Looking to escape the city this Valentine’s Day and enjoy some R&R with your special someone?

Indulge in the Desert Romance package at Banyan Tree Al Wadi and avail of all the luxury the newly opened resort has to offer. Choose between two villas, Al Rimal or Al Khaimah for Dhs2,888 and Dhs3,888 respectively (subject to 10% service charge), and enjoy a personal pool, lounging day beds and a candlelight meal in the privacy of your own villa.

On Valentine’s Night, enjoy a barbecue dinner by a bonafire accompanied by a glass of sparkling beverage and the soft sounds of the Arabic oud. And to end the night, you and your partner can release a Thai lantern, a traditional practice for good wishes. Return to your room for a rose petal drawn bath and a bottle of sparkling beverage.

The next morning you can indulge in a gourmet in-villa breakfast of truffle lobster eggs benedict or sunny-side foie gras-flavoured minute steaks and many other delights.

The Desert Romance package is available from February 11 to 15, 2010. For more information and reservations call 7 206 7777 or visit alwadi@banyantree.com