Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the very first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the centre East was revealed on Ummahat Island into the tranquil oceans of The Red water. The exclusive island escape is nestled within the captivating Blue Hole group of islands, in which pristine red coral reefs thrive beneath the area and the celestial canopy above shows an endless tapestry of stars. Nujuma – influenced by the meaning of ‘stars’ in Arabic – invites travellers to attempt an unchartered journey to one associated with world’s most secluded and safeguarded archipelagos. Right here, amidst the azure expanse, guests tend to be beckoned to explore and submerge by themselves in the region’s culture and customs.
“As more and more travellers look to discover new corners regarding the planet, we have been delighted to show our latest Ritz-Carlton Reserve, positioned among the natural beauty and spectacular environment of this Red water,” stated Jenni Benzaquen, SVP The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts. “Nujuma joins an accumulation of unusual Ritz-Carlton Reserve estates throughout the world, welcoming the most discerning travellers to set about a journey of exploration in which every encounter shows a deeper connection to the destination. I cannot wait for visitors to find out this luxurious private sanctuary and undoubtedly transformative experience.”
The Red Sea, one of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s luxury regenerative tourism locations on west coast of nation, is surrounded by the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system with an archipelago of more than 90 untouched islands. With this enchanting setting, visitors can embark on extraordinary snorkelling and scuba diving adventures to uncover seldom-visited sites underneath the waves. Teeming with radiant red coral reefs which have thrived for over five thousand years, the barrier reef houses interesting ecosystems, including over 165 endemic reef seafood, dolphins, ocean turtles, stingrays and Napoleon wrasse.
The island’s shores tend to be fringed by rich mangroves, considered one of several most productive ecosystems on earth, and in this particular rich habitat site visitors can spot a variety of ocean wild birds, marine invertebrates and havali guitarfish. Beyond the turquoise waters, visitors can discover the beauty associated with seaside mainland through directed tracks across majestic desert dunes.
Created by Foster and Partners, Nujuma’s sweeping shell-inspired design and stylish interiors are crafted with natural materials imbued with calming water and sand shades, and geometric patterns reminiscent of the region’s design motifs. Arabic items, traditional ceramics, woven Saudi patterned rugs and intricate wall hangings celebrating regional craftmanship movement through the canopied interiors. Lush gardening of native flowers elegantly frame the paths between the pavilioned areas and villas.
Accessed by chartered ship or seaplane, Nujuma features 63 overwater and beach villas, offering one-to-three-bedroom accommodation, spacious residing areas and private pools overlooking the sea. Guests can marvel on endless starry evening skies from the comfort of their particular villa through telescopes positioned on each deck. Perched above the cerulean-blue water and linked by an increased band walkway, the overwater villas provide panoramic views and immediate access toward water. Nestled on undisturbed smooth white sand, the beach villas are secluded retreats flooded with day light in addition to sea’s energizing piece of cake. Each villa enjoys the solutions of a dedicated private number, who will take care of everything and guide guests through all enriching encounters this destination provides.
Chance to get unique insights into the Saudi Arabian culture, practices plus the location tend to be presented by a group of local specialists focused on preserving and revealing their particular heritage. Honouring the legacy of nomadic research and discovering, the Conservation House is a space for imaginative pursuits to enhance understanding and foster a feeling of community. Through hands-on activities hosted by resident sustainability, environmental, and social experts, friends of most centuries can develop a-deep experience of the location.
Nujuma’s dining viewpoint is prompted by the Arabian custom of gathering at one’s residence to generally share stories of great lot of money, poetry, viewpoint and science. All the Reserve’s five culinary experiences honour the generations of anglers from the Umluj region whoever lives have already been deeply connected with the area for over 50 years. Guests are warmly welcomed to Tabrah, a contemporary explanation of a fisherman’s home, to talk about a menu of seafood specialities including, ‘The Luckiest Catch’, a communal celebration associated with the sea’s daily bounty with nurtured the fisherman’s household through the many years. Jamaa is a relaxed alfresco room serving light dishes ready in an open cooking area and over a wood-fire grill to the resort’s outdoor pool and coastline lined with plush cabanas.
While the sunlight dips underneath the horizon, Maia is an intimate place for astrology-inspired refreshments made by expert mixologists, including ‘Gemini’, a citrus mocktail named after the constellation, generally al-Taw‘amân in Arabic, which can be seen from Saudi Arabia’s capital all-year. Built to celebrate the miracles of night’s sky featuring telescope and celebrity design elements, the open-air terrace is a location to gaze above while Nujuma’s astrologer stocks ideas in to the evening’s constellation. Empowered by vibrant bazaars, all the time dining location, Sita, is a spacious French-style patisserie and a Levantine restaurant under three woven-wood pavilions, a design nod into the custom of leaf weaving. Guests tend to be greeted by the aroma of newly baked bread exuding from a conventional clay range, combined with fresh hummus and meals experienced from the resort’s vast spice collection.
Neyrah Spa is a tranquil sanctuary dedicated to holistic wellness to rejuvenate your brain, human anatomy and nature. The serene interior and outside oasis encourages guests to nourish the body and soul through ceremonies and practices from about the planet while linking with local components like the enchanting fragrance of oud and moringa peregrina tree oil sourced through the AlUla area. Health experts design bespoke trips to rebalance and unwind, and guide friends through breathing strategies, meditation, lunar pilates and appear healing treatment. The sea’s breeze and gentle sounds of waves circulation through five sea-facing therapy areas and three outside treatment cabins. The room additionally features vitality and lap swimming pools, a hammam and an exercise center. Designed as a voyage, bespoke remedies encourage friends to think about the last, inhabit today’s, and move in to the future with clarity and energy.
“With the launch of the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the region, we are starting the doors to an unrivaled location and welcoming the planet to realize The Red Sea destination,” said Tony Coveney, General management, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, “Nujuma is unlike every other residential property in the area, a pinnacle of luxury with finding and sustainability at its core, offering guests a transformative trip into the extraordinary ready in the picture-perfect backdrop of Ummahat Island’s natural beauty. We look ahead to welcoming friends to enjoy an unforgettable exploration of destination where every moment is infused with wonder and link.”
Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a component of Marriott Bonvoy’s profile of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands. Starting price from £1714 (SAR 8211) per evening.
