Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the primary Ritz-Carlton Reserve within the Center East was unveiled on Ummahat Island within the tranquil waters of The Pink Sea. The personal island retreat is nestled throughout the fascinating Blue Gap cluster of islands, the place pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the floor and the celestial cover above paints an countless tapestry of stars. Nujuma – impressed by the that means of ‘stars’ in Arabic – invitations travellers to embark on an unchartered journey to one of many world’s most secluded and guarded archipelagos. Right here, amidst the azure expanse, friends are beckoned to discover and immerse themselves within the area’s tradition and traditions.
“As an increasing number of travellers look to find new corners of the earth, we’re thrilled to disclose our latest Ritz-Carlton Reserve, positioned amongst the pure magnificence and gorgeous setting of The Pink Sea,” mentioned Jenni Benzaquen, SVP The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and Bulgari Motels & Resorts. “Nujuma joins a group of uncommon Ritz-Carlton Reserve estates all over the world, inviting essentially the most discerning travellers to embark on a journey of exploration the place each encounter reveals a deeper connection to the vacation spot. I can not anticipate friends to find this luxury personal sanctuary and really transformative expertise.”
The Pink Sea, one of many 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, friends 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 dwelling 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 one of many best ecosystems on the planet, and inside this lush habitat guests can spot quite a lot of sea birds, marine invertebrates and havali guitarfish. Past the turquoise waters, friends can uncover the great thing about the coastal mainland by way of guided trails throughout majestic desert dunes.
Designed by Foster and Companions, 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 complex wall hangings celebrating native craftmanship circulate by way 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 seashore villas, providing one-to-three-bedroom lodging, spacious residing areas and personal swimming pools overlooking the ocean. Company can marvel on the limitless starry evening skies from the consolation of their villa by way of telescopes positioned on every deck. Perched above the cerulean-blue sea and related by an elevated ring walkway, the overwater villas provide panoramic views and direct entry to the ocean. Nestled on undisturbed comfortable white sand, the seashore villas are secluded retreats flooded with pure mild and the ocean’s refreshing breeze. Every villa enjoys the companies of a devoted private host, who will maintain each element and information friends by way of all of the enriching experiences this vacation spot has to supply.
Alternative to achieve distinctive insights into the Saudi Arabian tradition, traditions and the vacation spot are introduced by a crew of native specialists devoted to preserving and sharing their heritage. Honouring the legacy of nomadic exploration and studying, the Conservation Home is an built-in house for inventive pursuits to broaden information and foster a way of group. By way of hands-on actions hosted by resident sustainability, environmental, and cultural specialists, friends 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 dwelling to share tales of fine fortune, poetry, philosophy and science. Every of the Reserve’s 5 culinary experiences honour the generations of fishermen from the Umluj area whose lives have been deeply intertwined with the realm for over 50 years. Company are warmly welcomed to Tabrah, a contemporary interpretation of a fisherman’s dwelling, to share a menu of seafood specialities together with, ‘The Luckiest Catch’, a communal celebration of the ocean’s every day bounty that has nurtured the fisherman’s household by way of the ages. Jamaa is a relaxed alfresco house serving mild dishes ready in an open kitchen and over a wood-fire grill to the resort’s out of doors pool and seashore lined with plush cabanas.
Because the solar dips beneath the horizon, Maia is an intimate place for astrology-inspired refreshments ready by knowledgeable mixologists, together with ‘Gemini’, a citrus mocktail named after the constellation, often called al-Taw‘amân in Arabic, that may be seen from Saudi Arabia’s capital all yr. Designed to rejoice the wonders of the evening’s sky that includes telescope and star design parts, the open-air terrace is a spot to gaze above whereas Nujuma’s astrologer shares insights into the night’s constellation. Impressed 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. Company are greeted by the aroma of freshly baked bread exuding from a conventional clay oven, paired with contemporary 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 friends to nourish the physique and soul by way of ceremonies and strategies from across the globe whereas connecting with regional elements together with the enchanting scent of oud and moringa peregrina tree oil sourced from the AlUla area. Wellness specialists design bespoke journeys to rebalance and chill out, and information friends by way of respiratory strategies, meditation, lunar yoga and sound therapeutic remedy. The ocean’s breeze and mild sounds of waves circulate by way of 5 sea-facing therapy rooms and three out of doors therapy cabins. The house additionally options vitality and lap swimming pools, a hammam and a health centre. Designed as a voyage, bespoke therapies encourage friends to replicate on the previous, stay within the current, and step into the longer term with readability and power.
“With the launch of the primary Ritz-Carlton Reserve within the area, we’re opening the doorways to an unparalleled vacation spot and alluring the world to find The Pink Sea vacation spot,” mentioned Tony Coveney, Basic Supervisor, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, “Nujuma is in contrast to every other property within the area, a pinnacle of luxurious with discovery and sustainability at its core, providing friends a transformative journey into the extraordinary set throughout the picture-perfect backdrop of Ummahat Island’s pure magnificence. We sit up for welcoming friends to get pleasure from an unforgettable exploration of the vacation spot the place each second is infused with marvel and connection.”
Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary resort manufacturers. Beginning charge from £1714 (SAR 8211) per evening.
