Written by In the realm of luxury travel, a new trend is emerging: the demand for immersive and exclusive culinary experiences. Travelers seeking to tantalize their taste buds are driving this trend, prompting luxury destinations to tap into global tastes and talent to attract high-end food enthusiasts. According to a report by American Express Travel on global travel trends, nearly 40 percent of travelers overall, and nearly 50 percent of Gen Z and millennial travelers, have planned entire trips around visiting a specific restaurant. This phenomenon underscores a growing interest in culinary travel experiences, particularly among luxury travelers.
Luxury destinations are capitalizing on this trend by elevating their food and beverage programs to offer unique dining journeys and competitive advantages through culinary craftsmanship. One such destination leading the charge is Atlantis The Royal in Dubai. Renowned for its distinctive features, global flavors, and creative partnerships with acclaimed celebrity chefs, Atlantis The Royal has pioneered culinary innovation in the region. The resort boasts an extensive collection of innovative dining experiences, including Michelin-starred restaurants like Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Ariana’s Persian Kitchen, La Mar by Gastón Acurio, and Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis, among others.
Cedric Darthial, Vice President of Food and Beverage at Atlantis The Royal, emphasizes the importance of offering exceptional dining experiences to cater to the booming fine dining scene in Dubai. He states, “Guests want to savor culinary creations from international and regional award-winning talent right on their doorstep. We aim to select the finest chefs in the world to create exceptional dining experiences like no other.”
Creative collaboration and powerful partnerships with internationally recognized chefs have been instrumental in distinguishing Atlantis The Royal in the culinary tourism landscape. The resort’s seventeen restaurants and bars, featuring eight celebrity chefs, offer guests a wide variety of cuisine to explore. Darthial explains, “Atlantis The Royal is taking the gastronomy experience to new heights by hosting the largest number of celebrity chef restaurants anywhere in the world.”
Dubai’s status as a cultural melting pot and popular tourist destination makes it the perfect setting for culinary exploration. With renowned and up-and-coming talent converging in the city, Atlantis The Royal offers guests the opportunity to savor diverse flavors from around the world. From Mediterranean delicacies at Estiatorio Milos to modern Iranian cuisine at Ariana’s Persian Kitchen, each restaurant tells a unique story, enriching the culinary experience for guests.
Looking ahead, Atlantis The Royal remains dedicated to shaping the future of culinary tourism by continuously adapting to evolving guest preferences and pushing the boundaries of gastronomic innovation. The resort’s commitment to delivering world-class hospitality, exceptional cuisine, and award-winning service underscores its position as a leading food and beverage destination globally and in the region.
As the culinary tourism industry continues to evolve, Atlantis The Royal sees a wealth of opportunities on the horizon. Darthial predicts, “Food tourism will only continue to grow in the coming years, and the industry is poised for exciting developments as it evolves. We will see culinary exploration, cultural immersion, sustainability, and technology coming together to create memorable and enriching travel experiences.” With its dedication to excellence and innovation, Atlantis The Royal is poised to remain at the forefront of this culinary revolution.
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