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BEST LUXURY HOTELS THAT OPENED IN 2025: JUMEIRAH MARSA AL ARAB

Posted on by Balissande Foundation in HOTELS & RESTAURANTS

In March 2025, one of the world’s most anticipated hotels opened in Dubai: Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. Jumeirah, Dubai’s state-owned hospitality company, is known for its high-end hospitality services and distinctive architecture. It has several standout properties. One memorable property is their opulent, sail-shaped, 321 meters tall, 7-star hotel: Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. Some say … Continue reading BEST LUXURY HOTELS THAT OPENED IN 2025: JUMEIRAH MARSA AL ARAB →

17-WEEK FINISHING SCHOOL: THE ULTIMATE IN REFINEMENT

Posted on by Balissande Foundation in SCHOOL & BOOKS

The 17-Week Finishing School program at Balissande Finishing School is a timeless rite of passage, reinvented to fit the modern world. The program was first imagined over 10 years ago, in a home that hosted an American president and his $35,000/plate presidential fundraising dinner. Today, the program has become a symbol of refinement and luxury. … Continue reading 17-WEEK FINISHING SCHOOL: THE ULTIMATE IN REFINEMENT →