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Top 5 things to do in Dubai 3 - 4 Contents. Attractions in Dubai 5 - 12 Sporting events in Dubai 13 - 16

General information 17 - 18

Stopover in Dubai 19 - 20

Stopovers with Emirates 21 - 22

The Emirates experience 23 - 24

The Emirates network 25 - 26

Hotel information 27 - 52

Arabian Adventures 53 - 68

Car rental 69 - 72

Transfers & baggage 73 - 74

Booking terms & conditions 75 - 78

Useful contact numbers in Dubai 79

Dubai city location map United Arab Emirates. Dubai.

Where the old meets new The heart of the Emirates

Compromising of seven emirates – Dubai, , Fujairah, Dubai is a city of contrasts, a land where old and new meet, Ras Al Khaimah, , Umm Al Quwain and , the traditional and modern, east and west, that blend seamlessly to UAE is one of ’s fastest growing tourist destinations, create a fascinating destination. a melting pot of cultures with all the right ingredients for an Dubai is easily the entertainment, shopping, sports and culinary unforgettable holiday experience. capital of the Middle East. It is home to some of the world’s With some of the finest in the world, miles of golden finest chains and dining options. Recreational facilities sandy beaches and warm seas, state-of-the-art shopping malls, are available in abundance and the entertainment ranges from exotic souks, superb restaurants, stunning desert and mountain traditional celebrations to trendy discotheques. The numerous landscapes, the UAE is a truly unique destination for you to shopping malls feature some of the world’s best brands at explore. competitive prices and the Dubai Shopping Festival in February is every shoppers delight.

Dubai is a safe city with sunny weather virtually all year round. Add to all this the pristine beaches and the breath-taking landscapes of the desert, and it is easy to see why Dubai is an exciting year-round destination.

1 2 Top 5 things to do in Dubai.

1. Shop till you drop 4. Indulge in the culinary delights

For brand names, gold, electronics or even spices, join the Unbeatable locations and a selection of multi-cultural cuisines millions of people who come to Dubai to experience this are just the start of the impressive dining experiences on offer vast shopping haven. Try , Ibn Battuta, Mall of the in Dubai. From small, local cafes to sumptuous restaurants, Emirates, Festival City or the expansive Dubai Mall, the largest your palate will not be disappointed. For an unforgettable mall in Dubai. experience, enjoy a lavish High Tea at the world’s most luxurious hotel, the prestigious . 2. Experience an Arabian night on a Dune Dinner Safari 5. Take a cruise down Dubai See Dubai from a totally different perspective. See the old The mysterious desert beckons you for a magical evening out. and new from the seat of an (small water taxi) past old Venture into the rolling dunes for a thrilling desert journey and trading ports and the modern that line the Creek. stop to see the sun cast its orange glow over the vast rippling For an enchanting night out, explore the Creek by moonlight dunes. A traditional Arabic welcome then awaits at a Bedouin on a dhow cruise (traditional sailing vessel) or for fine dining, encampment for a night of bewitching belly dancers, aromatic experience the sleek, all glass Bateaux Dubai. shisha and a delectable Arabic feast.

3. Take a stroll through Dubai’s culture and traditions

Travel back in time in the historic Bastakiya quarter, and view some of Dubai’s oldest buildings. See traditional wind-towered, mud-walled houses that once housed the wealthy Persian merchants, visit Islamic art galleries and for a deep insight into Arabic traditions, visit the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for 3 Cultural Understanding. 4 Attractions in Dubai.

Arabian Ranches Golf Club Big Bus Company

The luxurious Spanish Colonial Clubhouse From the towering sail-shaped Burj Al Arab was the first in the region to open guest rooms hotel to the mysterious gold and spice souks, within the Clubhouse. The Clubhouse hosts a what better way is there to see Dubai’s fully stocked Pro Shop, with all the latest Golf breathtaking views and attractions than from Apparel and Hardware, a Grand Lobby, and the the king of all sightseeing vehicles ̵ an open- Baker-Finch Room complimented by a Terrace top, double-decker Big Bus. hosting panoramic scenic views over the 9th Boating Adventures and 18th holes. Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm Hold tight and brace yourself for this rush hour experience on the seas of Dubai. Whether you Enjoy the thrill of to the largest and most have a need for speed, a genuine love for the exciting waterpark in the Middle East. region’s wonders or simply an occasion that Aquaventure is overflowing with 42 fun-filled needs to be celebrated, these boats deliver in acres, Master Blasters, speedslide, rivers, style. Try the spectacular Palm and rapids, Splashers children’s play area, lush Burj Al Arab tour that takes you to The Palm tropical landscapes and a private beach. Jumeirah with attractions such as the Atlantis - The Palm and then onwards to one of Dubai’s “At The Top” – ’s treasures - Burj Al Arab, the landmark seven Observation Deck star hotel.

Located on the level 124 of the world’s tallest Cite’ des Enfants at Playnation at tower, this observatory is destined to be the City Centre highlight of any visit to the Middle East. The journey begins in the lower ground level of the Cite des Enfants is an edutainment concept . Throughout the journey to the that is unique to Playnation and is specifically top, visitors are entertained by a multi-media designed to help younger children explore their 5 presentation of and the marvel environment through an interactive learning 6 of Burj Khalifa. experience. Attractions in Dubai.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo at The Dubai Mall at Creek Park

Immerse yourself in a world of fantastic Dubai Dolphinarium is an amazing place, colours, spectacular animals and incredible where you are guaranteed to meet some of experiences. One of the largest aquarium the most beautiful animals that inhabit our windows in the world at The Dubai Mall oceans and have lots of fun with them. brings you closer than ever to over 33,000 aquatic animals. Dubai Aquarium and Dubai Ice Rink at The Dubai Mall Underwater Zoo provides an aquatic adventure you will never forget. Set your spirit free on ice at the sensational Olympic-size Dubai Ice Rink. From those looking to experience the thrill of ice skating for the first time to those keen to master For most people the opportunity to drive their skills. Dubai Ice Rink is a destination of on a race track is a distant dream. The endless fun for everyone. Dubai Autodrome is the region’s first fully integrated motor sports facility boasting an Galleria Ice Rink at FIA sanctioned 5.39 km circuit, a Race and Driving Centre and International Standard Karting Tracks. With the Race & Drive The Galleria Ice Rink is one of Dubai's longest Centre, getting on to the race track has never running winter sports venues. The rink offers been easier: Choose your preferred Track all the thrills and chills of ice skating. Experience from an Audi Sports Car to an F1 Style Single Seater race car for a once in a Hot Air Balloon life time experience. A bird’s eye view. Join our balloon expedition deep into the heart of the desert! A must do for any true adventure lover. Experience 7 breathtaking dunes, emerald green oasis and 8 cool morning desert air as the day breaks. Attractions in Dubai.

Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind Seaplane Spectacular on this serene and magical journey by air. A is an aerial sightseeing sensation unique opportunity to capture the beauty of providing a once in a lifetime journey along the desert and it’s amazing colours at sunrise. Dubai’s dramatic and ever changing coastal iFly Dubai at Playnation at skyline. Travelling at 1,500 feet, you are Mirdif City Centre treated to a bird’s eye view of Dubai’s icons and the thrill of a new experience. iFLY Dubai is where you can experience Sega Republic at The Dubai Mall human body flight! Indoor skydiving at iFLY Dubai is safe for kids, challenging for adults, Live it. Feel it. Ride it. Fly it. Love it. The exciting for teens and realistic for skydivers. Middle East’s largest SEGA indoor theme Roads & Transport Authority park is a visually-stimulating, adrenaline- pumping attraction. Visitors are guaranteed (Dubai ) that no two experiences are ever the same! Welcome to the world’s longest automated at Metro system built in one go. Welcome to 100% electric trains and 0% carbon Ski Dubai is a unique mountain themed emissions. Welcome to Gold Class cabins, attraction that offers you the opportunity to women and children only cabins, Wi-Fi and enjoy snow in Dubai all year round. It is the mobile phone coverage across the entire first indoor ski resort in the Middle East and network. Welcome to a fully integrated has the world’s third largest indoor ski slope network with other models of transport. and the largest indoor snow park in the world. Welcome to one of the world’s most technologically advanced Metro systems. Welcome to your .

9 10 Attractions in Dubai.

Soccer Circus Training Academy The Els Club, at Playnation at Mirdif City Centre at

Soccer Circus Dubai is unique! It is a fully This Ernie Els signature golf course is a interactive football attraction, engaging ‘desert links’ with a natural look and feel; visitors in a series of exciting, immersive in essence, a combination of a links golf football challenges. It also includes a series of course and traditional ‘classical era’ design. challenges using real footballs in a simulated It features broad and gently rolling fairways, environment to test the skills and steep greenside bunkers, grassy swales and talent of the players, second only to the thrill imaginatively designed greens. of taking part in a professional match. The Lost Chambers at Atlantis, The Address Montgomerie Dubai The Palm

The Address Montgomerie, Dubai has evolved The journey through The Lost Chambers will into one of the Middle East’s most luxurious fire the imagination, with underwater insights and desirable golfing destinations in recent into how the citizens of Atlantis may have times. The course provides the player with lived. Visitors can live out their own Atlantean undulating "links land" style fairways with adventure in The Lost Chambers, the maze of generous landing areas. underwater halls and tunnels. The Butch Harmon School of Golf, Wild Wadi Waterpark

Dubai Sports City, at DUBAILAND An unforgettable adventure awaits you in the Combining a strong golfing heritage with world’s most advanced water theme park cutting edge technology, the Butch Harmon that compromises of 30 adrenaline-pumping School of Golf is like no other. Players will state-of-the-art rides and slides. The Wild have access to the most modern technology Wadi Waterpark is designed around a tale from Arabian Folklore featuring Juha and his available to help lower their scores. 11 seafaring friend, Sinbad. 12 Sporting events in Dubai.

The Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens – The course is flat and fast, with the only slight incline at the December 2010 traverse of the . Here, runners take the Shindagha Tunnel under the Creek, exiting at the of Deira.

Takes place from 2nd to 4th December 2010 at ‘The Sevens’ The route continues in the Garhoud area of the city, crossing grounds. The event will be celebrating its 41st year in 2010. the Creek once again, this time via the Al-Garhoud Bridge. The Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens is the first round of This is the steepest point on the course, then it's an easy run the eight-leg International Rugby Board Sevens World Series to the finish line. with the next rounds taking place in South Africa, New Zealand, USA, , Australia, England and Scotland. A 10 kilometres run and a 3 kilometres fun run are organised alongside the main marathon. World Offshore Powerboat Championships – Dubai Grand Prix – December 2010 ATP Dubai Tennis Championship – February 2011 Combining the glamour, power and spectacle of intense competition, the UIM Class 1 World Offshore Powerboat The Dubai Tennis Championship is a professional tennis Championship races, take place over two days in December. tournament held in Dubai Tennis Stadium. This US$ 1 Top teams from around the world compete in this glamorous million championship attracts many of the world's top male and powerful spectacle of intense competition. and female players to the city's impressive Tennis Stadium. The tournament incorporates both the Men's ATP Tour and Standard Chartered – Women's WTA Tour events and features both singles and January 2011 doubles competitions.

Dubai's Standard Chartered Marathon follows a clockwise circuit of the city, encompassing many major landmarks. The start and finish are at the World Trade Centre.

13 14 Sporting events in Dubai.

Omega Dubai Desert Classic - February 2011 Racecourse is a 60,000 capacity landmark stadium incorporating a luxurious hotel and six haute cuisine restaurants. The Omega Dubai Desert Classic is held at the Emirates Golf Dubai Football Sevens – March 2011 Club, the first grass golf course in the Middle East. Its lush fairways are in stark contrast to the surrounding desert terrain, Join AC Milan, Arsenal, Olympiacos and other professional which provides the course with many natural hazards. clubs, along with 3,000 players and 300 amateur teams, at The PGA European Tour and its American counterpart, the PGA ‘7he Sevens’ for the Dubai Football Sevens. Tour, are the richest and most celebrated golfing competitions in This festival of football brings together a massive cross-section the world. of athletes, with Rush, Steve McManaman, Michael Thomas For the European stars on the Tour there is more at stake than and a host of other stars lined up to play on the same pitches pure financial reward: the top 10 players are automatically as eight-year-old wannabe footballers. selected for the European Team to play against the US in the In addition to seeing the stars in action, there are competitions Ryder Cup. for various age groups and an amateur tournament, drawing Cup – 26th March 2011 both men and women players. UAE Desert Challenge – March & April 2011 The Dubai World Cup at the Meydan Racecourse is the richest horse race meeting in the world, worth a staggering The UAE Desert Challenge in Dubai is a rally across some of US$25 million. the most dramatic and demanding terrain. Drivers from all over The programme consists of eight races, including the mile-and- the world race their cars, trucks and motorbikes on a thrilling a-quarter group-one race for four year-olds and above, offering journey through the desert. an incredible US$10 million prize fund, and the US$5 million The event begins with a ceremonial start in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Duty Free. It is no surprise that the best horses, jockeys heads south into the desert. The race is based at the Moreeb and trainers make the annual trip to the UAE. Hill Bivouac, close to the Liwa Oasis, and special stages stretch Thoroughbred racing traces its roots back to the Middle East and out into the legendary Rub Al Khali or Empty Quarter, 15 its homecoming could not be grander. The magnificent Meydan a perfect name for one of the largest sand deserts in the world. 16 General information.

Dress code Public holidays – fixed The United Arab Emirates is an Islamic country and clothing National Day (2nd December), New Year's Day (1st January) should be modest. In the hot and humid summer months light and Accession Day of HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nayan cotton garments are ideal. During the winter months, when (6th August). the seasonal average is a pleasant 24°C, light sweaters are recommended. Beachwear is acceptable at beach clubs, hotels Public holidays – movable and public beaches. During the day, the dress code is fairly Hijra New Year's Day, Prophet's Birthday, Accession Day, casual, although more exclusive restaurants and clubs may Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha. expect guests to dress more formally during the evening. Health Language Please check for vaccination requirements at the time of Arabic is the national language of the United Arab Emirates booking. There are no mandatory vaccination requirements but English is widely spoken and understood. The majority of unless you have recently transited a cholera-infected area. information signs are in both languages. Travel insurance Currency and exchange It is advisable to purchase suitable insurance cover, such as The monetary unit of the United Arab Emirates is the Dirham medical, repatriation, etc. (AED), divided into 100 fils. Exchange rate: US$1 = AED 3.65. Climate Food and drinks Dubai has a subtropical, arid climate with sunny blue skies Most hotels offer local specialities, as well as an eclectic mix of most of the year. Rainfall is infrequent and irregular, mainly cuisine. Even though the UAE is a Muslim country, alcohol is in winter. Temperatures range from minimum 27°C (81°F) to served at many licensed hotel restaurants, bars and nightclubs. maximum 45°C (106°F) from June to September and minimum Restaurants outside hotels do not serve alcohol. Tap water 14°C (57°F) to maximum 37°C (99°F) from October to May. is safe to use, although bottled water is recommended for personal consumption. The Holy Month of Ramadan, based on lunar observation, will begin during the second week of August in 2010. During this period eating, drinking and smoking in public areas and the 17 18 sale of alcohol during daylight hours is strictly prohibited. Stopover in Dubai.

There's something for everyone Experience the vibrancy of the world’s fastest growing commercial and tourist centre. The world’s tallest tower – Dubai has been described in many ways – the City of Burj Dubai, the world’s largest mall – The Dubai Mall, the Merchants, the City of Gold, Gateway to the Middle East – to marvellous , the mega leisure project – Dubailand name a few. and large-scale residential complexes are just a few of Dubai’s You can be sure of one thing: Dubai is a tourist’s delight. investments in the future. Marching ahead with ground- Choose Dubai and a world of options opens up to you. breaking developments, Dubai is truly the metropolis of tomorrow. So whatever your itinerary, plan a stopover in Dubai. For a truly incredible experience of traditional Arabian hospitality combined with modern marvels, Dubai is the Stopover in Dubai number one choice in this region. Acknowledged as the There's good news for all customers travelling with Emirates. business, leisure and sporting capital of the Middle East, Dubai You can enjoy a spectacular stopover in Dubai for as little as welcomes visitors with year-round sunshine, a friendly and safe US$39 per person, per night for a two-night stay based on two environment, and a cosmopolitan lifestyle. If it’s the old-world people sharing a room. It's a deal that's hard to resist. charm that lures some, it’s the calm blue waters of the sea or visions of an Arabian night in the desert that attracts others. A Dubai Stopovers package is designed to give both transit and turnaround travellers* who have a confirmed and paid for Whatever your interests, you will find Dubai enchanting. reservation with Emirates a great-value vacation in Dubai. Whether it’s lazing on the pristine beaches or the thrill of hunting down bargains in the shopping malls and souks. There's a range of accommodation to fit all budgets. In addition, customers receive assistance at Dubai International For golf enthusiasts, there is the opportunity to tee off on Airport. As a Dubai Stopovers visitor, you will also enjoy championship courses. For the more adventurous visitor, attractive rates on car hire, golf, local tours and safaris. there is an endless choice of activities ranging from fishing and scuba diving to sandboarding and dune-driving. Whether Even if you’re not flying Emirates for your entire journey, you you stay a few hours or a few days, Dubai will give you the can still enjoy a spectacular stopover in Dubai, provided part of opportunity to experience adventure, shopping, sports, leisure your travel (either into or out of Dubai) is on Emirates. and fine dining. 19 *Offer valid for transit customers with travel originating in the GCC states. 20 Stopovers with Emirates.

Book now Visa information

Booking a Dubai Stopover is simple. Once you have confirmed • All customers travelling to the United Arab Emirates require and paid for your flight on Emirates, just fill in the enclosed entry visas and must be in possession of a valid passport. booking form and contact your travel agent or the Emirates • Nationals of the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) states office nearest to you. Dubai Stopovers at a glance: and 33 other countries will have their visas issued on arrival. Please check with your travel agent or Emirates office for • Choice of 47 hotels from apartments to luxury hotels eligibility. • 24-hour check-in/check-out at 26 hotels and apartments • 96-hour single entry visas for all Emirates Dubai Stopovers • Accommodation in standard rooms customers may be arranged at a charge of US$62 per • Buffet breakfast person. • All and service charges • 96-hour multiple entry visas (for a maximum of four entries) • Meet & Assist at Dubai International Airport are now also available. • Transfers to and from the hotel • For customers stopping over in Dubai for more than • Arabian Adventures exclusive welcome pack with the 96 hours, visas may be arranged at a charge of US$76 Vice Versa® "cash reward" card per person. Hotel facilities • A minimum of three working days' notice prior to arrival is required for all visa applications to be processed. Guest rooms in all featured hotels, unless otherwise stated, will • An emergency visa fee of US$110 per person applies for all provide air-conditioning, private bathroom, colour television with requests received less than one week prior to arrival. satellite channels, international direct dialling and a mini bar as • All prices are per person in US dollars. standard. • Prices are subject to change without notice.

