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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai is the ultimate destination to celebrate festive the exotic way. Find out what’s happening at the resort and book ahead.
FESTIVE TAKEAWAY
Turkey-to-go and Christmas delights
Emperor Lounge
Leave the stress of cooking a mouthwatering dinner complete with traditional trimmings in the hands of expert chefs. All you have to do is invite family and friends over and indulge this festive season. Complete your festive spread with delights such as mince pies, gingerbread cookies, and snickerdoodles, or satisfy those chocolate cravings with a variety of creatively crafted festive confections, including a four-flavour chocolate praline, a chocolate sleigh, and more.
The turkey dinner is available until December 25. AED 500 for 6kgs (6-8 pax) and AED 650 for 8kgs (10-12 pax). The festive delights are available until January 7.
AFTERNOON TEA
Enjoy a festive-themed Afternoon Tea with a selection of premium beverages, teas and coffee, accompanied by freshly baked mince pies and plum cake, all while being serenaded by a live musician playing an array of uplifting festive tunes. On December 18, children are invited to celebrate the act of giving back, with a special Teddy Bear afternoon tea. Children can donate a stuffed toy of their choice that will then be gifted to a child less fortunate. Little ones will also be treated to freshly made hot chocolate and delightful treats.
Festive afternoon tea is available from December 15 to January 7, from 2-5 pm. AED 275 AED for 2 persons and AED 395 for 2 persons including 2 glasses of bubbly. The Teddy Bear afternoon tea takes place on December 18, from 2-5 pm. AED 75 for children and AED 125 for an accompanying adult.
CHRISTMAS EVE
Celebrate the holiday season with family and friends with a selection of Christmas Eve specials, including traditional favourites and signature dishes.
Dinner at Palm Kitchen
Timings: 7 pm – 11 pm
Prices: AED 350 for the Festive Buffet and Soft Beverage Package, AED 500 for the Festive Buffet and House Beverage Package and AED 150 for kids below 12 years and complimentary below 6 years old.
Panorama Brunch at Raia Restaurant & Lounge
Timings: 1 pm – 4 pm
Prices: AED 349 for the Festive Brunch and Soft Beverage package, AED 499 for the Festive Brunch and House Beverage package, AED 175 for kids below 12 years and complimentary below 6 years old.
Christmas Eve the Gastropub Style
Festive Spécial à la carte menu
Timings: 12 pm – 2 am
CHRISTMAS DAY
Feel the joy of the day with a decadent Christmas Day brunch served with all the traditional trimmings along with a variety of dishes and cuisines that are loved throughout the year. There will also be a multitude of live stations, offering a variety of international cuisines, from Indian to Japanese to Arabian. For those looking to extend the celebrations of the day, Raia Restaurant & Lounge will also be hosting a special Christmas afterparty with a live DJ playing the best festive tunes around town.
Christmas Day Brunch at Palm Kitchen
Timings: 12.30 pm – 4 pm
Prices: AED 499 for Festive Christmas Buffet and Soft Beverage Package, AED 649 for Festive Christmas Buffet and House Beverage Package including sparkling grape, AED 199 for kids below 12 years and complimentary below 6 years old.
After-party at Raia Restaurant & Lounge
Timings: 4 pm – 6 pm
Price: AED 150 for the unlimited house beverage package.
Christmas Quiz Night at Roaring Rabbit
Come together and celebrate the festivities of the day with a specially-themed Christmas-inspired Quiz Night at this neighbourhood gastropub. Guests are invited to wear their ugliest Christmas jumper and take part in the competition to pick the ‘Best Ugly Christmas Jumper’. Those chosen will win a variety of exciting prizes that are sure to make this Christmas day even more merry and bright.
Timings: 8 pm
Price: AED 199 minimum spend on festive specials.
NEW YEAR’S EVE
Welcome 2023 in style! Guests of all ages are invited to ring in the New Year with Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai. Choose from a variety of gala dinners and a one-of-a-kind Panorama New Year’s Eve party, and enjoy a spectacular line-up of live entertainment, including a DJ, a band, and dancers, as well as several fun activities to keep the kids entertained while the adults enjoy the party.
Gala Dinner – The Courtyard
Timing: 9 pm – 3 am
Prices: AED 1,995 Per Adult, the price is inclusive of NYE Buffet and Unlimited Premium Beverages, AED 1,295 below 21 – price is inclusive of NYE Buffet and NonAlcoholic beverages.
Gala Dinner – Varq
Timing: 9 pm – 1 am
Prices: AED 2,500 for Indoor Seating, AED 3,500 for Outdoor Seating. Inclusive of a 5-course set menu (vegetarian and non-vegetarian options) and Premium Beverage package including a bottle of bubbly per couple, and access to the main stage after the party at the courtyard.
Panorama Exclusive New Year’s Eve (Also available for private event) at Raia, Restaurant & Lounge
Timing: 9 pm – 3 am
Prices: Gold – Terrace AED 2,500 pp (View of Burj Al Arab fireworks), Silver – Inside AED 2,000 pp (View of both sides fireworks). Price is inclusive of sharing style Mediterranean menu and Premium Beverage package including a bottle of bubbly per couple.
ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS
Create timeless memories on Orthodox Christmas Day with family and friends and savour all the traditional favourites along with international signatures, as you rejoice and celebrate this merry day.
Date: January 6 & 7, 2023
Timing: 7 pm – 11 pm
Prices: AED 295 Soft Beverage Package and AED 150 for kids below 12 years and complimentary below 6 years old
For reservations, call +971 4 275 4444 or email restaurants.exoticadubai@tajhotels.com