In my years living in Abu Dhabi, I visited Jumeirah Etihad Towers on a number of occasions for brunch or dinner or drinks, but never had the chance to stay over at this popular property. Thus, when I saw an incredible menu come across my inbox (yes, I often think first with my stomach), I asked if the hotel might be kind enough to extend me a stay while I dined at the restaurant with the amazing menu. Imagine my delight when they agreed! In my typical fashion, I think it’s easiest to break down my visit into an easy to reference list. Should you want to know more about room types or other details for the property, there is plenty of information out there, but basically, this was my experience. Pros So much choice! As a foodie, there are a ton of outlets to choose from, without ever having…
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]]>The Middle East is no stranger to a nice hotel room, and ten years in, I have high standards about my expectations when a new property comes along. While I certainly love luxury and well-known brands, more than anything, I like a quiet, modern room (while you might think this is easy, in practice, I believe it’s actually quite difficult). Thus, when I had an opportunity to stay at the Bab Al Qasr in December, I was happy to accept the invitation. If you’ve spent any time in Abu Dhabi, you probably already recognize the iconic bronze cladding on the exterior of the building, which sets it apart from others in the skyline. Additionally, while being part of the Millennium Group, the Bab Al Qasr is actually included in the more elite Biltmore Luxury Collection (the first of the brand to launch in the UAE). Rumor also has it that this…
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