Please note the terms and conditions at the end of this brochure and check with your local Emirates representative regarding eligibility criteria for Dubai Stopovers.

21 22 The Emirates experience.

About Emirates Skywards – a world of rewards

When you fly Emirates you will enjoy the kind of service that Make your journey even more rewarding with Skywards, the has won us more than 400 international awards, long before award-winning frequent flyer programme from Emirates. you take to the sky. Travelling to the world’s most exotic destinations with Emirates Our online services let you book, pay and print your ticket, promises an unforgettable experience and as a Skywards and even check-in online, saving you valuable time. If you member it will prove even more rewarding. Members earn fly First Class or Business Class, you will also enjoy priority Skywards Miles on every flight with Emirates and its partner check-in, chauffeur-driven transfers and access to our airlines or when transacting with credit card, hotel, car hire exclusive network of airport lounges. and other leisure partners worldwide. These Miles can then be redeemed for free flights, upgrades, hotel stays, tours and On board, you’ll receive a warm welcome from our other exciting rewards starting from just 5,000 Skywards Miles. multinational and multilingual crew. Members can also enjoy a range of exclusive privileges such Our fleet of aircraft is one of the youngest in the sky and, as waitlist priority, Miles for family travel and the opportunity with more choices and higher quality, our inflight entertainment to nominate a travel coordinator. For our most loyal Gold and options will keep you occupied for hours on end. Silver members, we reserve benefits that include airport lounge Economy Class customers enjoy a selection of gourmet meals, access, excess baggage allowance and dedicated check-in. while First Class and Business Class customers can choose To join Skywards, visit www.skywards.com and change your from extensive menus created by world-renowned chefs. travel experience forever.

23 24 Hotel information.

In order to assist you in selecting a hotel with facilities which Four-star Hotels best suit your needs and requirements, we have provided the rating of the featured apartments and hotels. This rating is Qamardeen Hotel 41 Royal Ascot Hotel 41 issued by Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). Towers Rotana 42 Standard Hotel Apartments Five-star Hotels

Golden Sands Hotel Apartments 29 Al Bustan Rotana 42 London Creek Hotel Apartments 29 Atlantis The Palm 43 Pearl Residence Hotel Apartments 30 Crowne Plaza 43 Rolla Residence Hotel Apartments 30 Grand Millennium Dubai 44 Savoy Park Hotel Apartments 31 Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa 44 Hyatt Regency Dubai 45 Deluxe Hotel Apartments Hotel 45 Flora Creek Hotel Apartments 31 Jumeirah 46 Lotus Downtown Metro Hotel Apartments & Spa 32 Jumeirah The Meydan 46 Tamani Hotel Marina 32 Le Méridien Dubai 47 Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa 47 Two-star Hotels Mina A' Salam – 48 Ibis 33 Park Hyatt Dubai 48 Ibis Deira City Centre 33 Raffles Dubai 49 Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach 49 Three-star Hotels The Address, Dubai Mall 50 Admiral Plaza Hotel 34 The Address, 50 Highland City Hotel 34 The Palace, The Old Town 51 Ibis 35 Desert Resorts Premier Inn Dubai International Airport 35 Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa 51 Four-star Hotels Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa 52 Ascot Hotel 36 Legends City Seasons Hotel 36 Flora Grand 37 24-hour check-in/check-out Four Points Sheraton, 37 Marco Polo Hotel 38 Suitable for guests with physical disabilities Metropolitan Hotel Deira 38 S Standard hotel apartments Metropolitan Hotel Dubai 39 D Deluxe hotel apartments Novotel Deira City Centre 39 Novotel World Trade Centre Dubai 40 For rates and information please visit emirates.com, 27 Pullman Mall of the Emirates 40 contact your local Emirates office or travel agent. 28 S S

Golden Sands Hotel Apartments Pearl Residence Hotel Apartments Starting from US$59.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$45.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: This hotel apartment is conveniently located in Bur Dubai, Location: Centrally located at the heart of Bur Dubai’s commercial Dubai International Airport is 13 kilometres away and the beach is district and well-positioned for shoppers. The property is 13 kilometres 10 kilometres away. from Dubai International Airport. Closest Metro Station: Khaleed bin Waleed Station Closest Metro Station: Khaleed bin Waleed Station Restaurants: 24-hour coffee shop serving International cuisine. Restaurants: 24-hour coffee shop serving Arabic, Asian and Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. European cuisine. Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Facilities: Outdoor pool, gymnasium with sauna, business centre and Facilities: Health club with swimming pool, steam sauna. Banqueting wireless internet connection. facilities, business centre, high speed internet access, safe deposit lockers, reserve car park, shuttle service to beach.

London Creek Hotel Apartments Rolla Residence Hotel Apartments Starting from US$49.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$39.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: This hotel apartment building is located in a prime area Location: Centrally located in Bur Dubai, 15 kilometres from of Bur Dubai and shopping malls. Dubai International Airport is Dubai International Airport and five kilometres from the city centre. 13 kilometres away and the beach is 10 kilometres away. Closest Metro Station: Khaleed bin Waleed Station Closest Metro Station: Khaleed bin Waleed Station Restaurants: Three restaurants offering Indian, International and Restaurants: 24-hour coffee shop serving international cuisine. European cuisine. Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Facilities: Internet facilities, rooftop swimming pool, sauna, and Facilities: Outdoor pool and sundeck, gymnasium with jacuzzi, gymnasium. sauna, business centre and Wi-fi in the lobby (charges apply).

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Savoy Park Hotel Apartments Lotus Downtown Metro Starting from US$53.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Hotel Apartments & Spa Location: Conveniently located in the centre of the commercial hub of Starting from US$84.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Bur Dubai and Dubai International Airport is located 20 minutes away. Closest Metro Station: Khaleed bin Waleed Station Location: Lotus Downtown Metro Hotel Apartments & Spa is just three kilometres from Dubai International Airport. Restaurants: Coffee shop serving buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and light snacks. Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Closest Metro Station: Station Facilities: Rooftop sundeck with temperature-controlled swimming Restaurants: Three outlets serving Arabic/Persian, Japanese/ pool, fitness centre, jaccuzi, sauna and business centre. Chinese, Indian/international cuisine. Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Facilities: Fitness, spa, temperature controlled swimming pool, steam room, sauna and jaccuzi.

Flora Creek Hotel Apartments Tamani Hotel Marina Starting from US$84.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$123.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Over looking the famous Dubai Creek and located just a Location: 30 kilometres from Dubai International Airport, this hotel is short distance from Deira City Centre. Dubai International Airport is located within close proximity of shopping malls such as Mall of the three kilometres away. Emirates and Ibn Battuta, and is within walking distance to both Marina Closest Metro Station: Deira City Centre Station Promenade Walk and Dubai Marina Motor Yacht Club. Closest Metro Station: Restaurants: All day dining restaurant serving International cuisine, Dubai Marina Station coffee shop and 24-hour room service. Please note that this hotel Restaurants: One outlet offering Arabic and international cuisine does not serve alcohol. (buffet or à la carte). Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Facilities: Outdoor pool, jaccuzi, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, Facilities: Wi-fi internet in all suites, indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, Spa & Wellness Centre and Games Zone. Daily complimentary steam room and health and fitness club. Business centre services also shuttle service to Dubai Mall and Jumeirah Beach. available.

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31 32 Ibis Al Rigga Admiral Plaza Hotel Starting from US$54.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$40.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located in the historic part of Dubai in central Deira and Location: Located at the heart of Bur Dubai and Dubai next to Al Ghurair Mall. The hotel is only a 10 minute drive from Dubai International Airport is eight kilometres away. International Airport and a 15 minute drive to Dubai World Trade Center. Restaurants: 24-hour coffee shop, Chinese and Indian restaurants. Closest Metro Station: Al Rigga Station Please note that this hotel does not serve alcohol. Restaurants: Restaurant, bar and lobby Café. Facilities: Indoor pool, jaccuzi, fitness centre with sauna, internet Facilities: Fitness centre, Wi-fi internet access. and business centre.

Ibis Deira City Centre Highland City Hotel Starting from US$56.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$47.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located opposite the Deira City Centre and Location: Centrally located in Bur Dubai, 15 kilometres from within the business and commercial district of and Dubai Dubai International Airport and five kilometres from the city centre. Creek. Dubai International Airport is only four kilometres away. Restaurants: Three restaurants offering Indian, International and Closest Metro Station: Deira City Centre Station European cuisine. Restaurants: À la carte traditional French bistro with fully licensed bar Facilities: Internet facilities, rooftop swimming pool, sauna, and and lobby coffee shop. gymnasium. Facilities: Wi-fi in the lobby and safety deposit boxes at reception. Access to the Novotel pool and gymnasium is provided for a nominal charge. Complimentary shuttle service twice daily to Jumeirah Beach Park. Please note that concierge service and mini-bar are not available at this hotel.

