Gwen Stefani performed at a private concert for Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest members held earlier this week at the grand opening of the Renaissance Downtown Hotel in Dubai. During the show, Gwen gave Dubai a shout out, saying that she never expected in a million years to be there and that she loved the city. She called Dubai a melting pot of all the cultures and added that it really felt like “one love” at her show. On the topic of love, she sang “Make Me Like You” and gave a shout out to her beau Blake Shelton.Her set list consisted of a mix of new hits and fan favorites, including: “Wind It Up,” “Underneath It All,” “Holla Back” and “It’s My Life”.
Before her performance, the global super star met members, fans and hotel guests at a red carpet Gwen.wore a black silk crêpe cocktail dress from Gucci’s spring 2017 collection. Sequins in green, red and gold were incorporated around the collar and sleeves.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – DECEMBER 04: Gwen Stefani performs during the opening of the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai for Marriott Rewards SPG Members on December 4, 2017 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The concert was part of Marriott International’s global concert series with Universal Music Group, which in the past has included performances by Imagine Dragons, Ellie Goulding and others. Members gained entry to the concert exclusively through Marriott Rewards Moments and SPG Moments, the loyalty platforms where members redeem points for money-can’t-buy experiences.
As part of Marriott’s ultimate fan experience, one member and their guest were treated like stars, getting their hair and make-up done by a professional “glam-squad,” along with a VIP meet-and-greet with Gwen, who even gave them a shout out during her performance!
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – DECEMBER 04: Gwen Stefani attends the opening of the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai for Marriott Rewards & SPG Members at Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai on December 4, 2017 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Behind the Scenes with Gwen in Dubai:
Gwen Stefani and Renaissance Guest Navigator Arva Ahmed enjoyed a tea ritual at BHAR, one of Renaissance Downtown Hotel Dubai’s restaurants.
In Dubai for only 48 hours, Gwen Stefani herself was surprised that she got out to explore the city. Coming from London, she said she was thrilled to relax in the new hotel… but was inspired when she met Cleatus George, the hotel’s amazing Navigator, who created an experience that took Gwen off-script. They stopped by a perfumery called Villa 515 and then headed into the desert for dinner, falconry and more.