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ST. REGIS HONEYMOONS
Paradise Found
Seductive Sanctuaries, Pinnacle Paradises
Located in the world’s most coveted regions, these idyllic
beach destinations are perfectly suited to honeymooners
seeking a romantic interlude wrapped in pure paradise.
Indoor-outdoor spaces blend seamlessly with elements
of the natural environment, setting a truly intimate
backdrop for a resort escape for two.
A SELECTION OF PARADISE FOUND HOTELS AND RESORTS: THE ST. REGIS BAHIA BEACH RESORT, PUERTO RICO; THE ST. REGIS LANGKAWI;
THE ST. REGIS PRINCEVILLE RESORT; THE ST. REGIS SANYA YALONG BAY RESORT
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Journey’s End
Rustic Elegance for the Adventurous Spirit
Nestled in some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes,
these rustic yet refined addresses appeal to couples with a
shared passion for adventure. From summer pursuits along
glittering exotic beaches to thrilling winter sports capped
by fireside après-ski, active honeymooners begin their
life’s journey with an unforgettable experience.
A SELECTION OF JOURNEY’S END HOTELS AND RESORTS: THE ST. REGIS ASPEN RESORT; THE ST. REGIS DEER VALLEY;
THE ST. REGIS MARDAVALL MALLORCA RESORT; THE ST. REGIS SAADIYAT ISLAND RESORT, ABU DHABI; THE ST. REGIS LHASA RESORT
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ST. REGIS HONEYMOONS
Glass House
Transcend the Traditional
Outfitted for modern romance, these edited yet stylized
addresses appeal to couples who seek an escape from the
confines of formality and prefer clean lines and bright,
geometric spaces instead. These metropolitan addresses
offer guests a series of moments that unfold with warm
and ease amidst unpretentious, elegant settings.
A SELECTION OF GLASS HOUSE HOTELS AND RESORTS: THE ST. REGIS SHENZHEN; THE ST. REGIS KUALA LUMPUR;
THE ST. REGIS TIANJIN; THE ST. REGIS BAL HARBOUR RESORT
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ST. REGIS HONEYMOONS
Metropolitan Manor
Timeless, Modern Retreats
Steal away for a honeymoon experience that appeals to the
discerning. These exquisite cosmopolitan addresses harken
to a time of timeless grace and elegance, where each
moment is tailored, and where the most refined social and
cultural pursuits are at your fingertips.
A SELECTION OF METROPOLITAN MANOR HOTELS AND RESORTS: THE ST. REGIS ATLANTA;
THE ST. REGIS ROME; THE ST. REGIS MACAO; THE ST. REGIS SINGAPORE
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The Aficionado’s Guide
An introduction to St. Regis hotels and resorts around the world,
in alphabetical order by region
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AFRICA &
THE MIDDLE EAST The St. Regis Abu Dhabi 15
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi 16
The St. Regis Cairo 17
The St. Regis Doha 18
The St. Regis Dubai 19
The St. Regis Dubai, Al Habtoor Polo Resort & Club 20
The St. Regis Mauritius Resort 21
THE AMERICAS
The St. Regis Aspen Resort 22
The St. Regis Atlanta 23
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico 24
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort 25
The St. Regis Deer Valley 26
The St. Regis Houston 27
The St. Regis Mexico City 28
The St. Regis New York 29
The St. Regis Princeville Resort 30
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort 31
The St. Regis San Francisco 3 2
The St. Regis Washington, D.C. 33
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ASIA PACIFIC
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
The St. Regis Bali Resort 34
The St. Regis Bangkok 35
The St. Regis Beijing 36
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The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort 37
Brunch in the Clouds. A brunch
The St. Regis Changsha 38 journey where each diner is free to
explore the 150,000-dirhams-per-
The St. Regis Chengdu 39 night suite and discover culinary
delights in each room, including a
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur 40 cinema full of candy, a cheese-and-
dessert room, a caviar ice bar, and a
The St. Regis Langkawi 41 private bar equipped by the hotel’s
top mixologists. For a break
The St. Regis Lhasa Resort 4 2 between tasting, have a shoulder
massage in one of the private spas.
The St. Regis Macao 43
A trip to the Falcon Hospital.
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort 44 With more than 75,000 falcons
admitted in its first 14 years, this is
The St. Regis Mumbai 45 the world’s largest falcon hospital.
