United Arab Emirates

Discover new worlds with Emirates Holidays this Eid Al Adha. Enjoy the historic and picturesque cities of Europe or bask in the breathtaking views of Table Mountain, Cape Town; lose yourself on the sandy, white beaches of Sri Lanka or take a hot air balloon ride over the majestic Masai Mara. Whatever you do this Eid, make sure it’s extraordinary; travel with Emirates Holidays and take advantage of complimentary nights in your dream destinations.

Asia – Luxury Stays

Sheer Luxury in the Golden Triangle, India

Be awed by the splendour of Taj Mahal at the luxurious Oberoi Amarvilas. Built in a style inspired by Moorish and Mughal architecture, the hotel is designed to provide breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal from all guest rooms and suites, as well as the lobby and bar. Located only 600 metres from the famed monument, guests will receive a complimentary upgrade from Premiere Room to Premiere Room with balcony.

Packages start from AED 9,070 and include return Economy Class tickets, three nights’ accommodation with American breakfast, private car transfer Delhi/hotel/Delhi, room tax and service charges. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 4th – 20th November 2011

A Fortress of Luxury on the Beaches of Sri Lanka

Guests can stay for four nights for the price of three, inclusive of breakfast at the idyllic Fortress Hotel, near Galle. Situated on the golden sands of a secluded beach The Fortress forges historic Dutch and Portuguese style with Sri Lankan motifs and naturally modern design, amid beautiful gardens. The area is steeped in rich history, with the neighbouring Galle’s Dutch colonial ancestry and lively port offering much more than a beachside getaway.

Packages start from AED 4,210 and include return Economy Class tickets, return airport transfers in a private car, room tax and service charges. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 4th – 20th November 2011

Europe – History & Culture

Cultural Delights Amid the Turrets & Towers of Prague

Guests can stay three nights for the price of two, inclusive of breakfast, at the InterContinental Praha, Prague. Ideal for a short city break, the hotel is ideally located in the heart of the historical city centre, with stunning views over the Vltava River. The hotel’s rooftop restaurant provides the ultimate in romantic dining with spectacular views of the vivid turrets and towers of Prague’s skyline, while the city offers an abundance of cultural attractions including theatrical and musical performances, museums and art galleries.

Packages start from AED 4,114 and include return Economy Class tickets, return airport transfers in a private car, room tax and service charges. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 27th October 2011 – 30th November 2011

Celebrating City Life in Madrid

Guests can stay four nights for the price of three, inclusive of breakfast, in the 18th Century palace-inspired InterContinental Madrid. Located on the city’s most celebrated and bustling thoroughfare, the hotel is within easy walking distance of the elegant Serrano shopping street and Royal Palace of Madrid in the heart of the Golden Triangle of three world famous museums: Prado Museum, Museo Nacional Central de Arte Reina Sofia and the Thyssen Bornemisza Museum.

Packages start from AED 8,442 and include return Economy Class tickets, return airport transfers in a private car, room tax and service charges. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 1st October – 31st December 2011

A Canal-Side Retreat in Amsterdam

Guests can stay four nights for the price of three in the canal side retreat of Sofitel Amsterdam The Grand. Nestled in between two quiet canals in the heart of the city, the hotel has retained every inch of its 15th century architectural heritage on the outside but on the inside it has been renovated into a surprising modern and sleek 5 star hotel. Built around a 17th century canal ring of over 100kms in length, the capital of the Netherlands is often referred to as ‘The Venice of the North’.

Packages from start AED 8,213 and include return Economy Class tickets, return airport transfers in a private car, room tax and service charges. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 1st November – 27th December 2011

Africa – The Great Outdoors

Big Cat Territory in Kenya’s Masai Mara

Guests can stay one night at Fairmont Norfolk Nairobi and three nights in Fairmont Mara Safari Club. Set in the heart of Africa’s Great Plains, the Masai Mara boasts 1672 sq kms of unspoilt wilderness. This tour puts you in the heart of the big cat territory with rolling grassland providing plentiful options for viewing a variety of game. Opt for a hot-air balloon excursion for a truly spectacular view over this magnificent landscape.

