The Ultimate Girls Luxury Mini Break at Ritz Carlton Bahrain
Where? Bahrain, The middle East. A nation comprising of over 30 islands in the Arabian Gulf.
When? October 2018. Bahrain is hot all year round, making it a marvellous winter sun destination.
Hotel? Ritz Carlton Bahrain
Why? Last week myself and fellow blogger friends, WhitneysWonderland, Maja Malnar and Elena Sandor were all invited to Bahrain to experience a wonderful ‘girls luxury weekend break’ at the spectacular Ritz Carlton Bahrain.
If you watched Sex and the City 2, the movie, you’ll have an idea of what sort of pampering we were in for. Keep scrolling to read my photo diary all about our ‘Ultimate Girls Luxury Mini Break at Ritz Carlton Bahrain.’
The view of the pool at the hotel from my room. The turquoise central pool looks out over the beautiful sun drenched bay.
We flew with Gulf Air. The flight takes around 8 hours from the UK to Bahrain. The lovely guys at the air line gave us an upgrade as you can see from my lie down incredible seat in first class. Cheers!
The Ritz Carlton Bahrain
Only a short 20 minute journey from the airport, the Ritz Carltons is in Manama the capital of Bahrain. This central location makes it a great location from which to discover the island. Although to be perfectly honest I would have been just as happy staying in the luxury resort the whole time :)
The hotel is split into rooms, suites and private villas, some with their own staff and swimming pools (pictured below). The decor throughout is modern, clean, white minimal lines with abstract artwork dotted around the rooms. It’s equipped with all luxury mod-cons including wide screen TV’s, huge fluffy beds, slippers, gowns, large walk in wet rooms with rain showers and in some cases, your own butler.
Above: the private pool villas
Below: A Bahraini breakfast served in my room, complete with fruit platter, shakshouka eggs and a huge pot of coffee, yum.
The ultimate in relaxation. Me chilling out and enjoying a rose petal bath in the beautiful, bright bathroom in the villa suite.
What to do in Bahrain – Pearl diving boat trip
On our first day the guys at Ritz Carlton took us out on a beautiful yacht to experience a day of pearl diving, which is an activity very specific to this region. I love a boat trip, it’s one of my favourite pass times, but adding the pearl diving and later, the secluded beach picnic, is something a little different and more exciting.
Me with my pearly catch of the day. Our captain Mohamed helped us to open the oysters, but unfortunately I didn’t get a pearl. The mother of pearl on the inside of the shell was just as beautiful though.
After a fun morning of diving and snorkelling we sailed to an exquisite, secluded beach for a wonderful alfresco lunch, served on a bed of Arabian cushions and throws, with plenty of delicious bbq fish, meat, salads and huge fruit platters.
Dinner in Nirvana
That evening we enjoyed dinner at one of the hotels 11 dining options. And I would like to tell you that I had one of the best Indian meals I’ve ever had, (sorry mum!) at the renowned Nirvana Restaurant which also happens to be one of the best restaurants in Bahrain.
We enjoyed a delecatable Indian feast of vegetarian bhaji starters, meat and fish succulently prepared straight from the tandoor grills and a plethora of curries, biriyanis and naan breads. I was in heaven! Or should I say, Nirvana!
Bahrain City Tour
The next day we went on a half day city tour of Bahrain. We were taken to the famous Al Fateh Mosque, the second largest mosque in the Middle East (outfits provided as above). We went to museums, coffee houses and we also got to see inside a traditional Muharraq houses, which is what old Bahraini houses used to look like.
Cantina Kahlo
Dinner on our second night was enjoyed at another of Bahrain’s best restaurants, Cantina Kahlo. Which luckily for us was also part of our hotel complex. We enjoyed experimental and modern Mexican cuisine underneath the stars. The interiors are seriously cool too, pictured above.
Spa day
The final day of trip was all about being pampered and enjoying the luxuries of the hotel. We started with a morning massage and use of the incredible spa water circuit with hot tubs, jacuzzis, steam rooms and saunas.
We then spent the afternoon at the pool and the hotels private island beach (pictured below).
That evening we were treated to an incredible evening bedouin feast, created specifically for us at our villa, within a stunning red and black traditional marquee, underneath the stars. It was the perfect setting for a romantic end to out decadent girls luxury mini break in Bahrain.
Huge thank you to incredible team at Ritz Carlton Bahrain for organising such an utterly fabulous trip for us. The service, the staff and all of the wonderful activities were so perfectly organised and beyond instagram friendly. This truly was a marvellous mini break for groups, couples or families alike. I’d happily go back next week please :)
And a huge thank you to Gulf Air for the stellar upgrade! That’s all from Bahrain. See you next time.
