Working Wonders: Emirates Palace's butler to the stars - in pictures

Aariff Nazeem, operations manager at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, ensures a royal welcome for guests. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
One of three plush bedrooms in the Palace Suite of the grand hotel. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Mr Nazeem enjoys the opportunity to look after the world's rich and famous. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
The luxurious bathroom in the Palace Suite. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Hollywood star Tom Cruise is one of many high-profile guests to enjoy opulent stays at Abu Dhabi's Emirates Palace. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Chart-topper Beyonce, pictured here during a star turn at Dubai's Atlantis The Royal, is one of Emirates Palace's most illustrious guests. Photo: Getty Images
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola enjoyed a stay at the hotel with his family. Photo: EPA
All went swimmingly for Prince William at Emirates Palace thanks to the support of hotel staff. Photo: AP