Friday, February 23, 2024
Qatar Airways Group, in collaboration with Our Habitas, has officially unveiled a luxurious resort situated on the West Coast of Qatar, adjacent to the Al Reem UNESCO-Designated Biosphere Reserve. Positioned just an hour’s drive away from Doha’s Hamad International Airport, this resort offers pristine vistas of the Arabian Gulf, breathtaking golden sunsets, and an enticing fusion of art, culture, music, wellness, and adventure activities.
Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani graced the opening ceremony alongside esteemed VIP guests, members of the media, designers, and artists, marking the commencement of this distinctive hospitality venture that guarantees a one-of-a-kind experience.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “Our Habitas Ras Abrouq is a breathtakingly beautiful Qatari desert destination and now travellers across the Qatar Airways global network can experience this landscape in a unique way when they fly to Doha. We are working with Our Habitas to unlock the future of travel by curating one-of-a kind, innovative, travel experiences.”
Our Habitas co-founder and chief executive, Oliver Ripley said: “We believe that people are changing the way in which they choose to travel, seeking meaningful connection with places, culture, nature and each other, this resort welcomes global traveler’s to discover Qatar, its culture, and immerse themselves where the desert meets the sea inside a UNESCO biosphere.”
The region stands out for its striking landscape featuring white cliffs and stunning geological formations, offering captivating vistas of the Qatari desert. Overlooking the Arabian Gulf, the resort’s villas range from one to four bedrooms, each boasting private pools and expansive outdoor decks.
Located 1.6km from the resort, visitors can find Richard Serra’s renowned public art installation, the East-West/West-East sculpture, commissioned by Qatar Museums Authority. Qatar Museums, in collaboration with Qatar Airways Group, contributes a unique cultural perspective to the area.
The desert resort is equipped with an array of amenities including the on-site restaurant, Qissa, a terrace lounge, beach club, wellness center, state-of-the-art gym, water sports adventure hub, infinity swimming pool, and padel tennis courts.
Our Habitas Ras Abrouq offers travelers the chance to engage in various workshops and activities such as pottery, restorative sunrise yoga, breathwork, sound ceremonies, calligraphy, and al sadu weaving. For those seeking adventure, opportunities abound for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, padel tennis, mountain biking, hiking, desert exploration, and survival training, ensuring an exhilarating and enriching experience for all.
“Our Habitas Ras Abrouq” is the latest hospitality offering by Dhiafatina, the hospitality subsidiary of the Qatar Airways group which has a growing portfolio of local and International hotel properties and spas. Currently Dhiafatina owns or operates several local hotels such as the Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha, the Oryx Hotel at Hamad International Airport, and the Oryx Garden Hotel.
Dhiafatina has recently unveiled its latest venture, the water sports hotel situated at Fuwairit Kite Beach in the northern region of Qatar. Operating under the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand, this establishment marks a significant addition to the group’s portfolio. In line with its strategic vision, Dhiafatina meticulously selects hospitality projects like Ras Abrouq, tailored to meet the needs of Qatar Airways travelers, thus contributing to the group’s overarching global strategy.
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