The Mina Effect

On March 28th between the hours of 8:30 and 9:30PM the environment received a little reciprocity during the 3rd Annual Earth Hour. Along the Jumeirah Coast at Le Méridien Mina Seyahi lights went out to represent the support from Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

The event offered Le Méridien guests the possibility to become involved, switch of their lights, vacate their rooms and visit the Lobby Lounge for candlelit settings and a dimmed atmosphere. To strengthen the impact, associates of the hotel were provided screening times to view Earth Awareness videos to further spread the understanding of the initiative.  

According to Hotel Manager Shaun Parsons, “we were excited to participate in this global event and the guest feedback shows they appreciated and enjoyed it as well.” Originating in Sydney, Australia in 2007, Earth Hour offers people from all walks of life the chance to vote for Earth, and the opportunity to promote a sustainable future.

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13th, 14th and 17th March: With free postcards to send home, a Guinness wall to leave your mark on, brunch and a 2 for 1 offer, you’ve got every reason to enjoy the craic at Barasti.

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Eat, drink and live Rugby at Barasti: Scrum down at Barasti for the Rugby 7’s this Friday and Saturday. On each day from 11am until 3pm, you can have a pre-match brunch, get a shuttle bus to and from the game and pick up a free drink voucher on the way back to help you get the party started!

Detailed Information

The Barasti brunch on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th March 2009 can be booked through our Le Meridien Restaurant Reservations desk - +971 4 3181398 / 2.

The cost of the brunch is AED295.00 per person full inclusive (food and beverage) and includes complimentary transport to the rugby sevens.

Barasti will be showing the rugby through out the event on all televisions and on a 4*5 meter big screen on the beach.

The buses for the sevens depart from the marina entrance at 1400hrs and at 1600hrs. Regular busses will be departing from the rugby sevens location to Barasti throughout the day (s) (Friday and Saturday only).

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Ciro’s Pomodoro at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina is now hosting Salsa nights every Monday, starting March 2nd, 2009.

The Salsa Nights run from 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM, with DJ Del Piero & DJ Mike. Entrance policy: Couples and dress code is smart casual.

Del Piero is today the leading Cuban Salsa instructor in Dubai . He has become renowned for his intricate attention to detail while mastering the magic of Cuban dancing.

With a passion for Cuban history; his ability to convey his deep understanding of the musical roots in Rumba and Son is evident throughout his dance courses. His unique method of teaching combined with a strong emphasis on footwork and body movement is the added bonus his students gain while enjoying the benefits of social dancing. As well as teaching many dance styles, Del Piero runs Salsa Rhythm & Timing workshops that convey the importance of understanding the rhythmical beats of Cuban percussion.

Del Piero has been recognized internationally as “a professional, and keen to work on detail… and a dedicated ambassador of the Cuban dance” by acclaimed Salsa masters such as Kerry Ribchester and Eddie Salsa Freak

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Barasti, Le Meridien Beach Resort & Marina to host the Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fundraiser on 14th March from 12 – 6pm.

All proceeds during that period from drinks and the Aussie BBQ will go towards the appeal. There’s also the opportunity to win some fabulous prizes from The Westin Heavenly Spa, Puma, Le Meridien, Al Boom Marine, Cinestar, Holeys, EMU Australia, Lime Tree and many more.

“Barasti would like to welcome all expats, Australian or otherwise to join us as we assist our Australian friends through this terrible tragedy. Barasti are proud to donate funds from drinks sold on the evening plus other money to this worthy cause.” Explains Shaun Parsons, Hotel Manager, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina.

A worthwhile cause and a great chance to embrace your Australian spirit.

The event is being coordinated by a group of Aussie expats who have been compelled by the circumstances back in Australia to help out. Along with Le Meridien they have been working in support of the Australia New Zealand Association who’s patron is the Australian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Jeremy Bruer.

John Butler (State Government of Victoria Australia – Commissioner Middle East & North Africa) continues, “If you’re an Australian expat in Dubai and you’re not down at Barasti on the 14th March then where are you?”

Overlooking the Arabian Sea, Barasti at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina is an award winning vibrant beach venue full of excitement. With great music, a delectable menu and delicious cocktails – it’s no wonder Barasti has become an icon of the Dubai social scene.

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