Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, invites guests to immerse themselves in Omani traditions and culture with a new, tailor-made destination experience named “Flavours of Oman”. The journey showcases the various attractions of Oman, taking guests from the historic souk in Nizwa and the heights of Jebel Al Akhdar, to the newly opened Six Senses Spa at Al Bustan Palace, a stately haven for treatments that go beyond the ordinary.
The luxury hotel package allows guests to explore the alleys of Nizwa souk, a part of the Nizwa historic fort, with a guided tour around the array of stalls displaying silks, incense burners and traditional Omani goods. Surrounded by the heady scents of oud mixed with the spicy tanginess of saffron, cardamom, turmeric, rose petals and coffee beans, whilst listening to local tales narrated by a private guide, the souk is a sensory experience that brings to life the traditions and history of Oman.
The excursion continues to Jebel Al Akhdar, namely the “Green Mountain”, where guests can walk around idyllic rose gardens and fruit and nut plantations or hike to nearby villages that at the heart of the rose essence production industry in Oman.
To complete the experience in a soothing and relaxing way, guests are invited to discover the newly-opened Six Senses Spa at Al Bustan Palace, by indulging in a traditionally-crafted treatment. The spa journey includes a choice of Six Senses Signature Scrub using local spices, aromatic herbs and fragrances such as chamomile and raw cinnamon, Omani frankincense, or Arabic coffee, cardamom and grape seed oil, reminiscent of the mountain excursion or the souk experience.
“Omani traditions and flavours are part of the experience at Al Bustan Palace, from the sharp fragrance of frankincense infusing the air in the majestic Atrium Lobby, to the craftsmanship of our talented culinary teams. We are proud to offer guests and visitors a place to discover our local culture while epitomizing the Golden Standards of Service of the Ritz-Carlton. Our new partnership with Six Senses Spa beautifully complements this new experience with some of the most inspiring treatments created with local spices and essential oils”, states Katrin Herz, General Manager at Al Bustan Palace.
The luxury hotel in Muscat, Oman, located between the Hajar Mountains and the Oman Sea is home to the longest private beach in the Sultanate, a flawless infinity pool, lagoon pools and lush gardens, providing guests with a selection of facilities to choose from to unwind and relax. Boasting a one-kilometer long private beach, crystal blue infinity pool, lush garden and spectacular year-round weather on offer, the hotel has been renowned as the Jewel of the Sultanate, for many years now.
With the new “Flavours of Oman’ experience, guests can look forward to an escape that will leave them with a collection of indelible memories evoking the distinct personality of the Sultanate.
The “Flavours of Oman” Package Includes:
-Overnight in a Deluxe sea view room double occupancy
-A full day excursion with private guide to Nizwa souk and Jebel Akhdar
-One 25 minute Signature Scrub per person at Six Senses Spa, Al Bustan Palace
Based on two people sharing a room. Rates starting from OMR 410 inclusive of taxes, based upon availability at the time of booking and seasonality.
The package is valid from September 15, 2015, to December 31st, 2015 excluding Eid Al Adha (23-24 September 2015) and festive season (26-31 December 2015). Prices are inclusive of service charge and tax.
