Anantara Mina Al Arab Resort brings Maldivian-inspired luxury to Ras Al Khaimah

The UAE’s most anticipated resort Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort has opened its doors in the UAE, bringing eco-luxury to Ras Al Khaimah, the nature and adventure emirate. Situated on a private peninsula with golden sands and natural mangroves, the resort's setting is unrivalled in exclusivity, tranquillity and luxury, featuring lush gardens, an infinity pool and a natural mangrove sanctuary, all with a backdrop of the majestic Hajar mountains and views of the Arabian Gulf. Each accommodation evokes modern sophistication infused with locally inspired design elements and boasts breathtaking views from the private balcony or terrace.

The resort also introduces Maldivian-inspired luxury to Ras Al Khaimah, showcasing the emirate’s first over water villas with ample living space, an expansive outdoor deck featuring a private plunge pool, enchanting views of the Arabian Gulf and the natural mangrove lagoon and a reserved cabana on the villa-only beach. The dedicated Villa Host service ensures that the villa guest's unique preferences are fulfilled at every opportunity. Additionally, villa guests will be pampered with complimentary experiences such as massages or a private barbecue.

With six restaurants and bars, Anantara Mina Al Arab guests enjoy the luxury of choice when they dine each day. The signature restaurant, Mekong, offers a culinary journey through Thailand, Vietnam, and China, showcasing dishes from Asia’s most storied waterway.

Beach House draws inspiration from the laidback living of the Mediterranean, providing memorable gastronomy featuring fresh coastal cuisine. Further options include Sea Breeze, the all-day dining restaurant, a gourmet deli, a pool bar and a lobby lounge and bar. For a more intimate experience, guests can engage the services of a personal chef with Dining by Design, Anantara’s bespoke private dining, enjoying romantic meals served at a table for two on the beach or aboard a private yacht.

The festive season at Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort is especially magical, as the resort’s chefs put on the most extravagant of feasts across its all restaurants and bars. The joy begins with the lighting of the grand Christmas tree. To the sweet melodies of familiar carols, guests can mingle over colourful canapes that reflect the magic of the season such as mixed berry and cinnamon gazpacho, along with favourites eggnog and mulled wine.

Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve dinner is an elevated affair tinged with the exotic, with six-course tasting menus offered at the resort’s signature restaurants. At the stunning Beach House, guests can enjoy Mediterranean fare paired with complex and sophisticated flavours, while at Mekong, they will journey along Asia’s greatest waterway, exploring traditional Thai and Chinese dishes reinterpreted for the modern palate.

Christmas Day

Christmas Day begins in a leisurely fashion with a late brunch at Sea Breeze. The home-away-from-home ambience is perfect for family gatherings, and feasting comes in the form of turkey, all the trimmings, panettone, stollen and a Pandoro Christmas tree cake. Little ones enjoy their very own mini buffet, along with fun, games and a surprise visit from Santa.

New Year’s Eve

All the festive indulgence culminates with the most exclusive and exquisite of celebrations. At Mekong, revellers will be presented with a seven-course tasting menu of abalone, duck and wagyu. Couples will especially enjoy the privacy of a pod suspended over water, or a candlelit table for two on the breezy terrace overlooking the mangroves.

The grand gala, meanwhile, unfolds on the resort’s golden beachfront. No luxury has been spared, with caviar, foie gras and lobster just some of the temptations on offer. Hosting is the award winning DJ, Saif and Sound, and throughout the evening, guests can dance to the tunes of Brent Harris of Just Jinger fame all the way from South Africa, or simply sit back and enjoy the dazzling performances of the fire and cabaret dancers until midnight.

For more information, call +971 7204 2222, email rasalkhaimah@anantara.com or visit anantara.com