Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 22 February, 2018 12:50 pm |

Dubai World Cup, the USD $30 million race day, marks one of the most prestigious events in the region’s calendar. Every year, this exclusive occasion is followed and watched by millions of people around the world, from equestrian enthusiasts and Dubai glamour admirers to adrenaline aficionados.

 

Overlooking majestic Meydan Racecourse, The Meydan Hotel introduces three outstanding venues –Meydan Ballroom Terrace, Farriers Terrace and The Millennium Terrace– where exquisite dining experiences and proximity to the finish line are presented to Dubai World Cup guests this year. As for friends and families in large groups planning to attend this occasion, they are welcome to experience a spectacular day at a discounted rate.

 

For guests longing to get closer to the action, an access to Grandstand Apron Views (through Gate C and Gate D) is offered during the races. Similar to every year, The Meydan Hotel’s Dubai World Cup guests enjoy complimentary valet parking and will be entertained by live tunes at the elegant hotel lobby as they await the races.

 

MEYDAN BALLROOM TERRACE

 

Horse lovers of all ages are invited to spend a remarkable day watching the Dubai World Cup this year among family and friends at Meydan Ballroom Terrace, where a lavish international buffet, al fresco seating and special kids area are all combined in one family-friendly place. A trained and professional team is dedicated to the kids’ area, allowing parents and friends to relax and enjoy the races.

 

The Meydan Ballroom Terrace DWC experience is available on Saturday, March 31, 2018, from 2:00 p.m. onwards at Meydan Ballroom Terrace (located on the lobby level). First race starts at 3:45 p.m. and the Dubai World Cup takes place at 8:50 p.m. Price is AED 950 per person (inclusive gala buffet dinner, fresh juices, soft beverages, Afternoon Tea, canapés, tea and coffee) and AED 1,250 per person (inclusive gala buffet dinner, fresh juices, soft beverages, Afternoon Tea, canapés, bubbles, full selection of house beverages, tea and coffee). Children ages 9 to 12-years-old are priced at AED 475 per child, and children up to 8 years enjoy complimentary dinner. One babysitter per family dines complimentary at a dedicated area. Prices are VAT inclusive. This experience includes access to Grandstand Apron Views during the races, complimentary valet parking and the Dubai World Cup closing ceremony show. Dress code is elegant. Group bookings of 21-30 people receive 10% off and those of 31 people and above receive 15% off.

Advance bookings are essential. 

Please call +971 4 381 3111 or email [email protected]

Book at http://themeydanhotel.com/dubai-world-cup

 

FARRIERS TERRACE

 

For all fashion lovers, Dubai World Cup marks the perfect day to please their passion for fashion and showcase their style and creativity. At Farriers Terrace, guests will revel in their fervor to see and be seen, while enjoying a flawless dining experience. A lavish dinner buffet with culinary creations will be carefully prepared by a world-class team of chefs, while guests are also offered an array of beverages, including soft drinks, alcohol and bubbly.

 

The Farriers Terrace DWC experience is available on Saturday, March 31, 2018, from 2:00 p.m. onwards at Farriers Terrace (located on the lobby level). First race starts at 3:45 p.m. and the Dubai World Cup runs at 8:50 p.m. Price is AED 1,650 per person (including gala buffet dinner, fresh juices, soft beverages, Afternoon Tea, canapés, bubbles, full selection of house beverages, tea and coffee). Children under the age of 13 years are welcome only at Meydan Ballroom Terrace. Prices are VAT inclusive. This experience includes access to Grandstand Apron Views, complimentary valet parking and Dubai World Cup closing ceremony show. Dress code is elegant. Group bookings of 21-30 people receive 10% off and those of 31 people and above receive 15% off.

Advance bookings are essential. 

