Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort, Fujairah, UAE

Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort | lemeridien.com/fujairah

With its year-round sunshine, golden sand beaches, crystal clear water, stunning mountain backdrop, local heritage attractions and a superb business centre, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort http://lemeridien.com/fujairah has established itself as a major conference and incentive destination in United Arab Emirates. Could there possibly be a more ideal location for your business and conferencing needs?

Today's discerning companies demand much more for their conferencing facilities than just a well-appointed and comfortable meeting room and helpful, well-trained staff. Some traditional venues such as small local hotels or the company Board Room are no longer seen as adequate for many forward-thinking businesses. A more holistic approach to staff and business development requires not only first-class technological amenities but also world-class accommodation and the finest restaurants and recreational facilities on site.

Responding to these needs, Le Méridien Al Aqah has developed an extensive understanding of how best to combine business and recreational facilities for the benefit of corporate clients.

Few venues in the world are able to offer the perfect package of conferencing facilities, a superb location and all year round sunshine - until now.

The perfect business oasis

Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort provides the complete package to fulfil the conference booker's "wish list". Situated on a 230m stretch of unspoilt golden beach with the Indian Ocean, its dramatic location is enhanced by the majestic Hajar Mountains rising behind it.

Thanks to its unique location, delegates at Le Méridien Al Aqah can not only enjoy state of the art business amenities but also breath-taking vistas and exhilarating leisure facilities. The coral reefs off the coast of Fujairah provide some of the best snorkelling, diving and deep sea fishing in the world, making for excellent post-meeting relaxation and team-building opportunities.

Where in the world

Le Méridien Al Aqah is perfect for those looking for a venue that is peaceful and tranquil, with dimensions and space to think. Situated just 90 minutes from Dubai and 50km from Fujairah City, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort offers a welcome alternative to the bustle of the city.

The Resort is far from remote, however. A regular shuttle service ensures from Dubai and high quality road transportation links ensure that guests and delegates are in easy reach of the area's unique attractions, including ancient fjords, palm groves, hot springs and historical landmarks.

Fujairah is unique in the sense that it is the only Emirate that is almost entirely mountainous. With rich traditions and a history dating back over 2000 years, there is plenty of culture for delegates to experience during a visit to the region.

As a destination for corporate events, your guests and delegates are able to relax by visiting local sights such as the Al Bidya Mosque which is over 400 years old. Fujairah also boasts some of the most important archaeological finds in the Arabian Gulf which have identified that man's presence in the region dates back to the Iron Age. The Fujairah Fort, Al Heil Castle and Al Bithnah Fort are some of the other historic attractions in the region.

For those with more adventurous tastes there is the opportunity to participate in activities such as deep sea fishing excursions and a four-wheel drive expedition through the dry riverbeds along the coastline. They can experience the numerous natural features such as hot springs and waterfalls.

State of the art corporate facilities

Through the combination of outstanding corporate facilities and the natural beauty of the coastal area, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort can offer companies based either in United Arab Emirates or beyond the unique opportunity to combine high-level business strategizing with waterfront recreation. Whether you are looking for a venue for corporate brainstorming, operations reviews, sales conferences, team building, product launches or other business functions, Le Méridien Al Aqah's Business Centre will cater for all your needs.

Le Méridien Al Aqah is renowned for its attention to detail and exemplary customer service. Nowhere is this more evident that in its purpose-built Business Centre.

The state of the art conferencing facilities include wireless high speed internet access, an automated remote-controlled and wall-mounted LCD projector, an automated screen, three LCD projector access points and a dedicated printer.

However, the holistic approach at Le Méridien Al Aqah means that they aren't only interested in providing you with high levels of technological equipment, they also provide a first-class secretarial service to ensure that all your meetings run smoothly. With a staff of multilingual professionals on hand, Le Méridien Al Aqah has positioned itself as an attractive and well-equipped destination for international companies.

