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Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East was unveiled on Ummahat Island in the tranquil waters of The Red Sea. The private island retreat is nestled inside the charming Blue Hole cluster of islands, the place pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the floor and the celestial cover above paints an infinite tapestry of stars. Nujuma – impressed by the which means of ‘stars’ in Arabic – invitations travellers to embark on an unchartered journey to certainly one of the world’s most secluded and guarded archipelagos. Here, amidst the azure expanse, visitors are beckoned to discover and immerse themselves in the area’s tradition and traditions.
“As more and more travellers look to discover new corners of the earth, we are thrilled to reveal our newest Ritz-Carlton Reserve, located amongst the natural beauty and stunning setting of The Red Sea,” stated Jenni Benzaquen, SVP The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts. “Nujuma joins a collection of rare Ritz-Carlton Reserve estates around the world, inviting the most discerning travellers to embark on a journey of exploration where every encounter reveals a deeper connection to the destination. I cannot wait for guests to discover this luxurious private sanctuary and truly transformative experience.”
The Red Sea, certainly one of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s luxurious regenerative tourism locations on the west coast of the nation, is surrounded by the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system with an archipelago of greater than 90 untouched islands. From this enchanting setting, visitors can embark on extraordinary snorkelling and scuba diving adventures to uncover seldom-visited websites beneath the waves. Teeming with vibrant coral reefs which have thrived for over 5 thousand years, the barrier reef is house to fascinating ecosystems, together with over 165 endemic reef fish, dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays and Napoleon wrasse.
The island’s shores are fringed by wealthy mangroves, recognized to be certainly one of the most efficient ecosystems in the world, and inside this lush habitat guests can spot quite a lot of sea birds, marine invertebrates and havali guitarfish. Beyond the turquoise waters, visitors can uncover the fantastic thing about the coastal mainland by means of guided trails throughout majestic desert dunes.
Designed by Foster and Partners, Nujuma’s sweeping shell-inspired structure and stylish interiors are crafted with pure supplies imbued with calming sea and sand tones, and geometric patterns harking back to the area’s design motifs. Arabic artifacts, conventional ceramics, woven Saudi patterned rugs and complicated wall hangings celebrating native craftmanship circulation by means of the canopied interiors. Lush landscaping of indigenous crops elegantly body the pathways between the pavilioned areas and villas.
Accessed by chartered boat or seaplane, Nujuma options 63 overwater and seaside villas, providing one-to-three-bedroom lodging, spacious residing areas and private swimming pools overlooking the sea. Guests can marvel at the limitless starry night time skies from the consolation of their villa by means of telescopes positioned on every deck. Perched above the cerulean-blue sea and related by an elevated ring walkway, the overwater villas supply panoramic views and direct entry to the sea. Nestled on undisturbed mushy white sand, the seaside villas are secluded retreats flooded with pure gentle and the sea’s refreshing breeze. Each villa enjoys the providers of a devoted private host, who will deal with each element and information visitors by means of all the enriching experiences this vacation spot has to supply.
Opportunity to achieve distinctive insights into the Saudi Arabian tradition, traditions and the vacation spot are offered by a staff of native consultants devoted to preserving and sharing their heritage. Honouring the legacy of nomadic exploration and studying, the Conservation House is an built-in area for artistic pursuits to increase information and foster a way of group. Through hands-on actions hosted by resident sustainability, environmental, and cultural consultants, visitors of all ages can domesticate a deep reference to the vacation spot.
Nujuma’s eating philosophy is impressed by the Arabian custom of gathering at one’s house to share tales of fine fortune, poetry, philosophy and science. Each of the Reserve’s 5 culinary experiences honour the generations of fishermen from the Umluj area whose lives have been deeply intertwined with the space for over 50 years. Guests are warmly welcomed to Tabrah, a contemporary interpretation of a fisherman’s house, to share a menu of seafood specialities together with, ‘The Luckiest Catch’, a communal celebration of the sea’s day by day bounty that has nurtured the fisherman’s household by means of the ages. Jamaa is a relaxed alfresco area serving gentle dishes ready in an open kitchen and over a wood-fire grill to the resort’s out of doors pool and seaside lined with plush cabanas.
As the solar dips beneath the horizon, Maia is an intimate place for astrology-inspired refreshments ready by professional mixologists, together with ‘Gemini’, a citrus mocktail named after the constellation, often called al-Taw‘amân in Arabic, that can be seen from Saudi Arabia’s capital all yr. Designed to have fun the wonders of the night time’s sky that includes telescope and star design components, the open-air terrace is a spot to gaze above whereas Nujuma’s astrologer shares insights into the night’s constellation. Inspired by vibrant bazaars, all day eating venue, Sita, is a spacious French-style patisserie and a Levantine restaurant beneath three woven-wood pavilions, a design nod to the custom of leaf weaving. Guests are greeted by the aroma of freshly baked bread exuding from a conventional clay oven, paired with recent hummus and dishes seasoned from the resort’s huge spice library.
Neyrah Spa is a tranquil sanctuary devoted to holistic wellness to rejuvenate the thoughts, physique and spirit. The serene indoor and out of doors oasis invitations visitors to nourish the physique and soul by means of ceremonies and strategies from round the globe whereas connecting with regional substances together with the enchanting scent of oud and moringa peregrina tree oil sourced from the AlUla area. Wellness consultants design bespoke journeys to rebalance and calm down, and information visitors by means of respiratory strategies, meditation, lunar yoga and sound therapeutic remedy. The sea’s breeze and mild sounds of waves circulation by means of 5 sea-facing therapy rooms and three out of doors therapy cabins. The area additionally options vitality and lap swimming pools, a hammam and a health centre. Designed as a voyage, bespoke remedies encourage visitors to replicate on the previous, stay in the current, and step into the future with readability and power.
“With the launch of the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the region, we are opening the doors to an unparalleled destination and inviting the world to discover The Red Sea destination,” stated Tony Coveney, General Manager, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, “Nujuma is unlike any other property in the region, a pinnacle of luxury with discovery and sustainability at its core, offering guests a transformative journey into the extraordinary set within the picture-perfect backdrop of Ummahat Island’s natural beauty. We look forward to welcoming guests to enjoy an unforgettable exploration of the destination where every moment is infused with wonder and connection.”
Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary lodge manufacturers. Starting fee from £1714 (SAR 8211) per night time.