Packages start from AED 8,942 and include return Economy Class tickets, Meet and Assist Service at Jomo Kenyatta Airport (Nairobi), transfer in a private car to Fairmont Norfolk Nairobi, transfer to Wilson Airport, Safari link flight from Wilson to Masai Mara, buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and Game Drives at Fairmont Mara Safari Club and return flight from Masai Mara to Wilson and transfer to international airport for departure. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 1st – 12th November 2011

Waterfront and Mountainside in Cape Town, South Africa

Guests can stay four nights for the price of three at the Waterfront Village in Cape Town. This village of apartments is an intimate and secluded spot in the middle of Cape Town’s most reputable area, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The apartments are perfectly located to take in the lively atmosphere of the 1654 working port that still lives on today at the foot of the dramatic Table Mountain. Guests can also take on the adrenaline rush of speed boat rides and deep sea game fishing or simply while away the days strolling the boardwalk and visiting museums, market and restaurants that line the coast.

Packages start from AED 6,810 and include Economy Class tickets, Meet & Assist at Cape Town International Airport, return airport transfers in standard coach, room tax and service charges. The prices are per person on twin-sharing basis and exclude airport departure taxes.

Valid from 1st – 30th November 2011

Skywards members will receive up to 20 per cent bonus miles when they book these packages. They can also redeem their miles for Skywards Gift Vouchers, which can be used towards payment of exclusive packages from Emirates Holidays. Terms and conditions apply.

For more information on the above offers and for bookings please contact Emirates Holidays on 800 5252 or www.emiratesholidays.com or through your travel agents.

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Sri Lanka reported a 50 per cent surge in tourist arrivals from the Middle East in January 2010, compared to the same period last year, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Board (SLTPB).

For the sun-sea-and-sand enthusiast, Sri Lanka offers unbeatable value. Due to its location along the equatorial zone it has a tropical climate which varies with the regions and the seasons. Summer temperatures range between 24 to 26 degrees Celsius and sunny, blue skies are virtually guaranteed. The island nation offers several public beaches as well as five-star beach hotels and resorts, said a spokesperson.

“A full range of water sports can be enjoyed in Sri Lanka, including swimming, sailing, windsurfing, scuba diving, water-skiing and deep sea fishing. Equipment for all sports can be hired and professional instruction is available throughout the coastal areas,” stated Heba Al Ghais Al Mansoori, Middle East director of SLTPB based in Dubai.

Divers in Sri Lanka are treated to some of the most spectacular reefs in the world as also large schools of a variety of colourful fish. The islands coastlines have dozens of famous ship wrecks dating back centuries and also coral reefs, under sea caves & rock formations all around the island.

Comfortable tours of the city are also possible with air-conditioned coaches and multi-lingual guides introducing you to the island’s unique culture.

There are more than five thousand rooms available in graded establishments along the southern coast offering a wide range of options for high spenders as well as budget travellers.

A visit to Sri Lanka would hardly be complete without sampling the wild natural beauty of the country including the scenic waterfalls, spice and tea plantations, bird and wildlife reserves, tropical jungle excursions and the luxurious yet eco-friendly accommodation, she added.-TradeArabia News Service

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Dubai-based budget airline begins flights to its fourth new destination this week when its inaugural flight to Sri Lanka touched down in Colombo, newswire WAM reported on Thursday.

Speaking about the launch, flydubai’s CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith said: “We’re delighted to be able to expand our range of destinations in the South Asian sub-continent with the start of our flights to Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination and by making travel to the capital a little less complex, a little less stressful and a little less expensive, I am confident this new route will be a popular one. Especially since a one way fare with flydubai costs from just AED450, including all taxes, charges and one piece of hand luggage.

Travel to Sri Lanka has shown a significant increase so far this year, with a 106 per cent growth in the first quarter of 2010, according to the Sri Lankan tourism board.

Sri Lanka’s economy has seen sustained growth in the last few years, recovering from a turbulent period marked by civil war and natural disasters. The country has shaken off these setbacks and started to re-emerge by recording a 3.5 per cent estimated GDP growth in 2009, helped along by extensive foreign investment, including trade with the UAE, WAM said.

Sri Lanka is a diverse and culturally rich country, with a strong history as a trading society as well as having a documented history of royal families that stretches back 2000 years.

Visitors are attracted to Sri Lanka by its magical mix as an exotic getaway offering stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, tea plantations, beautiful beaches, tropical highland forests and incredible shopping. Colombo is the commercial hub and is home to more than 700,000 of the island’s 20 million residents, WAM added.

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Emirates Business Rewards, the airline’s innovative loyalty programme tailor-made for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME), will offer its customers double reward miles throughout February and March, highlighting the airlines commitment to supporting SMEs in the UAE.

