Dubai Summer Guide 2015!
Summer is already here and it's not quite bad. Whether you are looking for fun events and activities for the whole family or just things to do over the summer, Connector Dubai has listed the complete summer guide.
Find out all the information and guide from summer camps, dining deals and offers, sports, events, arts courses and more here.
London’s calling
The Corinthia London Suite Life package promises guests an indulgent stay. Guests who book two or more nights in a Trafalgar or River Suite, The Actor’s Penthouse, The Explorer’s Penthouse, The Whitehall Penthouse or the Writer’s Penthouse will enjoy the Suite Life that includes daily English breakfast, a bottle of Laurent-Perrier bubbly upon arrival, butler service, upgrade (subject to availability), one way airport transfer from London Heathrow or Gatwick, use of the hotel car within Zone 1, pressing of two garments, tour of Burlington Arcade, access to the thermal floor at ESPA Life at Corinthia, wifi, and gym access. The package starts from £1,320 including VAT per night for the Trafalgar Suite and the offer is based on a minimum two-night stay and is valid for bookings until 30th December 2015 (blackout dates apply). Visit www.corinthia.com/London.
Romantic Retreat
Amari Vogue Resort Krabi Thailand has a promotion with prices starting from US$112 per night (excluding service charges and taxes) with a minimum three-night stay. This includes a Deluxe room for two, breakfast, roundtrip transfers from Krabi Airport, 20% discount on food, beverages and spa treatments, free use of hotel kayaks, and wifi. The offer is valid until 31st October 2015. Call +66 (0) 7560 7777 or fax +66 (0) 7560 7700 www.amari.com/vogue.
No flights
Situated on the northern tip of the Musandam peninsula, Atana Musandam is a family-friendly hotel from where you can explore Musandam, participate in a mountain safari or join a dhow cruise for snorkelling and dolphin watching. Room rates start from OMR100 per night +17% service charge and taxes. Visit www.atanahotels.com or email stay@atanahotels.com.
Spa treats
Enjoy family fun and spa treats at Millennium Resort Mussanah, Oman where the Adha Relaxation Package, valid from 23rd to 27th September 2015, is priced at OMR40 net per person sharing a double room. This includes daily breakfast, two dinners and two full body massages. One Child under 12 years eats and sleeps free. A Sea View upgrade is available for OMR 10 net per night. Call +968 26871518 or email reservations.mrmo@millenniumhotels.com.
Family friendly
Millennium Executive Apartments Muscat offers the Family Fun Promotion, valid until 15th September 2015, with rates starting at OMR 60 per night for a one bedroom apartment, OMR 80 for a two bedroom apartment and OMR 120 for a three bedroom apartment (subject to tax and service charges). Visit www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumexecutiveapartmentsmuscat.
A movielicious getaway
Mandarin Oriental, Prague’s new movie-themed accommodation package gives guests an opportunity to experience the top international film location of Prague. Offering an insight into Hollywood filmmaking and providing celebrity-like treats, the hotel’s Movielicious Getaway package has been launched to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. Available all year round, the package includes accommodation, incognito check-in as guest’s favourite movie character, round trip limo service, daily breakfast, welcome drink, Movielicious Film Collection with popcorn and soda in the room, Barrandov Film Studios private tour with limo transfer, guided Prague Movielicious Tour of the guest’s choice and a special keepsake. Package rates start from Euro 1,665 based on double occupancy for a minimum of three nights stay. Visit www.mandarinoriental.com.
Stay for free
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara has launched an offer where your second room or second night is absolutely free, available to GCC residents until the end of September 2015. Overnight stays start from Dhs 200 and include breakfast for two and the offer applies to consecutive nights at the resort. Visit www.anantara.com/abudhabisummer.
Beauty and charm
In Central Vietnam, Banyan Tree Lang Co is an all-pool villa resort. It is within touch of three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and golfers can also tee off in style at the Sir Nick Faldo-designed 18-hour championship golf course. Book the Ultimate Banyan Tree LangCô package and get unlimited spa, golf or full board dining from USD 685++ per night (based on Best Available Rate) and enjoy unbeatable daily inclusions. This package is valid until 21st December and terms and conditions apply. Call +84 54 3695 888 or email langco@banyantree.com.
