS (Electric Power Steering).

يتلا ةليوطلا تلاحرلا يف ةلئاهلا ةحارلا حنم ىلع هنيع GT ةيضايرلا ةحايسلل اتينيلرب ةئف نمض جردنت ةرايس يأ اهب تازارطلا ةمئاق لوطت ذإ ،تارايسلا هذه لثمب يراريف خيرات رخزيو .تارايسلا ةعانص خيرات يف اهتمصب تكرت يلا ةرهابلا

زكرم هدهش يذلا مومحملاو رمتسملا يعسلا رمثأ دقو جمد ىلإ فدهي Ferrari Styling ميمصتلل ”غنيلياتس يراريف“ مغانتملا ميمصتلاو روطتملا عفدلا ةعومجم نيب اًدج سلس ةلهذم ةيبايسنا تازيهجت ةعومجم ىلع لوصحلا ىلإ يدايرلاو .لامكلا ىلع فراشت اهنأك ةلوقصملاو ةعئارلا ”تسافربوس 812“ ةرايس طوطخ نأ لاإ ةرادهلا يراريف توربج اهبلق يف يفخت لبقتسملا نم انيتأت نم فلؤم اًيلك ديدج كرحم

Simply put, the 812 Superfast is the new benchmark for mid-front-engined sports cars. And at its heart is the new 12-cylinder which has forged its character.

Like all cars with Prancing Horse DNA, this new berlinetta delivers exhilarating feedback both on road and track, but equally promises exceptionally fluid handling and ride comfort that drivers will appreciate on longer journeys.

The 812 Superfast, in fact, is aimed at clients that demand the most powerful and exclusive Ferrari in the range. They want a blisteringly high-performance car, but refuse to compromise on the kind of versatility that will allow them to thoroughly appreciate driving it as a 360-degree experience.

Engine and transmission

The challenge Ferrari tackled with the 812 Superfast was to design the most powerful road-going engine in the marque’s history (800 cv, 123 cv/l) whilst contemporaneously cutting fuel consumption and emissions, and, naturally, retaining the inimitable Ferrari 12-cylinder soundtrack.

At the development stage, the engineers set themselves the goal of exceeding the specific power output of the F12berlinetta’s V12 which itself delivered class-topping performance. To do so, they decided to focus their efforts principally on optimising the intake system and combustion efficiency to fully exploit the increase in the engine’s displacement from 6.2 to 6.5 litres. These aspects increased the maximum amount of air that could be drawn into the engine (and thus its power output) thereby boosting its

هذه بلق يفو .ةيطسو ةيمامأ ةيعضوب كرحم تاذ 12 نم فلؤملا ديدجلا كرحملا ضبني ،ةزيمملا ةرايسلا .اهرهوج لكشي يذلا ةناوطسا ناصحلا رهوجب ىلحتت يتلا تارايسلا عيمج رارغ ىلعو قئاسلا هذه ةديدجلا اتينيلريب ةرايس يطعت ،حماجلا دح ىلع قابسلا

efficiency.

The development process resulted in a maximum power output of 800 cv at 8,500 rpm, a new benchmark for the Ferrari range, in addition to a specific power output of 123 cv/l, a completely unprecedented figure for an engine front-mounted in a production car.

The torque curve illustrates this impressive improvement on the F12berlinetta in terms of acceleration and instantaneous power, particularly at high revs. The engine’s power is underscored by a full, rich exhaust sound that exploits the acoustic clout delivered by its increased displacement.

These performance levels were achieved in part by optimising the engine design and in part by introducing innovations, such as the use of a 350 bar direct injection system for the very first time on a spark-ignition engine, and the control system for the variable geometry inlet tracts, developed on naturally-aspirated F1 engines, which is a further evolution on its application on the special limited-series F12tdf.

These systems allow the increase in displacement from 6.2 to 6.5 litres to be exploited to maximise power output whilst retaining excellent pick-up even at low revs.

The high pressure injection system also improves nebulisation of the injected fuel thus dramatically reducing the the amount of particulates emitted when the catalytic converter is warming up, ensuring the engine complies with all emissions regulations.