33 34 Ibis Al Barsha Ascot Hotel Starting from US$46.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$49.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located just minutes from the Mall of the Emirates Location: Located at the heart of Bur Dubai and Dubai shopping complex and Dubai International Airport is 25 kilometres International Airport is only seven kilometres away. away. Restaurants: Selection of restaurants serving Japanese, Russian, Closest Metro Station: Mall of the Emirates Station Thai, international cuisine and a bar. Restaurants: Cuban-style bar, sports bar, International cuisine and Facilities: Guests are entitled to use the gymnasium, sauna, steam lobby coffee shop. room, outdoor pool and business centre at the adjacent hotel. Daily Facilities: Wi-fi in the lobby and safety deposit boxes at reception. shuttle service to the beach. Complimentary shuttle service twice daily to Jumeirah Beach Park.

Premier Inn Dubai City Seasons Hotel International Airport Starting from US$58.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$66.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Location: Located in the heart of Deira close to Deira City Centre shopping mall and three kilometres from Dubai International Airport. Location: Located opposite Emirates Terminal 3, Dubai International Closest Metro Station: Deira City Centre Station Airport. Restaurants: International cuisine at the New Season Restaurant Restaurants: Bistro-style restaurant, bar/lounge and coffee shop. and Al Nakheel Coffee Shop in the lobby area. Please note that this Facilities: Wi-fi throughout the hotel. Swimming pool and jacuzzi. hotel does not serve alcohol. Facilities: Rooftop swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, beauty salon and gymnasium. Please note alcohol is not served in this hotel.

35 36 Flora Grand Marco Polo Hotel Starting from US$58.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$62.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Situated at the heart of Dubai’s thriving commercial and Location: The hotel is located in the centre of Deira and Dubai leisure district and just 10 minutes away from Dubai International International Airport is only eight kilometers away. Airport. Restaurants: Selection of three restaurants offering a choice of Closest Metro Station: Al Rigga Station international dining options, including Asian and Indian cuisine. Restaurants: Selection of restaurants. Please note that this hotel Plus bars and a nightclub. does not serve alcohol. Facilities: Outdoor pool, gymnasium and free internet. Shuttle Facilities: Internet facilities, rooftop swimming pool, spa, sauna, service to the beach. jaccuzi, beauty salon and fully-equipped gymnasium.

Four Points Sheraton, Bur Dubai Metropolitan Hotel Deira Starting from US$69.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$65.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located at the heart of Dubai’s financial district and just Location: This property is centrally located, close to the Clock 10 minutes away from Dubai International Airport. Tower and Dubai International Airport is four kilometers away. Closest Metro Station: Khaleed bin Waleed Station Restaurants: Selection of restaurants and bar. Restaurants: Selection of bars and restaurants serving international Facilities: Outdoor pool, fitness room, sauna and business centre. and Indian cuisine. For a charge, guests staying at this hotel can have access to the Facilities: Outdoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gymnasium. Business beach facilities of the Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa. Free shuttle to facilities available upon request. Deira City Centre twice a day.

37 38 Metropolitan Hotel Dubai Novotel World Trade Centre Dubai Starting from US$61.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$71.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Ideally located on Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Location: A part of the Dubai International Exhibition and Convention International Airport is only 16 kilometres away. complex, the hotel is ideally located at the heart of the district. Dubai Closest Metro Station: Station International Airport is only 10 kilometres away. Closest Metro Station: Restaurants: Ten restaurants and bars, featuring International, World Trade Center Station Italian, Chinese, Indian and Thai Cuisines – and Dubai’s oldest Pub, Restaurants: Selection of restaurants and bars. The Red Lion. Facilities: Outdoor pool, fitness centre, massage facilities, shops Facilities: Complimentary scheduled shuttle services to Dubai Mall, and business centre. Shuttle service to major shopping malls and Mall of the Emirates, Outlet Mall and Jumeirah Beach. Eight-screen Jumeirah Beach Park. cinema complex, internet café, shopping arcade, health club with sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and swimming pool. Access to the beach club at the Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa for a discounted fee. Novotel Deira City Centre Pullman Mall of the Emirates Starting from US$78.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$105.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located opposite Deira City Centre shopping mall and Location: The hotel is directly linked to the Mall of the Emirates. Dubai International Airport is only four kilometres away. Within 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport. Closest Metro Station: Deira City Centre Station Closest Metro Station: Mall of the Emirates Station Restaurants: À la carte traditional French bistro with fully-licensed Restaurants: All day dining restaurant serving International cuisine. bar, coffee shop, pastry corner, all-day dining restaurant, lounge bar Facilities: Outdoor pool, spa, sauna and fitness centre. Wi-fi internet and pool bar with shisha tent. access, business services, complimentary shuttle to the beach. Facilities: Wi-fi in lobby, personal safety deposit boxes, outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool and exercise room. Complimentary shuttle service to Jumeirah Beach Park twice daily.

39 40 Qamardeen Hotel Towers Rotana Starting from US$100.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$67.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located at the very centre of Dubai's new downtown and Location: Situated on Sheikh Zayed Road, Towers Rotana is Dubai International Airport is only 15 kilometres away. 15 kilometres away from Dubai International Airport. Closest Metro Station: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station Closest Metro Station: Financial Centre Station Restaurants: Three outlets including restaurants and café. Restaurants: A large selection of food and beverage outlets including Facilities: Outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool, large fine dining, international buffet, Lobby Bistro and two bars. fitness centre, 24-hour business centre, shops and complimentary Facilities: Temperature controlled outdoor swimming pool. internet access. State-of-the-art health and fitness centre with sauna, steam and jaccuzi. Beach access is available for additional cost.

Royal Ascot Hotel Al Bustan Rotana Starting from US$53.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$83.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located at the heart of the city in the commercial area of Location: Located in at the heart of Dubai and just two Bur Dubai. The hotel is seven kilometres from Dubai International kilometres from Dubai International Airport. Airport. Restaurants: Selection of restaurants and bars. Restaurants: Selection of restaurants serving Korean and Indian Facilities: Temperature-controlled swimming pool, plunge pool, cuisine. Plus coffee lounge and bar. Nautilus-equipped fitness centre, aerobics studio, outdoor jacuzzi, Facilities: Gymnasium, sauna, steam room, outdoor pool and sauna, steam room, spa facilities, three floodlit tennis courts, two business centre. Daily shuttle to the beach. squash courts, business centre, hair/beauty salon, gift shop and shuttle service to Deira City Centre.

41 42 Atlantis, The Palm Grand Millenium Dubai Starting from US$152.00per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$81.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located on the , approximately 25 kilometres Location: Located on Sheikh Zayed Road between Mall of the from the city centre and 45 kilometres from Dubai International Airport. Emirates and Ibn Battuta shopping mall. Dubai International Airport is Restaurants: The resort has 17 restaurants and bars. 25 kilometres away. Closest Metro Station: Facilities: Imperial Club, Atlantis Kids Club and Club Rush for Mall of the Emirates Station teenagers, two pools, Ambassador Lagoon, Dolphin Bay, spa, tennis Restaurants: Danté Italian Restaurant, Toshi Pan-Asian Cuisine, courts, running track, shops, hair dresser, beauty salon and night The Atrium (all-day dining), Belgian Beer Café, Crystal Champagne club. Prices include complimentary access to Aquaventure and Lost Bar and Jazz Pool Bar. Chambers. The resort also has meeting and conference facilities. Facilities: Jasmine Spa, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, jacuzzi, outdoor pool, beauty salon, high speed internet access and business centre.

Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa Starting from US$107.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$113.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Set on the banks of Dubai Creek, this hotel is located at Location: Situated on the Jumeirah Beach and adjacent to the Dubai the heart of Dubai Festival City. Dubai International Airport is only Marina. It is within a 30 minutes drive from Dubai International Airport. two kilometres away. Closest Metro Station: Dubai Marina Station Restaurants: Selection of six restaurants offering a choice of Restaurants: A large variety of restaurants and bars, including Thai, International, French, Lebanese, Belgium cuisine and three bars. Italian, International, Steak house and Lebanese cuisine. Lobby Facilities: Temperature-controlled outdoor pool, Spa Intercontinental, lounge and four bars. a state-of-the-art gymnasium complete with sauna and steam rooms, Facilities: Fitness Centre, large garden swimming pool, infinity pool, high speed internet access in all public areas and 24-hour business jaccuzi, tennis courts, squash courts, water sports and Elixir Spa. centre.

43 44 Hyatt Regency Dubai Jumeirah Emirates Towers Starting from US$90.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$110.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: This hotel is located on the , at the entrance Location: Located at the heart of Dubai’s commercial district, a of Dubai Creek, overlooking the Gulf. Dubai International Airport is minute away from the and Exhibition Halls only 12 kilometres away. and only a short drive from the beach. Dubai International Airport is Restaurants: 12 outlets offering a selection of restaurants and bars. 10 kilometres away. Closest Metro Station: Facilities: Outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, business centre, night Emirates Towers Station club, beauty salon, sauna, steam room, nine-hole pitch and putt golf Restaurants: Selection of restaurants, cafes and bars. course, tennis courts, squash courts, ice skating rink and a 200m Facilities: The Boulevard shopping arcade, outdoor pool, fitness jogging track. centre, sauna, jacuzzi, steam room, beauty salon, Talise Spa, business centre and internet connection. Complimentary access to Wild Wadi Waterpark and to the beach at the . Shuttle service to shopping malls is also available. Jumeirah Beach Hotel Jumeirah The Meydan Starting from US$227.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$96.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located in the popular Jumeirah beach area, this hotel Location: Jumeirah The Meydan, the world’s first 5 star trackside is 15 kilometres from the main city and 25 kilometres from Dubai hotel is located at The Meydan Grandstand and Racecourse. Located International Airport. 10 minutes from the Dubai International Airport. Closest Metro Station: Mall of the Emirates Station Restaurants: 7 restaurants including a Steak house, Japanese, Restaurants: 22 outlets offering a selection of restaurants and bars. International buffet, lounge and bars. Facilities: Facilities: Five swimming pools, children's pool, a fully-equipped In-house spa and gymnasium, rooftop terrace, infinity roof health club, sauna, jacuzzi, steam room, spa, tennis and squash top swimming pool with swim-up bar, business centre and meeting courts, scuba dive centre, water sports, business centre, beauty event facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, children’s pool and activity area salon, babysitting services and Sinbar kids club, 1.5 kilometres of plus free shuttle to the Dubai Mall and Dubai International Convention private beach. Complimentary access to Wild Wadi Waterpark. Centre. Unlimited access to Madinat Jumeirah private beach and Wild Wadi Waterpark.

