DUBAI
DUBAI
D i s c ov e r a l l t h at ’s p o s s i b l e Now easily one of the most recognisable skylines on the planet thanks to it’s audacious architecture and stunning skyscrapers and iconic hotels, this dazzling metropolis. Dubai’s ambition however does not lie solely in the spectacular and at the hear to this Arabian metropolis lies a rich heritage, a thriving arts scene, some of the best shopping in the world and cuisine of the absolute highest standard on the planet. The city itself is broken up into 5 main areas, Deira, Bur Dubai, Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina & The Palm.
Deira This area immediately north of the Creek is the cultural heartbeat of Dubai and a must for any visitor to the city. For anybody looking to pick up a bargain at the traditional souks and a truly authentic Arabic experience, we highly recommend some time here.
Bur Dubai Here history is heralded in a collection of districts forming the oldest parts of the city. Home to a host of museums and some of the city’s cultural highlights, Bur Dubai provides a connection to the rich heritage of Dubai and allows visitors to learn about how much this fascinating metropolis has developed in recent times.
Jumeirah Life’s a beach in Jumeirah with over 15km of golden sands stretching along the coast, this area is home to some of Dubai’s most famous hotels, bars and restaurants and the perfect location for families, couples and sunseekers looking to relax.
D ow ntow n D u ba i The area around Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai is renowned for it’s chic fashion and unbelievable shopping options. It’s also home to many of Dubai’s most spectacular skyscrapers as well as most of the city’s major art areas.
D u b a i M a r i n a & T h e Pa l m This area of Dubai is laden with engineering feats from the man-made Palm Jumeirah Island to the world’s biggest shopping mall. The Marina & The Palm epitomises everything that is innovative about Dubai and also happens to be residence to some of it’s most renowned hotels, a real must for anybody visiting the city. D U B A I × m i n i g u i d e × pa g e 2
Events & F e s t i va l s Sitting in tandem with it’s year-round sunshine, Dubai also has an extensive calendar of stunning events and entertainment to rival any destination. Sports fans can’t fail to be impressed with an impressive array of world-class events such as the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championship, the Emirates Airlines Dubai Rugby sevens or the Dubai World Cup – the world’s richest horse racing event. Experience the fashions and trends set to take Dubai by storm this year at the Dubai Shopping Festival 2018 and take part in an event sure to get tongues wagging as well as salivating, the Dubai Food Festival 2018! A couple of events that are certain to be music to your ears are the Emirates Airlines Dubai Jazz Festival 2018 and Redfest DXB 2018 – a 2 day festival featuring some of the planets biggest artists. To view a full list of events in Dubai this year, go to visitdubai.com
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E m i r at e s T h e e m i r at e s e x p e r i e n c e
Emirates has received over 500 international awards for excellence and serves a network of more than 150 destinations worldwide. Start your Dubai experience with Emirates. Whether it’s your first flight or simply your latest - Emirates work to anticipate your every need. On board, you will benefit from world-class service, regionally inspired gourmet cuisine and award-winning in-flight entertainment. Travelling to Dubai couldn’t be easier with Emirates. With quick and easy connections to Dubai you can reach paradise in the blink of an eye. Emirates fly 17 times daily to Dubai from a choice of 6 UK airports, offering convenient onward connections to over 150 destinations including Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles and Sri Lanka.
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Economy Class
Experience T h e E m i r at e s A 3 8 0 On flights from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham and Manchester, you can experience the Emirates A380 offering the highest level of luxury and comfort. The extraordinary Emirates A380 features luxurious Private Suites and Shower Spas in First Class, as well as a new generation of comfort in Economy Class with even more room to relax - and with WiFi connectivity and over 2500 channels of entertainment ondemand in every class, there really is no better way to fly to Dubai.
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Whether it’s a family holiday, a romantic getaway or a business trip, JA Resorts & Hotels extend unforgettable experiences every time. From the first hello to the last goodbye, you can relax and rediscover the real you knowing every need is being taken care of. Experience everything this iconic city has to offer at one of five dazzling Dubai resorts. Each unique property provides a first-class environment to relax with family and friends, complemented by thrilling activities.
JA R eso rts & H ot els
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JA J eb el A l i B e ac h H ot el JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel features an 800m private beach and 2 temperature-controlled swimming pools, a spa, leisure facilities, 3 kids clubs and 12 dining outlets available on a full dine around for guests staying on All Inclusive.
J A Pa l m T r e e C o u r t JA Palm Tree Court features an 800m private beach and is surrounded by lush gardens, peaceful water features and birdlife. This 5-star hotel is home to 4 temperaturecontrolled swimming pools, a spa, leisure facilities, 3 kids clubs and 16 dining outlets.
