A beach or city holiday is a lovely way to celebrate the Eid break in mid September.
The weather is cooler and many luxury hotels are offering value-added promotions including eight in the Luxury Hotels by Dnata portfolio.
Phuket, Thailand
The Trisara resort in Phuket is a heavenly retreat. Opened in 2004, the resort features private pools and ocean views from all accommodations. It is located on a private bay on Phuket’s undeveloped northwestern coast, just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport.
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Crete
The five-star Aldemar Royal Mare on the north coast of Crete is offering a special deal during Eid and the month of September. Guests can pay for three nights and stay four, throughout September. Four-night package rates start at Dh1,350 ($367) per person, based on double occupancy. Included in the package are accommodations for four nights in a garden view room, meals on half board basis (breakfast and dinner daily) and all taxes and service charges. Full board meals are also available.
Mauritius
A hidden gem awaits visitors to Mauritius. Sankhara Villas, opened in November 2009, is an ideal retreat for families or couples seeking luxurious, spacious accommodations. It is also the perfect venue to celebrate a special occasion with a small group of friends.
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Florence, Italy
La dolce vita awaits guests at the five-star Il Salviatino hotel in the village of Fiesole, outside of Florence, Italy. Il Salviatino is offering an upgrade to a Salviati deluxe room, through to September 30. All deluxe rooms, with an average size of 38 sq m, are located in the main villa, with views of the Tuscan countryside. Per person, double occupancy rates start at Dh2,990 ($814), based on double occupancy and a three-night stay.
London, England
The iconic Harrods luxury department store in London has been sold to Qatar Holding in Doha. The Milestone hotel in London is offering a luxury shopping package with a Harrods shopping voucher, to make a stay at the five-star hotel even more enticing. Included in the package are accommodations at The Milestone for any three nights in a deluxe king room, a shopping voucher for Harrods worth £75 ($117) daily English breakfast, taxes and service charge. Valid for stays until 30th September 30, the package price starts from Dh3,010 ($819) per person, based on two guests sharing on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Prices are higher during the week.
Geneva, Switzerland
An ideal place to relax and enjoy summer in Geneva is at the five-star Hotel D’Angleterre, located on Lake Geneva. The hotel is within walking distance of shops, restaurants and art galleries which surround the property. Guests can enjoy a free night when they book the Stay 4, Pay 3 package, valid until 1 September 12 with rates starting at Dh2,950 ($803) per person, based on double occupancy in a classic room. Included in the package are accommodations for four nights, breakfast daily, taxes and service charge.
Cape Town, South Africa
Discover heaven at the tip of Africa, with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and mountains, at Cape Town’s five-star Twelve Apostles Hotel. It is now possible to enjoy a free-night stay in one of the ‘Best places to stay in the world,’ according to the 2010 Conde Nast Gold List.
The Twelve Apostles, is offering a Stay 4, Pay 3 special package until September 30. Rrates start at Dh2,520 ($686) per person, based on double occupancy in a mountain-facing room. Included in the package are accommodations for four nights, breakfast daily, airport transfers, taxes and service charge.
Durban, South Africa
A free night’s stay at a legendary hotel on the azure waters of the Indian Ocean can be enjoyed at the five-star Oyster Box Hotel which is offering a Stay 4, Pay 3 special package until October 31. Rates start at just Dh3,300 ($898) per person, based on double occupancy in a classic room. Included in the package are accommodations for four nights, breakfast daily, airport transfers, taxes and service charge.