Dubai, UAE: 20 July 2020 – Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates, has launched new measures to offer customers more choice, flexibility and peace of mind while booking their next adventure. The tour operator has relaxed its booking policy to offer customers a chance to book a holiday package in advance with only a deposit of AED 199, as well as introduced video appointments, enabling customers to plan ahead and enjoy a stress-free and personalised booking process from the comfort of their own home.

Lock down a dream getaway at AED 199

Emirates Holidays has relaxed its booking policy to offer customers a chance to guarantee the cost of their holiday, including flights, hotels and transfers, with a deposit of only AED 199. Instead of purchasing the package at full price in advance, customers can now pay the nominal deposit and spread the cost at a convenient rate. This new policy will also provide customers with peace of mind should they decide to change their travel plans due to the COVID-19 situation.

Visit emiratesholidays.com to browse through a collection of holiday packages, and lock down a dream getaway with added booking flexibility, guaranteed savings, complimentary upgrades, all-inclusive offers and many more benefits.

Book a video appointment and speak to a travel expert at Emirates Holidays

In addition to booking on emiratesholidays.com, customers can find out more information on travel packages by visiting any of the Emirates Holidays retail stores across the UAE, or opt to book a private video appointment from the comfort of their own home. Emirates Holidays’ world–class travel consultants and experts will help you plan an unforgettable holiday, with memories to last a lifetime.

Bob Kabli, Senior VP Online Sales Development and Emirates Holidays, said: “Emirates Holidays has always been committed to providing customers with the finest travel experiences. Our aim is to ensure customers feel supported and confident when making travel plans with us, while offering great value for money experiences. We have relaxed our booking policies, introduced video appointments and will continue to roll out measures that provide customers with utmost flexibility, convenience and peace of mind.”

Emirates has implemented a comprehensive set of measures at every step of the customer journey to ensure the safety of its customers and employees on the ground and in the air. For more information on these measures and the services available on each flight, visit: www.emirates.com/yoursafety. For more information on health and safety measures implemented by hotel partners, click here.

Dubai residents can check the latest travel requirements at: www.emirates.com/returntoDubai

Emirates Holidays has over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, offering customers the finest travel experiences. Customers can consult with travel experts specialising in Indian Ocean, European, Asian, American and African getaways. For more information on Emirates Holidays, visit emiratesholidays.com.

Customers traveling from KSA can avail specially priced packages and pay at their convenience to 12 destinations across the globe including Male, Mauritius New York, London, Madrid, Prague, amongst many others, with deposits starting at SAR 699 and to Dubai with deposits starting at SAR 199.  Customers will have to settle the payment of the full package 35 days prior to the date of travel.

Emirates Holidays, which has been in operation for over 20 years and operates in 38 markets globally, exclusively supports the award-winning Emirates Airline and offers fully-inclusive premium leisure packages from Dubai to exciting destinations on the Emirates network and beyond.

Emirates Holidays provides exceptional holidays, tapping into some of the best hotels and travel partners in the world to deliver unique experiences that suit every budget. 

Further information on this offer can be found by visiting www.emiratesholidays.com or speaking to any of the destination specialists at Emirates Sales office. Terms & conditions apply.

Customers traveling from Bahrain can avail specially priced packages and pay at their convenience to 14 destinations across the globe including Bangkok, New York, London, Madrid, Prague, amongst many others, with deposits starting at BHD 69 and to Dubai with deposits starting at BHD 19.  Customers will have to settle the payment of the full package 35 days prior to the date of travel.

Emirates Holidays, which has been in operation for over 20 years and operates in 38 markets globally, exclusively supports the award-winning Emirates Airline and offers fully-inclusive premium leisure packages from Dubai to exciting destinations on the Emirates network and beyond.

Emirates Holidays provides exceptional holidays, tapping into some of the best hotels and travel partners in the world to deliver unique experiences that suit every budget. 

Further information on this offer can be found by visiting www.emiratesholidays.com or speaking to any of the destination specialists at Emirates Sales office. Terms & conditions apply.

