Nujuma, Ritz-Carlton Reserve opens in ME with 63 villas in an exclusive private island oasis in the Red Sea, Saudi Arabia 

Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the primary Ritz-Carlton Reserve within the Center East was unveiled on Ummahat Island within the tranquil waters of The Purple Sea. The personal island retreat is nestled inside the charming Blue Gap cluster of islands, the place pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the floor and the celestial cover above paints an infinite tapestry of stars. Nujuma – impressed by the that means of ‘stars’ in Arabic – invitations travellers to embark on an unchartered journey to one of many world’s most secluded and guarded archipelagos. Right here, amidst the azure expanse, friends are beckoned to discover and immerse themselves within the area’s tradition and traditions.

“As increasingly more travellers look to find new corners of the earth, we’re thrilled to disclose our latest Ritz-Carlton Reserve, positioned amongst the pure magnificence and gorgeous setting of The Purple Sea,” stated Jenni Benzaquen, SVP The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and Bulgari Resorts & Resorts. “Nujuma joins a set of uncommon Ritz-Carlton Reserve estates world wide, inviting probably the most discerning travellers to embark on a journey of exploration the place each encounter reveals a deeper connection to the vacation spot. I can’t look forward to friends to find this luxury personal sanctuary and really transformative expertise.”

The Purple Sea, one of many Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s luxurious regenerative tourism locations on the west coast of the nation, is surrounded by the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system with an archipelago of greater than 90 untouched islands. From this enchanting setting, friends can embark on extraordinary snorkelling and scuba diving adventures to uncover seldom-visited websites beneath the waves. Teeming with vibrant coral reefs which have thrived for over 5 thousand years, the barrier reef is dwelling to fascinating ecosystems, together with over 165 endemic reef fish, dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays and Napoleon wrasse.

The island’s shores are fringed by wealthy mangroves, identified to be one of many most efficient ecosystems on the planet, and inside this lush habitat guests can spot a wide range of sea birds, marine invertebrates and havali guitarfish. Past the turquoise waters, friends can uncover the fantastic thing about the coastal mainland by means of guided trails throughout majestic desert dunes.

Designed by Foster and Companions, Nujuma’s sweeping shell-inspired structure and stylish interiors are crafted with pure supplies imbued with calming sea and sand tones, and geometric patterns harking back to the area’s design motifs. Arabic artifacts, conventional ceramics, woven Saudi patterned rugs and complicated wall hangings celebrating native craftmanship circulation by means of the canopied interiors. Lush landscaping of indigenous crops elegantly body the pathways between the pavilioned areas and villas.

Accessed by chartered boat or seaplane, Nujuma options 63 overwater and seaside villas, providing one-to-three-bedroom lodging, spacious dwelling areas and personal swimming pools overlooking the ocean. Friends can marvel on the limitless starry night time skies from the consolation of their villa by means of telescopes positioned on every deck. Perched above the cerulean-blue sea and related by an elevated ring walkway, the overwater villas supply panoramic views and direct entry to the ocean. Nestled on undisturbed smooth white sand, the seaside villas are secluded retreats flooded with pure gentle and the ocean’s refreshing breeze. Every villa enjoys the companies of a devoted private host, who will care for each element and information friends by means of all of the enriching experiences this vacation spot has to supply.

Alternative to achieve distinctive insights into the Saudi Arabian tradition, traditions and the vacation spot are introduced by a workforce of native consultants devoted to preserving and sharing their heritage. Honouring the legacy of nomadic exploration and studying, the Conservation Home is an built-in house for inventive pursuits to develop information and foster a way of group. By way of hands-on actions hosted by resident sustainability, environmental, and cultural consultants, friends of all ages can domesticate a deep reference to the vacation spot.

Nujuma’s eating philosophy is impressed by the Arabian custom of gathering at one’s dwelling to share tales of fine fortune, poetry, philosophy and science. Every of the Reserve’s 5 culinary experiences honour the generations of fishermen from the Umluj area whose lives have been deeply intertwined with the world for over 50 years. Friends are warmly welcomed to Tabrah, a contemporary interpretation of a fisherman’s dwelling, to share a menu of seafood specialities together with, ‘The Luckiest Catch’, a communal celebration of the ocean’s each day bounty that has nurtured the fisherman’s household by means of the ages. Jamaa is a relaxed alfresco house serving gentle dishes ready in an open kitchen and over a wood-fire grill to the resort’s outside pool and seaside lined with plush cabanas.

Because the solar dips beneath the horizon, Maia is an intimate place for astrology-inspired refreshments ready by professional mixologists, together with ‘Gemini’, a citrus mocktail named after the constellation, often known as al-Taw‘amân in Arabic, that may be seen from Saudi Arabia’s capital all 12 months. Designed to have a good time the wonders of the night time’s sky that includes telescope and star design parts, the open-air terrace is a spot to gaze above whereas Nujuma’s astrologer shares insights into the night’s constellation. Impressed by vibrant bazaars, all day eating venue, Sita, is a spacious French-style patisserie and a Levantine restaurant beneath three woven-wood pavilions, a design nod to the custom of leaf weaving. Friends are greeted by the aroma of freshly baked bread exuding from a standard clay oven, paired with recent hummus and dishes seasoned from the resort’s huge spice library.

Neyrah Spa is a tranquil sanctuary devoted to holistic wellness to rejuvenate the thoughts, physique and spirit. The serene indoor and outside oasis invitations friends to nourish the physique and soul by means of ceremonies and strategies from across the globe whereas connecting with regional elements together with the enchanting scent of oud and moringa peregrina tree oil sourced from the AlUla area. Wellness consultants design bespoke journeys to rebalance and calm down, and information friends by means of respiration methods, meditation, lunar yoga and sound therapeutic remedy. The ocean’s breeze and delicate sounds of waves circulation by means of 5 sea-facing remedy rooms and three outside remedy cabins. The house additionally options vitality and lap swimming pools, a hammam and a health centre. Designed as a voyage, bespoke therapies encourage friends to mirror on the previous, dwell within the current, and step into the longer term with readability and power.

“With the launch of the primary Ritz-Carlton Reserve within the area, we’re opening the doorways to an unparalleled vacation spot and alluring the world to find The Purple Sea vacation spot,” stated Tony Coveney, Normal Supervisor, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, “Nujuma is not like another property within the area, a pinnacle of luxurious with discovery and sustainability at its core, providing friends a transformative journey into the extraordinary set inside the picture-perfect backdrop of Ummahat Island’s pure magnificence. We stay up for welcoming friends to take pleasure in an unforgettable exploration of the vacation spot the place each second is infused with surprise and connection.”

Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary lodge manufacturers. Beginning charge from £1714 (SAR 8211) per night time.