Woman This Month - May 2015

58 May 2015 Milieu Magnifique www.womanthismonth.com One of the first things that you must think about once you are engaged (of course after the dress) is the venue. Bahrain has a long list of world-class spots that can be perfect for your big day. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL BAHRAIN BAY Capacity: Up to 750 people No of Ballrooms: Two – Bahrain Ballroom and Manama Ballroom. Cuisine: Expect the finest of regional and international dishes on the menu. Package: One night accommodation for the couple in a Four Seasons Deluxe Suite, the hotel’s signature three-layer show cake with real individual cakes on tables, bathrobes for the couple with their initials, discount for two companion suites, stay in the deluxe room for first year anniversary, discount on spa packages for bride and groom. Special features: The bridal suite is interconnected to the ballrooms with a designated elevator. Within the same area, there is a photography room, a companion suite. There is also a private band room for the musicians. SHERATON BAHRAIN HOTEL Capacity: Up to 600 people No of Ballrooms: Two – Al Taj Ballroom and Awali Ballroom Cuisine: From international fusion to time-honoured recipes, there is wide variety of dishes to offer your guests. Package: Complimentary stay in a suite for one night, fruit basket and honeymoon breakfast in the room, lunch buffet voucher for two at Al Safir Restaurant, wedding cake, wedding stage, dance floor for entertainment, tea and ghawa with esticanas and ghawa cups, welcome drinks and complimentary soft drinks and water. Special features: The hotel’s food is the main attraction with seasoned chefs preparing a lavish spread for your special day. Sheraton also allows flexibility in terms of vendors, for instance you can hire a decorator of your choice. THE RITZ CARLTON BAHRAIN HOTEL & SPA Capacity: Up to 700 people No of Ballrooms: Four venues – Al Ghazal Ballroom, Al Noor Ballroom, The Grand Foyer, Al Khayma tent. Cuisine: The culinary team works closely with the bride or the groom to prepare a personalised menu that can range from traditional to fusion. Package: Overnight stay for the couple in a Club Suite including dinner for two and breakfast the next day, additional overnight stay for two persons in a deluxe room, lunch voucher for four persons in La Med, valid for three months, a Swedish massage for the couple and 20 per cent off on wedding cake. Special features: This venue is all about luxury and decadence. This holds true not just for the interiors but also for the breathtaking views it offers; of both the city and the sparkling waters of the Gulf. GULF HOTEL Capacity: Up to 1,800 people No of Ballrooms: Three – Al Waha Ballroom, Gulf Convention Centre and the terrace, surrounded by a tropical garden and overlooking the hotel pool. Cuisine: Gulf Hotel boasts over 15 F&B outlets giving you some idea about the range of cuisines that can be offered to your guests. Package: Room for one night, complimentary wedding cake, stage decoration, celebratory voucher for the one year anniversary, tea and Arabic coffee and men's majlis. Special features: As the oldest five-star hotel on the island, Gulf Hotel adds many special touches to your celebrations with its bespoke service. FEATURE | wedding

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