www.bahrainthismonth.com November 2013 143 The festive spirit gets into full swing early this year as the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa switches on the lights of their Christmas tree on December 6. At this funfilled event for the entire family, enjoy carol singing and activities from 4-7pm. Enjoy the lead up to the lights being turned on with laughter, joy and games in the hotel’s lobby as the annual gingerbread house event returns for a third time. Add to your cherished memories of the season with a night of carols by Manama Singers, a visit from Santa and the tree lighting as you decorate your own gingerbread house. For BD8, you will be provided with all the components necessary to build the perfect one. Let your kids set their imagination free and decorate their own gingerbread house with frosting and candies to win the contest. Christmas Day brunch Enjoy this special day with the family and friends; book a table at Al Fanar for a great Christmas treat for all ages. Soak up the festive atmosphere, savour an expansive Christmas lunch buffet and dance along with the band. The buffet is priced at BD25 per person. Adding to the exceptional value, children under six eat for free, while kids between six and 13 get a 50 percent discount. A special kids’ corner with balloons, a bouncing castle and face painting will be provided. Boxing Day delight Take in Boxing Day twice this year as the Friday Brunch turns into a specially-themed belated brunch on December 27. Enjoy great views overlooking the Gulf and Manama’s skyline while dining with your family and friends at Bahrain’s only rooftop ballroom at just BD24 per person. Dining at home The chefs at the hotel understand that we don’t always wish to dine out and, with this in mind, they have created ‘Dine at Home’ options with amazing offers on roast turkeys and festive dishes. Gingerbread house kits and a host of other seasonal favourites are all deliverable to your home. Jay Gatsby spectacular This year’s New Year’s Eve ball is themed ‘great Gatsby’ and offers fun for everyone over the age of 18. Celebrate the way only Jay Gatsby would have in the fabulous era of Art Deco and lavish living with this Gatsby-inspired party. Get into the spirit with lively music, decadent food and more champagne than you know what to do with! Travel back in time to the 20s, an age where parties never ended, and start 2014 in style! Tickets are BD65 per person, including the dinner buffet and selected beverages. Be quick to book this event as it is a sellout every year. The dress code, naturally, is all things Gatsby. E Call 17 531-666 or 39 945-208. Festive Cheer THE DIPLOMAT RADISSON BLU HOTEL, RESIDENCE & SPA Spark your festive feelings with this five-star hotel as they kick-start a season packed with amazing offers and events.
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