Dates for Ramadan 2008

The expected dates for Ramadan 2008 are September 1st 2008 - September 30th 2008 inclusive.

Unlike the Western calender dates for Islamic Religious holidays vary from year to year and absolute dates for Ramadan can not be predicted in advance. Exact dates will depend on the sighting of the moon, during this holy time.

The importance of Ramadan and planning your holiday to Abu Dhabi

It is essential that you do not under-estimate the importance of the holy month of Ramadan when planning your visit to the UAE.

Fasting takes place, for Muslims, between sun-rise and sun-set. During this time no adult, whatever religion, is allowed to eat,drink or chew gum in a public place.

It is essential that you check Ramadan arrangments with your hotel. Most hotels will make some arrangements for their non-Muslim guests. However if the temperatures outside are soaring, you may find it difficult to spend a day on the beach without a bottle of water at your side.

Although some bars/clubs may open after the evening call to prayer no live music/entertainment is allowed during the month of Ramadan.

Official Alcohol restrictions and licences are currently under proposal. However please note that it is unlikely that Alcoholic Refreshments will be allowed to be served during the fasting period.

Hotel Information for Ramadan 2008

The following information has been received from these Hotels in Abu Dhabi. Please note that this information is believed to be correct but clarification should be made directly with the individual hotels.

The Hilton International Hotel Abu Dhabi

This information was for 2007 - Abu Dhabi Luxury Island is awaiting this year's restrictions.

During the period of Ramadan, alcohol will be served for in-house guests in the rooms 24 hours. In the outlets alcohol will be served after sunset in closed area.

There will be no live entertainment during Ramadan in the outlets.

No alcohol will be served at the Hiltonia Beach Club which is located across the road, opposite the main building. We serve normal a la carte menu in the Coconut Bay restaurant situated in the Hiltonia Beach open from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm.

Le Meridien Hotel Abu Dhabi

This information is for Ramadfan 2007 - Abu Dhabi Luxury Island is awaiting 2008 information.

The Oasis Restaurant which is our dining and beverage venue for the Pool and Sea area, will be curtained all around as per Ramadan period.

This is the usual space for food and beverage services in this period, otherwise our main restaurants in the village are operating as well.

Emirates Palace Hotel

This information is for 2007 - Abu Dhabi Luxury Island awaits information for 2008

No food, drinks, smoking or gum-chewing should be consumed in public places (open areas) during the day-light hours. Areas such as beach, swimming pools & hotel lobbies do not serve food or drinks until sunset (the exact timing changes everyday and is announced on a daily basis).
Alcohol will not be available in open restaurants & bars and will only be served in closed restaurants and bars between 1900 hrs - 0300 hrs (UAE time). Alcohol is readily available through Palace Ceremony and in the minibar of room/suite.
Official alcohol restrictions will be furnished by the Abu Dhabi Government and the said details are only proposed at this point. No live entertainment during the entire month of Ramadan except for traditional soft Arabic music.
Both East Wing relaxation pool & West Wing adventure pool will remain operational.

Restaurant Information
Ramadan 2007 Food & Beverage Facilities

Le Vend�me Brasserie
All day dining restaurant with international buffet and � la carte menu
Located on lobby level (Level 4) with terrace views over the beach and the marina
Breakfast 0630 hrs to 1100 hrs, lunch 1230 hrs to 1600 hrs and dinner service 1830 hrs to 2400 hrs (midnight)
Half Board supplement only applies to Buffet Lunch/Dinner at Le Vendome
No alcohol will be served on the terrace of Le Vendome
Breakfast & dinner will be allowed to be taken outside on the terrace provided the windows are covered over looking Al Majlis (subject to confirmation)

Mezzaluna
Mediterranean kitchen with a variety of flavours from Italy
2 private dining rooms
Located on ground floor (Level 1) with views of beach and gulf
Only Dinner service available from 1900 hrs to 0100 hrs during Ramadan

Sayad
Pacific Rim cuisine
'Flagship' restaurant for the Palace offering fine dining experience
3 private dining rooms for 6 to 8 persons each
Located on ground floor (Level 1) with views of beach and gulf
Only Dinner service available from 1900 hrs to 0100 hrs during Ramadan

Las Brisas & Cascades
East & West Wing pool side restaurants
No alcohol will be served.
Service from 1000 hrs to 1800 hrs only available in enclosed tentsrespectively on East & West Wing pool areas.

Havana Club
Cuban lounge & bar offering light snacks & canap�s
Wide selection of cigars
Extensive cocktail and spirits selection with rarities from France (cognac & armagnac), Cuba and the Caribbean
Located on lobby level (Level 4)
Service for evening and late night time 1900 hrs to 0200 hrs

Al Majlis: Caviar Bar
>Serving a fine selection of caviar
Located on lobby level (Level 4): part of Al Majlis
No alcohol served during the holy month of Ramadan
Service available from 1900 hrs to 0100 hrs

Al Majlis: Le Caf�
Viennese style Caf� House serving pastries, cakes, sandwiches and salads
Located on lobby level (Level 4): part of Al Majlis No alcohol served during the holy month of Ramadan Service available from 1900 hrs t0 0100 hrs

The Palace Ceremony
Normal operation (24 hrs)
Alcohol will be served in the room/suite (24 hrs)
Minibar in room/suites fully stocked (alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages / snacks)

Diwan L'Auberge
Lebanese cuisine
Private dining rooms serving 20 guests
Located on ground floor (Level 1) with views of beach and gulf
Service available from 1500 hrs to 0200 hrs

Anar Persian Cuisine
Persian Cuisine
Menu created by world renowned chef Naimieh Batmanglij
Located on lobby level (Level 4) with terrace views over the beach & the marina
Ramadan service timings to be confirmed

Ramadan Tent Traditional Arabic setting with soft music
Iftar service will commence at 1730 hrs to 1930 hrs.
Shoor service will commence at 2000 hrs to 0300 hrs.

Half Board Guests Breakfast will be served in the Le Vendome Brasserie
Half Board guests can avail Half Board at Le Vendome's extensive buffet lunch/dinner. Alternatively they can avail the Half Board at the Ramadan Tent only during Iftar (17 30hrs to 1930 hrs)
Half Board guests will receive an allowance of AED 100 whilst dining at Sayad, Mezzaluna or the Ramadan tent during Shoor (2000 hrs to 0300 hrs)

The Sheraton Hotel and Towers Abu Dhabi

Ramadan 2008 information:

For guests who wish to use the pool/beach facilities, our Il Paradiso isopen for resort guests serving Pool Bar and existing limited a la carte menus �Indoor only� from 10:00 to 17:00 hrs without alcoholic beverages.

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