JA O c e a n V i e w H ot el JA Ocean View Hotel offers stylish living right on the doorstep of one of the most popular beaches in the UAE, occupying an enviable position on The Walk at JBR.
JA Oa s i s B e ac h Tow e r JA Oasis Beach Tower is a luxury beach hotel apartment, with 180 serviced, self-catering apartments all in an elegant beachfront property right on the JBR Walk.
J A H at ta F o r t H o t e l Long-established, JA Hatta Fort Hotel Dubai is one of the oldest hotels in the UAE, and with just an hour’s drive to Dubai, the journey is well worth the trip.
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5* JA O c ean vi ew h otel
INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Standard Garden View Room, B&B • SAVE up to £450 per person
INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Standard Sea View Room, half board • SAVE up to £475 per person
Pri c es fro m £539PP*
Pri c es fro m £539PP*
Valid for travel: 22 May - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
Valid for travel: 22 May - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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JUMEIRAH H ot els
Enjoy a wide range of incredible privileges at any one of the 8 Jumeirah resorts, including daily complimentary breakfast and dinner across over 60 participating restaurants locatedacross Dubai including Burj Al Arab Jumeirah restaurants. A stay at any of these fantastic resorts also has the added benefit of complimentary unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™. If you’re looking for somewhere to relax, each hotel provides exclusive complimentary access to the stunning two-kilometre private beach next to Madinat Jumeirah and Jumeirah Beach Hotel, where guests also have access to Kids Club. Each resort has a completely different flavour, feel and experience so you’ll always be spoiled for choice. For a real treat, guests who wish to experience splendid Dubai and live their dream holiday, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the world’s most luxurious hotel, offers a hotel experience like no other. By choosing Jumeirah, you’ll never be short of options and new experiences in Dubai!
5* Jum ei rah M i na a’salam INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in an Arabian Deluxe Room, half board • SAVE up to £790 per person including complimentary half board + daily BOGOF drinks at selected bars + AED500 F&B credit at Dubai Parks & Resorts (once per room, per stay)
Pri c es fro m £829PP* Valid for travel: 15 May - 12 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
Up to 45% discount when booking via Travel 2 - Complimentary Half Board Dine Around meal plan incl. Burj Al Arab (5nts min. stay) - Summer Kids Go Free under 16 years - AED500 Dubai Parks and Resorts (LEGOLAND® Dubai, LEGOLAND® Water Park, MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai) F&B Credit per room, once per stay - Resort credit of AED550 for selected Club rooms and 1100 AED for selected Suites (min 7nts stay)
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FA I R M O N T With 381 luxurious guest rooms and suites and a host of family-friendly facilities including interconnecting rooms and dedicated Fairmont Falcons Kids’ Club, it’s ideal for families and friends travelling together. Fairmont The Palm boasts six worldclass restaurants and lounges that take diners on a culinary journey from India to Europe and South America. To relax, choose from one of four temperature-controlled swimming pools and access to a private beach and be pampered in the award-winning Willow Stream Spa, it’s all here in a prime location next to Dubai Marina for you to enjoy an idyllic Dubai break.
T H E PA L M
Fairmont The Palm is an idyllic five-star resort situated on Dubai’s most sought-after island community, Palm Jumeirah. A luxury beachfront resort with unrivalled views of the Arabian Gulf and glittering Dubai Marina skyline, the city’s major attractions and airports are all located within easy reach, setting the resort apart as a unique leisure and business destination.
5* FAI RM O NT TH E PALM INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Fairmont Room City View, half board • SAVE up to £665 per person including complimentary half board
Pri c es fro m £599PP* Valid for travel: 22 May 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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Beach es Of course, no holiday would be complete without a trip to the beach. Dubai has plenty of choice, with lots of resorts operating their own private beaches, alongside the great selection of public beaches. Whichever seaside option you choose, you can count on clean sands and waters and in many cases the reassurance of trained lifeguards. Beaches also boast an array of fun activities for all ages, including parasailing, jet skis, scuba diving and boating.
Fa m i ly A c t i v i t i e s Head to The Dubai Mall to enjoy one of the mall’s spectacular family entertainment attractions, all in air-conditioned luxury. Visit Ski Dubai – the Middle East’s first indoor ski resort. Take a trip to KidZania – a city made for and run by children, offering them the chance to take ‘real jobs’ in a pint-sized world. Both adults and children will revel in the gaming available at Sega Republic. Feel the rush at the new IMG Worlds of Adventure, the world’s largest indoor theme park. Indulge your love of Lego, Hollywood or Bollywood at the mega theme parks from Dubai Parks and Resorts.
