Tis the Season! As we embark on the festive holidays of 2018, we are excited to share some wonderful experiences and celebrations prepared specially for you to send ripples of joy across all our hearts. Here at Shangri-La Hotel and Traders Hotel, we get right into the Christmas spirit, with festive games for the kids as well as ensuring Santa takes time out of his busy schedule to visit our young diners. You can also find dining experiences to suit all tastes from a traditional Christmas buffet or brunch to an exquisite set menu at one of our specialty restaurants. If it is a New Year’s Eve celebration you are looking for, then look no further! Discover an array of delicious culinary masterpieces across all of our restaurants while being immersed in an incredible atmosphere of live performances and a fireworks extravaganza at midnight, this year is not one to be missed! But before flipping the page on 2018, we would like to wish all our guests and friends a prosperous and blessed year ahead and thank you for choosing to spend this joyful time of the year with your family and friends at the Shangri-La Hotel and Traders Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi.
Festive Tree-lighting Ceremony Jingle Bells! What a bright time, it is the right time to rock the night away‌ at Shangri-La Hotel and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi! Get into the festive spirit with us as we mark the start of the season with our annual Festive Tree Lighting Ceremony accompanied by traditional, cheerful carols that will fill your hearts with joy. Guests can also enjoy eggnog, cookies and juices during the ceremony! Special Festive goodies and hampers will also be available for purchase, so make sure to join us and spread the joy! EVENT Festive Tree Lighting Ceremony DATE 6 December 2018 LOCATION Lobby Lounge TIME 6:00 to 7:00 pm at Traders Hotel, 7:30 to 8:30 pm at Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Shangri-La Christmas at Home! Make your Christmas dinner at home this year a favourite with your friends and family with one of many of our takeaway options available for sale between 3 December 2018 until 7 January 2019 at the Lobby Lounge. Order a whole Christmas Turkey with Apple and Chestnut Stuffing, Whole Australia US Prime Ribeye with all the trimmings, or the wide selection of Christmas Treats such as Stollen, Panettone, Macarons, Cookies or English Fruit Cake. Are you looking for a gift for someone special? Enquire about our Christmas Hampers!
Polar Afternoon Tea Share a selection of exquisite treats with your friends and family at the Lobby Lounge from 3 December 2018 until 7 January 2019 with the Polar Afternoon Tea. EVENT Polar Afternoon Tea DATE 3 December 2018 until 7 January 2019 LOCATION Lobby Lounge (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 3:00 to 6:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED100 (food only)
Christmas
24 - 25 December 2018
Join us for the ever-popular Shangri-La Christmas experience on either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day as we bring you flavours from all around the world at our award-winning restaurants to commemorate the jolly season!
Jingle All the Way at Sofra! Indulge in a traditional Christmas feast featuring your favourite festive delicacies such as a Roast Turkey along with a wide variety of delicious, mouth-watering desserts set in the midst of an authentic dining souq-style restaurant. You can also enjoy the delicious buffet on our outdoor terrace at the Pool Bar! EVENT Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dinner DATE 24 - 25 December 2018 LOCATION Sofra BLD (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 6:30 to 11:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED260 (food only)
Christmas Delight with a Pan-Asian twist! As we sing jolly tunes of the joyful season, Hoi An prepares for us another delightful surprise with fresh, traditional ingredients and a spectacular four-course set menu! Enjoy the exquisite flavours of Vietnam cooked with innovative culinary techniques and presentations for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner. EVENT Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dinner DATE 24 - 25 December 2018 LOCATION Hoi An (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 6:30 to 11:30 pm PRICE Starting from AED310 (food only)
All I Want for Christmas is‌Shang Palace! Experience authentic Cantonese cuisine in our traditionally decorated, award-winning restaurant with a specially crafted five-course dinner set menu on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dinner! EVENT Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dinner DATE 24 - 25 December 2018 LOCATION Shang Palace (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 6:30 to 11:30 pm PRICE Starting from AED355 (food only)
Bord Eau - Vive le vent! There is no better way to wish each other “Joyeux Noël!” than with a deliciously crafted five-course menu at the capital’s “Favourite French Restaurant” two years running! Book your spot today for the perfect Christmas celebrations! EVENT Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dinner DATE 24 - 25 December 2018 LOCATION Bord Eau (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 6:30 to 11:30 pm PRICE Starting from AED450 (food only)
Afyä Beachside Barbecue - Christmas Edition! Take the festivities outside with our delicious, aromatic, mouth-watering beachside barbecue at Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. Get into the festive spirit and book today. EVENT Christmas Eve BBQ, Christmas Day Dinner DATE 24 - 25 December 2018 LOCATION Afyä (Ground Floor), Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 6:30 to 11:30 pm PRICE Christmas Eve BBQ starting from AED240 (food only), Christmas Day Dinner starting from AED140 (food only)
Christmas Day Brunch An absolute favourite for our Abu Dhabi residents, don’t miss out on the ultimate Christmas brunch options at our award-winning restaurants and book today! EVENT Christmas Day Polar Brunch DATE 25 December 2018 LOCATION Sofra BLD (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 1:00 to 4:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED345 (food only) EVENT Vietnamese 4-course set menu DATE 25 December 2018 LOCATION Hoi An (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 1:00 to 4:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED310 (food only) EVENT Christmas Day Dim Sum set menu DATE 25 December 2018 LOCATION Shang Palace (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 1:00 to 4:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED225 (food only)
EVENT French Christmas 5-course set menu DATE 25 December 2018 LOCATION Bord Eau (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME Brunch 1:00 to 4:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED450 (food only) EVENT Traders Christmas Day Brunch BBQ DATE 25 December 2018 LOCATION Afyä (Ground Floor), Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 1:00 to 4:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED240 (food only)
New Year’s Celebrations 31 December 2018 - 1 January 2019
Wonderland New Year’s Eve Celebration From DJ performances and a live band to exciting performers and dancers, Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi have you covered this New Year’s Eve with Wonderland! What’s more exciting? Discover an array of special dining options to suit your taste buds while experiencing the spectacular annual fireworks display at the stroke of midnight to celebrate the beginning of 2019! EVENT Wonderland New Year’s Eve Celebration DATE 31 December 2018 LOCATION Sofra BLD (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 7:00 pm till late PRICE Starting from AED730 (food only) New Year’s Eve Set Menu Dinners available at Hoi An and Shang Palace starting from AED480.
