With Eid Al Fitr just under a week away and the UAE Government confirming at least 4 public holidays in lieu of this; it's the perfect time to start planning a last-minute, long weekend getaway.
With temperatures in the country climbing (going from hot to hotter); it's the perfect opportunity to chase a springtime climate elsewhere and get away from it all. Below, we have sniffed out some amazing deals with things you can do next week and the week after...
The Maldives
With flight time only being 3-4 hours from Dubai; this is the perfect island getaway. UAE Residents should count themselves lucky that what is a paradise/honeymooners destination for many; can be enjoyed within a weekend for us. Many flights go direct to Male (such as Emirates, Fly Dubai and Wizz Air) however a deal which caught our eye is with Fly Dubai - leaving DXB on 20th April at 09:20 and returning on 23rd April at 09:55. Flight times are a comfortable 4hrs and 35 mins, which is all the worthwhile when you will be staying at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa with an oceanview villa and all-inclusive rates. This 5 star resort is located in the South Atol, where the weather is still warm and tropical this time of year, before rainy season typically kicks in in May. The price is also inclusive of return sea-plane transportation. Prices per couple at the moment are AED11,615.00 which is quite the steal for a paradise destination. You can view more information on Fly Dubai's website.
Staycation
Now if staying in the UAE is more of your thing, there are a number of staycay deals:
Nikki Beach Resort and Spa is offering a Deluxe Covet Skyline View Room for AED1210 per person, per night, which includes a buffet breakfast, complimentary access to all facilities and amenities, beach club and spa and discount on pamper treatments.
Fancy a trip to Thailand without the flight? Then why not try Anantara Beach Resort on the Palm. Their Eid Villa Escapes are 30% off (offering an over water villa or pool entry villa) and include complimentary breakfast. You can also use all of the facilities and amenities, and for an even better steal; the spa is featured on Entertainer app; where you can enjoy a couples 90-minute signature massage for AED600.
FIVE in Jumeriah Village currently has an offer where you pay for 3 nights but stay for 4. For AED3337; you can enjoy a 4 night stay in a 2 bedroom sky villa with private pool - this room can hold up to x5 adults, so it's the perfect destination for a getaway with close friends or any family members you have coming to town. This hotel is incredibly central to many local places, day trips and malls, but for this price, you also have the advantage of enjoying a complimentary breakfast buffet.
Jumeriah Al Qasr is on most resident's Dubai bucketlist. Well now you can make that bucketlist a reality, by enjoying 40% off in their 'Exceptional Staycation' offer. For AED3911 you can enjoy a 2 night stay in an Arabian Club Room with x4 adults - this includes daily breakfast, unlimited complimentary access to Wild Wadi Waterpark, Talise Spa (excluding treatments) and the 2km private beach front.
Home to just 32 luxury villas (and each with a private pool), this island-inspired resort in Ras Al Khaimah is offering discounted rates for two-night stays including breakfast and access to sister resort, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach. This is a perfect romantic getaway with your significant other - prices start at AED2500 for a minimum of a 2-night villa stay, which includes complimentary breakfast. You can also benefit from an additional offer which includes daily sundowners and a 60-minute full body massage as well as complimentary Nature Reserve access with a private guide - prices do vary for this date by date however.
Sri Lanka
Cobone has the perfect all-inclusive deal for a family of 4. Enjoy 4 days and 3 nights seeing the sights Sri Lanka has to offer. From visiting the Pinnawela Elephant Orphange, to enjoying the highlights of Nuwara Eliya City and Colombo. This is an all-in offer for AED2599 which includes return flights, accommodation, visas, tours, meals and transfers.
Zanzibar
Enjoy a beach escape in Tropical Tanzania at the gorgeous 5 star Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco thanks to the team at Holiday Factory. You can enjoy a 3 night stay with return flights with Fly Dubai, a half board hotel stay, transfers, tour guides and complimentary travel insurance. Flight times are just over 5 hours. As soon as you're off the plane you will get to enjoy white sands, crystal clear waters in a paradise peninsula with faint undertones of Eastern African influence. It really is the perfect destination for couples, families and solo travellers. Unlike the Maldives; Zanzibar provides a similar environment at a fraction of the price and is much less isolated - meaning you have the benefit of walking straight out of your resort and enjoying a plethorea of day trips and tours to further explore the area.
Salalah
All you need is just short of 2 hours to reach Salalah, a precious gem in the UAE's neighbouring country, Oman. Salalah is the capital city of Oman's Dhofar province. It's known for banana plantation, Arabian sea beach waters teeming with sea life. The Khareef (an annual monsoon) transforms the desert terrain into a lush, green landscape and creates seasonal waterfalls. There are currently many offers to Oman, flying from Sharjah with Air Arabia; with prices starting from AED1200 per person.
Trekkup
If you are desperate to get away, but have no idea where to start with holiday planning; then let the team at Trekkup take care of the hassle and plan the entire stay for you. For those of you who regularly follow our blog and Insta page; Trekkup is no mystery name to you. For those of you who are new; Trekkup is a Dubai-based group travel company who are currently hosting trips to The African Galapogas Islands in Malawi, Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Socotra in Yemen, Journey through Taiwan or take the Inca Trail through Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca, trek Mount Everest Basecamp or even hike through ice caves and glaciers; enjoying Arctic spring in the Svalbard Archipelago - the options really are endless, With prices ranging from AED6200 to AED7850 for 4-8 day long trips, all in!
Whatever you get up to this Eid, whether you want to travel or slow the pace and stay at home; we hope this little blog has inspired you to get out there and enjoy a bargain vacation. We wish you happiness, good health and a very happy and prosperous Eid Mubarak! Take it easy and keep on discovering!
Danie & Adam
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