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      <description>Official Hotel Blog of Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort &amp; Marina, Jumeirah Beach Dubai</description>
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         <title>YOU HAVE TO BE IN IT TO WIN IT – Barasti at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort &amp; Marina.</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Girls, head to Barasti between 4 and 6pm every Saturday for the Virgin Radio live broadcast and you could stand a chance to win a 3 day all expenses paid trip to Milan, courtesy of Austrian Airlines and Magners Pear Irish Cider.</p><p><img title="Barasti at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" height="570" alt="Barasti at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/barasti-best-friends.gif" width="450" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
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         <category>Barasti</category>
         <pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:27:56 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Festive Themed Night at Waves – Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This vibrant brasserie is open every day of the week for breakfast, brunch, lunch, supper, midnight snacks and everything in between. Enjoy fresh seasonal fare, festive themed nights, and buzzing live entertainment.</p><p><img title="waves at le meridien Mina Seyahi" height="300" alt="waves at le meridien Mina Seyahi" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/buffet-1.jpg" width="450" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:42:11 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Dubai’s most romantic getaway – The Dhow at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>This outstanding Seafood and Sushi restaurant is the only A la Carte Dhow experience along the Jumeirah coast. Floating on its own luxury mooring in the hotel marina, this traditional Dhow is perfectly placed for panoramic seafront and ocean views. Particularly striking at sunset, enjoy sundowners on the upper deck&rsquo;s lounge bar or indulge in a romantic dinner in the charming lower berth.</p><p><img title="The Dhow Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" height="300" alt="The Dhow Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/thedhowlemeridien.gif" width="450" border="0" /></p><p>VALENTINE SPECIALS<br />RESTAURANT : 5 course set menu AED 1800 per couple including bottle of champagne <br />PONTOON : 6 course set menu Aed 5000 per couple includes a bottle of Veuve Cliquot La Gran Dame and spa treatment for two<br /><a href="http://resortexperiencedubai.com/blog/2010/01/valentines_day_dining_specials_at_the_westin_dubai.html">http://resortexperiencedubai.com/blog/2010/01/valentines_day_dining_specials_at_the_westin_dubai.html</a></p>]]></description>
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         <category>Dhow</category>
         <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:55:50 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Celebrate Australia day at Barasti – Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Be there on Tuesday 26 January 2010 to celebrate Australian day in Barasti style.</p><p><img title="Barasti at le meridien mina seyahi" height="550" alt="Barasti at le meridien mina seyahi" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/australiadayatbarasti.gif" width="450" border="0" /></p><p><strong>Featuring Mark Gable (Choirboys)&nbsp;with&nbsp;special appearance from Danny Faifai and your chance to win a ticket from Etihad airline.<br />For more informaiton click</strong> <a href="http://www.minaeffect.com/gallery/gday_dubai_invite">http://www.minaeffect.com/gallery/gday_dubai_invite</a><br /></p>]]></description>
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         <category>Barasti</category>
         <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:11:50 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Kids Christmas festivities in the Penguin Club at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Children attending the Christmas party at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi were not only treated to&nbsp;colorful and tasty treats but also a surprise visit by Santa on the 19th December 2009 at Amphitheater.</p><p><img title="xams at Le Meridien Mina" height="450" alt="xams at Le Meridien Mina" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/xmas09.jpg" width="450" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
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         <category>Penguin Club</category>
         <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:44:31 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Winner of the Concierge of the month, Mr. Mandar Naik from Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>We are pleased to announce that our Assistant Chief Concierge has recently been announced Concierge of the Month.</p><p><img title="Le Meridien Mina" height="600" alt="Le Meridien Mina" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Conceiergeblog2.jpg" width="450" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2010/01/winner_of_the_concierge_of_the_month_mr_mandar_naik_from_le_meridien_mina_seyahi.html</link>
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         <category>Announcements</category>
         <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:36:35 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Welcome 2010 in True Barasti Style at our New Years Eve “White Party” at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>For the best value for money, sea views and fireworks display head down to Barasti for New Year.</p><p>&nbsp;<img title="New year at Barasti" height="618" alt="New year at Barasti" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/time-out-small-advert.jpg" width="450" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/12/welcome_2010_in_true_barasti_style_at_our_new_years_eve_white_party_at_le_meridien_mina_seyahi.html</link>
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         <category>Barasti</category>
