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It’s time to start celebrating the festive season, and The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert has got you covered to ensure you ring in 2019 in style.

There’s something for everyone to make sure the last few days of the year are memorable, and we’ve rounded up five of the best celebrations to take advantage of.

Festive Afternoon high tea at Farmhouse

If most of your December social calendar looks like a blur of parties, wrapping paper and cooking, it’s time for some well-deserved rest and recuperation. Farmhouse offers a beautifully rustic-chic setting with a spread of traditional European treats, including cinnamon flavoured scones, mini yule log, stollen, foie gras terrine, truffle egg, mince pies, glühwein.
Until December 25, Dhs160 with a hot beverage, Dhs260 with a hot beverage and two premium drinks.

New Year’s Eve gala buffet at Kaheela

It’s a sophisticate soiree at Kaheela this year, with an extensive gala dinner accompanied by the sounds of a live jazz duo. All diners will be given complementary access to the hotel’s Countdown Party, with a laser show, DJ, and spectacular views of the Al Wadi desert, along with a premium drink to toast the New Year.
Gala dinner from 8pm to 11.30pm, Dhs650 with soft beverages, Dhs850 with house beverages, Dhs250 for children aged six to 12, children under six dine free.

New Year’s Eve gala dinner at Farmhouse

This family-friendly gala dinner will see diners entertained by a DJ and a live saxophonist. The restaurant’s terrace is the perfect setting to dine under the stars, while the floor-to-ceiling windows ensure that even those sitting inside can enjoy the stunning desert setting. After your meal you can head to the Countdown Party for celebrations from 11.30pm until late.
Gala dinner from 8pm to 11.30pm, Dhs1,999 including premium drinks, Dhs999 with soft beverages, Dhs499 for children aged six to 12, children under six dine free.

New Year’s Eve celebration at Moorish & Moon Bar

Tuck in to a tapas selection and a range of delicious mixed drinks with a view that begs to be instagrammed. The fun continues at the hotel’s Countdown Party with a premium toast from 10pm until midnight.
Dhs499 including tapas and house beverages. 

New Year’s Day brunch at Kaheela

Start 2019 as you mean to go on – with a delicious spread of food and plenty of drinks, surrounded by friends and family.
January 1, 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs250 with soft drinks, Dhs375 with house beverages

Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, advanced booking required. Tel: (07) 2067777. ritzcarlton.com/alwadidesert

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