For every US$1 spent on travel with Emirates and booked via Business Rewards in February and March, the company will be awarded four Business Reward miles, rather than the standard two.

These miles can be redeemed for free flights on Emirates services worldwide.

This exciting offer is available to all new and existing Business Rewards members globally.

This innovative loyalty programme, which is free to join, has been tailor-made to suit the ongoing needs of SMEs through reward flights for both the company and the individual employee.

Since launching the Emirates Business Rewards programme in May 2008, Emirates has helped multiple SMEs across the world earn and book reward flights quickly and efficiently; utilizing a streamlined business travel system, which allows administrators within the company to manage employee travel on a dedicated Emirates airline portal.

Emirates Business Rewards now has nearly 8000 registered accounts across the globe and firms in 57 countries availing the broad range of benefits.

The double miles promotion is valid for travel commencing from February 1 to March 31.  All travel must be completed by 31 March 2010.

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From £67.35
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This 4×4 off-road desert safari tour crosses a variety of terrain on the way to Hatta, with spectacular views across undulating desert and rocky mountain passes. You will experience the big sand dunes with powder soft sand and their beauty that’s somewhat unique. Then you will travel into the mountains and the wadi of Hatta, a dried river bed that winds it’s way through the mountains. If there is one bit of advice to give about this day long tour it would be, “do not forget your camera”.

Inclusions:

* Picnic lunch
* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Private 4×4 vehicle transport
* Driver/guide
* Conducted in English

The first stop is at the Hatta Heritage Village where you can learn more about the village which dates back to the 16th century. The town lies on the banks of the Hatta Wadi (dry river beds), which then winds through the mountains revealing lush green oases and refreshing water pools amongst the deep clefts in the rocks.

You may want to take the opportunity to cool off in the refreshing springs before enjoying a delicious picnic lunch under the shade of palm trees.

After lunch the drive continues across the majestic red sand dunes before returning to Dubai.

Schedule

Departure Point: Departs from centrally located Dubai hotels
Departure Time: 9:00am – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Return Details: Returns to original point of departure.

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From £108.46
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This overnight private safari tour is enchanting! Pitch a tent and sleep under 1001 Arabian Stars! You will depart Dubai in the afternoon so you can make the most of the beautiful sunset later. First, you will begin travelling across the desert in your own private 4×4 vehicle on a thrilling sand dune drive to your first destination, the camel farm.

Inclusions:

* Hotel pickup and drop off
* Sleep beneath the star studded sky in tents!
* All equipment provided (tent, mattress and sleeping bag)
* Barbecue dinner and breakfast
* Transportation by air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle (6 seats)
* Driver/guide
* Belly Dancing (except during Ramadan)
* Conducted in English

Next, continue the drive across the desert at sunset. Prepare to be amazed! As you reach the campsite, you can choose to take a camel ride, go sandboarding, or try a henna design on your hands! Please note, the afternoon and evening activities at the camp site may be shared with other travellers.

Next, enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner and a shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe). The evening includes a belly dancer performing her show around the campfire by starlight, before pitching a tent beneath the star studded sky. Perfect!

Return to Dubai the following morning after a light breakfast.

Schedule

Departure Point: Departs from centrally located Dubai hotels
Departure Time: 3:30pm – Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Return Details: Returns to original point of departure.

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From £65.50
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Take this private 4×4 safari tour for a taste of the Arabian desert adventure! Let your own private guide show you a lush oasis filled with vegetable and fruit farms, hidden in the mountains in the heart of the red and dusty desert. Tuck into a delicious picnic as you enjoy the contrasting scenery, and see the bizarre rock formation, known as Camel Rock.

Inclusions:

• Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
• Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Get off the beaten track in a 4×4
• Lunch included
• Conducted in English

The tour heads out East of Sharjah towards the oasis village of Falaj Al Mualla. This is a largely agricultural area of the Emirates, so you will pass by fruit and vegetable farms en route to a hidden mountain Wadi (dry river bed). After a delicious picnic lunch, the drive continues across the red and dusty desert to Camel Rock, an unusual rock formation hidden among the spectacular sand dunes.

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from centrally located Dubai hotels

Pickup available from Port Rashid Dubai Cruise port, please allow at least 30 minutes from cruise arrival to disembark and meet the tour guide for your pickup

Departure Time: Approximately 8:30am

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Return Details: Returns to original departure point

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From £41.95
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
4star based on 14 reviews

If its an Arabian desert adventure you want, this is the safari for you! Try your hand at sandboarding down the desert sand dunes, or maybe you prefer to take a camel ride across the sand dunes. ON this private tour the choice is yours as your own personal guide accompanies your morning in the desert.