Discover the significant role these
The St. Regis Osaka 46 birds play in the UAE’s heritage.
The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort 47 Helipad Sunset Supper, taking
place at the highest active helipad
The St. Regis Shanghai Jing’an 48 in the Middle East, at a height of
255 meters. A brigade of chefs,
The St. Regis Shenzhen 49 butlers and mixologists await you,
The guest room of the Al Hosen Suite; the Nation Riviera Beach Club serving premium caviar, fresh
The St. Regis Singapore 50 oysters and canapés. As well as
It’s easy to understand the appeal of The St. Regis Abu Dhabi. The capital of the a sensational view, guests are
The St. Regis Tianjin 51 United Arab Emirates is fast developing a major arts and cultural scene, turning the treated to a saxophone
city into an ever more sophisticated metropolis blessed with cutting-edge performance and the signature
architecture and world-class sports. Part of the prestigious Nation Towers complex St. Regis Champagne sabering ritual.
EUROPE on the Corniche, a five-mile stretch adjacent to the Arabian Gulf where you’ll find
The St. Regis Astana 52 walking and cycling paths and children’s play areas, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is the Family Traditions at St. Regis
ideal home-away-from-home. Don’t miss the Luxury Nation Galleria Vox Cinemas program: Yas Waterworld on Yas
The St. Regis Florence 53 directly connected to The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, with 11 cinemas including four Island, where funseekers pour in
Gold Class. Relax and soak up the sun with a refreshing cocktail on the private from far and wide looking for
The St. Regis Istanbul 54 beachfront at the exclusive Nation Riviera Beach Club, home to Asia de Cuba, a thrills all day long at this state-of-
lounge, restaurant and beach deck complete with outdoor bar, and Catch the-art theme park. Learn more at
The St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort 55 Restaurant and Lounge Abu Dhabi, where an open kitchen allows guests to interact stregis.com/familytraditions
with the chefs and watch as ingredients are transformed into delectable dishes.
The St. Regis Moscow Nikolskaya 56
The St. Regis Rome 57
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VILLA TOSCANA – BEST ITALIAN CUISINE IN UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, WORLD LUXURY SPA & RESTAURANT AWARDS 2016
Nation Towers, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates T. (971) (2) 694 4444 [email protected] stregis.com/abudhabi
Discover the upcoming St. Regis Hotels & Resorts on page 57 of this Aficionado’s Guide 283 guest rooms and suites; 7 restaurants and bars; spa; pool; gym; private beach; children’s club
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The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi The St. Regis Cairo
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Our new hammam. The Iridium The Egyptian Museum in Cairo,
Hammam experience draws on which contains the world’s most
ancient bathing and cleansing extensive collection of ancient
rituals from different oriental Egyptian artifacts. The original
cultures, providing the benefits collection of Pharaonic antiquities
of a traditional Hammam was established in the late 19th
in a contemporary setting. century and transferred in 1902
to its current home in Tahrir
The Abu Dhabi Pearl Journey. Square. Expert guides can be
Sail on a traditional dhow among booked to lead you through the
the mangrove trees of the Arabian galleries of this iconic building.
Gulf for a demonstration of the
ancient art of pearl diving. Private dining on the Nile Deck.
Watch the stars while you luxuriate
Playing a round at the in our perfected gourmet flavors
championship Saadiyat Beach Golf just for you, elegantly laid out
Club. Three saltwater lakes, dunes throughout the evening. Ideal for a
and the beach itself are challenges romantic celebration or an intimate
along the way of this par-72 course. dinner for up to 8 guests.
Lessons can be arranged.
An Experiential Cooking Class.
A visit to Yas Mall. Our staff can Discover and cook gourmet Italian
arrange transportation to this dishes with Executive Chef
glittering new shopping destination, Giuseppe Mandaradoni. Indulge
Exterior view of the hotel from the beach; a premium sea view room Abu Dhabi’s biggest mall, just 10 The hotel’s impressive exterior at night; a guest bedroom with a spectacular Nile view in a truly immersive St. Regis
minutes from the hotel. ritual as we round off your
Saadiyat is an island of only ten square miles, but it packs a lot into that space. The St. Regis Cairo rises tall, overlooking the ancient River Nile and the Egyptian experience with our dramatic art
Just 15 minutes’ drive from the center of Abu Dhabi, it has a white sand beach, a Family Traditions at St. Regis capital. Drawing inspiration from the refinement and elegance of The St. Regis of champagne sabering.
