Sponsored: The festive season is fast approaching and the luxurious Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi is pulling out all the stops to ensure this year’s festivities are to be remembered.
With takeaway turkeys, big brunches and plenty of family-friendly actives, this five-star address with its natural mangrove setting is the place to see and be seen this Christmas in the capital.
Tree Decorating
Children will relish the opportunity to decorate their own miniature Christmas tree this festive season. Each child will be provided with an evergreen tree and decorations so that they can get crafting with glittering fairy lights, personalised ornaments and colourful garlands, turning the tree into a dazzling piece to take home. While the little ones are busy decorating, adults can indulge in eggnog and festive treats. We also hear that Santa Claus will be making an appearance. Wednesday 8 December, from 6pm to 8pm. AED 150 per tree.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Gather your friends and family for a magical tree lighting ceremony on the hotel’s picturesque Pool Deck. Nibble on seasonal treats while enjoying live musical performances as the tree is illuminated. Look out for Santa Claus, who will be making his way through the mangroves to spread festive cheer. Saturday 12 December, from 6pm to 8pm.
Gingerbread House Making
The family-fun continues throughout the month, with families invited to come together and create festive memories. The evening involves decorating quaint gingerbread houses, adorning them with frosting, gumdrops, sprinkles and other festive treats. Devour your creation at home or use it as a festive centrepiece. Wednesday 15 December, from 6pm to 8pm. AED 150 per kit.
Turkey Takeaway
Remove the stress from cooking this festive season with a perfectly prepared roast turkey for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Available in two sizes, the plump festive favourite will be served with roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables, Brussels sprouts and Cranberry Sauce. Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi’s Turkey takeaway also comes with a bottle of grape and German Stollen. Available Saturday 20 November 2021 to Saturday 8 January 2022. AED 650 (5kg to 6 kg) and AED 750 (8kg 10 kg). A 20% discount can be available on all orders between 20 November and 5 December.
Dine Around Christmas Brunch
Dining around at three of Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi’s signature restaurants – Ingredients, The Pool Deck and Mekong – as you enjoy live festive entertainment. Expect gourmet dishes, drinks packages, mangrove views, and a visit from Santa Claus. Saturday 25 December, from 12:30pm to 4pm. AED 325 (soft beverages) and AED 475 (house beverages).
Bring the entire family to Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel and make festive memories to be cherished this December.
GO: Email emdining@anantara.com or call 056 503 5121 for reservations and more information.