Inclusions:

* Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
* Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
* Get off the beaten track in a 4×4
* Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
* Soft drinks
* 4 hour tour
* Explore some of the most beautiful sand dunes of the deserts in Dubai and go sandboading!
* Transportation by air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle
* Conducted in English

You will leave the comfort of your hotel and travel across the desert by 4×4 vehicle. The drive takes you to some of the most beautiful sand dunes of the deserts in Dubai.

Upon reaching the dunes, you have the opportunity to experience the exhilaration of the one of the most popular sports in the desert – sandboarding! No trip to Dubai is complete without at least one slide down a sand dune.

Please list any special interests you have at time of booking to alert our guide, so that he or she can better prepare for your private tour.

Schedule

Departure Point: Tour departs from centrally located Dubai hotels

For cruise passengers – Pickup available from Port Rashid Dubai Cruise port, please allow at least 30 minutes from cruise arrival to disembark and meet the tour guide for your pickup

Departure Time: 9:00am -Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Return Details: Returns to original departure point

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This was an excellent half day. The highlight of our week in Dubai. The combination of the sand dunes in the 4×4 and then quad biking and sandboarding for the kids was really good. All combined with a friendly and interesting driver. Great value for money.

Reviewed by: Keith H, United Kingdom

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Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa has a reputation for being one of the UAE’s finest resorts. Claire Ferris-Lay passes her critical eye over the hotel to find out if its reputation is deserved.

Mention that you are going to stay at Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa and you can almost check off the signs of jealous rage as they appear. Eyes widen, cheeks turn a mottled red and lips purse. God help any husbands or boyfriends who are in the vicinity; following said signs of rage, other halves are usually forced to open their wallets, dig deep and promise, no really promise, that they will take their loved ones there soon.

This is pretty much the same reaction you’ll get from anyone familiar with the Emirates Airline’s desert resort. First opened ten years ago, Al Maha has garnered something of a reputation as one of the best hotels in the whole of the UAE.

Set in the middle of a 225 sq km conservation area, Al Maha’s property represents five percent of Dubai’s land area and is the largest piece of land ever to be dedicated to a single project in Dubai. Designed to resemble an upscale Bedouin camp, Al Maha is a far a cry from the likes of Emirates Palace and the Burj Al Arab; the only similarity being the hefty price tag.

So does Al Maha deserve its reputation? And is the AED5,000 ($1,360) per night charge worth it? CEO Middle East finds out.

We were supposed to be picked up in a swanky 4×4 on arrival at Al Maha, but typically we are late checking-in and the guides were all out on location so we had to make the journey to the main entrance – some ten minutes down the sandy track by ourselves – in my prized Mini Cooper.

It was at this point – when shouting at the driver as he tried his best to miss the potholes – that I had this awful feeling that everything would go wrong and I would be forced to write a bad review. But I needn’t have worried. Just five minutes later we drove past our first Arabian Oryx, a beautiful, white deer-like creature, wondering along across the sand dunes into the sunset. It was the stuff of films. We jumped out of the car and feverishly took pictures, unsure whether we would be lucky enough to stumble across such a beautiful scene again.

It wasn’t until we pulled up to the reception area and we were greeted by no less than fifteen Oryxs that we realised this type of scene is not uncommon at Al Maha.

We are met by our guest relations manager who explained that she would be looking after us during our stay. Our bags were whisked away and we were led into one of the small annexes just off the side of the main building where we are each handed a glass of freshly squeezed tropical juice. We are told that during our two-day stay we are entitled to two complimentary activities ranging from dune bashing to an early morning nature walk, archery and camel riding.

When we realise we are too late for the evening’s camel ride into the desert and unable to decide between dune bashing and archery, our guest relations manager reassures us that she’ll do her best to ensure we can do all three during our stay.

She leads us to our room on a motorised buggy. Past the herds of Oryxs and up and down the narrow pavements, we eventually make it to our room. I say room, but it’s probably best described as a giant tent. But I don’t mean any old tent. Each room is a freestanding wooden structure, shaped like a tent, complete with a fabric roof. It is luxurious Arabia at its best.