Customers traveling from Oman can avail specially priced packages and pay at their convenience to 14 destinations across the globe including Bangkok, New York, London, Madrid, Prague, amongst many others, with deposits starting at OMR 69 and to Dubai with deposits starting at OMR 19.  Customers will have to settle the payment of the full package 35 days prior to the date of travel.

Emirates Holidays, which has been in operation for over 20 years and operates in 38 markets globally, exclusively supports the award-winning Emirates Airline and offers fully-inclusive premium leisure packages from Dubai to exciting destinations on the Emirates network and beyond.

Emirates Holidays provides exceptional holidays, tapping into some of the best hotels and travel partners in the world to deliver unique experiences that suit every budget. 

Further information on this offer can be found by visiting www.emiratesholidays.com or speaking to any of the destination specialists at Emirates Sales Office. Terms & conditions apply.

Customers traveling from Kuwait can avail specially priced packages and pay at their convenience to 14 destinations across the globe including Bangkok, New York, London, Madrid, Prague, amongst many others, with deposits starting at KWD 59 and to Dubai with deposits starting at KWD 19.  Customers will have to settle the payment of the full package 35 days prior to the date of travel.

Emirates Holidays, which has been in operation for over 20 years and operates in 38 markets globally, exclusively supports the award-winning Emirates Airline and offers fully-inclusive premium leisure packages from Dubai to exciting destinations on the Emirates network and beyond.

Emirates Holidays provides exceptional holidays, tapping into some of the best hotels and travel partners in the world to deliver unique experiences that suit every budget. 

Further information on this offer can be found by visiting www.emiratesholidays.com or speaking to any of the destination specialists at Emirates Sales Office. Terms & conditions apply.

Customers traveling from the UAE can avail specially priced packages and pay at their convenience to 20 destinations across the globe including Athens, Brisbane, Bangkok, Mauritius, New York, amongst many others, with deposits starting at AED 699.  Customers will have to settle the payment of the full package 35 days prior to the date of travel.

Emirates Holidays, which has been in operation for over 20 years and operates in 38 markets globally, exclusively supports the award-winning Emirates Airline and offers fully-inclusive premium leisure packages from Dubai to exciting destinations on the Emirates network and beyond.

Emirates Holidays provides exceptional holidays, tapping into some of the best hotels and travel partners in the world to deliver unique experiences that suit every budget. 

Further information on this offer can be found by visiting www.emiratesholidays.com or speaking to any of the destination specialists at Emirates Sales office. Terms & conditions apply.

The new branch in Scandinavia will cater to Danish and Swedish travellers, offering them unique and premium travel experiences. The operations will be based in Copenhagen and supported by a team of local travel  experts.

“We are pleased to be expanding the Emirates Holidays footprint to Denmark and Sweden. Both markets are very valuable to us and we look forward to giving travellers more options for a bespoke premium travel experience to Dubai,” said Kenneth Andersen, General Manager for Emirates Holidays Scandinavia.

Emirates Holidays, which has been in operation for over 20 years and operates in 38 source markets globally, exclusively supports the award-winning Emirates Airline and offers fully inclusive premium leisure packages to Dubai and beyond. The core Emirates Holidays proposition is based around providing exceptional value premium holidays, through close relationships with key supplier partners, as well as delivering a clearly differentiated quality of service and expertise. Emirates Holidays Scandinavia are already established members of the Danish Travel Guarantee Fund and will apply to be part of the Swedish Travel Association and Danish Travel Association.

The expansion of its network into Scandinavia will help to support further growth for its flagship destination, Dubai, which expects to receive over 20 million international visitors by 2020 when it hosting Expo 2020. 

Through the partnership Emirates Holidays offers a broad range of excellent value packages to football fans traveling to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai and Sharjah to support their teams.  Each package includes match ticket(s), accommodation and return flights with Emirates Airline.

Robin Parry, Vice President for Emirates Holidays, said: “We are thrilled to become the official tour operator of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.  Starting from today, supporters can seamlessly book match ticket, flight and accommodation with Emirates Holidays and enjoy the excellent travel experience our award-winning airline and reputable hotel partners offer. We see exciting opportunities for the company in sport tourism and continue to seek ways to accommodate the growing demand. We look forward to welcoming our football fan customers in the UAE.”