45 46 Le Meridien Dubai Mina A’ Salam – Madinat Jumeirah Starting from US$81.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$227.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located just two kilometres from Dubai International Airport Location: Road. Along side Burj Al Arab. This is a grand and five kilometres away from the city’s central commercial and boutique hotel of exquisite style, nestled on the shores of the Arabian shopping districts. Gulf. Dubai International Airport is 25 kilometres away. Restaurants: 15 restaurants and three bars. Closest Metro Station: Mall of the Emirates Station Facilities: Four outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pools, fully- Restaurants: 44 restaurants and bars. equipped fitness centre, spa and beauty salon, three outdoor tennis Facilities: Theatre, Madinat Souk with 75 boutique shops, Abras, courts and two business centres. business centre, valet parking, Quay Healthclub, Sinbads kids club, Talise Spa, five tennis courts and watersports and 1.5 kilometres of private beach.

Le Royal Meridien Beach Park Hyatt Dubai Resort & Spa Starting from US$154.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$122.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Location: Located at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Park Hyatt Dubai is at the crossroads of key routes through this bustling Arabian Location: Set along the shoreline, a mere 10 minutes from Dubai city. It is situated five kilometres from Dubai International Airport. Internet City, Mall of the Emirates and Emirates Golf Club and Closest Metro Station: Deira City Centre Station 40 kilometres from Dubai International Airport. Restaurants: Three restaurants serving modern European cuisine, Closest Metro Station: Dubai Marina Station Middle Eastern cuisine and authentic Thai food specialties as well as Restaurants: 14 restaurants and bars. open air bar overlooking the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. Facilities: Outdoor pools, fitness centre, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, hammam Facilities: Internet, spa and other recreational facilities, 18-hole pool, steam room, tennis courts, squash courts, table tennis, water championship golf course, private fishing, yacht charters, beauty sports, shops, business centre, beauty salon and babysitting services. salon, shops and business centre. Shuttle to selected shopping malls.

47 48 Raffles Dubai The Address, Dubai Mall Starting from US$131.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$129.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located in the heart of Dubai, 10 minutes from Dubai Location: Set amidst the very centre of Dubai’s new downtown and International Airport. linked to Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping and entertainment Restaurants: An array of culinary delights from around the world destinations in the world, this hotel is just 20 minutes from Dubai will enchant your senses at Raffles Dubai, home to 7 exquisite and International Airport. award-winning restaurants and bars. Closest Metro Station: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station Facilities: Facilities include, Raffles Amrita Spa, 9 flexible meeting Restaurants: A fine selection of international cuisine is available at rooms and Raffles Ballroom, overlooking Raffles Botanical Garden. the five contemporary restaurants and lounges of the hotel, each Or a stroll through the lobby finds you in Wafi Mall - where great offering a unique ambience. boutiques, endless restaurants and the famed Khan Murjan souk will Facilities: Health and fitness club, sauna, steam facilities, infinity keep you entertained in comfort and style. pool, Wi-Fi Access and The Spa. Conference and banqueting rooms also available. Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach The Address, Dubai Marina Starting from US$78.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Starting from US$123.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located at “The Walk”- , Dubai Location: The Address Dubai Marina overlooks the world’s largest Marina, Beach front. Dubai International Airport is 34 kilometres away. man-made Marina. Dubai International Airport is 34 kilometres away. Closest Metro Station: Dubai Marina Station Closest Metro Station: Dubai Marina Station Restaurants: French Brasserie-all day dining, fine dining Italian Restaurants: Five outlets – selection of restaurants, French restaurant, tea/coffee lounge, pool bar, and Irish bar. Brasserie, lobby lounge and outdoor dining restaurant. Facilities: SoFIT, beauty salon, sauna, steam room, outdoor pool, Facilities: Health and fitness club, sauna, steam room, outdoor pool, public beach in front of the hotel, complimentary shuttle service to the Wi-Fi access and The Spa. Conference and banqueting rooms also major shopping malls. available.

49 50 The Palace, The Old Town Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Starting from US$129.00 per person, per night twin sharing. Desert Resort & Spa Location: This hotel is ideally situated in the Downtown Burj Dubai Starting from US$159.00 per person, per night twin sharing. area, within short distance from all major business and financial institutions and leisure attractions. Dubai International Airport is Location: Jumeirah Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is located 10 kilometres away. in the midst of the desert, near Dubai International Endurance City. Closest Metro Station: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station It is only 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport. Restaurants: All-day dining restaurant serving Mediterranean and Restaurants: Al Forsan Restaurant, Al Sarab Rooftop Lounge, Middle Eastern foods, a Thai restaurant and an Argentinian grill Al Hadheerah Desert Restaurant, Pool Bar, Ya Hala Lobby Lounge, restaurant. It also has pool and lobby bars. Masala, Pizzeria Le Dune. Facilities: Luxury spa, recreational facilities, a large outdoor pool, Facilities: Satori Spa, infinity pool, kids club, gym, archery, horse sauna, jacuzzi, steam room and a business centre. riding, camel riding, table tennis, swimming pool, 4x4 desert tour and falconry. Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa Starting from US$462.00 per person, per night twin sharing.

Location: Located amidst 225 square kilometres of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and just 45 minutes drive from the centre of Dubai. Restaurants: Mediterranean, International and Arabic cuisine served in the main dining room, Al Diwaan, or privately in guests’ suites. Gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner included in the room rate. Facilities: On-site activities such as falconry, archery, wildlife drives, sundowners, nature walks, dune driving, horse and camel riding. Other facilities include, a main swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, steam room, indoor jaccuzi, ice-pool, Timeless Spa with two single and two double treatment rooms offering wide range of health and beauty treatments including hydrotherapy.

51 5248 Arabian Adventures.

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53 54 City of A Capital Merchants. Adventure.

Dubai City Tour Abu Dhabi City Tour*

A fascinating historical excursion. Our route takes us from Starting from Dubai, we travel past the world's largest man- Burj Al Arab; Dubai's landmark hotel to the Majlis Al Ghorfat, made port at and onward for a two hour drive along a magnificent structure constructed in 1955 and recently a coastal desert road lined with acacia trees, to Abu Dhabi, restored, originally the summer residence of the late Sheikh the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Here you will see Rashid bin Saeed Al-Maktoum. Driving past modern palaces modern interpretations of Arabian architecture in the many we stop at Jumeirah Mosque for a photo opportunity. Next skyscrapers, villas and palaces that line our route along the our route takes us towards Dubai's Bastakiya area to admire Riviera-style Corniche. A new addition is the majestic Sheikh the old-wind-towered houses which were built by wealthy Zayed Mosque, the third largest in the world, named after merchants, passing the magnificent Zabeel Palace on the way. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the first President of the Close by stands Fort, a 200 year-old structure that United Arab Emirates. We stop here for a photo opportunity of houses the and records the city's past as an this Islamic architectural masterpiece. We then visit the Sheikh important pearl diving and trading centre. We continue the Zayed Museum and the Heritage Village where souks, an old journey on a traditional Abra. We cross Dubai Creek, offering fishing village and bedouin tents have been replicated to give sights of a modern metropolis on its banks with splendid you a feel of traditional life in Abu Dhabi. After lunch, we drive architecture dwarfing the bustling alleys of our next destination by the iconic Emirates Palace Hotel. On our way back to Dubai - the Gold and Spice Souks. driving past the upcoming developments on the Saadiyat and Yas Islands and stop at the Yas Hotel, which houses the Yas Marina Formula 1 Race circuit for short break and a photo opportunity.

*Lunch not included in the tour price.

55 56 All Points East. Sundowner.

