Polish coat-of-arms. From Polish Wikipedia. Originally uploaded at pl Grafika Godło Polski.
Tuesday, 9 January 2018 – Poland’s President Andrzej Duda swore in new foreign, finance, defence, interior, health and environment ministers following a sweeping cabinet reshuffle.
The reshuffle comes just over halfway through the conservative Law and Justice (PiS) government’s term in office.
Economist Teresa Czerwińska is Poland’s new Finance Minister. Former Interior Minister Mariusz Błaszczak was appointed Defence Minister.
The Interior Minister’s portfolio was handed to PiS party stalwart Joachim Brudziński, up to now a Deputy Parliamentary Speaker.
Witold Waszczykowski was replaced as Foreign Minister by political scientist and lecturer Jacek Czaputowicz.Łukasz Szumowski replaced Prince Konstanty Radziwiłł as Health Minister.
Henryk Kowalczyk, until now a Cabinet Minister heading the Government Standing Committee, is the new Environment Minister.
In other appointments on January 9, Jadwiga Emilewicz became the Minister of Entrepreneurship and Technology, Andrzej Adamczyk was appointed Minister of Infrastructure, and Jerzy Kwieciński became Minister for Investment and Development.
For further information:
Prime Minister and Government of Poland: https://www.premier.gov.pl/en.html
Michael Kretschmer – Picture by Pawel Sosnowski, Sächsische Staatskanzlei
The Free State of Saxony is led by Christian-Democrat politician Michael Kretschmer after his predecessor Stanislaw Tillich stepped down of his own accord. The State Assembly (Landtag) voted him as Premier (Ministerpräsident) with 69 out of 126 ballots.
Premier Kretschmer previously was member of the Federal Bundestag from 2013 to September 2017 as representative of the district Löbau-Zittau-Görlitz-Niesky. Therein he served in the parliamentary committees for German-Polish, German-Czech and German-Russian relations.
Moreover, Premier Kretschmer was a deputy member of the Bundestag committee on Education, Science and Technology Assessment.For further information: https://www.ministerpraesident.sachsen.de/biografie-des-ministerpraesidenten-3407.htmlhttp://www.michaelkretschmer.de
Bernhard Mattes, President AmCham Germany, Prof. Dr. Andreas Pinkwart, Minister of Economy for NRW, Dr. Alexander Schröder-Frerkes, Chair of AmCham.Monday, 15 January 2018, Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany – A traditional New Year’s reception was hosted by the American Chambers of Commerce (AmCham) in the capital of Germany’s most populous federal state North Rhine-Westphalia. All guests were welcomed to the function by the regional chairman of AmCham in NRW, Dr. Alexander Schröder. Special guest and keynote speaker was NRW Economy Minister, Prof. Dr. Andreas Pinkwart, who spoke about the ongoing opportunities and obstacles in German-American relations. President of AmCham, Mr Bernhard Mattes in his turn highlighted the importance of digitalisation that has been a topic all throughout 2017. On the other hand, a hot potato issue has been the Trump administration’s stance on trade. AmCham was in 2017 twice in Washington D.C. partaking in bilateral discussions and promoting free trade as well as the abrogation of barriers, and little protectionism. Albeit President Donald Trump polarises public opinion, US-American-German trade liaisons are still rather solid. Yet there is a climate on uncertainty due to the administration’s mercurial governmental programme. Particularly there is still uncertainty about the realisation of TTIP. Trump’s administration has not pursued it further, however, it has not been discarded either. American and German business élites are eager for a new German government to take office so that they can put forward the matter anew vis-à-vis the USA. For further information:AmCham: https://www.amcham.dehttps://www.amcham.de/medialibrary/event-galleries/?tx_yag_pi1%5Bc1787%5D%5BalbumUid%5D=107&tx_yag_pi1%5Bc1787%5D%5BgalleryUid%5D=2&tx_yag_pi1%5BitemListc1787%5D%5BpagerCollection%5D%5Bpage%5D=3&tx_yag_pi1%5Baction%5D=list&tx_yag_pi1%5Bcontroller%5D=ItemList&cHash=2d8ed229cfdefd11b4153e231b81eb43Minister of Economy of NRW (Prof. Dr. Andreas Pinkwart): https://www.wirtschaft.nrw/minister ——————Photo credit: AmCham Germany/Jürgen Markus.
Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel and Slovak Ambassador Dr. Peter Lizák.
