holiday season & new year packages 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS Middle East 2-45 South Asia 46-87 Western Europe 88-105 North America 106-113 Alshamel Travel is more than just another travel agency. e are a company responsive to your needs for flexible options, Wquality customer service and great prices. Travelers need useful inside information, the security of reliable customer support, and control over the details that make a trip smooth, efficient and truly great. Our exclusive leisure packages cater to a full spectrum of individual travel needs. From budget travel to VIP luxury vacations, and from an ideal honeymoon to a fun family vacation, we have a global network of partners to ensure that wherever you travel in the world, Alshamel Travel will make sure your vacation is a unique experience. With offices across the Middle East – Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, Alshamel Travel is ready to help you plan the trip of your dreams. ABU DHABI 2 FrOM ABU DhABI city’s famous Corniche to the Oasis City of Al Ain and the massive dunes of the western region’s Empty Quarter desert in Al Gharbia – culture, history and adventure are encapsulated in the emirate. Experience the architectural prowess of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, enjoy the peace and tranquility of a stroll through Al Ain’s cooling oasis, or marvel at the history of an emirate dotted with ancient forts and historic sites – several of which have been listed as official UNESCO World heritage Sites. And whether you are making your first trip to Abu Dhabi, or are on a return visit, whether exploring our many natural islands, learning about the ancient sport of falconry, experiencing an adrenaline rush on the world’s fastest roller coaster, or marvelling at the austere beauty of our highest peak, Jebel hafeet, you will discover a destination intrigues, captivates and invites you back. Packages in Abu Dhabi 5 Days and 4 Nights hotel Name 24/12 Rates 31/12 Rates Meal Plan Fairmont Bab Al Bahr KD 223 KD 223 Breakfast Viceroy Hotel KD 216 KD 216 Breakfast Packages Starting From Conditions 5 star hotel starting from KD 216 per person Rates include return economy class air ticket for 4 nights 5 days rates are per person sharing a double room Return airport transfers included hotel service charges and government taxes included rates exclude New Year’s Eve compulsory Gala Dinner No late checkout allowed on 31/12/13 and 01/01/14 3 FAIRMONT BAB AL BAHR YAS VICEROY HOTEL AUH Featuring a private beach area, a gym and an outdoor swimming Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi hotel features a unique design, set half pool, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is 20 km from Ferrari World and Yas on land and half on water. It offers 12 dining options and modern Water world Park. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is 4 km away. rooms with mood lighting and free internet. All accommodations are beautifully designed in a modern style, The Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi hotel’s stylish rooms feature an LCD with large rooms and bathrooms. Many of the rooms have views TV, iPod docking station and floor-to-ceiling windows. of Abu Dhabi Creek and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi hotel’s guests can enjoy on-site evening Fairmont Bab Al Bahr offers a wide range of international entertainment. The spa is designed as a traditional hammam and cuisines served in its dining options. Enjoy chocolate delights includes 2 rooftop swimming pools with sunset views. at the Chocolate Gallery or have a hearty meal at Marco Pierre Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi hotel is connected to mainland Abu White Steakhouse & Grill. Dhabi by a bridge and is only a 10 minutes’ drive from Abu The hotel is within 10 minutes’ drive from Abu Dhabi National Dhabi International Airport and 15 minutes’ drive from Abu Dhabi Exhibition Centre and Abu Dhabi Mall, and 30 minutes’ drive city centre. from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Marina Mall is 25 km away, An 18-hole golf course and Yas Mall are within walking distance and a free shuttle service is available. from the hotel. Hotel Rooms: 369, Hotel Chain: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Hotel Rooms: 499 4 5 BAHRAIN 6 ThE KINGDOM COMBINES modern Arab culture and the archaeological legacy of five thousand years of civilization. The island is home to forts including Qalat al-Bahrain which has been listed by UNESCO as a World heritage Site. The Bahrain National Museum has artifacts from the country’s history dating back to the island’s first human inhabitants some 9000 years ago and the Beit Al Quran is a museum that holds Islamic artifacts of the Qur’an. Some of the popular historical