East Coast Tour* Dune Dinner Safari

Drive by the mosque-shaped Sharjah International Airport, The mysterious desert beckons you for a magical evening out designed by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al - an adventure you'll never forget. Leaving behind the bustle Qassimi, the ruler of Sharjah. Continue through a multi-hued of the city in the afternoon, our safari guides will transport you, desert landscape to the oasis of Dhaid, before journeying by four-wheel drive vehicles, for a thrilling journey over rolling through spectacular mountain scenery. Just before Masafi, you dunes through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, deep can shop at the local crafts, pottery and carpet market. In the into the heart of the desert. From the crest of a high dune, mountains, we stop for a stunning view of the canyon and the watch the sun cast its orange glow over the vast expanse wadis showing tracks used by nomads in early days. We then of rippling sand all round you as it sets. Like a shimmering drive to Dibba, a picturesque fishing village. mirage in the distance you will see the flickering lights of your camp where a traditional Arabian welcome awaits you. The After lunch we continue to the Bidiyah Mosque, the oldest and encampment conjures up images of the Arabian nights. Relax smallest in the United Arab Emirates, before following the coast on comfortable low cushions in Bedu tents and quench your to the lovely green town of Khor Fakkan. Visit the Fujairah thirst, have your hands painted with intricate henna designs, Museum and a 300-year-old fort before proceeding to the experience a short camel ride, or just enjoy the aromatic village of Fujairah, abandoned when mountain dwellers moved shisha. A feast of grilled meats, fresh salads and delectable away from oil exploration to start a fishing village. Our last Arab sweets is served and under a galaxy of stars, you will stop before the return journey is Bithnah oasis where you may be entertained by the bewitching belly dancer swaying to photograph (from a distance) the impressive fort still guarding the haunting strains of Arabian music. You won't want this the mountain pass, once the only access to Fujairah. enchanting evening to end.

*Lunch not included in the tour price. Tourists joining this tour must carry their original passports for border checks. Tourists whose passports are retained by their hotels should carry a receipt that is provided to them by the hotel upon retention of passport.

57 58 Up the Wadi. Oasis City Tour.

Mountain Safari to Wadi Hatta* Tour*

We drive along a motorway cutting a swathe through the rolling A charming desert oasis that has been a stop on the caravan desert and its changing hues. Then the real adventure begins trail since time immemorial. Today Al Ain has become a garden as we turn into the Hajar Mountains where canyons line our city which also boasts a university. The road from Dubai takes route. We follow the trails of the wadis and stop for an alfresco us through spectacular desert scenery. We stop at Hili Gardens picnic lunch in one of the wadis. After lunch we drive on to the to view archaeological digs at Hili, which date back some 5,000 to visit the restored fort converted to a years and drive past Jahili Fort where various exhibitions are museum which provides fascinating historical insight of the often hosted. Today, Al Ain has become a garden city which area. We then commence our return journey to Dubai. also boasts a university.

*During summer, from 1st June to 31st August, we stop for lunch at a hotel, the price Proceeding to Al Ain Palace Museum, an old fortress which of which is not included in the tour price. Tourists joining this safari must carry their original passports for border checks. Tourists whose passports are retained by their was the residence of the late ruler Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan hotels should carry a receipt that is provided to them by the hotel upon retention of Al Nahyan from 1927 until the early 1970s, we can view passport. interesting displays, including a collection of family portraits that offer an insight into the way the royal family lived and entertained. We reach Al Ain's National Museum after which we take a short walk through an oasis with the ancient falaj irrigation system. After lunch, we stop at a traditional camel market on our return journey to Dubai.

*Lunch not included in the tour price.

59 60 A Tale of Two Cities.

Tour of Sharjah and Ajman* Images of Arabia - Cultural Walking Tour through Sharjah and Ajman* This fascinating tour takes you to the two emirates of Sharjah and Ajman. Ajman's enchanting museum, housed in an ancient This fascinating tour of two of the country’s Northern Emirates fort, earlier the residence of the ruler of Sharjah, will give you begins at an ancient fort that today houses Ajman Museum. intriguing insights into lifestyles prior to the discovery of oil. We This quaint eighteenth century fort originally served as the pass the King Faisal Mosque and Al Ittihad Monument, both Ruler’s palace and office until 1970, when it became the built to honour the memory of King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, who main police station. After browsing through an interesting was responsible for subsidising the development of Sharjah. collection of archaeological artifacts, manuscripts, old weapons While returning we will stop at the creek for an opportunity and reconstructions of traditional life, we stop for a photo to photograph colourful dhows and visit the 165 year-old Al opportunity at A Magfirah Mosque, the largest mosque in Naboodah House, which vividly recalls the way of life of a Sharjah, built to honour King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, who was wealthy pearl trading family. We will walk through the Al Arsah responsible for subsidising the development of Sharjah before Souk, one of the few remaining traditional market places and the discovery of oil. the Blue Souk, where more than 600 shops sell carpets, gold, From here we continue our journey on foot through Sharjah’s silver, antiques and perfumes. We return to Dubai in time for colourful fish and vegetable markets before we proceed to the lunch. famed Blue Souk, where more than 600 shops sell carpets, *Lunch not included in the tour price. Tour is available in summer only. gold, silver, antiques, perfumes, garments and much more. Our next stop takes us to Al Arsah Souk, one of the country’s few remaining traditional marketplaces. We also visit the 165-year- old Al Naboodah House, which vividly recreates the lifestyle of a wealthy pearl trading family; Al Hisn Fort, the former residence of the Al Qassimi Ruling family, built in 1820 housing priceless objects, fascinating old photographs, classic weapons and trading tools tracing 200 years of Sharjah’s history. Browse 61 through the old souk area, part of Sharjah’s original settlement, 62 A Tale of Two Cities. Tour schedules.

offering a variety of spices, nuts, dates, household goods and Winter schedule: shisha and walk along the Creek past dhows laden with goods 1st November 2010 to 31st May 2011 and 1st September 2011 from to the bustling Iranian market. to 31st October 2011

We stop at Qanat Al Qasba for lunch before our party takes Tour Days Adult* Child* AM/PM a scenic drive along Sharjah’s Corniche Road. We stop for a City of Merchants – Dubai City Tour Daily 40 21 AM & PM quick photo opportunity at the Al Noor Mosque. Our last stop A Capital Adventure – Tour of Abu Dhabi Mon/Wed/Sat 68 34 FULL DAY on this insightful cultural adventure is the majestic Sharjah All Points East – East Coast Tour Mon/Wed/Fri 59 30 FULL DAY Museum of Islamic Civilization, which houses more than 5,000 Images of Arabia Tue/Thu 52 26 FULL DAY Up the Wadi – Mountain Safari Mon/Wed 95 95 FULL DAY exquisite Islamic artifacts from all over the Islamic World. Oasis City Tour – Visit to Al Ain Sun/Tue 58 29 FULL DAY Sundowner – Dune Dinner Safari Daily 90 81 PM *Tour is available in winter only. Summer schedule: 1st June 2011 to 31st August 2011 Tour Days Adult* Child* AM/PM City of Merchants – Dubai City Tour Daily 37 19 AM & PM A Capital Adventure – Tour of Abu Dhabi Mon/Wed/Sat 64 33 FULL DAY All Points East – East Coast Tour Mon/Wed/Fri 55 27 FULL DAY A Tale of Two Cities – Sharjah/Ajman Sun/Thu 41 21 AM Up the Wadi – Mountain Safari Wed 81 81 FULL DAY Oasis City Tour – Visit to Al Ain Sun/Tue 54 27 FULL DAY Sundowner – Dune Dinner Safari Daily 83 75 PM

*All rates are per person in US dollars and are applicable for Dubai Stopovers bookings only. Special reduced child prices are only applicable for the tours and safarisand are for children aged 12 and under. *Operating schedules and the routes of some of our tours and safaris change during the Holy month of Ramadan. *City of Merchants tour operates twice daily except Fridays which is an afternoon tour only. City of Merchants tour operates in the morning only during Ramadan, except for Fridays which remains an afternoon tour *The seating on all tours and safaris is not pre-allocated. The Dune dinner safari has three stops during which the seating is rotated to ensure that all clients in the vehicle enjoy the 63 experience equally. 64 *The Images of Arabia operates only from 01 Nov 2010 to 30 April 2011. General notes.

• All meals and soft drinks are included in our safaris unless • Passengers are reminded that photography of military and otherwise stated. Please refer to the descriptions for details. some government installations is prohibited. With respect to local customs, always ask before taking pictures of • The safari vehicles are long-wheelbase four-wheel drives, and do not take photographs of ladies dressed in traditional which are fitted with safety belts and air-conditioning and attire. licensed to carry up to six passengers, excluding the driver. By law, passengers must wear seat belts while the vehicle is • Operating schedules and the routes of some of our tours in motion. and safaris may change during the Holy month of Ramadan and the summer months. • Many of the vehicles are equipped with telephones to provide a constant link with other vehicles in the party as • City of Merchants tour operates in the morning during well as the safari base. Ramadan, except for Fridays which remains an afternoon tour. • We recommend that passengers read the safety card held by their safari driver/guide in the vehicle before proceeding • During Ramadan, no entertainment is provided on the Dune on the safari tours. Dinner Safari.

• The safaris involve off-road driving through rugged country • Littering is a punishable offence and passengers are which adds to the excitement. However, because of the reminded that offenders may face penalties in the form of adventurous nature of the journeys and the rough terrains fines. covered, passengers should not participate if their health • Purchase of any of the products or services described in or any pre-existing medical conditions (including heart this brochure is subject to the conditions of contract ailments or back problems) may be adversely affected. detailed overleaf. For this reason, we regret that we are unable to accept expectant mothers, passengers with back conditions and • Schedules, prices, routings and information published here passengers under six years or over 65 years of age. are correct at the time of printing and are subject to change.

65 66 General notes.