Berlin, Chancery of the Embassy of the Slovak Republic to the Federal Republic of Germany: A reception co-hosted with the region of Košice (Kaschau) in Berlin was largely attended on January 10th by members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Germany, including the Dean, Archbishop Dr. Nikola Eterović, and colleagues hailing from all continents, business people with ties to Slovakia, representatives from Audi, Commerzbank as well as Germany’s Vice-Chancellor and Foreign Minister, Sigmar Gabriel as guest of honor.
Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel, Ambassador Dr. Peter Lizák and awardees drink to the Slovak statehood.
The soirée was very much appreciated by the large number of guests, not merely because of all the Slovak specialities served, including beers and wines hailing from Slovakia but also because of the rather entertaining allocution held by Minister Sigmar Gabriel highlighting Germany’s commitment to Slovakia as a member of the EU.
Sigmar Gabriel merrily and with much acumen mentioned that in spite of differences, Germany and Slovakia, as well as other EU members now merely fight “over money”, in committees rather than at battlefields, and the latter is what makes the European project so special.
AmbassadorDr. Peter Lizák took the opportunity to highlight the success of Slovak sovereignty after the country separated from Czechia through a peaceful separation of Czechoslovakia known as the “Velvet Divorce”. Ambassador Dr. Lizák and Prime Minister Robert Fico at his turn in Bratislava, emphasised the fact, that despite the separation, Slovakia and Czechia are very special partners.
A musical band from Košice was also present during the function to entertain the guests.
Slovakia and Czechia went their own paths on 1 January 1993.
For further information:
Embassy of Slovakia to Germany, Ambassador Dr. Peter Lizák : http://www.mzv.sk/berlin
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Photography by the Embassy of Slovakia.
In Leeuwarden, capital of the region of Frisia in the northern part of The Netherlands, the project called “European Cultural Capital” has been turned into a social experiment. The objective is to transform the city into the most open-minded community (“iepen mienskip” in the regional Frisian language) possible by means of art and culture. Themes like sustainability, diversity and social justice will be addressed in numerous exhibits, workshops and performances. Leeuwarden will give the downbeat to its cultural capital year rather quietly, with a concert by a children’s choir and free admission to museums. Malta, for its part, has opted for a big, week-long opening party. Organizers have announced a “festa” a traditional island festival with music, dance and street art. Not stopping at Malta’s beautiful beaches, the party will continue on to the neighbouring island of Gozo. The popular tourist destination is part of the state of Malta.Despite its relatively modest budget, the Maltese cultural calendar is full, with 140 projects and 400 events planned for the entire year in and around Valletta. The “European Year of Cultural Heritage” 2018 will also be observed in Malta, with “the unique heritage of the Maltese islands” celebrated in Valletta.With the Greek capital Athens chosen as the first “European Cultural Capital” in 1985, the institution was initiated by the former Greek cultural minister Melina Mercouri to raise awareness of the unique cultural features of various European cities. Subsidized by the EU, the project has become a catalyst for urban development and tourism.In 2019 the selected cities are Matera, Italy as well as Plovdiv, Bulgaria.For further information:http://valletta2018.orghttps://www.friesland.nl/en/european-capital-of-culture
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Valletta – Picture by Waldominguez
Thursday 7th December 2017; Bulgari resort in Dubai, its an urban oasis on Jumeira Bay, an ultimate urban resort. The Bulgari Resort Dubai is part of the Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai, developed by Meraas, a leading Dubai-based holding company.
Located on the magical seahorse shaped island, it is set to become the destination of choice for visitors seeking the solitude of an island escape, the residential feeling of a private house, yet situated just minutes from the heart of the vibrant city and its cultural attractions. It is the newest addition to the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection; the fifth in the group, following on from the most recently launched Bulgari Hotel Beijing, which opened in September 2017. It joins a growing portfolio of properties around the world, which began with the inaugural Bulgari Hotel Milan in 2004, The Bulgari Resort Bali in 2006 and The Bulgari Hotel London in 2012, and will be followed by Shanghai in early 2018, and then Moscow in 2020.
As with all the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, the Bulgari Resort Dubai was designed by renowned Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel. Both the interiors and exteriors have been created with the same detail and precision of a Bulgari jewel: pairing rare, raw materials according to colour, texture and feel, and sculpting them into objects of enduring beauty. Styled with European inspired boulevards, illuminated gardens and pools, it blends Mediterranean landscaping with the natural surroundings of the shores of the Arabian Gulf.