D i n i n g O u t & E n t e r ta i n m e n t Dubai already has a wealth of restaurants, with more being added every month, so you will truly be spoilt for choice and with more than 200 nationalities living in Dubai you can go on a culinary journey during your stay. A high standard of cuisine doesn’t necessarily mean high prices, with thousands of restaurants in Dubai ranging from authentic Emirati street food to gourmet dining, there’s something for every palette and budget. Food is a massive part of the lifestyle in Dubai and this is evident in particular at the weekend - of which Friday is the first day - when friends and families gather to enjoy the food and themed entertainment laid on throughout the city.
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The Pa l m Offering an urban escape, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is a wondrous place where a decadent experience awaits at a Palm Jumeirah hotel unlike any other. Perched on the eastern crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, the largest man-made island, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is a remarkable resort inspired by traditional Thai architecture in an Arabian setting. A 45 minute drive from Dubai International Airport and within easy reach of a plethora of exciting attractions including Aquaventure Water Park, Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai and Dubai Marina, this resort is where one can savour moments of bliss surrounded by an unimaginable magnificence. Designed with true Asian flair, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort offers enchanting beach side accommodation, complemented by cuisine from Asia as well as a variety of other cuisines served at seven speciality venues. Unwind in one of the three turquoise swimming lagoons, enjoy a session at the tennis courts or gym or indulge in a choice of treatments at Anantara Spa.
5* ANANTARA TH E PALM D ubai reso rt INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Double Standard Room, B&B • SAVE up to £515 per person
Pri c es fro m £599PP* Valid for travel: 22 May - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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H a bto o r Grand Boundless elegance and refined service await you at Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection. You’ll find this luxury hotel just moments away from Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) - home to The Walk, which offers a wide variety of shopping and dining options. Unwind in one of the beautifully designed rooms and suites, which boast sophisticated design, plush bedding, free WiFi and lighted makeup mirrors in the bathroom - as well as views of the beach or the resort garden. Visit one of the many on-site restaurants, serving succulent steak, Italian classics and more. Enjoy a dip in one of three pools, and be sure to schedule some time for a little relaxation at the resort spa after a day spent exploring JBR or lounging on the beach.
5* Habto o r G ran d Reso rt, Auto g raph C o llecti o n INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Tower Room, half board • SAVE up to £630 per person including complimentary half board
Pri c es fro m £539PP* Valid for travel: 05-12 Jun 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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5*Arab ian C o urt at O N E&O N LY royal m i r a g e INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in an Arabian Court Deluxe Room, half board • SAVE up to £630 per person including complimentary half board + complimentary access to Aquaventure (once per stay)
P r i c es fro m £749 P P * Valid for travel: 05 Jun - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
Dubai’s most intimate seaside enclave commands an enviable spot on a private peninsula of Palm Island. Rimmed with a stunning secluded beach, One&Only The Palm offers the exclusivity of an island-style getaway but close to the heart of the vibrant epicentre of Dubai, quite unlike any other resort in Dubai. Discover havens of unsurpassed comfort and style where every fascination is curated just for you.
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One&Only Royal Mirage is an elegant and stylish retreat, providing the best of contemporary Dubai and an opulent beach atmosphere. Set along a kilometre of private coastline within 65 acres of scented gardens and situated just minutes away from the Dubai Marina, residents can choose to take advantage of its proximity to the hustle and bustle of the city or never have to leave the resort. With spectacular views, three equally distinctive properties – The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa – create a wondrous destination on a truly regal scale, making each guests experience truly unique.
INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Palm Manor House Premier Room , half board • SAVE up to £675 per person including complimentary half board + complimentary access to Aquaventure (once per stay)
P r i c es fro m £999 P P * Valid for travel: 05 Jun - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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AT L A N T I S, T H E PA L M Encapsulating the spirit of the lost city of Atlantis, this luxury resort sits pride of place oon Dubai’s iconic Palm Island, Atlantis, The Palm will enthral and enchant any who stay here. The combination of opulent surroundings, lagoons and aquarium teeming with 65,000 marine animals and entertainment provides guests with unparalleled options that take them away from their daily lives. The facilities are unrivalled with almost a mile of pristine private beach, 2 large pools, 23 food & beverage outlets, a state-of-the-art gym, ShuiQi Spa, The Ambassador Lagoon, The Lost Chambers Aquarium & Aquaventure Waterpark amongst some of its many five-star facilities. Completely free to all guests of Atlantis, The Palm, Aquaventure Waterpark boasts some of the best water rides in the world. Overflowing with 42 fun-filled acres, guests will be treated to memories that last a lifetime.
