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Lifestyle Features Tuesday, November 19, 2019 The Luxury Collection makes landmark debut in

he Luxury Collection announced the opening of Al Messila, A Luxury TCollection Resort & Spa in , mark- ing the debut of the brand in Qatar. Only 25 minutes from Hamad International Airport and 15 minutes from Doha’s city centre, , Al Messila is an urban oasis designed to respect the area’s natural surroundings. The ‘private palace’ setting is a celebration of a verdant retreat in the heart of the desert, offer- ing attentive service infused with age-old Qatari hospitality. A cherished reflection of the local spirit, Al Messila is anchored by holistic wellness and epicurean journeys for each guest to embark on during their stay. “Doha today is a world-class city with a burgeoning arts and culinary scene, rooted in tradition and a rich heritage,” said Anthony Ingham, Global Brand Leader, The Luxury Collection. “We are delighted to welcome Al Messila Resort & Spa to The Luxury Collection’s ensemble of hotels. True to our brand’s mission and informed by Qatar’s fore- roots, where the three-story, light-filled lobby Acclaimed dining, epicurean exploration rary audience. Those seeking a spirited, con- including three therapy pools and four hydro sight and commitment to sustainability, Al adjoins a lounge offering expansive views of With eight unrivalled dining venues expert- vivial atmosphere can thrive in the down-to- wellness ‘Worlds’ - Oriental, Mystic, Mineral Messila offers global explorers a palatial the resort. Sculpted marble sits alongside ly overseen by Michelin Star Chef Pino earth Greek estiatorio, Siga-Siga, with its and Floral - equipped with flotation tanks, retreat in a lush haven, guiding our guests on mashrabiya, detailing original Arabic pattern- Lavarra, Al Messila Resort & Spa offers an healthy menu of authentic mezze and fresh cocoon beds, oxygen rooms, Kneipp walks, transformative journeys that touch their spirits ing with the contrast producing a warm and unrivalled international epicurean experience. seafood. This is complemented by a signature Hammams, salt rooms, and an elite range of and enrich their lives.” welcoming ambience, perfectly infusing mod- Snoull features a Nordic gourmet experience Deli Kitchen where guests can shop, learn and exclusive treatment products and protocols. ern design with Qatari accents. inspired by friluftsliv, the Scandinavian philos- enjoy under the same roof. Suitable for families, Al Messila also hosts A regal retreat in a historical oasis The resort has 152 rooms and suites, ophy of ‘reconnecting with nature.’ Dishes are the innovative Little Explorers’ Club - the first With an expansive botanical backdrop in including 30 premium Villas, each with their crafted using naturally nourishing, raw and An original approach to wellness and family ‘edu-tainment’ facility of its kind in Doha. This Doha’s historic ‘oasis’ district, Al Messila is own pool, garden and personal butler service. biodynamic produce. Veritas offers a refined The resort’s comprehensive Al Messila includes a gym with kids-fit equipment, a cine- visually dramatic and equally inspiring. Guests Landscaped with native Mimosa and Acacia Northern Italian menu inspired by seasonal Wellness facility is an extensive female-only ma, an educational play area, an outdoor play- arriving through the stately porte-cochere will trees, alongside an abundance of vibrant flora ingredients. Caravanserai will serve hearty, facility with 26 treatment rooms and advanced ground with interactive water fountains, and a be transported to their own private palace. and fauna, Al Messila is the ultimate oasis comforting dishes that reinterpret the flavors hydro-thermal facilities. Al Messila hosts the shaded outdoor pool with hot-dip trampolines. Understated opulence hints at its 21st-century escape within a dynamic city. of the Maghreb and Europe for a contempo- region’s largest wellness retreat of its kind,

The St. Regis Doha

he St. Regis Doha is part of Al Gassar Resort, located at the heart of the rising city, adjacent to the Pearl-Qatar, Katara Cultural TVillage and West Bay business district. The St. Regis Doha exteri- or and interior spaces feature a strong design concept that supports both the history of Doha and the legacy of The St. Regis brand. Local influences are brought to life throughout the hotel using design details like the Middle Eastern-inspired archways and balance of soft and hard furnishing to create a unique guest experience. The St. Regis Doha features 12 dining venues, modern meeting spaces and lavish function rooms in addition to a variety of recreation facilities and activities such as the legendary 5-star Remede Spa. The hotel encompasses 336 elegant guest rooms with sea view, including a wide range of suites. The guest rooms and suites were designed by internationally acclaimed interior architectural firm, Wilson Associates.

to handmade shakers and mouth-blown, hand-engraved glassware. Expert guest mixologists served up handcrafted drinks, using local ingredients for The Ritz-Carlton, Doha regionally curated beverages. Throughout the month, guests can visit The Ritz-Carlton Doha and partake in the experience throughout the hotel. Having made its debut at The Ritz-Carlton hotels across Europe and welcomes Asprey North America, the trolley is currently on its maiden tour across the Middle East. From Bahrain to Oman and now in Doha, each stop on the international tour has inspired mixologists to create locally inspired bever- ages that bring back the early 20th-century art of crafting the perfect beverage trolley libation. Served from this bespoke trolley, it pays tribute to the heritage of great craftsmanship and speaks to the partnership between The Ritz - haken not stirred, with a dash of pizazz in between, The Ritz-Carlton, Carlton and Asprey. Doha welcomed the bespoke Asprey beverage trolley for a celebra- Located on its own exclusive island in the prestigious Stion of craftsmanship and a partnership between two iconic brands. district, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha offers sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf, The preview event complemented by an exclusive trunk show highlighting the iconic Pearl and the emerging skyline of Lusail City. The award-winning Asprey leather bags, jewelry and watches, was the epitome of unique style, hotel offers 374 guest rooms including suites, a Club Lounge, five restaurants unsurpassed quality and innovative design. Made exclusively for The Ritz- and lounges including the chic steakhouse STK, and Sel&Miel, the modern Carlton brand, the Asprey trolley draws inspiration from the most creative French brasserie among others. In addition, guests can recharge at the and innovative bar designs from the 1920s and 1930s when craft libations our, the silver-plated and tempered glass trolley will be on display at the world-class Ritz-Carlton, Spa or simply relax at the magnificent indoor or marked the height of fashion and also when Asprey first started creating elevated Ritz-Carlton Doha Club Lounge until the end of the month. Fitted outdoor swimming pools. State-of-the-art facilities, flexible meeting spaces, beverage shakers. with the most exclusive of luxury accessories, the trolley features cus- and flawless attention to detail produce a framework that ensures success. Celebrating this golden age of unique concoctions and Art Deco glam- tomized ice buckets, beverage coolers, ice tongs, and decanters, in addition