“The Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai is another milestone for the Bulgari Hotels and Resorts Collection and represents a tribute to the importance of the Middle East market for the Bulgari brand. It is an honour for us to partner with Meraas on this extraordinary project, which brings the best of the Italian design and lifestyle culture to one of the most modern and future oriented city in the world,” said Jean-Christophe Babin, Chief Executive Officer of Bulgari.
Commenting on the completion of the Bulgari Resort, His Excellency Abdulla Al Habbai, Meraas Group Chairman said: “We are proud to deliver The Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai, a first-of-its-kind master development in scale and magnitude for Bulgari. Our partnership stems from shared values and a common objective to offer unique and exquisite experiences in Dubai and the region. We are confident this project will contribute and will add a new dimension to the tourism and hospitality landscape in-line with the Dubai Vision 2020 for tourism and strengthen Dubai’s global position as a leading tourism destination.”
Embracing a maritime theme, customising the resort to echo its unique island home, luscious Italian marble has been used along with coral inspired exteriors to truly epitomise the ocean surroundings. Meanwhile, in the spirit of integral designs dating back to the 1930s, the architects hand-selected or custom-designed every element for consistency, comfort and purity, allowing the hotel’s design to maintain an uncompromisingly Italian style, while simultaneously incorporating the uniqueness of its destination, exuding timeless glamour. Each piece, from the marble bathtubs to the sculpted door handles, hail from the finest quality materials and is incorporated in a unified, seamless fashion.
The resort includes 101 hotel rooms and suites and 20 hotel villas, all exquisitely furnished with the highest quality Italian luxury furniture brands such as Maxalto, Flos, Fexform and others, in an expression of the quality of ‘Made in Italy’. All rooms and suites have expansive views over the breathtaking Dubai skyline or the Arabian Gulf, with large balconies to truly soak up the magnificent scenery.
For guests looking for ultimate space and privacy, the resort’s five categories of villa enable families and friends to create a bespoke experience. Ranging from one to three bedrooms, with options to connect villas, the properties vary from 175 sqm to 540 sqm in size, all with a personal butler service and private pool and gazebo. The 540 sqm Bulgari Villa is the ultimate jewel in the crown, and is ideal for family escapes or a gathering of friends. Features include a large living area, a sunken bath tub and a private lush garden with a large outdoor swimming pool, to ensure guests are provided with every home comfort they could possibly need.
The 1,700 sqm BVLGARI Spa adds a further luxurious touch to the guest experience with eight treatment rooms and 25-metre indoor pool with full sea view through its magnificent floor to ceiling windows, providing guests with that ‘on the beach’ feeling, whatever the weather. Guests will enjoy the ultimate wellbeing experience, immersing in innovative treatments, therapies and grooming for both men and women, in addition to thermal and bathing experiences. Adjacent to the spa, a state-of-the-art fitness centre offers Workshop Gymnasium signature training method: a results-driven approach that redefines the very concept of well-being.
In true Italian tradition, where excellent dining is a must, the resort offers several sumptuous offerings. Bulgari Hotels & Resorts’ own Michelin starred Italian chef, Niko Romito, has curated a blend of modern and classical Italian concepts exclusively for Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, interpreting the exquisite flavours of Italy with modern simplicity. Working from his three-starred restaurant in Italy, and regularly counselling his personally-trained chef resident in the hotel, he brings to Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, a menu that expresses the Italian culture at its best.
In the same space of Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, guests will find Il Bar, where they can enjoy signature beverages at the quintessential steel and bronze oval bar, while soaking up the magical dusk on the outdoor terrace, with views sweeping across the Arabian Gulf.
Guests can also enjoy the same sense of Italian simplicity and flavours at Il Cafe, while in the classically-designed Lobby Lounge, offering the residential atmosphere of a living room where guests can enjoy Italian-themed teas in a relaxed setting, surrounded by sumptuous soft furnishings, coffee table books and famous icons of Bulgari’s rich heritage, a taste of modern Italian comfort.
The resort’s beach, La Spiaggia, with private villa cabanas, a children’s pool and club and an outdoor pool and restaurant, is the perfect spot to wind down by day or night. During the day, guests can enjoy a variety of international food and drinks, while by night, the beach club glistens under the lanterns and candlelight, and offers the perfect spot to enjoy the sea breeze.