The engine’s maximum power-to-fuel consumption ratio has also been improved, attesting to the engine’s exceptional efficiency in urban driving contexts. This was achieved in part as a result of Stop&Start On the Move

strategies which cut and restart the engine while the car is moving.

Particular attention was also paid to calibrating the Manettino settings to enhance the engine’s potential and the sensation of extreme power delivered by the car. That said, the driver will always be able to easily and confidently dose the massive torque available with the accelerator pedal, thanks to smooth, progressive power delivery at all engine speeds.

The result of all these developments is a boost in maximum power output to 800 cv at 8,500 rpm (an impressive 60 cv more than the F12berlinetta) and maximum torque of 718 Nm @ 7,000 rpm - a completely unprecedented achievement for a naturally-aspirated Ferrari production engine.

A significant 80% of maximum torque is available at just 3,500 rpm, improving both flexibility and pick-up at lower revs. The shape of the power curve, which rises constantly all the way to the maximum revs of 8,500 rpm, and the rapidity with which engine speed increases, thanks to low inertia, give occupants the feeling of boundless power and acceleration. The latter sensation comes courtesy of the overall increase in maximum power output and the optimisation of the aforementioned power curve between 6,500 and 8,900 rpm, which maximises the average horse power exploitable for presson track driving when engine revs are kept consistently high.

The exhaust system geometry was evolved to increase and balance the sound from the engine compartment and tailpipes, with a 6-into-1 manifold. The aim being, of course, to enhance the car’s already extreme, sporty character. The resulting engine sound is strong and smooth inside the cabin in all driving conditions.

Transmission

The new 812 Superfast is fitted with Ferrari’s F1 dual-clutch transmission which has been further evolved to meet the car’s track driving performance targets and cope with the boost in maximum revs to 8,900 rpm. The gear ratios on all of the gears have been shortened by an average of 6% to exploit the extra performance and higher revs to the fullest as well as to improve the car’s acceleration without compromising pick-up in higher gears.

There was particular focus on calibrating the gear-shift strategy to enhance the car’s sportiness, further slashing response times and creating a feeling of massive power and speed both in terms of longitudinal acceleration and auditory perception of the rising rpms. In both up- and down-shifts, the transition time has been reduced by 30%. Combined with the shortened gear ratios, these modifications, mean that occupants will instantly feel the car’s powerful response to the throttle.

On the track, this sharpened response equates to more down-shifts in the same time interval, when the driver uses the multi-down function (keeping the steering wheel-mounted Down shift paddle depressed with the Manettino in Sport position).

THE GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE:

BERLUTI

Just in time for the holidays, Berluti presents its renowned gift catalogue showcasing some of the house’s most stylish fashion pieces and leather accessories. This festive season, Berluti unveils an exquisite range of holiday favourites designed for the contemporary gentleman. From tailored jackets, handcrafted leather accessories to dapper Venezia loafers, Berluti’s signature gifts exude sophistication and style.

Berluti was established in Paris in 1895 and has been built by four generations of shoemakers. In 2005 fine leather goods were introduced and, in 2011, a complete clothing collection. A unique bespoke service from head to toe is now available through Berluti’s workshops in rue Marbeuf and rue de Sèvres. Berluti now has over 45 stores worldwide

The Collection H

BOTTEGA VENETA SUNGLASSES

This eyewear collection balances timeless and innovative forms with functionality and lightness, once again revisiting the signature Intrecciato motif under the creative direction of Tomas Maier. For men, the Intrecciato Rim sunglasses counterpoint contrasting colours, textures and finishes, adding character and exclusivity. Made from premium and ultra-light aluminium, each pair is defined by the intrecciato motif engraved on the end tips, on the rims or on the bridge. The distinctive semi-spherical metal rivets are hand inserted with time-honoured expertise.