• All tours, safaris and special interest activities listed in this • The passenger understands and accepts the potential risks brochure may also be booked on a private basis. Please and hazards that can be involved in certain tours, safaris contact the Arabian Adventures representative on arrival in and activities, and takes resposibility for ensuring that he or Dubai for information and prices. she is mentally and physically capable of participating in the particular tour, safari or activity chosen. The passenger must • Pick-up and drop-off for all tours and safaris is from Dubai comply with the instructions of any tour, safari or other except where specified. activity leader. If in the opinion of that leader, the • Please refrain from smoking in public areas. passenger’s behaviour or physical condition is detrimental to • As a token of respect for local customs, public displays of the safety, welfare and well-being of the group as a whole, affection should be avoided. or if the leader considers that the passenger’s general well- being will be put at risk by continuing with the tour, safari or • Arabian Adventures reserves the right to alter or omit other activity, the passenger may be asked to leave the any part of any excursion for which a booking has been tour, safari or other activity without the right to any refund. made without notice and for any reason whatsoever and the passenger shall not be entitled to any refund in respect of • All personal effects are at the sole risk of the passenger at such alteration or omission. all times during the tour or safari. The purchase of a tour or safari shall be deemed as consent to and acceptance of the • Arabian Adventures reserves the right to cancel or withdraw above conditions. any excursion prior to departure and to decline to accept or return any persons as a member of an excursion at any time. In particular, due to the nature of many of the tours, safaris and other activities, delays and cancellations may result from factors beyond Arabian Adventures’ control, such as the weather, sickness, strikes, disputes and other events of force majeure. In such cases, a refund or partial refund may be given at the discretion of Arabian Adventures and/or the operator of the tour, safari or other activity concerned, 67 68 but is not guaranteed. Car rental.

Car hire rates Delivery and collection charges

A charge of US$15 will be applicable for delivery or collection Group Model Daily Supplement per day price within Dubai. For delivery or collection to or from any other Collision Damage Personal Accident (US$) Waiver (CDW) Insurance (PAI) , a charge of US$28 per rental is applicable. PAI, CDW, Toyota Yaris delivery and collection charges to be paid locally to the car A 37 7 3 (M) or similar hire company. A service fee charge of US$7 per rental will be Toyota Yaris B 45 7 3 applicable at all airport locations at Dubai International Airport. (A) or similar Nissan Tiida C 56 7 3 (A) or similar Road tolls Toyota Corolla D 63 9 3 (A) or similar Any fees/charges relating to road tolls (known locally in the E Toyota Camry 74 9 3 UAE as ) will be handled and paid directly to the local car hire company. Road toll fees/charges are not included in the car hire rates shown. Conditions for car hire

• All prices are per car in US Dollars and based on daily hire. • CDW, PAI, delivery and collection charges are not included and are to be paid locally to the car hire company. • In the event of an accident, an excess Insurance charge of US$205 (AED750) will be levied. • Abbreviations: (M) = Manual; (A) = Automatic; PAI = Personal Accident Insurance; CDW = Collision Damage Waiver.

69 70 • A customer notice form should be signed by the renter who will be given a copy of the same. Car rental. • A traffic violation administration fee of AED 35 or US$10 per traffic violation is applicable wherever violations have been incurred. Terms and conditions • Baby seats suitable for ages 6 to 24 months are available at AED 75 / approx US$21 per seat per rental. • BUDGET Rent-a-car in Dubai is the preferred car hire • A GPS navigation system is available upon request at company. the charge of AED 50 or US$15 per day. • Cars should be reserved by group category only. Budget • Insurance covers use in United Arab Emirates only, unless Rent-a-car reserves the right to substitute equivalent cars prior agreement is given by car rental company. when the reserved car is unavailable. • Vehicles are covered by fully-comprehensive insurance as • Drivers are required to produce their original passport as a per United Arab Emirates laws. However, a police report form of identification. must be obtained at the time of an accident or in the case • Drivers visiting or transiting through the UAE must be in of damage. If the renter fails to produce a valid police possession of both their original national license of their own report to car rental firm, all charges incurred will be the country plus an international license. responsibility of the passenger, even if CDW has been taken. • For rental in Dubai only, visitors from the below countries No replacement vehicle will be supplied and rental charges are allowed to drive in the United Arab Emirates with their will continue until a police report is received along with any valid national driving license: UK, USA, France, , other relevant documents. Belgium, Holland, , Denmark, Germany, , • In case of an accident and/or damage, the client is required Sweden, Greece, Austria, Ireland, Spain, Norway, , to pay excess liability if CDW is not taken. A valid police Canada, Poland, Korea, Finland, South Africa, Australia, report is also required. New Zealand and Romania. • In the event of theft of a rented vehicle, the police must be • Visitors from Korea, Japan, Turkey and Greece are requested notified immediately, otherwise cover would be rendered void. to have a translation of their license approved by the council • Punctures, tyre damage, wheel caps, aerials and windscreen or embassy. are not covered by insurance even after paying CDW, unless • A signed credit card imprint will be taken at the start of all the damage is caused as the result of an accident. A police rentals for security reasons, even when the cost of the rental report is required as per contract. is covered by a voucher. This imprint may be used to cover • Off-road driving renders the insurance invalid even after any additional charges not covered by the voucher, such as paying CDW. fuel, rental period extension, accident or damage charges, • Loss or damages to personal items are not covered under toll road crossing (SALIK) and traffic fines. the terms of the insurance. • Minimum age for groups A-E is 21 years. • At the time of hiring, the renter should contact the car rental • All rentals include unlimited mileage. Fuel is not included. company head office and inform them of the time and place • UAE SALIK fees/charges are not included. At the time of of collection and take the name of the person to whom they hiring, the rent-a-car will provide information regarding gave the information. the toll system and applicable charges, which the passenger • All terms of business and insurance covered are subject to is responsible for paying locally to the car hire company. the laws of the United Arab Emirates. • Additional drivers are charged at AED 30/US$9 per rental. • All vehicles have a full tank of fuel at check-out. Vehicles should be returned full or fuel charges will be charged at the end of the rental as per the rent-a-car firm fuel rates. • SALIK (road toll system) is applicable in Dubai. The cost is AED 5 per crossing. Toll fees are calculated on return of the vehicle. This is a government charge. 71 72 Transfers & baggage.

Private car transfers Baggage

For a supplement, private car transfers* can be requested with Each person is allowed two pieces of luggage – one suitcase all hotel bookings. For a quotation, please contact your local and one piece of hand baggage for coach transfers. Emirates office. Seat-in-coach transfer for the following is not Alternative arrangements will be made for customers arriving available, therefore a private car transfer must be booked: with extra luggage. This would be at extra cost and must be • customers in wheel chairs paid locally. • customers arriving at Terminal 2, Dubai International Airport • customers embarking or disembarking from cruise ships docking in Dubai

This information must be communicated at the time of booking.

*Please note that the hotel rates for Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa, Jumeirah Bab Al Shams, include private car transfers.

