Celebrate Eid Al Adha with Emirates Holidays
If you’re looking for an idyllic retreat or a cultural escape this Eid Al Adha - take advantage of Emirates Holidays’ exclusive offers across the Indian Ocean islands, Asia and Europe. Enjoy free night stays, room upgrades or discounts on various travel services this Eid.
Travel to the exotic islands of the Seychelles and Maldives; immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Sri Lanka; experience the vibrant diversity of Thailand; take in the old and new in postcard-perfect Germany; or discover the rich history of Turkey.
The Seychelles
Spread over 115 outstandingly beautiful granite and coral islands and encircled by coral reefs teeming with fish, the Seychelles lies in the Indian Ocean a few degrees south of the Equator. Explore the beauty of the national parks and UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Praslin’s Vallée de Mai, once believed to be the original site of the Garden of Eden. Seychelles is all about pristine nature, and more than the turquoise waters and white sandy beaches – it boasts a rich collection of flora and fauna conservation of which is a top priority. Accommodation ranges from sophisticated luxury and romantic getaways, to family-friendly resorts.
Holiday options start from AED 5,004 per person on twin-sharing based on a three-night stay in a three-star hotel with breakfast, return economy flights, meet and assist on arrival at Seychelles International airport, private car transfers, airport departure tax, room tax and service charges.
Maldives
A bird’s-eye view of the Maldives is one of the most breathtaking sights on earth as almost 1,200 islands lie scattered across the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Fringed by sandy beaches and coral reefs, vivid with rainbow-hued fish, these islands are havens of peace and tranquility. Emirates Holidays accommodation varies from exotic resorts, some with water bungalows luxurious and intimate; to the family-friendly. Explore the shallow turquoise lagoons; ride in seaplanes and boat excursions to uninhabited islands; or visit the fish, fruit and vegetable markets.
Holiday options start from AED 5,490 per person on twin-sharing based on a three nights’ stay in a four-star hotel with breakfast, return economy flights, meet and assist on arrival at Malé International Airport, speed boat transfers, airport departure tax, room tax and service charges.
Thailand
Bangkok is known to Thais as ‘Krung Thep’ – the city of angels. It lies on a bend in the Chao Phraya River and possesses an amazing combination of historic sights and entertainment from the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the Monastery of the Reclining Buddha; to the bustle of the Weekend Market; or travel north into the mountains to Chiang Mai, or to the tranquil island of Koh Samui. Accommodation varies from city centre hotels, luxury beach and mountain resorts, and island getaways.
Holiday packages start from AED 3,145 per person on twin-sharing based on three nights in a three-star hotel with breakfast, return economy flights, private car transfers, airport departure tax, room tax and service charges.
Sri Lanka
It may be a small island, but Sri Lanka offers a variety of lovely landscapes, intriguing cuisines, colorful festivals, colonial history and indigenous culture. A former Portuguese, Dutch and British colony, their architectural imprint such as churches with ornate Iberian facades, massive Dutch forts and assorted examples of British colonial style blend satisfactorily with the city’s modern development. Accommodation options range from luxury beach resorts to modern city centre hotels as well as colonial hotels in the hill country.
Holiday packages start from AED 2,469 for four nights for the price of three. Price is per person on twin-sharing in a three-star hotel with breakfast, return economy flights, private car transfers, airport departure tax, room tax and service charge.
Germany
Munich - Bavaria’s charming capital combines the high culture of opera, art and museums with the simpler pleasures of oompah (brass) bands and Oktoberfest, one of the most famous events in Germany celebrated since 1810. Explore the BMW Museum, with its collection of vintage cars, or the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle that can be reached via scenic drives through pastoral and mountain scenery and quaint towns such as Oberammergau. Accommodation options vary from traditional, luxury hotels to modern properties.
Holiday packages start from AED 4,230 per person on twin-sharing, for three nights in a three-star hotel with breakfast, return economy flights, private car transfers, airport departure tax, room tax and service charge.
Turkey
For more than 2,000 years the domes, cupolas and minarets of Istanbul have overlooked the historical Bosphorus, the waterway that separates Asia from Europe. Istanbul which sits on a spectacular setting spread over seven hills and surrounded on three sides by water, presents many places to explore. The Topkapi Palace is a maze of buildings from Ottoman times, containing priceless artefacts and calligraphy. The Blue Mosque is notable for its six exquisitely slender minarets and cascade of domes. The amazing Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, completed in 1465, is one of the largest covered markets in the world with 60 streets and 5,000 shops - it is mainly known for its jewellery, hand-painted ceramics, carpets, embroideries, spices and ‘antique’ shops.
Holiday package options start from AED 2,845 per person on twin-sharing for three nights in a three-star hotel with breakfast, return economy flights, private car transfers, airport departure tax, room tax and service charge.
Other terms and conditions apply. For more information on the above including validity dates, as well as other special offers, visit the Emirates Holidays shop, HolidayWorld on Sheikh Zayed Road from Saturday to Thursday, with extended hours from 9am to 8pm; or visit emiratesholidays.com; or call 800 5252.
Emirate: Dubai
Date: Oct 7, 2012
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