designer golf course and, very soon, offshoots of both the Louvre and Guggenheim program: Ferrari Fun. Explore the New York, this new addition to the St. Regis portfolio is a unique expression of
museums. It’s a relaxing and chic retreat from the bustle of the city. The St. Regis world’s first and largest indoor modern Egyptian grandeur. The 39-story hotel and residential complex is located A visit to Khan el-Khalili. Our staff
Saadiyat Island Resort’s architecture and interior design are stunning, showcasing theme park, Ferrari World Abu in the heart of this vibrant metropolis close to fine dining, high-end shopping and can arrange transportation to this
the bold design principles of the award-winning architecture firm Woods Bagot Dhabi. It has over 20 unique rides historic sights, including the Pyramids. Featuring 366 exclusive rooms, suites famous souk, one of the world’s
and Johannesburg-based Northpoint Architects. Each room has panoramic vistas and attractions, including the and luxury apartments, St. Regis Signature Butler Service, an Iridium Spa and oldest covered markets. Founded in
of the Gulf or golf course and interiors that meld Spanish and Arabian elements world’s fastest rollercoaster, The St. Regis Athletic Club, the hotel is poised to become Cairo’s most coveted 1382, it was where the great camel
with a contemporary edge. In addition to business facilities, the resort has an dedicated entertainment, themed address. Thoughtfully crafted taste-making is offered at eight culinary destinations, caravans used to arrive after their
Iridium spa offering products from luxury skincare brand ESPA, four swimming stores and restaurants. Open including a J&G Steakhouse; La Zisa, a flavorful Sicilian experience; Tianma, a long journeys. Today it is a bustling
pools, a dedicated children’s club and the state-of-the-art St. Regis Athletic Club. Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 8pm. Singaporean cuisine restaurant and Envy, an urban chic lounge on the Nile. With its retail center where you can buy
Dolphins frolic in the blue waters, while nearby Saadiyat Beach is a nesting site Learn more at grand staircase and a Swarovski crystal chandelier masterpiece, the 966 sq m Astor local and international goods. But
for hawksbill turtles. stregis.com/familytraditions Grand Ballroom is ideally suited for upscale events and celebrations. be prepared to haggle.
ABU DHABI’S LEADING BEACH RESORT – WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS 2016. BEST GOLF RESORT IN THE WORLD; BEST GOLF RESORT IN THE MIDDLE
DEBUTS JUNE 2017
EAST; BEST GOLF RESORT IN THE UAE; BEST GOLF RESORT IN ABU DHABI – ALL WORLD GOLF AWARDS 2016
Saadiyat Island, P.O. Box 54345, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates T. (971) (2) 4988888 [email protected] stregis.com/saadiyatisland 1189 Nile Corniche, Cairo, Egypt [email protected] stregis.com/cairo
377 guest rooms and suites; 6 restaurants and bars; Iridium spa; pool; gym; beach; golf; children’s club 366 guest rooms, suites and apartments; 8 restaurants, bars and lounges; Iridium Spa; indoor and outdoor pools; athletic club
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The St. Regis Doha The St. Regis Dubai
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The St. Regis Grand Brunch. A heritage falconry and wildlife
Take Fridays to a new level with this safari, with a tour through Dubai
lavish family celebration offering 16 Desert Conservation Reserve in
food stations, live entertainment and search of gazelles and oryx.
activities for children.
VIP helicopter tour. A personal
“A Retrospective (From 1963 Until aerial tour, taking in all the historic
Tomorrow)” – this fascinating art sites and the glistening beaches of
exhibition, hosted by the Iraqi artist Dubai.
Mr Dia Al Azzawi, showcases more
than 500 works spanning 50 years. An overnight safari and sunrise
balloon flight. Ride through
Visit Shahaniya, less than an Dubai’s Desert Conservation
hour away, where you can Reserve in a vintage Land Rover,
experience the famous camel races enjoy a four-course feast under the
and the stunning Islamic art of the stars, sleep in Arabic tents and start
Sheikh Faisal Museum. the next day with a hot-air balloon
ride over the desert.
