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Dive In: W Hotels Debuts In Oman With The Opening Of W Muscat
MUSCAT, Oman, Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Make a splash. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today announced the opening of W Muscat,
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[{"type":"text","content":" MUSCAT, Oman, Aug. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Make a splash. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today announced the opening of W Muscat, the brand's newest beachfront W Escape and the second to open in the Middle East this year. Set against the stunning backdrop of the rugged Al Hajar Mountains, which form a stark contrast to the historic capital city's lively waterfront, W Muscat sits at the intersection of the bustling Shatti Al Qurum area. The new hotel opens in an ideal locale to bring the W brand's signature take on playful luxury to the serene waterfront of Oman.\n\n \n\"Muscat is a fascinating and exciting city. Its cultural DNA honors millennia of tradition while looking to what's new and next - an ideal match for the W brand,\" said Anthony Ingham, Global Brand Leader, W Hotels Worldwide. \"The arrival of W in Muscat marks a new chapter for both the brand and this buzzing metropolis. The hotel reinterprets Omani design and cultural traditions to create a modern, energetic and stylish Escape unlike anything the sultanate has seen before.\"\nDive InThe architectural narrative of W Muscat immerses guests in the concept of exploration and the illustrious storytelling tradition of the nomadic Bedouin traveler. Its striking design is inspired by the diverse and vibrant natural locale - from the rugged mountain range to the vast Omani desert, the sparkling bay to the azure waters of the Arabian Sea. Colorful hints of Muscat's vibrant culture are interspersed throughout the spaces to evoke the mystery and adventure of the city's rich heritage and storied past. W Muscat is a bold remix of traditional charm, natural beauty and the disruptive W DNA. \nWelcoming guests upon arrival is a striking, nine-ton frankincense tree sculpture designed by renowned artist Pongsatat Uaiklang that pays tribute to Omani culture. Standing at an impressive 10 meters tall, the piece is made of solid stainless steel, welded from 28 winding pieces. In traditional Omani culture, frankincense was used to bless and welcome weary travelers after their long journeys. In that same tradition, guests are then ushered into the inviting Living Room (W's signature take on the lobby) where they can relax and unwind in an Arabic Majlis, beneath an oversized installation of the Omani Kummas, chic headgears that are unmistakable marks of the Oma...