         <pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:08:21 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Christmas and New Years Dining and Entertainment at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Unwrap a host of special packages this festive season.</strong></p><p><strong><img title="Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" height="400" alt="Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/xmasblog.gif" width="450" border="0" /></strong></p><p>Celebrate in elegant style this year at the Mina Seyahi. Throughout the holiday season, each of our restaurants and bars are offering their own unique brand of festive celebration.&nbsp; Begin your merrymaking early with special Christmas Eve dinners in a variety of beautiful settings across the resort. Then on Christmas Day, enjoy the traditional sounds of the Mina Choir filling the lobby, followed by a glittering choice of special menus and&nbsp; gifts from Santa himself.</p><p>See in the New Year with your choice of laidback or lively ambience, dressed up or down, depending on your mood. Whatever your choice, make sure you head to the beach just before midnight, when 2010 will be ushered in with a grand display of fireworks.</p><p>Book early and look forward to a wonderful Christmas and New Year&nbsp; with us at The Mina Seyahi!</p>]]></description>
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         <category>Events</category>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:00:47 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Halloween Party at the Penguin Club on 31st October - Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Enjoy a spooktacular Halloween at the Penguin Club on Saturday the 31st of October 2009.</p><p><img src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Halloween.gif" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/10/halloween_party_at_the_penguin_club_on_31st_october_le_meridien_mina_seyahi.html</link>
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         <category>Club Mina</category>
         <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:00:03 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Unity Through Rhythm - Sunset Drum Circle at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Make your weekend memorable by joining our free Sunset Drum Circle in the&nbsp;Horizon Pool Bar&nbsp;every Friday between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.</p><p><img height="530" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Sun-set-Drum-Print.gif" width="450" border="0" /></p><p>First come, first drum, Drum equipment (30 pc) set-up in a circle.</p>]]></description>
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         <category>Horizon</category>
         <pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:37:15 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Video - Barasti Big Deal Launch Party and 1st Winner Draw</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Catboy, Geordiebird and Derryn on stage picking the 1st winner of the Dubai92 BarastiBigDeal competition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/10/video_barasti_big_deal_launch_party_and_1st_winner_draw.html</link>
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         <category>Barasti</category>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:02:32 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Barasti launches it’s very own brunch on Friday 16th October 2009</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>With the poolside transformed into a funky lounge set up, this casual brunch will have live cooking stations and the best sea views in Dubai.</p><p><img src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Ahlan-October-Ad.gif" border="0" /></p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/09/barasti_launches_its_very_own_brunch_on_friday_16th_october.html</link>
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         <category>Barasti</category>
         <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:32:17 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Think you’re a Big Deal? Prove it at Barasti</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Think you&rsquo;re a player? How will you get your hands on what will soon become one of Dubai&rsquo;s most prized possessions?</p><p><img title="Barasti Big Deal at Barsti" height="699" alt="Barasti Big Deal at Barsti" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Barasti-big-deal-Poster-.gif" width="449" border="0" /></p><p><br />Watch this space as Barasti Big Deal launches on October 2nd 2009.<br /></p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/09/think_youre_a_big_deal_at_barasti.html</link>
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         <category>Announcements</category>
         <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:54:39 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>“Road to Awareness” - Mina Has Talent 2009 Charity Fundraising Campaign at Mina Seyahi.</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>On Tuesday 18th of August The Westin Dubai and Le Meridien Mina Seyahi associates showcased their hidden talent to raise funds for the &ldquo;Road to Awareness&rdquo;- in aid of giving a better life to street children in Egypt.</p><p><img title="Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" height="400" alt="Le Meridien Mina Seyahi" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Mina-Talent-2.jpg" width="450" border="0" /></p><p>The event started around 7pm with a well-organised Oscar themed setting. The Serdaal ballroom was filled with motivated associates, a in-house DJ &amp; some talented participants. The master ceremonies successfully entertained the crowd with their jokes and interviews.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/08/road_to_awareness_mina_has_talent_2009_charity_fundraising_campaign_at_mina_seyahi.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:15:03 +0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Discover Tranquility- Yoga Classes at Le Meridien Mina Seyahi</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort &amp; Marina will be staring Yoga classes with our very own Certified Yoga Teacher, Tatiana Zhmakina, after Ramadan, so reserve your place in advance by calling Club Mina (+971 4 318 1420).</p><p><img width="450" height="500" title="Le Meridien yoga 1" alt="Le Meridien yoga 1" src="http://minaeffect.com/blog/Le-Meridien-Yoga-5.jpg" border="0" /></p><p>As it reads in Sanskrit the word Yoga means to join or unite. Yoga is a profound system of holistic health, which originated in India over 5,000 years ago. </p><p>As it is well known the main beneﬁts of Yoga is &ndash; relieve of stress and physical pain, improving breathing, ﬂexibility, circulation, cardiovascular conditions and increasing strength. </p>]]></description>
         <link>http://minaeffect.com/blog/2009/08/discover_tranquility_yoga_classes_at_le_meridien_mina_seyahi.html</link>
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         <category>Club Mina</category>
         <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:05:56 +0400</pubDate>
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