A traditional dhow cruise. Cruise
on a traditional wooden dhow and Dubai Water Canal. Several
stop off near the island of Saflia for water-taxi stations are walking
watersports. Arabian BBQ lunch or distance from the St. Regis Dubai
dinner is served. allowing you to explore this
fascinating waterway.
The hotel’s Arabian exterior is bold and welcoming; enjoy the cool ambience of the Sarab Lounge Terrace Explore Dukhan and the west coast. The hotel’s impressive exterior; an Empire Suite Living Room
Set off among the oil wells and visit Year-round tennis academy with
Doha has transformed itself in an incredibly short time. Now the media and arts the Zekreet peninsula, Umbrella Inviting guests to experience John Jacob Astor IV’s vision of the finest hotel in air-conditioned courts, open to
capital of its region, a major player in the aviation stakes and the host of the 2022 Rock and the replica ancient Arabian the world, The St. Regis Dubai takes you back to the 18th century with its beaux- guests of all ages.
World Cup, it’s an ultra-cosmopolitan capital. Victorian travelers needed to visit village of Film City. arts-inspired design with bespoke elements. Located on the arterial Sheikh
Florence, Paris and Vienna, but any 21st-century Grand Tour would definitely take Zayed Road, the hotel is part of Al Habtoor City, which includes a Las Vegas- Family Traditions at St. Regis
in this city. The St. Regis Doha, with its postmodern Arabian architecture and Family Traditions at St. Regis style theatre, La Perle, and is a short drive from The Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa program: A seaplane tour. Marvel at
panoramic views of the Persian Gulf, is a fitting address for a stay. The Rooftop program: Desert safari. In the and Dubai’s financial district. Its Iridium Spa boasts six treatment rooms (three spectacular views of Dubai and Abu
lounge brings to Doha the urban chic of New York, Beirut and London. Guests south of Qatar, this family trip is a male, three female) and two Hammams. Other facilities include two rooftop Dhabi on a seaplane flight along the
ascend from the private entrance in the lower floor of the hotel and step out onto a thrilling ride into the dunes. Enjoy pools and a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel’s eight culinary destinations Arabian Gulf. Soar over the Burj
breathtaking, stylish and spacious terrace. The newly opened Raw Bar boasts a a picnic lunch, sand boarding, include J&G Steakhouse; Brasserie Quartier, a modern French brasserie; and Le Khalifa and fly to Yas Marina for an
range of caviars, carpaccio, ceviche, sushi and sashimi to savor with the finest wines camel riding and desert quad Patio, serving traditional Arabic cuisine with a delicious range of Middle Eastern afternoon at the Ferrari World. All
and exclusive gastronomic signature cocktails, including mango and jalapeño biking. Learn more at dishes and refreshing beverages. Inspired by the original address in New York family guests receive a personalized
mojito. Five miles from the main diplomatic and financial districts, it makes stregis.com/familytraditions while embracing the world’s new hotspot, Dubai, The St. Regis Dubai pays family welcome ritual. Learn more at
business sense to base yourself at The St. Regis Doha. homage to two iconic cities, emerging as The New World Address. stregis.com/familytraditions
WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS: MIDDLE EAST’S LEADING LUXURY BUSINESS HOTEL 2016 WORLD’S LEADING NEW HOTEL 2016 – WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
FOOD AND TRAVEL GCC AWARDS: GORDON RAMSAY, BEST MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT DUBAI’S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2016 (IN RECOGNITION OF THE SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL SUITE) – WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
Doha West Bay, Doha 14435, Qatar T. (974) 44460000 [email protected] stregis.com/doha Al Habtoor City, P.O. Box 26666, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates T. (971) 4 435 5555 [email protected] stregis.com/dubai
336 guest rooms and suites; 11 restaurants and bars; spa; pool; gym; tennis; private beach 234 guest rooms and suites; 8 restaurants and bars; spa; 2 rooftop pools; helipad
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Overnight Safari and Sunrise The St. Regis Diamond Brunch.
