All I have to say is afternoon High tea Baby!
OK-So who can really afford to go to the Phoenician, I mean even on a "staycation"-the place is hella spendy! BUT-if you are looking for an elegant time at a decent rate, try their afternoon high tea. It is honestly the best I have had, with the exception of Tea in London at the Dorchester! And much less expensive than the Dorchester, which ranks the Phoenician High on my list!
What an experience, first off, you can chose from a regular tea or tea with unlimited Champagne! Both happen to be very reasonably priced. The area they serve the tea in is incredibly elegant and outright gorgeous, big fluffy velvet couches, some high backed upholstered chairs, silver place setting and English bone china. They also have a pianist playing calming music that is just loud enough to remind you that he's there.
The food and fair is plentiful, the tea is divine and the champagne flowed! Best of all the staff is comforting and they allow you to take your time and enjoy the ritual of the experience. I highly recommend this place!
A+!