tourist attractions in the kingdom are the Al Khamis Mosque, which is the one of the oldest mosques in the region, the Arad fort in Muharraq, Barbar temple, which is an ancient temple from the Dilmunite period of Bahrain, as well as the A’ali Burial Mounds and the Saar temple. The Tree of Life, a 400 year-old tree that grows in the Sakhir desert with no nearby water, is also a popular tourist attraction. Bird watching (primarily in the hawar Islands), scuba diving and horse riding are popular tourist activities in Bahrain. Many tourists from nearby Saudi Arabia and across the region visit Manama primarily for the shopping malls in the capital Manama, such as the Bahrain City Centre and Seef Mall in the Seef district of Manama. The Manama and Gold Souq in the old district of Manama are also popular with tourists. Packages in Bahrain 5 Days and 4 Nights hotel Name 24/12 Rates 31/12 Rates Meal Plan Sofitel Hotel Bahrain KD 255 KD 240 Breakfast Ritz Carlton Bahrain DLX KD 308 KD 293 Breakfast Gulf Hotel Bahrian KD 224 KD 209 Room Only Novotel Al Dana Bahrain KD 200 KD 185 Room Only Kempinski Grand & Ixir KD 239 KD 224 Room Only Package Starting From Conditions 4 star hotel starting from KD 185 per person for 4 Rates include return economy class air ticket nights 5 days. rates are per person sharing a double room 5 star hotel starting from KD 209 per person for 4 nights 5 days Return airport transfers included hotel service charges and government taxes included rates exclude New Year’s Eve compulsory Gala Dinner No late checkout allowed on 31/12/13 and 01/01/14 a 7 SOFITEL BAHRAIN Ritz-CARLTON BAHRAIN Stroll down a seaside promenade to Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Experience The ritz-Carlton, Bahrain hotel and Spa located on Thalassa Sea & Spa, a neo-oriental oasis whose modern wavy Manama Bay just minutes from the airport and Manama City shape offers breathtaking sea views and a unique sea spa Center. This exceptional Bahrain luxury resort features world- experience. class cuisine, a nurturing spa, a 37-slip marina and an array of water sports – all just steps from your door. With superb Amid palms and pristine beaches a world of delights, an amenities and impeccable service, this luxury hotel and resort indulging spa, fresh flavors and live shows in restaurants and in Bahrain beckons you to discover all this beautiful Arab nation bars, a private beach and island, tennis, water sports, a Kids has to offer. Villa, sparkling ballroom, golf and infinite possibilities. Please join us for a Magnifique voyage to Bahrains pristine west coast trading everyday life for French art de vivre with an oriental twist modern thalassotherapy and sunset walks on the beach. GULF HOTEL This legendary 5-Star hotel of Bahrain, established in the heart of the island since 1969, offers quality Bahraini hospitality and unrivaled luxury facilities. Conveniently located in the vibrant and central Adliya district, overlooking the Grand Mosque and the royal Palace, the Gulf hotel is only 15 minutes away from any main attraction: Airport, Financial district, Malls and Diplomatic area. Business travelers as well as Leisure travelers will be delighted by our high-standard sense of service and the hotel facilities. 8 KEMPINSKI GRAND & IXIR NOVOTEL AL DANA BAHRAIN This 5-star hotel in Manama is directly attached to City Centre, Beachside luxury 4-star hotel renovated in 2012, combining the largest mall in Bahrain. It features a modern gym and an Leisure and Business facilities. Outdoor temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. swimming pool, private beach, fitness center and Spa set in a landscaped tropical garden. All traditionally elegant and spacious The rooms at the Kempinski Grand and Ixir hotel enjoy modern, rooms have multilingual TV channels, mini-fridge, free WIFI and chic interiors and are decorated in warm colors. They include a internet, seafood and Mediterranean restaurants, panoramic flat-screen TV and a spacious seating area with armchairs. The and pool bars. Novotel Al Dana is a 5 min drive from the airport, private bathrooms are equipped with fragrant soaps and lotions. financial areas and city center malls. Gourmet cuisine is served at Saveur restaurant, while T-spoon offers confectionery delights with hot drinks. Nasmat Pool bar provides an outdoor setting for cocktails until late in the evening. The hotel provides direct access to Bahrain City Centre Mall, Wahooo! Indoor Water Park, Magic Planet Arcade, and a 20-cinema complex. It is a 15-minute drive from Bahrain International Airport. hotel rooms: 460, hotel Chain: Kempinski. 9 DUBAI 10 DUBAI IS ONE OF ThE FEW CITIES in the world that has undergone such a rapid transformation – from a humble beginning as a pearl-diving centre – to one of the fastest growing cities on earth.