Rather than having enclosed rooms with artificial lighting, Le Méridien Al Aqah's meeting rooms are lit by natural sunlight which assists with delegates' concentration and creativity. The availability of dedicated break-out terraces provides a relaxing location between meetings.

1000sq. m of conference space is available, including the Hajar Ballroom. Nine meeting spaces offer opportunities for break out sessions and smaller meetings or workshops. Your delegates can relax in ultimate comfort with elegant conference tables and executive chairs.

The climate of the United Arab Emirates produces enviable year-round sunshine, making it the perfect location for an outdoor venue. Le Méridien Al Aqah's outdoor event option is available for up to 1000 people and provides an outdoor stage with tailor made packages for corporate clients as well as weddings, private events and functions.

The versatility of the conferencing and events facilities at Le Méridien Al Aqah make it the ideal choice for gala dinners, product launches, team building events, meetings and conferences.

The perfect mix of business and leisure

But there is much more to Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort than just business facilities. Its 218 sea-view rooms, 8 food and beverage options, professional dive centre, kids club, luxurious spa and access to snorkelling, water sports, deep sea fishing and four wheel drive expeditions, make it the perfect choice for incentive holidays and corporate team-building events.

Every detail is taken care of by a dedicated team who will create specifically designed team-building activities, such as beach volleyball, scuba diving, treasure hunts and tug of war events.

If you're looking for some adventure, you can head to the professional diving centre, run by Al Boom Diving and join one of the trips the company organises on a daily basis to the country's best dive sites. In addition to diving, you can enjoy other beach activities and water sports, including banana boat rides, Donut rides, water skiing and boat cruises.

If you prefer to keep your delegates on dry land, Le Méridien Al Aqah still has plenty to offer. Within the beach resort complex there is a health club equipped with gymnasium, sauna and steam rooms, and Jacuzzi.

Outside the hotel, visitors can join trips on traditional dhow cruises or practice mountain biking and hiking in the Hajar Mountains, an experience unique in United Arab Emirates.

Once you've had your fill of sight seeing and leisure activities then you can also head for the ultimate in relaxation - the spa. There is a choice between the Indian Ayuvredic Centre, supervised by an Ayurvedic doctor, and Spa Al Aqah that offers a range of exotic, Thai, European and Aromatherapy treatments that will leave you feeling completely relaxed.

Le Méridien Al Aqah's flexibility means that you can experience many of these exceptional spa services in your own room. A treatment is just a phone call away. The options include aromatic creamy baths and exotic oil massage sessions. Your bathroom will be jewelled with soft candles, rose petals and gentle ambient music to ensure sheer indulgence of the senses.

With such a myriad of facilities, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort is the perfect venue for an incentive holiday for your staff as it caters for the whole family. To ensure that parents can enjoy their relaxing stay, Le Méridien Al Aqah gives children a special treat through the Penguin Club. The children will never get bored, enjoying a special pirate's evening in addition to a group of daily entertaining activities such as animation, movies and sports games. The club runs from 9:00am till 6:00pm, providing the children with non stop entertainment and their parents with non stop relaxation.

It tastes as good as it looks

Everything about Le Méridien Al Aqah is perfectly tailored for the business traveller.

The world-class amenities and enviable location provide a memorable, stimulating and yet relaxing location for all your business needs. With the outstanding amenities comes a mouth watering array of fine food and dining experiences.

The wide range of food and beverage outlets provides something for everyone. The hotel offers pastries and coffee, bar snacks, steaks and BBQ, fine Italian, Thai, Indian and exotic fusion cuisine enhanced by breath-taking vistas of the surrounding beach and ocean.

First for business, comfort and relaxation

There are few places in the world that can provide such a comprehensive service for the discerning business traveller. A high level of service for guests, hi-tech conference facilities, and excellent leisure and sporting activities make Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort the ideal venue for all your conferences, incentive holidays, team building events, product launches and other business events.

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