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Inside One&Only One Za’abeel’s Opening Weekend: Watch Nancy Ajram’s Private Performance

From guests checking into their luxe accommodations to a performance by Nancy Ajram, see all the highlights from the first night of the festivities here

Friday night was proof that the One&Only One Za’abeel knows how to throw an opening weekend party. The luxe hotel – which boasts the UAE’s longest infinity pool – welcomed guests yesterday for its hotly anticipated debut, checking in tastemakers, industry leaders and creatives from all over the world.

What does the One&Only One Za’abeel’s opening weekend have in store for its guests, you ask? While the itineraries have yet to be publicly revealed (including whether or not we can expect to see more A-Listers make appearances) anticipate content filled with culinary delights from the F&B offerings; poolside selfies and pampering sessions; and, possibly, another concert with a surprise celebrity guest?

Here, Bazaar Arabia shares all the highlights from the first night of One&Only One Za’abeel grand opening here.

One&Only One Za’abeel: Celebrities Arrive for Grand Opening Weekend

Yalda Golsharifi (@ygolsharifi)

The Kuwaiti influencer arrived at One&Only One Za’abeel with her husband, Hassan Al Mosawi, ready for a weekend of socialising and relaxing.

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Yalda Golsharifi
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Evangelie Smyrniotaki (@styleheroine)

The art director and content creator lounged around poolside on Friday with her friend Maria Sole Cecchi.

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend style heroine
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“Tropical bunny. Beyond excited to be here for the Grand opening of @ooonezaabeel with my partner in crime @mariasolececchi,” she wrote in the caption. 

Nancy Ajram (@nancyajram)

The Lebanese singer serenaded guests in a Hervé Léger fringed gown, next to The Link’s rooftop infinity pool.

Sara Abi Kanaan (@saraabikanaanofficial)

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Sara Abi Kanaan
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The Lebanese actress opted for a full glam look for the opening night, opting for a scarlet red velvet gown by Karoline Lang and jewellery by Nsouli Jewelry.

Annabella Hilal (@annabellahilal)

Television presenter Annabella Hilal brought bombshell energy with her to the grand opening, stepping out in a sparkling cerulean gown.

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Annabella Hilal
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Jessy Abdo (@jessy_abdo)

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Jessy Abdo
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Lebanese-Armenian actor Jessy Abdo opted for an embellished Rami Salamoun dress to celebrate the One&Only One Za’abeel’s grand opening.

Faisal Alghazzawi (@falghazzawi)

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Faisal Alghazzawi
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Jory Al Maiman (@joryalmaiman)

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Jory Almaiman
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The Saudi content creator was spotted wearing a tan dress and jewellery by Marli, as she mingled with other guests – including Nancy Ajram.

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Jory Almaiman
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Ahmed El Sayed (@twistedcurlz)

The House of Nomad founder stepped out in a linen BOSS suit, before changing into a Dolce&Gabbana look for the party portion of the night.

One&Only One Za'abeel Opening Weekend Ahmed El Sayed
Image courtesy of Instagram/@twistedcurlz

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Laura Kell

With over 10 years of experience creating content for a multitude of digital platforms, Laura Kell joined Harper’s Bazaar Arabia as Digital Editor in March 2020, before being promoted to the role of...

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