Nestled on the end of the Marina, the world’s first Bulgari Marina & Yacht Club is a unique destination which overlooks a 50-boat harbour and recreates the charm of a Mediterranean village in the heart of the Arabian Gulf. Featuring amenities including the Yacht Club Italian Restaurant specializing in fish, the members lounge, outdoor pool and bar, and the first branded kids’ club, the Little Gems Club, the Yacht Club is set to become an exclusive destination.
Whether guests are looking to host corporate events, intimate family gatherings or lavish weddings, the resort is not only a location to vacation, but the ideal events destination. The 360 sqm BVLGARI Ballroom located in the Yacht Club can be customised for large scale events and offers state-of-the-art technology. With a stunning sea view, this location is fit for bespoke special occasions and business events alike. Located at the Resort, La Limonaia, the secret lemon-tree garden offers guests a private country garden-style space with the quaintness of old Italy, while offering impressive views of the Dubai skyline.
BVLGARI Il Cioccolato boutique, offering the renown ‘chocolate gem’ delicious creations, and a Concept store, where guests can find the sophisticated Bulgari Le Gemme perfume collection together with a selection of items from top niche international designers, complete the Resort experience.
Conveniently situated in the stunning Jumeira area in the centre of Dubai, the resort is just a short drive from many of the city’s attractions. Slightly further away on the north side rises the magnificent Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood along Dubai Creek, where the city’s flavours, culture and diversity truly come to life, while, on the other side, the trendy areas of Dubai are only a few miles away.
The inauguration of the Bulgari Resort Dubai will be followed in close succession by the opening of an additional two Bulgari hotels: Shanghai (2018) and Moscow (2020).
About Bulgari Hotels & Resorts
Unique locations in harmony with the surrounding area, the blend of traditional design with dramatic contemporary Italian architecture by the architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and superior service crafted with the same attention to quality that has always distinguished Bulgari creations. These are the key elements that characterize The Bulgari Hotels and Resorts collection.
For all the hotels, the approach is the same: the design of the interiors is strongly rooted in the traditions of the place, and careful attention is paid to every detail in a tribute to absolute luxury.
The Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection features the distinctive, bold Italian style typical of Bulgari, reflected in its unique design, its contemporary Italian cuisine and its lavish SPAs. It conveys the excitement of the Bulgari brand, its timeless glamour and its magnificent Italian jewelry heritage.
Having grown from a collection of three iconic Hotels & Resorts in Milan, London and Bali, Bulgari Hotels and Resorts was recently enriched by the Beijing property and will add a fifth jewel to the collection with the opening of Dubai. Two further Bulgari Hotels are due to open between 2018 and 2020 in Shanghai and Moscow
About Meraas
Meraas is dedicated to making Dubai and the UAE better for people to live, work and play in. We design for a diverse mix of people to stimulate a creative urban culture where the next generation of ideas, businesses and communities can take root. Our investments ensure a better future for generations to come and stretch across different sectors including food, retail, leisure, hospitality, health and education. Our destinations which include to date – City Walk, The Beach, Boxpark, Last Exit, The Outlet Village, Kite Beach, Bluewaters, La Mer and Al Seef – are open places for communities to socialise, explore, learn, play, create and innovate.
About Bulgari
Bulgari was founded in Rome in 1884 as a jewelry shop and quickly established a reputation for Italian excellence with exquisite craftsmanship and magnificent jewelry creations. The Company’s international success has evolved into a global and diversified luxury purveyor of products and services ranging from fine jewels and watches to accessories perfumes and hotels, with an unrivalled network of outlets in the world’s most exclusive areas. Since 2011 Bulgari is part of the LVMH Group.
For further information: https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/dubaihttp://en.worldtempus.com/article/bulgari-the-bulgari-resort-dubai-is-now-open-25146.html
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Text and pictures by Bvlgari
By Paulo Marques Morgado, CEO, MorGroup.
The Africa Trade & Investment Global Summit (ATIGS) is a unique high-level conference and exhibition; a biennial business platform designed to promote and facilitate international trade between Americas, Asia, EU, UAE, with Africa, facilitate foreign direct investment in Africa and provide a platform for businesses to expand into new markets.