5* Atlantis, th e palm INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Deluxe Room, half board • SAVE up to £895 per person including complimentary half board
P r i c es fro m £729 P P * Valid for travel: 05-12 Jun 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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Set on the renowned Palm Jumeirah island against a breathtaking backdrop of the sea, beach and Dubai skyline, the dare-to-bedifferent FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai captures the glamour and vibe of this remarkable city. With a great range of experiences, a fantastic beach and chic rooms, this hotel promises to make memories from the moment you arrive until you depart. Drink cooling infusions, dance into the night or dine at any of the three signature restaurants. FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai aims to create laid back or high energy choices from breakfast to the early hours as you design your own stay, which ranges from the food you eat to the room you sleep in. Your room interior is expertly designed and exquisitely furnished with a minimalist, yet elegant approach to contemporary living. All rooms feature city or ocean views and offer the modern traveller a haven with discrete high-tech functionality and luxurious amenities.
FIVE PA L M Jumeirah
FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai is for the experience seeker, the life and soul of the party, the thrill maker; those who live in the moment in Dubai’s most iconic location.
E XC LU S I V E o f f e r 5* five palm Jum ei rah D ubai INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Superior Room, half board • SAVE up to £1,010 per person including complimentary half board
P r i c es fro m £599 P P * Valid for travel: 15 May - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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A m wa j R ota n a Jum ei rah beach
Perfectly situated on Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), also known as ‘The Walk’ and presenting 301 tastefully furnished rooms and suites (including the prestigious Club Rotana offering bespoke exclusive services for guests), Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach boasts the largest rooms along JBR - each with its own balcony facing the Arabian Gulf and Palm Jumeirah. With award-winning dining concepts offering a range of International cuisine as well as live entertainment, happy hours, theme nights, shisha and more, guests can expect a fun-filled and exciting gastronomic experience.
4*+ Amwaj Rotana Jum ei rah B eac h INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Classic Sea View Room, all inclusive • SAVE up to £550 per person
P r i c es fro m £599 P P * Valid for travel: 19 Jun - 03 Jul 18 *Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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R I XO S T H E PA L M
Situated on the fronds of Palm Jumeirah’s east crescent, Rixos The Palm Dubai is the UAE’s first luxury multi-concept resort. The resort boasts the city’s most spectacular location offering panoramic views of the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf, Dubai’s iconic skyscrapers, the glittering skyline of Dubai Marina and the remarkable lagoons and architecture of Palm Jumeirah itself. With a choice between Ultra-All-Inclusive, bed and breakfast or half board packages, our guests will be captivated by the welladorned rooms and luxury suites, dining experiences, a Turkishinspired spa, kids’ club and the pristine private beach.
5* Rixo s th e palm INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Double Deluxe Room, all inclusive • SAVE up to £365 per person
P r i c es fro m £979 P P * Valid for travel: 17 Apr - 08 May 18 * Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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One of the most popular of Hilton resorts is Hilton Dubai Jumeirah. This first class hotel set on Jumeirah Beach on the Persian Gulf is 5 km from Emirates Golf Club, and 16 km from the Mall of the Emirates with an indoor ski centre. Featuring balconies, the warm, modern rooms offer flat-screen TVs, minibars and WiFi (fee), plus tea and coffee making facilities. Upgraded rooms add gulf views. Club level rooms have access to a lounge with free breakfast, snacks and drinks. Suites come with living rooms, and some add kitchens and/ or whirlpool tubs. There are 9 restaurants and bars; many have gulf views. Other amenities include a private beach with a playground and a kids’ club, plus 2 pools, a fitness centre and a spa.
5* H i lto n D ubai Jum ei rah INCLUDES • Return flights with Emirates • 3 nights in a Deluxe Walk View Room, B&B • SAVE up to £410 per person
P r i c es fro m £499 P P * Valid for travel: 26 Jun - 03 Jul 18 * Valid for Tuesday departures only.
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H i lto n h ot e ls
Boasting an impressive 9 hotels across Dubai, Hilton offers a range of accommodations from the conveniently located Hilton Garden Inn Dubai Mall of the Emirates for those on a short stay looking to shop till they drop and be in close proximity to the Palm and Dubai Marina to the beautiful Hilton Dubai Creek, adjacent to arguably the most beautiful and vibrant area of Dubai, the Creek.
To o book, call Queensferry Travel on 0800 090 3710 or e-mail sales@queensferrytravel.com