73 74 A Dubai Stopovers booking entitles you to: • Accomodation in selected hotel/room type • American or continental buffet-style breakfast Booking terms • Meet and greet service upon arrival at Dubai International Airport • Welcome Pack, which includes a useful information leaflet on Dubai, two postcards, a tours and safaris brochure, the office number of our supervisor, the name and contact number of the pre-assigned representative and a 24-hour emergency number & conditions. • Vice Versa® card, a premium shopping card offering cash rewards at over 275 partner outlets Your contract • Return transfers between Dubai International Airport and the hotel These booking terms and conditions govern your booking. Where Emirates • All local taxes and service charges books a hotel or other ground service in its capacity as agent of the relevant third • Any change in such fees and charges and/or additional fees or taxes party supplier, your contract for that accommodation or service will be subject to introduced by local authorities will be added as and when implemented the supplier's terms and conditions which could limit or exclude liability to you. Please note that the airfare must have already been paid for in full before you No contract will come into existence until we accept your request for a booking purchase items from a Dubai Stopovers package. Dubai Stopovers do not and receive full payment in cleared funds. include the cost of any item not specifically listed above, such as visas, flights, When you submit your request for a booking, you guarantee that you have the excursions, tours, etc. authority to accept (and do accept) these conditions on behalf of yourself and all persons covered by your booking. It is your responsibility to ensure that any Please note that private car transfers need to be booked separately for arrivals at information given to you in connection with this booking by us, or any third party Terminal 2, Dubai International Airport. supplier, is passed on to everyone on whose behalf you are making, or have Hotel accommodation made, the booking. If you are making a booking for more than one person, you Apart from select hotels with a 24-hour check-in/check-out facility, the check-in are responsible for all payments due from every person for whom that booking is time is 1500 and check-out time is 1200. Hotels reserve the right to charge for made. All the featured hotels and services are subject to availability. periods when the room is occupied before the normal check-in time or after the Validity of prices normal check-out time. For your comfort, we therefore recommend that when All prices featured on emirates.com are: purchasing the number of nights you intend to stay, you consider whether this covers your early arrival or your late check-out, neither of which is covered by 1. Valid from 1st November 2010 to 31st October 2011 unless otherwise specified. the price quoted in the brochure. 2. Based on tariffs submitted by hotels and other third party suppliers and on exchange rates current at time of publishing. Until payment for the booking Kindly note, it is normal practice for hotels in Dubai to request for a credit card has been received in full, the prices are subject to change without notice. guarantee or deposit at check-in. The deposit is refundable at the time of check- Your attention is drawn to the Dubai Stopovers guarantee which applies out. However, if something is consumed from the mini bar or restaurant (apart once we have received payment in full. from breakfast), the cost will be deducted from the deposit. 3. All prices are per room in US dollars and indicative only. Payment must be made in the local currency at the place of booking, as advised by the local The hotel will provide a sofa/rollaway bed in a double/twin room for a third adult. Emirates office. Please note that due to construction work in and around beach/city properties, Children and infants you may experience some disturbance. We regret any inconvenience caused. There is no cost to an infant sharing with parents with existing bedding. The selected hotel will permit a maximum of one child under 12 years or one infant Restrictions to share its parents’ room with existing bedding, with the exception of Ibis • Dubai Stopovers are offered to individual passengers travelling Hotels (Deira City Centre, Al Rigga and Al Barsha), Rolla Residence (studio) with Emirates to, from or via Dubai. To qualify for the benefits of a Dubai and The Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach do not allow more than 2 persons Stopovers package, travel on at least one sector (either into or out of Dubai) (i.e 2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult/1child) in a room. Al Maha does not allow must be on Emirates. children under 12 years of age at the Resort. The child rate includes the cost • A Dubai Stopovers booking must be made at least 48 hours prior to your of breakfast. Some hotels will permit up to a maximum of two children to share departure for Dubai and full payment must be made at the time of booking. their parents' room with an extra bed provided. Please refer to price list. • Dubai Stopovers cannot be utilised by groups of more than 10 persons travelling together. Dubai Stopovers guarantee • A Dubai Stopovers package has to be utilised immediately upon arrival and the Emirates guarantees that once you have paid for your booking in full, regardless stay must be continuous. Please check with your local Emirates representative of increases in third party supplier costs or adverse changes in monetary regarding eligibility criteria. exchange rates, no additional charges will be passed on to you. • A maximum of seven nights can be booked with the Dubai Stopovers Bookings programme. Once you have confirmed and paid for your flight, to book a Dubai Stopovers package, all you have to do is simply select your hotel. Bookings can be made Visas through your travel agent or any Emirates office. If the hotel of your choice is not available, we will endeavour to offer you a suitable alternative. At the time of Type of visa Price Validity Processing time booking, please provide the following information: • Full name of passenger(s) 96-hour visa 62 96 hours 3 working days • Flight number and arrival date in Dubai Normal tourist visa 76 Stay up to 30 days 5 working days • Flight number and departure date from Dubai • Length of stay Urgent tourist visa 110 Stay up to 30 days 3 working days • Hotel required (with alternative choice) Clear, colour passport copies (to be scanned and forwarded by e-mail) are • Single, twin, triple or quadruple occupancy required to process all types of visa, irrespective of nationality. 75 Bookings can be made up to 48 hours prior to your departure for Dubai. Booking 76 well in advance is strongly recommended. Full payment must be made at the Please note that the processing time for UAE visas does not include time of booking. Friday and Saturday as they are the official weekend of the UAE. • Visas for stays up to 96 hours require documents to be received at least three • All personal effects are at your sole risk at all times during the Activity. working days prior to arrival. Point of entry and exit must be Dubai International • The purchase of a voucher or the making of a booking entitling you to participate Airport. in an Activity shall be deemed to constitute your consent and acceptance of • Visa requirements can change, and it is the responsibility of passengers to ensure these Conditions of Contract. that, prior to departure, they hold valid passports and visas both for the UAE and • Advertisers pay for their advertisements to be included in this publication and for their final destination. such inclusion by Arabian Adventures does not constitute or imply any • Tourist visas to be requested for the following categories of passengers: endorsement by Arabian Adventures of the advertiser and/or its products/ - passengers holding discounted airline tickets services. - cruise ship passengers Amendments, cancellations, no-shows and refunds Condition of stay for visas All notices of cancellation and amendments must be made in writing. Bookings Entire stay in Dubai should be booked and confirmed through a Dubai Stopovers hotel. cancelled after payment has been made and documents issued will be subject to a cancellation fee according to the following scale: Arabian Adventures tours and safaris • For cancellations and amendments received outside of 72 hours prior to • Arabian Adventures (PO Box 7631, Dubai, United Arab Emirates) provides scheduled date of arrival in Dubai, no charges will apply. Visa charges are tours, safaris, transportation and other activities (“Activities”) to participants non-refundable once the visa is arranged - regardless of the time frame. (“you” or “your”) either by itself or through its suppliers. • No refund will be made for any part of the booking that has not been utilised • Any tour sales voucher and all other tickets and coupons issued in respect of (e.g. breakfast or other services). the Activities are furnished and issued subject in all respects to these • For cancellation notices relating to all hotels received 72 hours or less prior to Conditions of Contract and to any and all terms and conditions of the owners, scheduled date of arrival in Dubai, including the day of arrival into Dubai or for operators, public carriers and such other persons who provide Activities to you. 'no shows', the total cost of the booking will be charged. Visa charges are Copies of such terms and conditions are available on request. non-refundable once the visa is arranged - regardless of the time frame. • Arabian Adventures reserves the right to cancel or withdraw any Activity prior to • For amendment notices within 72 hours or less prior to scheduled date of arrival departure and to decline to accept any persons as a participant in any Activity in Dubai relating to the same hotel as previously booked, a one night package to be offered in the future. charge applies. If the amendment is for a new hotel altogether, then the total cost • Arabian Adventures reserves the right to alter or omit any part of any Activity of the booking will be charged. for which a booking has been made without notice to you and for any reason • Refunds need to be requested within 30 days of cancellation in order to be whatsoever. In particular, due to the nature of many of the Activities, delays and processed. cancellations may result due to factors beyond Arabian Adventures' control, • Non-adherence to the above time frame will lead to forfeit of the refund amount such as the weather, sickness, strikes, disputes and other events of force and no future requests will be entertained. majeure. In such cases, a refund or partial refund may be given at the discretion • Visa charges are non-refundable once the visa is arranged. of Arabian Adventures and/or the operator of the Activity concerned, but is not guaranteed. Emirates liability to you • The full price of any Activity shall be due and payable when a booking is made • Where Emirates sells you a Dubai Stopovers service provided by a third party in its and Arabian Adventures may cancel any booking if the full price of the Activity capacity as an authorised agent of such third party, it is not responsible for acts or is not paid to Arabian Adventures at least two (2) days prior to commencement omissions of these suppliers, their employees, agents or representatives, nor for of the said Activity. No refund will be payable to you in respect of a booking any deficiency in the service provided and, in particular, Emirates has no liability cancelled less than forty-eight (48) hours prior to commencement of an Activity. for loss, personal injury or death or other damage of whatever nature however • You understand and accept the potential risks and hazards that can be involved incurred unless such loss is caused by Emirates’ negligence. in certain of the Activities, and take responsibility for ensuring that you are • As an international carrier, Emirates is subject to international conventions which mentally and physically capable of participating in the particular Activity. govern and may limit Emirates' liability to you in respect of compensation for You must comply with the instructions of any personnel providing the Activity death or personal injury, loss of, or damage to, your baggage and for delay. The (“Leader”). If in the opinion of that Leader, your behaviour or physical condition limitations of liability are contained in your ticket and form part of the terms and is detrimental to the safety, welfare and well-being of the group as a whole, or if conditions which govern your carriage by air with Emirates. You acknowledge the Leader considers that your general well-being will be put at risk by that the terms which govern your transportation by air, including limits on liability continuing with the Activity, you may be asked not to participate in the Activity imposed by applicable international conventions, shall be deemed to be included without the right to any refund. by reference into this contract. • You acknowledge that Arabian Adventures may not have direct control over • Emirates reserves the right to cancel or change any Dubai Stopovers service the maintenance or safety of all the equipment or machinery used in providing and is unable to accept any responsibility for loss, damage or expense due to the Activities, nor may it have any direct control over the training provided and unusual, unforeseeable events beyond Emirates’ reasonable control, the supervision of the use of any equipment or machinery used in the Activities. consequences of which could not be avoided even if all due care had been • To the maximum extent permitted by law, Arabian Adventures accepts no exercised, including but not limited to delays or changes in schedules, technical responsibility for any damage, loss, accident, sickness, injury or death that you or maintenance problems, hotels overbooking or defaults, sickness, adverse or anyone else may suffer or incur arising out of the Activities and/or in weather conditions, natural or industrial disaster, industrial action involving third connection with these Conditions of Contract. You are advised to have party suppliers, war, terrorist activity, quarantine or other causes. The traveller comprehensive travel and health insurance. In particular, some of the Activities accepts full responsibility for such loss, damage or expense. are potentially dangerous. Arabian Adventures and its suppliers will use all their experience and, where necessary, the experience and assistance of local All information in this brochure is correct at the time of printing. Details and guides and other experts, in order to minimise the risk to you. Nevertheless, if regulations are subject to change. Please note that this programme may not you are participating in Activities that are particularly hazardous, you will be be available for sale in some countries as restrictions may apply. required to sign an indemnity and waiver acknowledgment form before participating in those Activities. To participate in a potentially hazardous Activity, 77 you must read, understand and indicate your agreement by signing the 78 indemnity and waiver acknowledgment form in English before the Activity commences. All information is correct at the time of going to print. However, hotels and services offered are subject to change without prior notice.

Valid between 1st November 2010 and 31st October 2011

Hotels offering the facility of 24-hour check-in/check-out will apply this policy to all bookings and will not offer the option for passengers to book rooms based on standard check-in/check-out times. A night booked at hotels offering the facility of 24-hour check-in/check-out entitles the passenger(s) to stay for a period of 24 hours from their time of arrival at the airport. All check-out times will be in multiples of 24 hours thereof. For example, a guest who arrives at Dubai International Airport at 5am on a certain day must check-out from the hotel by 5am on the day he/she plans to leave, otherwise an extra day will be charged, even if the stay is extended by a few hours.