Saraya Islands Partners with Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, June 16th, 2008: Saraya Islands, the luxurious mixed-use resort in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, announced the signing of a management agreement with Nikki Beach EMEA Hotels and Resorts Limited, one of the world’s most recognizable lifestyle and entertainment brands, by virtue of which Nikki Beach will operate a five-star resort in Al Boum Island at Saraya Islands.
Expected to open by the end of 2011, the Nikki Beach Resort and Spa will accommodate 140 sea view rooms and suites, a Nikki Beach Club and pool bar, Spa and fitness facilities, an Ultra VIP Lounge/Club, two signature restaurants, as well as 160 serviced residences among which ten signature villas. Beautiful by the nature that surrounds it, the unique thematic architecture and the turquoise waters that overlook it, the new Nikki Beach Resort and Spa at Saraya Islands will combine five-star service, luxury accommodation, design and ambiance with signature entertainment in an international jet set resort environment.
“Saraya opts to partner with the best in each trade it is involved with, and our partnership with Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts comes to translate this context. The grand, exclusive and luxurious setting of Saraya Islands can be given a different edge with masters in the hospitality arena such as Nikki Beach. Saraya Islands will always be the hub of excellence in everything it brings forth, and it shall leverage on this in its world class destination,” said Mr. Mahdhar Al-Tamimi, General Manager of Saraya Islands. “We are racing alongside our partners towards a future of prosperity and exclusivity.”
The Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts located in the most glamorous destinations around the world offer an exclusive range of five-star amenities and services in enchanting settings, with ultra VIP service for all guests, offering signature Nikki Beach entertainment and interactive events that are heavily influenced by art, music and fashion, that have been the hallmark of the brand since its creation.
“After Aqaba in Jordan, this is the second property that we will be managing for Saraya, with whom we share the same vision and drive to deliver the best that the world of hospitality has to offer. Our guests will be life long partners, as we will cater to their ever increasing expectations. Our formula for creating a luxury lifestyle experience will raise the bar for the elite global hospitality industry” said Jihad el Khoury, Chairman and CEO of Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts EMEA.
Set in a unique strategic position between the majestic range of Hajjar Mountains and the Arabian Gulf, Saraya Islands comprises of the four natural islands of Al Boum, Al Marsa, Al Sahab and Al Wahat interconnected and linked to a main village with a network of resort like roads and bridges. Saraya Islands occupies 5.5 km of long natural island, together forming a lagoon framed by the islands and its corresponding mainland site of approximately sixteen hectares.
Saraya Islands will feature palatial villas, lagoon townhouses, terraced apartments, world-class themed hotels, luxury spas and treats, serviced residential units all featuring private and semi-private gardens swimming pools, high quality retail and entertainment outlets, restaurants, an amusement water park, pedestrian bridges and roads, as well as bicycle and walking trails, and a marina.
About Saraya Islands
Situated in Ras Al Khaimah, Saraya Islands will occupy a pristine 5.5 kilometers long natural island running parallel to the Ras Al Khaimah coastline thereby creating a natural lagoon between the project and the mainland. The founding partners behind Saraya Islands are the Investment and Development Office of the government of Ras Al Khaimah, Saraya Holdings and a subsidiary of Arab Bank Plc, in addition to Saraya Real Estate MENA Fund. The partners together bring a wealth of global experience and expertise to the project.
Saraya Islands consists of four islands and a main village inter-connected through a series of appropriately scaled resort-style roads and bridges. These islands are called: al-Boum, al-Marsa, al-Sahab, and al-Wahat. Saraya Islands will offer luxurious resort and world class themed hotels destination, an array of palatial villas, lagoon view townhouse, terraced apartments, exotic bungalows, luxury spas and retreats, serviced residential units all including private and semi-private gardens and swimming pools, high quality retail, restaurants and entertainment outlets, amusement water park, pedestrian bridges, as well as bicycle and walking trails, a marina and an amphitheatre. For more information on Saraya Islands please visit www.sarayaislands.com.
About Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts:
Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts is a worldwide premier luxury brand synonymous with jet set travel, leisure and entertainment. Founded in 1996 by Jack Penrod, Nikki Beach South Beach established a new standard for unique and exciting Beach Club experience.
Nikki Beach has expanded over the years with venues in St Tropez, St Barths, Cabo San Lucas, New York City, Marbella and many other high profile destinations.
In 2006 Nikki Beach developed the Hotels & Resort concept to offer a unique hospitality experience for our worldwide customers. Nikki Beach Hotels & Resorts are currently under development in locations such as Turks & Caicos, Panama, Mexico, Cap Verde, Honduras, France, Spain, Cyprus, Jordan, UAE, Qatar and Egypt.
Nikki Beach Hotel and Resorts operates five star luxury hotels and resorts with Ultra VIP Service for all guests. Our hotels and resorts offer the theatrical entertainment Nikki Beach Style, interactive events that are heavily influenced by Art, Music, Fashion, & Film that has been the hallmark of the brand since the 90s.
All Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts offer an exclusive range of 5 star amenities and services including personalized in room check-in and check-out, private butler service, 24 hour concierge service, exclusive beach club and pool experience, VIP Ultra Lounge, personalized in room music selection, 24 hour maid service and a pillow menu for our guests ultra comfort.
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