Spa package
Rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit with the Spa Discovery Package at Jiva Spa, Taj Dubai. Valid until 30th September 2015, rates start from Dhs 899 per night and the package includes free wifi, daily buffet breakfast, a 60-minute aromatherapy massage per person on one day of the stay, shuttle to Dubai Mall and Kite Beach, and 25% discount on food, beverage and at JIVA Spa. Terms and conditions apply. Call 04-4383100 or email Reservations.tthdxb@tajhotels.com.
Colombo bound
OZO Colombo Sri Lanka offers the Glimpse of Colombo package that includes a Dream Ocean King room for two, tour of the city on a Double Decker bus, sunset cocktail at ON14 plus 15% discount in the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant. Prices start from US $140 per night and children under 12 sharing the bed are free. This is valid until 30th December 2015 for a minimum two-night stay. Call +94 11 255 5570 or fax +94 11 255 5572.
Romantic Retreat
Amari Vogue Resort Krabi Thailand has a promotion with prices starting from US$112 per night (excluding service charges and taxes) with a minimum three-night stay. This includes a Deluxe room for two, breakfast, roundtrip transfers from Krabi Airport, 20% discount on food, beverages and spa treatments, free use of hotel kayaks, and wifi. The offer is valid until 31st October 2015. Call +66 (0) 7560 7777 or fax +66 (0) 7560 7700 www.amari.com/vogue.
Don’t break the bank
Oriental Residence Bangkok offers the Family Escape Promotion that includes two nights in a Two-Bedroom Suite for two adults and two children, including breakfast, airport transfer (one way), welcome gift for two children, 35% discount for SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World, 25% discount at Madame Tussauds Bangkok, shuttle to Central Embassy mall, and free wifi. Prices start from US $640 for the two-night package and are valid until 31st December 2015. Visit www.oriental-residence.com, call +66 (0) 2125 9000 or fax +66 (0) 2125 9111.
City break
Millennium Executive Apartments Muscat offers spacious accommodation in the heart of Muscat and their Eid offer of OMR 160++ per apartment per night includes two adults and two children in a two-bedroom apartment with breakfast, kids’ club entry for two children for up to three hours, and a 60-minute massage for two adults. This is valid from 22nd to 27th September 2015.
Call +968 220 11111 or email reservations.meam@millenniumhotels.com.
Beautiful Borneo
Gayana Eco Resort rests at the edge of a lush coral reef island off the coast of Borneo and from 1st September to 30th November 2015 you can enjoy 50% discount off the second and third night of your stay. This includes breakfast, return island transfers from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, entrance to the Marine Ecology Research Centre, and use of all non-motorised water sport activities and prices start from around US $175 per night. Email info@gayana-eco-resort.com.
Dream wedding
Emirates Palace is offering something extra special to couples looking to book their wedding before 30th September. The summer package promises the full royal treatment, including the majestic ballroom for your wedding reception, a Rolls Royce for a stately escort from your home to the Palace, the Honeymoon Suite on your wedding night with a private dinner and sumptuous breakfast-in-bed, and a lavish Silver Service Menu starting from Dhs 350 per person. As an additional touch, with this special offer you can recreate the magic of your special day and return to celebrate your first anniversary with a one-night stay, a gift from Emirates Palace. Call 02-6907944 or email weddings@emiratespalace.ae.
Beach escape day trip
Escape to Abu Dhabi’s Sir Bani Yas Island and take a refreshing dip in the pool at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, or just sit back and relax at the beach. For Dhs 200 the Beach Escape Day Trip includes Dhs 100 credit to spend at a choice of dining outlets at the resort. Advance bookings are required to secure seats on the water taxi and terms and conditions apply. This is valid until 30thSeptember 2015 excluding Eid Al Adha. Email fb.dirs@anantara.com.
Family package
Head for AngsanaVelavaru and take a seaplane to a fairytale lagoon. Walk on fine sand the colour of icing sugar and learn to navigate a coral reef and relish your Maldivian adventure with dolphins and turtles. Book the Live for Family Fun package, valid until 20th December 2015, that offers free dining for kids below 12, a 90-minute spa session, access to Velavaru Kids Club, and a free non-motorized water sports activity once during the stay. Call +960 676 0028 or email velavaru@angsana.com.
Fit for royalty
Enjoy an exciting getaway at Emirates Palace with 10% off room and suite rates with complimentary breakfast at Le Vendome Brasserie. Alternatively, the GCC Residents Summer Offer features a special package starting from Dhs 990++. Both packages are available until 30th September 2015 and terms and conditions apply. Call 02-6908888 or email reservations@emiratespalace.ae.
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