Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Spring 2012 - (Page 87)

Find Sanctuary From top: Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Muscat features five swimming pools, including a 50-meterlong infinity pool; one of the resort’s suites; a fresh catch from the Sea of Oman. A PAlAtiAl GetAwAy courtesy of Al BustAn PAl Ace, A ritz-cArlton Hotel Generous in amenities and culture, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel frames a unique stay in Muscat amid landscaped gardens, local traditions and opulent details designed exclusively for the resort. A recent addition to The Ritz-Carlton portfolio, the resort makes an ideal home base from which to explore Oman. Stat ely Pa St Commissioned by the Sultanate of Oman, Al Bustan Palace, the “Jewel of the Sultanate,” was built in 1985 to host delegates and heads of state attending that year’s Gulf Cooperation Council Summit. Its Oman Auditorium is the home of the Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra. Ou tdOOr Pur Sui tS Guests can easily arrange for a kayaking or diving excursion through the resort, spend a day watching camels race at one of several off-site tracks, or try their luck at fishing and bring back their catch to be prepared in-house. deSign wi t h a view The building’s octagonal shape provides all guest rooms and suites with inspiring views of the Sea of Oman, the Hajar Mountains or both. Rather than being bought or replicated, Al Bustan’s furniture was designed and built specifically for the resort. t h e r i t z - c a r lt o n m a g a z i n e 87

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Spring 2012

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Spring 2012
Contents
Contributors
Editor’s Letter
President’s Letter
Falling in Love With ... Tokyo
Technology
Design
On the Boulevards
Shopping
Jewelry
Watches
Family Travel
Wellness
Golf
Philadelphia
Culinary
Let Us Stay With You
Heritage

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Spring 2012