Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $509*
Includes two nights accommodation, breakfast, meet and greet and return road transfers from/to Dubai airport.
In the heart of the desert, Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa is an elegant site in a traditional Arabic fort setting. Located an hour from Dubai International Airport, this property offers an escape from city life in a setting of tradition and comfort. Each of the 113 rooms and suites feature traditional Gulf décor with a rustic appeal complemented by modern comforts. Rooms are equipped with air-con, safe, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer, mini-bar, iron/board, satellite TV, IDD telephone and internet access.
Facilities:
4 restaurants • 2 bars • swimming pool • gym • Satori Spa • kids club • live entertainment
Room Features:
Guests have access to a myriad of desert activities, including camel rides • horse riding • falconry.
Discounted early bird rates – 25Jan'11 for travel 01Apr-31May'11 or book by 15Mar'11 for travel 01Jun-31Aug'11
Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $1668*
Includes two nights accommodation, breakfast, meet and greet and return road transfers from/to Dubai airport.
Located on the Sultanate of Oman’s northern Musandam Peninsula, the resort is nestled between dramatic mountains and a sandy beach. A secluded fishing village lies within the same bay. There are 82 uniquely designed air-conditioned villas, each with a private infinity pool, indoor and outdoor shower, fridge, safe, hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities, wifi, CD/DVD player, Ipod docking station and TV.
Getting There:
Less than a two hour drive from Dubai. The resort can be accessed by three different arrival experiences: a winding drive down the hill top overlooking the bay; a scenic 15 minute speed boat trip (extra cost): or travel as a companion passenger with a professional paraglider (extra cost).
Facilities:
A variety of dining options • Six Senses spa • swimming pool • gym • library
Room Features:
Non-motorised water sports • sunset/dhow cruises • jogging/walking trails • mountain biking • 4WD excursion
Stay minimum 5 nights and receive one sunset cruise, one Arabic cooking lunch class, one signature 50 minute spa treatment, one 5 hour Dhow cruise and choice of arrival experience by paragliding or speed boat. Valid for 2 people double share and once per stay. For travel 01May-31Aug'11.
Desert Island Resort & Spa by Anantara
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $888*
Includes two nights accommodation, breakfast, two on-site activities per day, meet and greet and return road transfers from/to Abu Dhabi airport.
Set on the verdant island haven of Sir Bani Yas, just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara offers intrepid travellers an unforgettable island escape in the glittering waters of the Arabian Gulf. The island is a three hour journey from Abu Dhabi airport and is home to one of Abu Dhabi's largest wildlife reserves, a haven to thousands of animals, a bird sanctuary and several million trees and plants. The resort has 64 luxuriously appointed air-conditioned rooms with TV, safe and mini-bar.
Facilities:
4 restaurants/bars • swimming pool • gym • Anantara Spa • kids club • gift shop • library • tennis court
Room Features:
Wildlife viewing • guided game trail walks • kayaking • mountain biking • snorkelling • archery
Receive 25% discount on the room rate - book 30 days prior to arrival for travel 01Nov'10-31Oct'11.
Anantara Qasr Al Sarab
5 Star
3 Days/2 Nights from $727*
Includes two nights accommodation, breakfast, two on-site activities per day, meet and greet and return road transfers from/to Abu Dhabi airport.
Located in the legendary Liwa Desert in the Empty Quarter, the largest uninterrupted sand desert in the world, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara embraces the epic adventures of indigenous desert culture with renowned luxury. The resort is a 90 minute drive from Abu Dhabi. A distinctive Arabian mystique pervades the resort through intricate patterns and luxe details and the 140 rooms, 42 villas and 2 suites are equipped with TV, wifi, air-conditioning, mini-bar, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer. The villas and suites also have a private pool and a wine fridge.
Facilities:
4 restaurants/bars • swimming pool • gym • Anantara Spa • gift shop • library • tennis courts
Room Features:
Desert camel ride • desert walks • 4WD desert tours • archery • yoga/relaxation
Receive 25% discount on the room rate – book 30 days prior to arrival for travel 01Nov'10-31Oct'11.