Valentino Uomo Noir Absolu traces an intense path with aromatic depth and sphinx-like presence. Composed by perfumer Sophie Labbé, the scent is a modern exploration of oriental intensity. The Italian elegance of Iris, the original Valentino signature, is transformed through the intimate richness of high perfumery. Translated through sandalwood, cinnamon, pepper, and a veil of incense, it is a mysterious and eloquent interpretation. Presented in an ebony bottle encased in glass studs – signifiers of defiant grace.

RADO DIA MASTER POWER RESERVE

Thanks to their high-tech ceramic construction, these timekeepers offer good looks, scratch resistance, lightweight and wearer comfort – a watch with both style and substance. For him, two automatic timepieces from the DiaMaster Power Reserve collection are available. The 43mm wristwatch is crafted in either polished black or plasma high-tech ceramic and features sunray detailing on the dial. The timepiece shines in either black or blue, with the power reserve indicator situated at 9 o’ clock. Engineered to last up to 80 hours between wears, this timekeeper is sure to please any gentleman with a flair for the mechanical.

Progressive aesthetic and looking to the future with the knowledge of tradition, Santoni’s FW17/18 collection defines a new urban grammar, faithful to highly artisanal DNA of the brand yet immersed in the urban setting. Shapes are bold, with geometric cuts and massive soles. The taste for precious materials and the painstaking attention to detail are the unifying element. The color palette is dense and masculine: black, brown, burgundy, deep blue with touches of caramel. Materials are precious: brushed calfskin, crocodile, patent leather, aged calfskin with glossy finishes. As far as must-have winter accessories go, this backpack will make sure that you standout from the fashion crowd.

THE HEART OF BANGKOK

When travelling to a city that is as bustling with life as the Thai capital Bangkok, it’s great to have a sanctuary to return to after an exciting day of exploring. Enter Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel and you’ll find just that; tranquility in the middle of energetic city living…

ON OUR RECENT TRIP to the one of the world’s most enigmatic capitals – Bangkok –Hadag was treated to a place of refined urban pleasures, right in the heart of the Thai city. At Anantara Siam Bangkok, you get the best of both worlds; a location that allows you to experience the best of this lively destination and a hotel that is pure indulgence and serenity to return to at the end of each day out.

Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel offers an elegant retreat. This is the place to experience the epitome of authentic luxury, traditional Thai architecture and glorious gardens. Enjoy renowned warm Thai hospitality, enhanced by personalised service and relish in peaceful surroundings in the midst of a bustling city, as well as convenient connections. World class leisure facilities and signature experiences invite you to curate your ideal stay. You can join the hotel’s gurus to experience Thailand’s cultural rituals, bespoke shopping trips with VIP treatment, and exploration of the real Bangkok. Refine the art of relaxation as you lounge by the pool - sunbathing with a cocktail in hand. Family-friendly amenities and services keep youngsters engaged and give parents a stress free stay. Culinary enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with a range of award-winning dining journeys.

When it comes to accommodation, the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel has plenty of variety. After a day of new discoveries or city business, come home to a sophisticated sanctuary and a luxurious choice of room that blends traditional Thai and contemporary décor. Rooms and suites are both spacious and elegant, refined by authentic Thai artifacts, teak furnishings and silk fabrics. Enjoy plush comforts and signature

luxuries, with views over tropical gardens, the pool, the hotel’s prestigious neighborhood or the private golf course of the Royal Bangkok Sports Club.

354 rooms and suites include everything from a Deluxe Room to a Premier Room, a Junior Suite, a Garden Terrace Room, Garden Terrace Suite, the One Bedroom Corner Suite, the Two Bedroom Jim Thompson Explorer Suite, and the Anantara Presidential Suite to name but a few of the choices.

Each guest room comes with a complimentary Handy smartphone. Stay connected with unlimited local calls, 4G data and international calls to 10 destinations. A digital city guide and hotel information means everything is at your fingertips. It also comes with pre-installed social media apps, maps, news and translation services. We can’t think of anything more convenient, clever and useful – and this Handy smartphone became our best friend during our visit. Packed with all the need-to-know info, having the phone as a companion means you can be independent in a city that can at times be overwhelming to navigate.

