THIS summer, Dubai will be more affordable for the family with the new Emirates Airline global ‘Summer Smiles’ campaign.
Running until September 30, the promotion coincides with Dubai’s ‘Global Kids Go Free in Dubai’ campaign and the Dubai Summer Surprises. Up to two children under 12, travelling with an accompanying adult, are eligible to receive complimentary accommodation (minimum three night stay), meals in participating hotels, plus 50 per cent off the adult airfare.
Families will have a choice of over 50 hotels and apartments, ranging from two- to five-star, with city or beach locations, to meet every family’s needs. Also included are a meet and assist service at the Dubai airport, airport transfers, free entry to a wide range of attractions, hotel room taxes and service charges.
In addition, for guests who require visas to enter Dubai, Emirates will provide complimentary 96-hour visas for up to two children under the age of 12. The airline is also partnering with the Dubai Mall to offer exclusive packages including access to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, Sega Republic and Dubai Ice Rink. A complimentary book of discount vouchers for use at the Dubai Mall (pictured) is available when tickets are purchased on Emirates, making fun-filled days of excitement and adventure more affordable for families.
The Summer Smiles package also includes free entrance for up to two children under 12 at some of Dubai’s premiere attractions including the Bateaux Dhow Dinner Cruise, the Big Bus Tour, Wild Wadi Water Park, Aquaventure and Lost Chambers at Atlantis, Ski Dubai, Soccer Circus, iFLYDubai indoor skydiving, the Dubai Dolphinarium and many more.
For golf enthusiasts, activities include special discounts and free offers at the Arabian Ranches Golf Club, The Address Montgomerie Dubai and at Ernie Els’ signature golf course, The Els Club.
Ahead of the summer rush, the airline has simplified check-in for passengers departing from Emirates Terminal 3 following the introduction of an early check-in facility conveniently located adjacent to Terminal 3 car park area in Zone C on Level 2 . The new services has 16 counters allowing passengers the option to check-in up to 24 hours ahead of their flight. After checking-in in person, dropping off their luggage and getting their boarding pass, passengers will have the flexibility to return to the airport at their convenience and proceed directly to immigration. The check-in facility will operate throughout the week from 5pm to 10am, targeting the peak overnight travel period.