849 TESTAROSSA DEBUTS IN MIDDLE EAST AT CASA FERRARI ABU DHABI

The 849 Testarossa was unveiled at Yas Links Golf Club, giving Ferraristi an opportunity to get up close to the Prancing Horse’s latest model in the region.

Ferrari Middle East has launched the 849 Testarossa in the region, celebrating its arrival at the annual Casa Ferrari event at Yas Links Golf Club in Abu Dhabi.

Taking place alongside the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend (5th-7th December), the Casa Ferrari event brought together guests and Ferraristi to experience its new model first-hand to mark its Middle East debut.

The car, which replaces the SF90 Stradale in the range, is a hybrid plug-in super sports berlinetta equipped with three electric motors alongside the mid-rear twin-turbo V8, delivering a total of 1050 cv.

The 849 Testarossa takes its place at the top of Ferrari’s range thanks to its performance, its ability to thrill the driver without ever compromising ride comfort or interior refinement, as well as its futuristic yet deeply historically rooted design.

The heart of the car revolves around its twin-turbo, eight-cylinder internal combustion engine, part of the family of engines that have received multiple International Engine of the Year awards.

When it comes to prominent innovations, the new turbo, the largest ever for a Ferrari production car, enables unprecedented acceleration. The hybrid group, consisting of a rear electric motor and two units installed on the front axle, is capable of delivering 220 cv.

Furthermore, the vehicle dynamics have been developed with the aim of improving absolute performance, its consistency and accessibility, while maintaining a high level of driving pleasure.

The exterior reflects an architectural and futuristic direction, with a balance between sculptural forms and graphic elements, matched with an interior designed to optimise space and improve ergonomics.

The Casa Ferrari is an annual event held in Abu Dhabi during the F1 GP weekend. A temporary luxury hospitality and entertainment venue, its villa design mirrors the concept of its title – Casa, meaning house in Italian – and serves as a home for the region’s Ferraristi community.

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Ralph Lauren Opens Polo Ralph Lauren Beach Store on Saadiyat Island, UAE

Ralph Lauren announced the opening of its new Polo Ralph Lauren store at the St. Regis Hotel located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. The store features a selection of apparel, accessories and leather goods across Polo Ralph Lauren Men’s, Women’s and Childrenswear, marking the brand’s first beach store in the capital.

Inspired by the authentic style of Ralph Lauren, the new store on Saadiyat Island blends Ralph Lauren’s timeless luxury with modern beach-inspired elements that are both classic and casual with a modern twist. The store’s interior features white wood flooring and louvers, paired with abaca and seagrass inspired by the local surroundings to create an inviting environment against a distinctive backdrop. The refined design captures the iconic spirit of the brand while honouring craftsmanship and deep-rooted heritage.

The opening of the Polo Ralph Lauren store on Saadiyat Island is part of Ralph Lauren Corporation’s key city ecosystem expansion across Asia, Europe and North America as part of its Next Great Chapter: Drive strategy. This new location further strengthens the Company’s presence in the United Arab Emirates, and underscores the Company’s commitment to delivering elevated experiences for Ralph Lauren consumers across all touch points.

Polo Ralph Lauren

The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort,

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Store Hours:

Monday – Sunday: 9AM – 6PM

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candice@fauxconsultancy.com 

+971 50 788 4248

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Start 2026 in Balance - Jala Spa & Wellness Launches a Festive Season Reset With Returning Healing Expert Rajeshwari Nerukar

As festive celebrations, travel and year-end demands reach their peak, Jala Spa & Wellness at Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa invites guests to reset, rebalance and step into the new year with intention. Returning by popular demand, advanced healing practitioner Rajeshwari Nerukar will lead a six-week residency from 20 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, offering transformative energy therapies designed to restore clarity, harmony and inner calm after the hectic holiday season.

Perched 2,000 metres above sea level on Oman’s iconic Green Mountain, Jala Spa’s natural setting provides the ideal backdrop for a meaningful reset. Rajeshwari’s residency forms part of the hotel’s Visiting Practitioners Programme, bringing world-class healers and specialists to Oman for limited-edition experiences rarely available in the region.

With over 20 years of experience spanning physical therapy, traditional Indian healing, and advanced energy work, Rajeshwari’s treatments support guests seeking to release emotional overload, ease holiday-induced tension, restore vitality, and begin 2026 feeling centred and renewed.

Signature Treatments for the 2025–2026 Festive Reset

Chakra Healing and Balancing (90 minutes, OMR 90++ per person):

-        Experience complete cleansing of all seven energy centers, resulting in lightness, reduced physical pressure, positive energy shifts, mental clarity, and improved spiritual connection.

Reiki (60 minutes, OMR 70++ per person):

-        This ancient healing system works on mind, body, and spirit, promoting deep relaxation, stress reduction, increased energy, and overall wellbeing.

Abhyanga (60/90 minutes, OMR 70++/90++ per person):

-        Traditional Indian massage using soothing, symmetrical long strokes. This detoxifying treatment with warm herbal oil leaves guests refreshed and rejuvenated.

Marma Point Massage (90 minutes, OMR 90++ per person):

-        Focuses on 107 energy points throughout the body to relieve stress, release toxins, and promote complete harmony and bliss.

Asian Sound Healing Therapy (45 minutes, OMR 40++ per person):

-        The sound of Tibetan singing bowls harmonises both sides of the brain, allowing deep relaxation. This 6,000-year-old practice stimulates stress relief and continues to affect the body even after the session ends.

Asian Bodywork Therapy (60/90 minutes, OMR 70++/90++ per person):

-        This targeted massage technique addresses musculoskeletal issues such as strains and sports injuries. Slow, deep strokes apply sustained pressure to inner layers of muscles and connective tissues, breaking up scar tissue and reducing tension. The treatment increases blood flow and reduces inflammation, promoting faster healing.

Jala Spa & Wellness provides an ideal setting for these transformative practices. Nestled amidst dramatic mountain vistas with designs inspired by Oman's ancient falaj water systems and Jabal Akhdar's prized damask roses, the spa creates a natural sanctuary where energy work can reach its fullest potential.

To book a wellness experience with Rajeshwari Amol Nerukar, please contact: spa.indigojabalakhdar@ihg.com

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