Under the theme: “Driving Trade, Unleashing Investment and Enhancing Economic Development: the Gateway to African Markets” the event will provide a unique platform to gain strategic knowledge about local investment opportunities and business networking. Deal-making will top the agenda at ATIGS 2018, including 16 economic sectors, particularly manufacturing, agribusiness, power, construction, transportation, IT, tourism, telecoms, and natural resources sectors. High-potential projects in Africa will be presented to international investors. Featured agenda items will include projects showcase, deal marketplace, exhibition, country presentations among others. The ATIGS 2018 will bring together key policymakers, African Ministers, Ambassadors and senior government representatives in various intergovernmental bodies.
Africa Trade and Investment Global Summit 2018 (ATIGS)
2000+ Participants | 150+ Speakers | 350+ Investors
World Trade Center Washington D.C – Ronald Reagan Building
June 24-26, 2018 | Website: www.atigs2018.com
Direct Registration Link: https://atigs2018.eventbrite.com/?aff=MorGroup
For more information contact: pmorgado@morgroup.com
The Hague, Netherlands — 11 January 2018 — The Director-General of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), Ambassador Ahmet Üzümcü, applauded the complete elimination of the Category 2 chemical materials removed from Libya and transported to Germany for destruction at ceremony hosted by the Government of Germany and held on 11 January at the chemical weapons destruction facility operated by GEKA mbH in Munster, Germany.
In attendance were high-level Libyan and German officials, including: Minister of Foreign Affairs of Libya, H.E. Mr Mohamed Taha Siala; State Secretary, German Federal Ministry of Defense, Dr Katrin Suder; Deputy Federal Commissioner for Disarmament and Arms Control, German Federal Foreign Office, Ms Susanne Baumann; as well as the Permanent Representatives to the OPCW for Libya, Dr Ali Gebril Werfeli, and for Germany, H.E. Ambassador Christine Weil.
The Director General stated in his remarks: “Today’s event marks a historic occasion for disarmament and international security. It heralds the end of Libya’s chemical demilitarisation process and another step towards fulfilling the core goal of the Chemical Weapons Convention – the complete and permanent eradication of all chemical weapons.”
He further expressed that “the removal and destruction of approximately 500 metric tonnes of Libya’s Category 2 chemical agents was an extraordinary operation that necessitated agility, creativity, and above all close international cooperation”. The Libya operation represents “a prime example of the OPCW’s motto – working together for a world free of chemical weapons – in action”.
During the ceremony, the Director-General presented a certificate to the Libyan government in recognition of the complete destruction of all its declared chemical weapon stockpiles.
GEKA’s highly-capable specialised facility in Munster was designated to destroy the chemical weapons stockpile removed from Libyan territory in an international operation coordinated by the OPCW in 2016. The OPCW verified the completed destruction of these materials at GEKA on 23 November 2017.
On the picture H.E. Jean Pierre Karabaranga, Ambassador of Rwanda.
The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in The Hague will move on 1st February 2018, to their new premises on Parkstraat 15-25, 2514 JD Den Haag (4th Floor). All landlines, Mobile Phones and Emails shall remain the unchanged.
Newly appointed Ambassador of Pakistan to the Netherlands, H.E Ambassador Shujjat Ali Rathore formally presented his Letter of Credentials to His Majesty King Willem Alexander on 10th January 2018, in an impressive ceremony at the Noordeinde Royal Palace in The Hague followed by a short meeting with the King.
Embracing a maritime theme, customising the resort to echo its unique island home, luscious Italian marble has been used along with coral inspired exteriors to truly epitomise the ocean surroundings. Meanwhile, in the spirit of integral designs dating back to the 1930s, the architects hand-selected or custom-designed every element for consistency, comfort and purity, allowing the hotel’s design to maintain an uncompromisingly Italian style, while simultaneously incorporating the uniqueness of its destination, exuding timeless glamour. Each piece, from the marble bathtubs to the sculpted door handles, hail from the finest quality materials and is incorporated in a unified, seamless fashion.
The resort includes 101 hotel rooms and suites and 20 hotel villas, all exquisitely furnished with the highest quality Italian luxury furniture brands such as Maxalto, Flos, Fexform and others, in an expression of the quality of ‘Made in Italy’. All rooms and suites have expansive views over the breathtaking Dubai skyline or the Arabian Gulf, with large balconies to truly soak up the magnificent scenery.
For guests looking for ultimate space and privacy, the resort’s five categories of villa enable families and friends to create a bespoke experience. Ranging from one to three bedrooms, with options to connect villas, the properties vary from 175 sqm to 540 sqm in size, all with a personal butler service and private pool and gazebo. The 540 sqm Bulgari Villa is the ultimate jewel in the crown, and is ideal for family escapes or a gathering of friends. Features include a large living area, a sunken bath tub and a private lush garden with a large outdoor swimming pool, to ensure guests are provided with every home comfort they could possibly need.
