PAID CONTENT FOR THE FIRST COLLECTION


PAID CONTENT FOR THE FIRST COLLECTION


The First Collection DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES


The First Collection is Dubai’s newest four-star lifestyle brand, promising its guests modern leisure and business facilities, convenient locations, innovative dining concepts and stylish accommodation. Its debut property, The First Collection


Jumeirah Village Circle, launched in September 2021 and was named one of TripAdvisor’s 25 ‘Hottest New Hotels for 2022’. The brand’s second property, The First Collection Business Bay, opened its doors on 1 July and is already proving a hit with guests enjoying the outdoor sundeck, home to an inviting 25-metre swimming pool and uninterrupted views of the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. The First Collection brand is known for its


gastronomy, and the JVC property has set the benchmark with an eclectic offering including Santè Ria Bar & Restaurant, specialising in South American cuisine and cocktails, as well as the Village Bistro, serving classic dishes with a twist and hosting fun themed nights. For the best coffee in town and delicious pastries on the go,


there’s Risen Café and Artisanal Bakery, while Nest Social provides an intimate space to relax, socialise or work while enjoying a selection of artisanal food and drinks. Nearby attractions and activities include golf


at The Els Club and Trump International Golf Club, shopping at Dubai Marina Mall and Mall of the Emirates, and sports facilities Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Dubai Autodrome. Close to Downtown Dubai, The First


Collection Business Bay offers a mix of world- class business and lifestyle amenities on its doorstep, including Dubai Mall, Dubai Opera and the Museum of the Future. The hotel’s gastronomic offerings include


The Blacksmith Bar & Eatery, serving barbecue dishes including meats from its own in-house gourmet butchery and southern US classics. Guests can also indulge in a Mediterranean-


inspired menu at the hotel’s casual all-day dining venue Vyne, or pop into the second Dubai branch of grab-and-go bakery, Risen.


Don’t miss Gaze at the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, from the outdoor pool and sundeck at The First Collection Business Bay


Need to know


KEY ACTIVITIES • Burj Khalifa • Dubai Mall • Dubai Opera • Jumeirah Beach • The Museum of the Future • Dubai Aquarium • Dubai International Financial Centre • Mall of the Emirates • Dubai Marina Mall • The Walk & Beach at JBR • The Els Club • Beach transfers


Get in touch thefirstcollection.ae


The First Collection Jumeirah Village Circle T: +971 4 275 6666 E: jvc@thefirstcollection.ae The First Collection Business Bay T: +971 4 873 4444 E: businessbay@thefirstcollection.ae


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