Inside we familiarise ourselves with our room. If the standard pillows are too soft, our guide tells us, we can choose other ones from the pillow menu which features a selection of five other pillow types. Then she opens the back door and shows us the piece de resistance; a private swimming pool overlooking the vast stretches of deep orange sand dunes. If the temperature isn’t to our liking, she adds, just call the reception and they can change it for us. Thinking there’s no time like the present, we jump in and test the water. It is, unsurprisingly perfect.

A night’s stay at Al Maha also includes three meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner – so after our swim, I test out the bath – possibly the biggest I have ever been in – and we head down to dinner on the terrace. Here we are treated to a five course a la carte meal. It is possible to have your meal served in your room for an additional AED100 ($27). Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can have a picnic in the desert.

We wake up early to go dune bashing and are warned not to eat breakfast beforehand. It soon becomes clear why – the dune bashing is nothing like the one day exertions offered to tourists in Dubai – these 4×4′s are being driven by serious adrenalin junkies. Unfortunately for us we are partnered with a couple who aren’t quite so accustomed to being thrown around the desert so early in the morning and we are forced to spend the rest of the journey trailing the other cars.

We head to breakfast – an al fresco buffet style meal on the terrace – before we are whisked off for a spot of archery. I’d like to say I was an excellent shot, but that would be lying. Our guide, (all of the guides are extremely friendly and have excellent knowledge of the surrounding environment) patiently taught me the best firing technique and by the end of the session I am not nearly as bad.

All of that activity has left us in need of some R and R so we visit the spa where we spend the rest of the day relaxing and indulging in the infinity pool as we watch Oryxs pass us by.

For both of us the highlight of our two days at Al Maha was the sunset camel ride into the desert, where a waiter patiently awaits your arrival in the middle of the desert with a glass of chilled champagne and strawberries while you watch the sunset. On the bumpy camel ride back to Al Maha we both felt like we’d had been away for a week, not an evening.

Are the signs of rage warranted? It is one of the best hotels we have ever visited. The service, activities and food were all excellent but for us the icing on the cake was the setting, something you can never fully experience until you stay at Al Maha.

Source: Arabian Business

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No of Rooms	212
Location	Al Maktoum street, Dubai, U.A.E.

The Metropolitan Palace Hotel Dubai on Al Maktoum Street is a luxury hotel located next to the main shopping and business center of the city about ten minutes away from the Dubai International Airport. The  Hotel offers plenty of amenities for its guests. Guests can look forward to a swimming pool, whirlpool path and Jacuzzi. There are also strength-training machines at the on site fitness center and a spa for relaxation. The hotel also sponsors water sport and other fishing activities. There is an on site sauna, onsite restaurant and a business center. The Metropolitan Palace Hotel Dubai offers comfortable accommodations and some nice amenities including high speed Internet, fax machines, laundry facilities and dry cleaning services, air conditioning, mini bars and cable or satellite TV. Guests can also enjoy the beautiful marble bathrooms. The hotel is located at Al Maktoum Street in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Rooms & Suites

Hotel has 212 elegant suites and rooms are a blend of luxury, comfort and convenience, designed to suit the needs of both business and leisure travellers.

In roomm ameneties & facilities

Superior Rooms

These elegantly furnished rooms are decorated in Arabic style, are spacious, have either a king or twin beds and each has a single or two-seater sofa. Guests receive a welcome drink and a refreshing towel upon arrival. Evening turndown is provided.

Deluxe Rooms

These gracefully decorated rooms have a distinctive Far Eastern theme, are spacious, have either a king or twin beds and each has a single or two-seater sofa.  Guests receive a welcome drink and a refreshing towel upon arrival. Complimentary fruit basket and mineral water is replenished each day. Evening turndown is provided.

Executive Club Rooms

Located on the top floors, these European-styled rooms are lavishly decorated and many have fine views over Dubai. Each has either a king or twin beds and all have a single or two-seater sofa. All Executive Club Floor guests have use of the large private lounge that offers complimentary breakfast, all-day tea and coffee and evening cocktails, along with separate check-in and check-out facility.

Junior Suites

These one-bedroom king-bedded suites offer greater comfort and privacy.  Separate sitting room with comfortable sofas and armchairs.

Executive Suites

One-bedroom suites with king bed and all the luxurious facilities of a Junior Suite. Separate sitting room with comfortable sofas and armchairs as well as a private dining or meeting area with a large table that seats six easily. All Executive Suites are located on the Executive Floors and guests have complimentary use of the large private lounge that offers breakfast, all-day tea and coffee and evening cocktails.