The 1,700 sqm BVLGARI Spa adds a further luxurious touch to the guest experience with eight treatment rooms and 25-metre indoor pool with full sea view through its magnificent floor to ceiling windows, providing guests with that ‘on the beach’ feeling, whatever the weather. Guests will enjoy the ultimate wellbeing experience, immersing in innovative treatments, therapies and grooming for both men and women, in addition to thermal and bathing experiences. Adjacent to the spa, a state-of-the-art fitness centre offers Workshop Gymnasium signature training method: a results-driven approach that redefines the very concept of well-being.
In true Italian tradition, where excellent dining is a must, the resort offers several sumptuous offerings. Bulgari Hotels & Resorts’ own Michelin starred Italian chef, Niko Romito, has curated a blend of modern and classical Italian concepts exclusively for Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, interpreting the exquisite flavours of Italy with modern simplicity. Working from his three-starred restaurant in Italy, and regularly counselling his personally-trained chef resident in the hotel, he brings to Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, a menu that expresses the Italian culture at its best.
In the same space of Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, guests will find Il Bar, where they can enjoy signature beverages at the quintessential steel and bronze oval bar, while soaking up the magical dusk on the outdoor terrace, with views sweeping across the Arabian Gulf.
Guests can also enjoy the same sense of Italian simplicity and flavours at Il Cafe, while in the classically-designed Lobby Lounge, offering the residential atmosphere of a living room where guests can enjoy Italian-themed teas in a relaxed setting, surrounded by sumptuous soft furnishings, coffee table books and famous icons of Bulgari’s rich heritage, a taste of modern Italian comfort.
The resort’s beach, La Spiaggia, with private villa cabanas, a children’s pool and club and an outdoor pool and restaurant, is the perfect spot to wind down by day or night. During the day, guests can enjoy a variety of international food and drinks, while by night, the beach club glistens under the lanterns and candlelight, and offers the perfect spot to enjoy the sea breeze.
Nestled on the end of the Marina, the world’s first Bulgari Marina & Yacht Club is a unique destination which overlooks a 50-boat harbour and recreates the charm of a Mediterranean village in the heart of the Arabian Gulf. Featuring amenities including the Yacht Club Italian Restaurant specializing in fish, the members lounge, outdoor pool and bar, and the first branded kids’ club, the Little Gems Club, the Yacht Club is set to become an exclusive destination.
Whether guests are looking to host corporate events, intimate family gatherings or lavish weddings, the resort is not only a location to vacation, but the ideal events destination. The 360 sqm BVLGARI Ballroom located in the Yacht Club can be customised for large scale events and offers state-of-the-art technology. With a stunning sea view, this location is fit for bespoke special occasions and business events alike. Located at the Resort, La Limonaia, the secret lemon-tree garden offers guests a private country garden-style space with the quaintness of old Italy, while offering impressive views of the Dubai skyline.
BVLGARI Il Cioccolato boutique, offering the renown ‘chocolate gem’ delicious creations, and a Concept store, where guests can find the sophisticated Bulgari Le Gemme perfume collection together with a selection of items from top niche international designers, complete the Resort experience.
Conveniently situated in the stunning Jumeira area in the centre of Dubai, the resort is just a short drive from many of the city’s attractions. Slightly further away on the north side rises the magnificent Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood along Dubai Creek, where the city’s flavours, culture and diversity truly come to life, while, on the other side, the trendy areas of Dubai are only a few miles away.
The inauguration of the Bulgari Resort Dubai will be followed in close succession by the opening of an additional two Bulgari hotels: Shanghai (2018) and Moscow (2020).
About Bulgari Hotels & Resorts
Unique locations in harmony with the surrounding area, the blend of traditional design with dramatic contemporary Italian architecture by the architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and superior service crafted with the same attention to quality that has always distinguished Bulgari creations. These are the key elements that characterize The Bulgari Hotels and Resorts collection.
For all the hotels, the approach is the same: the design of the interiors is strongly rooted in the traditions of the place, and careful attention is paid to every detail in a tribute to absolute luxury.
The Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection features the distinctive, bold Italian style typical of Bulgari, reflected in its unique design, its contemporary Italian cuisine and its lavish SPAs. It conveys the excitement of the Bulgari brand, its timeless glamour and its magnificent Italian jewelry heritage.