Wonderland Early Bird Offer! Book your Shangri-La New Year’s Eve experience prior to 14 December 2018 and receive AED200 off the food package per adult. Make the most of this limited offer and book now!
Lobby Lounge Experience New Year’s Eve perched high above the sprawling Wonderland below at the Lobby Lounge balcony. You can enjoy all performances and entertainment on balcony for a minimum spend of AED1,815. EVENT Grand Balcony NYE Experience DATE 31 December 2018 LOCATION Lobby Lounge (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 7:00 pm till late PRICE Minimum spend for table AED1,815
A New Year’s Celebration - The French Way Bonne Année! Start the year with a fascinating eight-course menu prepared by the Bord Eau team for an unforgettable evening that will transport you down the streets of France right here at Bord Eau. Following a spectacular meal at Bord Eau, guests can continue the festivities with our exceptional New Year’s Eve entertainment. EVENT Bonne Année DATE 31 December 2018 LOCATION Bord Eau (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 7:00 pm till late PRICE AED1,030 for eight-course Set Menu (food only)
ESS Lounge Already stuffed from Christmas yet want to join our New Year’s Eve celebrations? Book your spot at ESS Lounge today and enjoy a range of house beverages along with our Wonderland inspired show, musical performances and much more under the starry night of Abu Dhabi! EVENT New Year’s Eve Lounge DATE 31 December 2018 LOCATION ESS Lounge (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 10:00 pm till late PRICE Starting from AED240
New Year’s Eve at Traders Hotel Ring in the New Year with unbeatable beachside vibes! Traders Hotel has you covered with the best celebration on the beachside featuring outdoor barbecue, live performances and an amazing view of the fireworks. EVENT Traders New Year’s Eve Beach BBQ DATE 31 December 2018 LOCATION Afyä (Ground Floor), Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 7:00 pm till late PRICE Starting from AED355 (food only)
New Year’s Day at Shangri-La! Start the New Year the right way with brunch at ShangriLa! Enjoy delicious food combined with plenty of family activities to keep all ages entertained! EVENT New Year’s Day Brunch DATE 1 January 2019 LOCATION Sofra BLD (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 1:00 to 4:00 pm PRICE Starting from AED345 (food only)
New Year’s Day at Traders Hotel Kick-start your New Year with a beachside brunch at Afyä restaurant! Discover delicious barbecue specialties, groovy tunes and plenty of family activities to keep all ages entertained! EVENT Traders New Year’s Day Beach BBQ DATE 1 January 2019 LOCATION Afyä (Ground Floor), Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi TIME 12:30 to 3:30 pm PRICE Starting from AED300 (food only)
For bookings, please call (02) 509 8555 or email restaurantreservations.slad@shangri-la.com. All prices are inclusive of all applicable service charges, local fees and taxes.
Spa Offer Pumpkin, Spice & Everything Nice! Duration: 120 minutes | Price: AED1000 Embrace the change in season with CHI, The Spa’s new Pumpkin, Spice and Everything Nice. Experience the relaxing benefits of Pumpkin’s natural enzymes, antioxidants and alpha hydroxy acids, that instantly boost skin’s radiance. This delightful treatment begins with the Pumpkin & Spice Body Peel & Wrap followed by a 60-minute full body massage, with the option of our unique nail treatment add-ons. Available for a limited time starting from 1 December 2018 until 5 January 2019.
For bookings, please call (02) 509 8900 or email chi.abudhabi@shangri-la.com. All prices are inclusive of all applicable service charges, local fees and taxes.
Fun Facts! The Festive Season is celebrated in different ways, in different countries and here are some of the most interesting facts we could find! In Sweden the main festive celebration is St Lucia Day which falls on 13 December. Orthodox Christmas falls on 7 January and is observed throughout Central and Eastern Europe and North Africa. Japanese spend their Christmas Eve eating in KFCs. This is a popular tradition in Japan so much that customers have to book their seats 2 months in advance. In Italy, Christmas dinner can last for more than 4 hours. Yes that’s right. Most of the Italian families have more than 7 courses for the dinner. In Guatemala, adults do not exchange Christmas gifts until New Year’s Day. The Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square is donated to the people of London every year by the people of Oslo, Norway in thanks for their assistance during World War II. In Poland spiders are considered to be symbols of prosperity and goodness at Christmas.
Paul McCartney’s Christmas song is widely regarded as the worst of all the songs he ever recorded yet he earns $400,000 a year off of it. If you gave all the gifts listed in the Twelve Days of Christmas, it would equal 364 gifts. Nova Scotia, Canada is the world’s leading exporter of Christmas trees. Almost 28 sets of LEGO are sold every second during the Christmas season. ‘Jingle Bells’ – the popular Christmas song was composed by James Pierpont in Massachusetts, America. It was, however, written for thanksgiving and not Christmas. The Statue of Liberty was gifted to the US by the French on Christmas day in 1886. It weighs 225 tons and thus you could consider it as the biggest Christmas gift in the world. The tallest living Christmas tree is believed to be the 122-foot, 91-year-old Douglas fir in the town of Woodinville, Washington.