Manama, Bahrain / 1 October 2007: With the frenzied shopping and preparations, festivity and celebrations fill the air as Eid Al-Fitr approaches. Eid is a wonderful occasion that marks the end of the holy month of fasting (Ramadan). Keeping with true Arabian traditions, the Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort – Al Areen invites guests to enjoy its unique and exclusive packages during this year’s Eid Al Fitr.
As one of the most luxurious and extensive spa resorts in the world, with its fully-fledged five star facilities, Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort – Al Areen will be providing families with the opportunity to select from two unique Eid promotions in its specially themed villas. The Eid package in a Desert Pool Villa includes a one night stay, breakfast, and two free 90 minute massages per stay. The Eid package in a Royal Pool Villa includes a one night stay, a private butler, in-villa breakfast, and four free 90 minute massages per stay.
As part of these exclusive promotions, guests will also be provided with access to the Middle East’s largest themed water park, “The Lost Paradise of Dilmun”.
Mr. Sami Ayari, General Manager of Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort - Al Areen said, “We invite guests to indulge themselves in the exotic ambiance of the Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort – Al Areen. We look forward to making Eid al Fitr at the Banyan Tree the ideal retreat during the memorable occasion of Eid Al Fitr.”
Depicting the essence of Arabia, each villa is designed to incorporate an intimate fusion of traditional Middle Eastern and contemporary Asian architecture. The interior combines the arabesque style furnishings with elegant Far Eastern fabrics. Guests visiting the resort can enjoy the live cooking, in-villa barbeque which will be prepared by the team of culinary experts. Tamarind, the resort’s sea-food restaurant, will be preparing a sumptuous oriental buffet with an extensive three course selection of both local and regional Middle Eastern dishes.
The high-end luxurious Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort – Al Areen is the first component in the unique US$ 1.3 billion plus Al Areen Development and is located near to the Middle East’s largest and latest water park, “The Lost Paradise of Dilmun”. Spread over an area of 2 million square meters, Al Areen strengthens Bahrain’s reputation as a leading luxurious family-oriented tourist destination.
Banyan Tree opened its doors in April 2007 to the only-all-villa, private swimming and jet-pool resort in the Middle East, the world’s most extensive and luxurious spa and hydrothermal garden, three international restaurants, a complete body wellness centre and the award-winning Banyan Tree Gallery. Its Royal Pool Villa has been included in this year’s prestigious list of 101 Most Exquisite Hotel Suites & Villas by the well established and widely read luxury travel and lifestyle magazine, Elite Traveler.
The Eid package in a Desert Pool Villa is set at BD 470 ++ and the Eid package in a Royal Pool Villa is set at BD 640 ++. Tamarind, which can comfortably accommodate up to 80 guests both indoor and outdoor, is priced at BD 14 ++ for the Eid buffet.