Having grown from a collection of three iconic Hotels & Resorts in Milan, London and Bali, Bulgari Hotels and Resorts was recently enriched by the Beijing property and will add a fifth jewel to the collection with the opening of Dubai. Two further Bulgari Hotels are due to open between 2018 and 2020 in Shanghai and Moscow
About Meraas
Meraas is dedicated to making Dubai and the UAE better for people to live, work and play in. We design for a diverse mix of people to stimulate a creative urban culture where the next generation of ideas, businesses and communities can take root. Our investments ensure a better future for generations to come and stretch across different sectors including food, retail, leisure, hospitality, health and education. Our destinations which include to date – City Walk, The Beach, Boxpark, Last Exit, The Outlet Village, Kite Beach, Bluewaters, La Mer and Al Seef – are open places for communities to socialise, explore, learn, play, create and innovate.
About Bulgari
Bulgari was founded in Rome in 1884 as a jewelry shop and quickly established a reputation for Italian excellence with exquisite craftsmanship and magnificent jewelry creations. The Company’s international success has evolved into a global and diversified luxury purveyor of products and services ranging from fine jewels and watches to accessories perfumes and hotels, with an unrivalled network of outlets in the world’s most exclusive areas. Since 2011 Bulgari is part of the LVMH Group.
For further information:
https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/dubai
http://en.worldtempus.com/article/bulgari-the-bulgari-resort-dubai-is-now-open-25146.html
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Text and pictures by Bvlgari 
Embracing a maritime theme, customising the resort to echo its unique island home, luscious Italian marble has been used along with coral inspired exteriors to truly epitomise the ocean surroundings. Meanwhile, in the spirit of integral designs dating back to the 1930s, the architects hand-selected or custom-designed every element for consistency, comfort and purity, allowing the hotel’s design to maintain an uncompromisingly Italian style, while simultaneously incorporating the uniqueness of its destination, exuding timeless glamour. Each piece, from the marble bathtubs to the sculpted door handles, hail from the finest quality materials and is incorporated in a unified, seamless fashion.
The resort includes 101 hotel rooms and suites and 20 hotel villas, all exquisitely furnished with the highest quality Italian luxury furniture brands such as Maxalto, Flos, Fexform and others, in an expression of the quality of ‘Made in Italy’. All rooms and suites have expansive views over the breathtaking Dubai skyline or the Arabian Gulf, with large balconies to truly soak up the magnificent scenery.
For guests looking for ultimate space and privacy, the resort’s five categories of villa enable families and friends to create a bespoke experience. Ranging from one to three bedrooms, with options to connect villas, the properties vary from 175 sqm to 540 sqm in size, all with a personal butler service and private pool and gazebo. The 540 sqm Bulgari Villa is the ultimate jewel in the crown, and is ideal for family escapes or a gathering of friends. Features include a large living area, a sunken bath tub and a private lush garden with a large outdoor swimming pool, to ensure guests are provided with every home comfort they could possibly need.
The 1,700 sqm BVLGARI Spa adds a further luxurious touch to the guest experience with eight treatment rooms and 25-metre indoor pool with full sea view through its magnificent floor to ceiling windows, providing guests with that ‘on the beach’ feeling, whatever the weather. Guests will enjoy the ultimate wellbeing experience, immersing in innovative treatments, therapies and grooming for both men and women, in addition to thermal and bathing experiences. Adjacent to the spa, a state-of-the-art fitness centre offers Workshop Gymnasium signature training method: a results-driven approach that redefines the very concept of well-being.
In true Italian tradition, where excellent dining is a must, the resort offers several sumptuous offerings. Bulgari Hotels & Resorts’ own Michelin starred Italian chef, Niko Romito, has curated a blend of modern and classical Italian concepts exclusively for Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, interpreting the exquisite flavours of Italy with modern simplicity. Working from his three-starred restaurant in Italy, and regularly counselling his personally-trained chef resident in the hotel, he brings to Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, a menu that expresses the Italian culture at its best.
In the same space of Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, guests will find Il Bar, where they can enjoy signature beverages at the quintessential steel and bronze oval bar, while soaking up the magical dusk on the outdoor terrace, with views sweeping across the Arabian Gulf.