Please call +971 4 381 3111 or email [email protected]

Book at http://themeydanhotel.com/dubai-world-cup

 

THE MILLENNIUM TERRACE

 

For those looking to hear the horse hooves from their seats, The Millennium Terrace is the right venue for a premium experience. It is accompanied by an extravagant dinner buffet and wide selection of beverages, whether soft drinks, alcohol and/or bubbly. The professional culinary team has prepared exceptional creations –from sophisticated delicacies to flavoured bites from worldwide cuisines– to complete this glamorous Dubai World Cup experience.

 

The Millennium Terrace DWC experience is available on Saturday, March 31, 2018, from 2:00 p.m. onwards at Millennium Terrace (located on the lobby level). First race starts at 3:45 p.m. and the Dubai World Cup runs at 8:50 p.m. Price is AED 2,950 per person (including gala buffet dinner, fresh juices, soft beverages, Afternoon Tea, canapés, bubbles, full selection of house beverages, tea and coffee). Children under the age of 13 years are welcome only at Meydan Ballroom Terrace. Prices are VAT inclusive. This experience includes access to Grandstand Apron Views during the races, complimentary valet parking and the Dubai World Cup closing ceremony show. Dress code is elegant. Group bookings of 21-30 people receive 10% off and those of 31 people and above receive 15% off.

Advance bookings are essential. 

Please call +971 4 381 3111 or email [email protected]

Book at http://themeydanhotel.com/dubai-world-cup

 

Photo captions:

Photo 1 – The Meydan Hotel and Grandstand

Photo 2 – Dubai World Cup - Credit to Mathea Kelley, Dubai Racing Club

 

For more information or media enquiries:

Nermin Abushnaf | Public Relations Manager

Meydan Hotels & Hospitality

D:  +971 4 381 3242

M: +971 56 545 8764

[email protected]

 

About The Meydan Hotel

 

Located only 12-15 minutes’ drive from The Dubai Mall, the iconic Burj Khalifa and Dubai International Airport, the 5-star luxury The Meydan Hotel is the perfect travel destination for families and couples. Overlooking the majestic Meydan Racecourse, this award-winning hotel offers 284 spacious rooms and suites from 62m² to 352m² with contemporary decor and Arabic touches. A choice of seven restaurants and lounges await the guests including PRIME fine dining steakhouse, Shiba Chinese and Japanese restaurant, international all-day dining Farriers, all-day relaxing Millennium Lounge, Qube Sports Bar, Shiba Bar and Equus Pool Bar. The Meydan Hotel offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreational and sports facilities including the pay & play fully floodlit nine-hole The Track, Meydan Golf course, exclusive behind-the-scene stable tours of our world-class equine athletes, four treatment rooms, outdoor rooftop temperature-controlled pool and a Tennis Academy. The Meydan Hotel is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance and its Discovery loyalty program. For more information, please visit www.themeydanhotel.com  #DiscoverMeydan

 

About Dubai World Cup

 

The finale of the Dubai horseracing season is the Dubai World Cup. This year will be the 23rd running and it will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018. This is the world’s richest race day – nine races worth US$30 million and highlighted by the Dubai World Cup, which carries a purse of $10 million. The global affair is UAE’s biggest social and sporting event. In addition to racing, it offers attendees exclusive admission to the Dubai World Cup Opening Ceremony, which features fantastic fireworks, performances and a thrilling spectacle of the senses. There are a range of hospitality tickets available. For more information, please visit: https://store.meydan.ae

From its inauguration in 1996, the Royal vision, as set out by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice president and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was for the Dubai World Cup to offer a stage upon which the world’s best racehorses could come together and compete for the highest rewards in the industry.

Sheikh Mohammed’s vision went far beyond on-course racing action. The Dubai World Cup swiftly evolved into a highly anticipated social occasion, bringing together UAE’s people and attracting ever-increasing numbers of overseas visitors. Twenty-two years later, the event has grown into one of the biggest sporting and social spectacles on the planet. Now the Dubai World Cup finds even more innovative ways to tell the story of one city’s enduring love affair with horseracing. Record-breaking fireworks displays, cutting-edge fashion and awe-inspiring live shows combine to create one of the most anticipated and highly regarded events on the global entertainment calendar.