Enjoy a Winter Paradise at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

Traveling guests can ring in the magic of the season with a variety of unique holiday events, starting December 5 with the illumination of the resort’s grand Christmas tree and magical tunnel of lights.

This season The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain unveils a winter paradise of grand festivities at the 20-acre luxury beachfront resort, December 1, 2019-January 15, 2020. Traveling families and couples can enjoy a variety of unique holiday experiences—from festive-set dining menus, “12 Days of Spa” offers, Ritz Kids holiday activities, the Grand Christmas Brunch on December 25 to a finale New Year’s Eve “Back to the ’80s” celebration. Special Christmas and New Year’s Eve room packages can also be availed and include overnight luxurious accommodations and tickets to the Grand Christmas Brunch or New Year’s Eve celebration for up to two guests, starting from BHD 175.

Beginning December 5, the magic of the season officially begins with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. From 5 pm onwards, guests will enjoy arriving at the resort to see another rendition of the magical tunnel of lights as it illuminates the main drive with a brand new design and theme. Over 3,000 square meters of sparkling blue and gold fairy lights will light the way to the porte-cochère and elaborately-decorated Lobby and Hotel Garden where the evening festivities begin. Not to miss, while on the way, will be a small animal kingdom-like setup on the roundabout featuring golden, glass fiber statues of lions, elephants, flamingos, and crocodiles. Once inside, families can gather over a warm cup of hot cocoa and cider, along with gingerbread cookies, while listening to the Christmas choir and waiting for the most important visitor of the year: Santa Claus.

Every day throughout the month, guests can also enjoy unique dining experiences at the resort’s award-winning restaurants. Always a fun afternoon affair, the Festive Afternoon Tea will surely excite once again with a delicious range of mini-tea pastries and sandwiches at the Lobby or Ritz Gourmet lounges’, daily from 3-5 pm. Gourmet takeaways will also be available for purchase, including a selection of hampers and desserts perfect to accompany holiday gatherings as well as take-away roasted turkey and beef family-style meals starting at BHD 119 for up to 6 persons. And because it’s the holidays, leave the cooking to us with Festive menus running daily at La Med, Nirvana, La Table Krug by Y, Cantina Kahlo, Primavera and Plums. Guests can also pick up the Savour Passport card to be rewarded with a BHD 20 voucher to redeem on their 6th visit.

Over at the Ritz Kids Clubhouse, little ones can get all-sugared up with fun gingerbread decorating classes throughout the month, along with a special Winter Camp, running December 17-30. While the little ones are at play, Moms and Dads can also enjoy their own self-indulgence with “12 Days of Spa” offers running December 14-25. From complimentary treatments to exciting products, everyone is in for a treat. Special offers will be revealed daily on Facebook and Instagram @ritzcarltonbahrain.

On December 25, the resort’s Grand Christmas Brunch delights with a lavish 200-dish buffet spread featuring seafood and turkey-carving stations, an elaborate cheese display to an “enchanted forest” themed room filled with heavenly delights. The grand finale of the season, however, ends with a New Year’s Eve countdown to 2020 where the elegant 9,000 square-foot Al Noor Ballroom lights up with the ultimate pizazz and entertainment as we take it “Back to the ’80s” one last time. 

For the full program of holiday events, visit ritzcarlton.com/bahrain.