Guests can also enjoy the same sense of Italian simplicity and flavours at Il Cafe, while in the classically-designed Lobby Lounge, offering the residential atmosphere of a living room where guests can enjoy Italian-themed teas in a relaxed setting, surrounded by sumptuous soft furnishings, coffee table books and famous icons of Bulgari’s rich heritage, a taste of modern Italian comfort.
The resort’s beach, La Spiaggia, with private villa cabanas, a children’s pool and club and an outdoor pool and restaurant, is the perfect spot to wind down by day or night. During the day, guests can enjoy a variety of international food and drinks, while by night, the beach club glistens under the lanterns and candlelight, and offers the perfect spot to enjoy the sea breeze.
Nestled on the end of the Marina, the world’s first Bulgari Marina & Yacht Club is a unique destination which overlooks a 50-boat harbour and recreates the charm of a Mediterranean village in the heart of the Arabian Gulf. Featuring amenities including the Yacht Club Italian Restaurant specializing in fish, the members lounge, outdoor pool and bar, and the first branded kids’ club, the Little Gems Club, the Yacht Club is set to become an exclusive destination.
Whether guests are looking to host corporate events, intimate family gatherings or lavish weddings, the resort is not only a location to vacation, but the ideal events destination. The 360 sqm BVLGARI Ballroom located in the Yacht Club can be customised for large scale events and offers state-of-the-art technology. With a stunning sea view, this location is fit for bespoke special occasions and business events alike. Located at the Resort, La Limonaia, the secret lemon-tree garden offers guests a private country garden-style space with the quaintness of old Italy, while offering impressive views of the Dubai skyline.
BVLGARI Il Cioccolato boutique, offering the renown ‘chocolate gem’ delicious creations, and a Concept store, where guests can find the sophisticated Bulgari Le Gemme perfume collection together with a selection of items from top niche international designers, complete the Resort experience.
Conveniently situated in the stunning Jumeira area in the centre of Dubai, the resort is just a short drive from many of the city’s attractions. Slightly further away on the north side rises the magnificent Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood along Dubai Creek, where the city’s flavours, culture and diversity truly come to life, while, on the other side, the trendy areas of Dubai are only a few miles away.
The inauguration of the Bulgari Resort Dubai will be followed in close succession by the opening of an additional two Bulgari hotels: Shanghai (2018) and Moscow (2020).
About Bulgari Hotels & Resorts
Unique locations in harmony with the surrounding area, the blend of traditional design with dramatic contemporary Italian architecture by the architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and superior service crafted with the same attention to quality that has always distinguished Bulgari creations. These are the key elements that characterize The Bulgari Hotels and Resorts collection.
For all the hotels, the approach is the same: the design of the interiors is strongly rooted in the traditions of the place, and careful attention is paid to every detail in a tribute to absolute luxury.
The Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection features the distinctive, bold Italian style typical of Bulgari, reflected in its unique design, its contemporary Italian cuisine and its lavish SPAs. It conveys the excitement of the Bulgari brand, its timeless glamour and its magnificent Italian jewelry heritage.
Having grown from a collection of three iconic Hotels & Resorts in Milan, London and Bali, Bulgari Hotels and Resorts was recently enriched by the Beijing property and will add a fifth jewel to the collection with the opening of Dubai. Two further Bulgari Hotels are due to open between 2018 and 2020 in Shanghai and Moscow
About Meraas
Meraas is dedicated to making Dubai and the UAE better for people to live, work and play in. We design for a diverse mix of people to stimulate a creative urban culture where the next generation of ideas, businesses and communities can take root. Our investments ensure a better future for generations to come and stretch across different sectors including food, retail, leisure, hospitality, health and education. Our destinations which include to date – City Walk, The Beach, Boxpark, Last Exit, The Outlet Village, Kite Beach, Bluewaters, La Mer and Al Seef – are open places for communities to socialise, explore, learn, play, create and innovate.
About Bulgari
Bulgari was founded in Rome in 1884 as a jewelry shop and quickly established a reputation for Italian excellence with exquisite craftsmanship and magnificent jewelry creations. The Company’s international success has evolved into a global and diversified luxury purveyor of products and services ranging from fine jewels and watches to accessories perfumes and hotels, with an unrivalled network of outlets in the world’s most exclusive areas. Since 2011 Bulgari is part of the LVMH Group.
For further information:
https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/dubai
http://en.worldtempus.com/article/bulgari-the-bulgari-resort-dubai-is-now-open-25146.html
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Text and pictures by Bvlgari 