As always, a visit to the unforgettable Anantara Spa is highly recommended. After all, you’re in the land of massages and herbal healing here; traditional Thai architecture evokes a feeling of harmony with nature. Exotic aromas soothe the senses. Each lavish spa suite features a private Roman style tub and steam room for luxurious relaxation, while a range of heavenly massages

.يكلملا نم ،ةنكمملا تارايخلا لك نمضتت حانجو ةفرغ 354 ةفرغ ،تيوس روينوج ،رييمورب ىلإ سكلويدلا فرغلا ةفرغب تيوس رنروك ،ساريت ندراغ تيوس ،ساريت ندراغ حانج اًريخأو ،نيتفرغلا وذ تيوس نوسموت ميج ،ةدحو .رصحلا لا لاثملا ليبس ىلع يسائرلا اراتنانا ىقبإ .ينا ّ جم يكذ )يدناه( فتاهب ةزهجم ةفرغ لك اتاد 4S ،ةدودحم ريغ ةيلحم تلااصتا عم لاصتا ىلع ليلد .ةيملاع

can be indulged in by the pool and in the privacy of your room or suite.

Providing the perfect prelude to any treatment, aromatic baths are laced with warming oriental ginger or healing moor mud and include a private tea service, while the steam baths at the spa are filled with the remedial scents of Thai herbs or exotic flowers.

Melt into massages that use nourishing aromatic oil blends, warmed volcanic stones to rebalance energy, exotic Asian traditions and ancient Thai skills that have been passed down through the generations. Discover how two therapists working in rhythmic harmony create dual waves of pleasure, or benefit from specialist massages for detoxification, golfer’s stiffness and shopaholic tiredness.

Escape the limits of time with special spa packages that offer carefully crafted treatment journeys. Enjoy a wide range of salon services, for all your beauty needs. Both female and male guests are catered to. Dining options are also in abundance here with everything from Italian fine-dining to a Steakhouse, Japanese, international and, of course, Thai cuisines ready to be savoured. Considered amongst the best restaurants in Bangkok, these distinctive venues let you fulfil your gourmet wanderlust with unique culinary experiences that inspire the senses, giving each and every occasion a depth of originality, intrigue and excitement.

If you’re travelling in search of locally acclaimed cuisine, you’ll be delighted to hear that Spice

Market restaurant was voted the “Most Delicious Thai Restaurant in Bangkok” by the city’s residents. Designed to resemble an old Thai spice shop, the restaurant exudes Thai hospitality and charm, and offers a menu of fine Thai cuisine, with spices that can be tailored to individual tastes and well-informed staff who will happily make recommendations. Take a culinary tour of Thailand’s regional specialties. Enjoy the chef’s three unique highlights every Monday. Pair dishes that showcase Thailand’s famous four-flavour balance with an extensive selection of beverages and wines from around the world. If you’re interested in enhancing your culinary presentation skills, watch demonstrations in the intricate art of fruit and vegetable carving by the experts! The delicious Gaeng

Kiew Warn Nua Toon Gab Roti (Green Curry, Coconut Milk, Braised Australian Beef Cheek, served with Roti Bread) is an absolute must-try! This is a property that allows travellers to create a balance between immersing in Bangkok’s heady mix of timeless culture, world class shopping, eclectic flavours and pulsing nightlife, with the need for a home away from home feeling at their accommodation. You’ll enjoy the Anantara Siam Bangkok’s many hidden treasures, unexpected corners and quirky charms just as much as you’ll appreciate the city’s upbeat spirit and chance encounters.

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Superior Staycations

Indulge in our popular Friday Brunch and stay exquisite in one of our Superior Sea View rooms. Located at the vibrant heart of Abu Dhabi with a 200 metre stretch of pristine beach, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Nation Riviera Beach Club at the finest address in the city.

Inclusions:

• Overnight Stay in a Superior Sea View room

• Friday Brunch for Two at the Terrace on the Corniche

• Thursday Night Dinner or Saturday New York Breakfast

• 20% Off in hotel bar and lounges

• Late Check-Out until 6 pm