Bon voyage xx
Ritz Carlton Bahrain looks stunning. Glad you and your buddies had the ultimate luxury weekend there. Loved the photos :)
This looks like a dream getaway — it seems like you had an amazing time!! The architecture of the surrounding area is so stunning, and I loved your dress in the first image (with the blue print). So lovely!
Forst of all , the blue dress is just beautiful. Amd I literally love everything about thia trip. I want to soak in this tub like right now it hurts lol
thanks so much
The Ritz Carlton is a brand renown for quality and their Bahrain property certainly looks like it lives up to that extremely well! This is a hotel I would love to stay at when we next pass through the Middle East. The beaches and water likewise look gorgeous.
Okay this vacation looks insane!! What a gorgeous place to visit, the Ritz-Carlton is always such a beautiful place to stay.
it was insane
Ritz Carlton is pure indulgence. Seems like you girls had an amazing time, the pictures are lovely.
pure indulgence
looks like you pretty girls had lots of fun! spending time with your best girls is always a nice idea. love the photos! you look stunning. the last one is my favorite :)
Looks like so much fun! Beautiful photos, and it looks like you had a good time! Thank you for sharing.
t was so fun
Looks like a fun trip and an amazing resort. What a fun girls weekend away to enjoy some pampering and time of relaxation.
What a fantastic girls trip! I didn’t know anything about Bahrain until I read your post. It looks amazing! And the hotel… definitely a paradise looking one.
Wow!! I am blown away!! Everything looks so stunning! Especially that hotel! Wow!
Thnaks so much
OMG you had me at SATC 2! That trip was insanely gorgeous, as was your trip! What an amazing vacay spot!
Wow. This looks like a truly luxurious trip. How wonderful to get upgraded on the flight, and the hotel looks incredible.
Wow! This looks like such a luxurious and fun trip! These pictures are amazing. They make me want to ditch the kids and hop on a plane.
Looks like you are having a fantastic vacation in Bahrain, will definitely add this to my bucket list and hope to visit this place someday!
Wow! Super awesome you get to travel, AND with friends, too. Really beautiful place you visited!
Wow, such a detailed post that would be so helpful to plan a great trip to Bahrain. Loving the pictures so much.
Thanks so much
Omg, what a dream vacay. I’m there! Seriously, sign me up.
That looks like one hell of a vacation. I’m jealous
That looks like one hell of a vacation. I’m jealous. Love all the pics and info
Thanks xx
WOW this looks like the perfect retreat! I would love to do this – thank you for inspiring me to try this trip out!
You must try it x
This looks like a lovely place to visit and the dream holiday destination for a lot of people. Its nice to see you had a nice time there and thank you for sharing your experiences with us :)
It truly is x
Wow, this is a really gorgeous place to visit and seeing these photos makes me think to plan a trip to Bahrain to experience this kind of beautiful vacation.
It looks like a relaxing and adventure filled mini-break. Your photographer got some amazing pictures. Thanks for sharing.
hehe I am the photographer x
I have never checked into visiting Bahrain. It looks like and amazing place to explore. I would have to reserve the trip for something longer than a mini-break though. I would love to take my time to explore all of it.
What a fun and beautiful time! I love that navy and white dress too!
Thanks so much
It looks like you and your friends had a lovely time. I loved how elegant your swimsuit and outfits were. The hotel also looked like the perfect place to relax.
Love the place! Not to mention those stunning pictures of yours!
Thanks xxx
It looks like you all were in heaven! I would love to have a girls trip like that!
I hope you do get one x
I have never been there but I would love to be there. Such a lovely place. Seems you had a great time.
I am so jealous! Never had a girls’ weekend or at least a girls’ night out in the longest time (I am talking YEARS). The Ritz Carlton in Bahrain looks like a really luxurious place to stay. Happy that you got the chance to meet up with your amazing friends!
These are really stunning photos! It looks like you had an amazing time and with such a gorgeous location I can totally see why!
Thanks so much x
You and your squad look gorgeous in all your outfits! Bahrain is in my bucket list. Thanks for the tips!
I’ve been to Bahrain but not Ritz Carlton! how I envy this luxury stay! Too bad though, you didn’t get a pearl! but all the photos look stunning, you looked like you reeeeally enjoyed! :D
Next time x
Wow that looks like a scene from Sex and the City! You all look amazing and I bed you had a great time!
Wow such an amazing break. I am sure you had a wonderful time. Looking at the photos, make me want to take a vacation now.. Lol
do it x
Haha that’s what we were aiming for !!! Haha