Enjoying Istanbul's winter festivities

With its beautiful views of the glittering New Year's Eve fireworks over the Bosphorus and Istanbul's historic skyline, the Ritz-Carlton Istanbul invites all to enjoy its biggest party of the year.

The hotel is raising a toast to the end of the year with a range of exclusive packages such as "Opulence Executive," which includes a night in the hotel's "Executive Bosphorus Suite" on Dec. 31, New Year's Day brunch for two, a New Year's Eve Gala dinner with drinks and spa access.

New Year's Eve will be celebrated in the hotel's signature restaurant, Atelier Real Food, and the fashionable night spot of Bleu Lounge. The hotel will start the new year with an open buffet brunch at Atelier Real Food, offering free flow of sparkling wines and unlimited local drinks, accompanied by live piano music and entertaining activities for the hotel's littler guests.

For further information, call 0212 334 4444.

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