Palace Suite

One [1] bedroom luxuriously fitted suite that offers guests even more room to relax in. King-bedded master bedroom has a jacuzzi bathroom. Separate sitting room with comfortable sofas and armchairs as well as a private dining or meeting area with a large table that seats six easily. Attention to detail, immaculate service and all the amenities you would expect from a five-star hotel create a luxurious environment from which to do business or explore Dubai.

Jumeirah Suite

An imposing suite that will not fail to impress even the most travel-weary guest. Marble lobby leads into private dining room that seats eight, separate sitting room has ample sofa seating, with a majalis-style set up for 12, spacious work area and further seating area. Large king-size master bedroom with ample seating / work area and jacuzzi bathroom. Second comfortable twin-bedded room.

Haroon Al Rashid Suite

The ultimate in space and luxury, this three-bedroom suite includes a marble lobby that leads into a private dining room where eight are comfortably catered for. The separate sitting room has ample sofa seating in a majalis-style set up for 12, spacious work area and further seating area. Large king-size master bedroom with ample seating / work area and jacuzzi bathroom. Two further bedrooms. Private health club complete with small gym, jacuzzi and steam room.

Dining

The Metropolitan Palace Hotel offers a selection of enchanting culinary delights from the traditional, Lebanese-style restaurant Al Diwan, featuring an Arabian singer, Lebanese band and belly dancer to the Downtown Bar & Grill where guest are duly rewarded with encompassing great food, friendly and efficient service, a welcoming ambience together with a sense of belonging. For a trendier outlet with cocktails and fusion food, Sketch is the ideal contemporary restaurant & bar.

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Dubai, a hugely-popular destination for leisure and business tourists from across the world, has bagged two influential awards in the UK, which remained the leading source market for its widely-expanding tourism industry.

Dubai has been voted “best destination for Middle East and Africa” at the Irish Travel Trade News Awards, while the second award from the Travel Weekly recognized the travel trade training programme conducted by the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM).

Dubai plays host to approximately 700,000 tourists annually from the UK and Ireland, its top market in the Europe.

Fayha Sultan, Marketing Manager-Commerce at the DTCM’s representative office for the UK and Ireland, received the Irish Travel Trade News Award recently at a ceremony attended by over 600 leading industry professionals. The other nominees in this category included Egypt and South Africa. The Irish Travel Trade News is the only dedicated travel trade magazine in Ireland and has been operating since 1964.

Based on the results of the fourth Conference & Incentive Travel’s (C&IT) Readers Poll 2008, Dubai was voted the top incentive destination by readers of the UK magazine, moving up from second place last year. Dubai beat off stiff competition from London, South Africa, Barcelona, and New York/Las Vegas, taking the second, third, fourth and joint fifth place, respectively.

Dubai also won the ‘Best Travel Weekly Academy Training Programme’ award at the Travel Weekly Globe Awards, are one of the most respected awards events in the UK travel industry, attended by over 1,600 leading industry professionals. This is the first Travel Weekly Globe Award that Dubai has won.

- www.dubaitourism.ae

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Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) is the largest, most important and most established event of its kind in the region and as one of the fastest growing leisure marine industry exhibitions in the world, the 17th edition of the event will be a classic showcase of boats from both local and international builders together with the latest innovations in marine equipment, supplies and services.

DIBS maintains its exclusive position offering exhibitors a platform to showcase their products, supplies and services to trade buyers as well as private consumers with a high purchasing power from the wealthy Middle East Regional markets as well as the emerging lucrative countries such as India, Russia and the CIS.

DIBS 2008 attracted more than 500 exhibitors and over 27000 visitors and sure to have another great event with all areas of the show already sold out.

The Middle East is the only region in the World that can boast such a huge level of investment in waterfront developments. These massive waterside developments in both Dubai and the surrounding region are generating increased demand for leisure boats, equipment and associated services.

Venue -Mina Seyahi

Established in 1988, the Dubai International Marine Club is one of the most elegant yacht clubs in the region. Over the years it has become the driving force behind the growth of national and international watersport events in the Middle East.

Ideally located on Dubai’s enchanting waterfront, next to the Le Meridien Mina Seyahi and The Palm Jumeirah, DIMC is the perfect venue for the Dubai International Boat Show.

Attractions

• 18 Super and Megayachts over 25m in length – 45% growth on 2008!
• The largest display of Superyachts in the Middle East
• Dazzling showcase of 400 boats and yachts from around the globe
• Live entertainment, jazz, fashion shows, raffle draws and prizes

Information -www.boatshowdubai.com

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