From chocolate festivals and complimentary roses to peaceful dinner cruises, InterContinental Hotels Group – the world’s most global hotel company - announces its efforts in ensuring you the perfect valentines.
With love well and truly in the air at all of the hotels in the group’s Middle East portfolio, guests and visitors can expect nothing but the best when it comes to fine dining, entertainment and special treats on that very special day.
“Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year and at InterContinental Hotels Group we recognize there are a few staple elements that are necessary in creating the perfect environment and these include being with your loved one, treating them to a special night out and spoiling them with flowers and chocolates,” said Tom Rowntree, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, InterContinental Hotels Group Middle East and Africa.
Take to the sea and enjoy a table for two aboard the Love Boat, exclusively brought to you by the InterContinental Dubai’s Al Mansour Dhow. A five-star dinner cruise experience awaits you, including complimentary roses and chocolates for Dhs.499 per couple. Boarding for the Valentine’s Cruise on February 14th 2005 starts at 8 pm for a 2-hour romantic journey. For those who do not wish to set sail, several romantic options are available on land at the InterContinental Dubai. If you are out to impress a special someone this year, then why not treat them to dinner at Boulvar restaurant’s spectacular ‘Love Buffet’, offering an endless choice of aphrodisiac favourites. However, when it comes to the art of romance, the Italians always impress. So, this year, visit La Moda, for the perfect recipe for lovers, with an exquisite evening complete with complimentary roses and chocolates. Dine indoors or out on the terrace overlooking the creek for only Dhs360 per couple, including a glass of a special sparkling cocktail! Or, how about spend an exquisite Valentine’s dinner at the contemporary steakhouse, Palm Grill, for only Dhs650 per couple. Book early and get a chance to have a candle-lit romantic setting for two in the Shiraz Room.
Catering to a variety of tastes, the group is sure to win the hearts of sweets fans with InterContinental Dubai’s renowned pastry shop, Boulevard Gourmet. Chef Jean-Marc will be creating mouth-watering delicacies to suit all tastes, ranging from chocolates and truffles to heart-shaped cakes, a gift guaranteed to show the richness of your affection.
Lovebirds in Egypt can also enjoy treats from InterContinental Hotels Group with the celebrated InterContinental Semiramis leading the way with their choice of food and beverage outlets hosting an array of romantic dinners. What better way to celebrate your love than to be fed by a truly remarkable couple; Pane Vito’s Mr. and Mrs. Verreschi will be delivering the magic of Italy as only a creative married couple can.
“At InterContinental Hotels Group we have made every possible effort to ensure our visitors enjoy the ultimate romantic experience at any one of our hotels. The added bonus of celebrating the day of love at one of our properties is that our team of professionals is dedicated to supporting our guests to achieve their dreams,” enthused Rowntree.
The InterContinental Jordan is offering couples three choices of global culinary experiences to indulge in. Enjoy your Valentine’s a la Lebanese at the Burj al Hamam Restaurant or spice up your love life with Indu, the renowned Indian restaurant where your senses will be delighted by the wide variety of Indian dishes coupled with the magical ambiance that has made this restaurant famous. For a more adventurous evening, the hotel’s Mexican restaurant Cinco de Mayo will excite lovers in their festive, warm and colourful surroundings.
“Valentine’s Day is a special day for lovers everywhere and our aim is for all of our customers enjoy the most romantic time possible with the best service and all their needs catered for,” said Rowntree.
To take advantage of the great offers, InterContinental, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn hotels across the region can be booked with toll-free calls to the InterContinental Hotels Group Middle East Central Reservations Office in Bahrain (80000 880), Egypt (0800-4433322), Jordan (0800-22666), Kuwait (473 2100 ext 6233), Lebanon (01 426-801 - ask operator to connect to 866 866 7556), Oman (800 777 999), Pakistan (00800 909 971234) Qatar (0800 971234), Saudi Arabia (800 897 1465), and the UAE (800 4642).
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