Balloon Flight. Day 1 starts in an Celebrate each last Sunday of the
open-top vintage Land Rover, month in a stylish atmosphere
which will take you into the desert. curated by legendary jazz artists at
Spot Arabian gazelles and oryx en The Boathouse Bar & Grill. Enjoy
route, and enjoy a four-course feast exclusive beverages and epicurean
under the stars. Day 2 starts at delights from around the globe.
sunrise with a hot-air-balloon flight
across the desert and ends with a Discover La Rhumerie de Chamarel
complimentary drink and with a personal guide who will
personalized flight certificate. teach you how to make exquisite
rum. Then make your own cocktail
The Riding School. Situated on the to savor. Enjoy lunch at
resort’s grounds, this features a L’Alchimiste Restaurant.
cross-country course and year-
round riding track. Evening rides Le Morne Brabant Hiking. Walk
with camp fire can be organized. through one of island’s wildest and
best-preserved mountains, once a
La Perle. A new show boasting 45o sanctuary for runaway slaves. From
performances a year in a state-of- the top, take in breathtaking views
the-art aqua theatre. Filled with 2.5 over the lagoons and beyond.
million liters of water, the theatre
– which seats an intimate 1,300 – Cycle back in time on a cultural
can change from a dry platform to tour, zipping through sugar
The Grand Salon; a Deluxe guest room an aquatic stage. A cast of 65 Aerial view of Le Morne peninsula; a St. Regis Grand Suite Bedroom, just steps away from the beach and lagoon cane fields to a Hindu temple with
world-class artists will perform its colorful carvings of deities.
Feted as the first equestrian-inspired St. Regis globally, with its roots firmly breathtaking aqua and aerial feats. The Indian Ocean is famed for many things: blissful beaches, indigo seas, sublime diving
embedded in the sport of kings, The St. Regis Dubai, Al Habtoor Polo Resort & and a vibrant culture that melds Asian and African traditions. Mauritius brings these Family Traditions at St. Regis
Club debuted in February 2017. Located at the south-eastern tip of the Arabian Family Traditions at St. Regis together, then adds a few more. Sheltered from the open sea by the world’s third largest program: Explore the coves and
Peninsula, the resort has been designed around three polo fields and styled around program: A seaplane tour, with coral reef, the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” also harbors some of the planet’s most lagoons of the south-west coastline
an Andalusian heritage. In the Equine Library, guests can unwind among the spectacular views of Dubai and Abu beautiful mountain scenery: waterfalls, lush forests and wildlife that you won’t find and snorkel in crystal-clear waters.
anthology of books and prized artifacts, while The St. Regis Polo Bar creates a Dhabi, on a dramatic flight along the anywhere else, such as the Mauritian flying fox. The St. Regis Mauritius Resort has a Then sail on to the famous Bénitiers
sporty, club-lounge atmosphere. The Andalucia restaurant is open throughout the Persian Gulf. Soar over the world’s beachfront setting at Le Morne, a peninsula at the south-western tip of the island, and Island where you will relax and
day, serving Mediterranean cuisine. There is also a steakhouse – The Grill Pit – tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa, will indulge you with fine food and wine. The hotel welcomes the arrival of executive enjoy a mouth-watering. seafood
which combines a theater-style kitchen and cellar, and a tapas restaurant with a and fly to Yas Marina to spend the chef Nicolas De Visch, who has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants around the barbecue. Later, watch a stunning
central, open kitchen. The Iridium Spa, with its hacienda-style architecture, afternoon at Ferrari World world. There are also spa experiences, world-class kite surfing, activities and excursions sunset while kite-flying at Le Morne
offers bespoke treatments. Another pièce de résistance is the Ballroom, spanning Amusement Park. Learn more at to excite the senses. The peninsula has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2008, Beach. Learn more at
more than 5,000 sq feet and crowned by a prancing horse and crystal chandelier. stregis.com/familytraditions and is less than 60 minutes’ drive from the capital and 20 minutes’ drive from the famed stregis.com/familytraditions
As befits its standing, the resort features premium stabling for top-quality horses. Black River Gorges National Park.
BEST MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT, BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT AND
DEBUTED FEBRUARY 2017
HOTEL OF THE YEAR AT THE FOOD AND TRAVEL GCC AWARDS 2016
Wadi Al Safa 5, Emirates Road 611, Dubai, United Arab Emirates T. (971) 4 435 4400 stregis/alhabtoorpoloresortandclub.com Doha West Bay, Doha 14435, Qatar T. (974) 44460000 [email protected] stregis.com/doha
126 rooms and suites; 25 guest villas; 6 restaurants and bars; Iridium spa; pool; horse-riding school; polo academy; 4 polo fields 336 guest rooms and suites; 11 restaurants and bars; spa; pool; gym; tennis; private beach
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