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The retreat is within touching distance of Jubail Island’s mangrove forests.
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Abu Dhabi's first eco-retreat has opened on Jubail Island. All images Khushnum Bhandari
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The main villla at Pura Eco Retreat on Jubail Island with artwork by artist Fatima Al Hammadi.
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Pura Eco Retreat is only accesible via a private 3-kilometre sandy road that winds through Jubail Island's mangroves.
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It is nestled in the heart of the mangroves on Jubail Island, next to Jubail Mangrove Park in Abu Dhabi.
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The reception area at Pura Eco Retreat offers a window to the mangroves.
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Pura Eco Retreat is open for overnight stays with five dome suites. More accomodation is set to be added in 2021.
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Guests check-in to dome-shaped tents overlooking the water.
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Accommodation is minimalist chic with unending views.
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Each dome suite has a private en-suite bathroom.
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There are five domes in total, and each has an outdoor seating area, cabana and fire-pit.
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Pura Eco Retreat is for adults only, designed as a place to escape, relax and rejuvenate.
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Guests are encouraged to digitally detox while they immerse themselves in nature.
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Beanbags overlooking Jubail Island's mangroves.
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The breakfast terrace overlooking the mangroves at Pura Eco Retreat on Jubail Island.
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A colourful breakfast feast.
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Teepee-style tent detailing.
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Outdoor seating for dinner at Pura Eco Retreat.
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Balearic vibes at Pura Eco Retreat.
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Guests can enjoy several activites including kayaking, fatbiking, yoga and more.
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The retreat is within touching distance of Jubail Island’s mangrove forests.
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Abu Dhabi's first eco-retreat has opened on Jubail Island. All images Khushnum Bhandari
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The main villla at Pura Eco Retreat on Jubail Island with artwork by artist Fatima Al Hammadi.
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Pura Eco Retreat is only accesible via a private 3-kilometre sandy road that winds through Jubail Island's mangroves.
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It is nestled in the heart of the mangroves on Jubail Island, next to Jubail Mangrove Park in Abu Dhabi.
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The reception area at Pura Eco Retreat offers a window to the mangroves.
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Pura Eco Retreat is open for overnight stays with five dome suites. More accomodation is set to be added in 2021.
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Guests check-in to dome-shaped tents overlooking the water.
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Accommodation is minimalist chic with unending views.
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Each dome suite has a private en-suite bathroom.
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There are five domes in total, and each has an outdoor seating area, cabana and fire-pit.
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Pura Eco Retreat is for adults only, designed as a place to escape, relax and rejuvenate.
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Guests are encouraged to digitally detox while they immerse themselves in nature.
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Beanbags overlooking Jubail Island's mangroves.
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The breakfast terrace overlooking the mangroves at Pura Eco Retreat on Jubail Island.
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A colourful breakfast feast.
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Teepee-style tent detailing.
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Outdoor seating for dinner at Pura Eco Retreat.
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Balearic vibes at Pura Eco Retreat.
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Guests can enjoy several activites including kayaking, fatbiking, yoga and more.
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The retreat is within touching distance of Jubail Island’s mangrove forests.
Abu Dhabi's first eco retreat opens: stay in a nature-surrounded dome on Jubail Island
Pura Eco Retreat offers unrestricted access to nature among Abu Dhabi's mangroves
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