Dato’ Windsor John, General Secretary of the Asian Football Confederation, said: “Asian football continues to make giant strides on the world stage and the remarkable growth and stature of the AFC Asian Cup exemplifies the undeniable progress of football in the Continent. Emirates have been a long-standing partner of the AFC and we would like to thank them for their firm belief in the development and ever-improving proposition of Asian football.

Through this partnership with Emirates Holidays, we are confident that we will engage with more families, more passionate fans of all ages, from across all the five AFC regions and beyond. Together with the LOC and Emirates Holidays, the AFC is committed to staging an AFC Asian Cup of world class standards – a true celebration of Bringing Asia Together.”

"We are offering all visitors an unsurpassed experience of live football for this unprecedented competition,” said His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, Tournament Director of the Local Organising Committee for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019. “In hosting the largest ever AFC Asian Cup —24 countries competing for the top prize in Asia—the UAE is prepared to welcome and win over first-time visitors as well as football enthusiasts for this once-in-a-lifetime event."

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About Emirates Holidays
Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates Airline, extends the Emirates quality experience from air to the ground with its wide array of holiday options based around the airline's network. With over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, Emirates Holidays’ create the finest travel experiences for our discerning customers with its travel consultants specialising in Indian Ocean, Europe, Asia, America and African getaways.
https://www.emiratesholidays.com/

About the AFC Asian Cup
The AFC Asian Cup is the pinnacle international team tournament held by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) every four years to determine the champion of Asia. The competition is the second-oldest continental football championship (after the Copa America) and was first held in 1956. The AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019^TM expands the number of participating nations from 16 to 24, making it the biggest tournament ever.

The 2019 tournament will be the second time the UAE has hosted the event, after successfully staging the finals in 1996. The Asian Cup UAE 2019 runs from 5 January to 1 February 2019, with 51 matches being played in eight world class stadiums located across four host cities - Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah.

Match schedules and tickets for purchase are available on www.the-AFC.com. For group ticket packages contact groups@asiancup19.ae.

• Maldives – 4-night all-inclusive holiday in the Maldives at 4* Kuredu Island Resort with complimentary round trip sea plane transfers from AED 4,899 per person
• Istanbul – 3 nights for the price of 2 nights at 4* Hilton Garden Inn Istanbul Golden Horn with flights, breakfast and return airport transfers from AED 2,409 per person
• Prague – 3 nights at 5* Corinthia Hotel Prague with flights, breakfast and return airport transfers from AED 4,385 per person
• Zurich – 4 nights at 5* Atlantis By Giardino with flights, breakfast and return airport transfers from AED 4,935 per person

Travelers with Emirates Skywards membership earn 20% bonus Miles on their Emirates Holidays package of 3 nights or more.  View The Big Holiday Sale offers here or call Emirates Holidays on 8004969 for further details and to book.

All offers are subject to availability and special conditions apply.

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Note to Editors:

About Emirates Holidays
Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates Airline, extends the Emirates quality experience from air to the ground with its wide array of holiday options based around the airline's network. With over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, Emirates Holidays’ create the finest travel experiences for our discerning customers with its travel consultants specialising in Indian Ocean, Europe, Asia, America and African getaways.
https://www.emiratesholidays.com/

Known for its range of well-curated and bespoke travel packages, Emirates Holidays is teaming up with world-class spas, wellness centres and health facilities in Dubai, to create a unique destination travel experience for the health-conscious traveller.

Each wellness and health package includes return flights on Emirates; a three to four day stay at a hotel property renowned for its health and wellness facilities; a selection of spa and wellness treatments, including a health and wellness programme tailored to the client’s specific needs and daily meals.

As a start, Emirates Holidays is partnering two premier establishments to provide their wellness programmes   - DNA Health at Madinat Jumerirah and Rayya Wellness Retreat at the Retreat Palm Dubai, M Gallery by Sofitel.

The health and wellness packages, which were launched yesterday, are being done in association with Dubai Health Experience (DXH), a brand conceived by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) to strengthen the medical facilities in Dubai and strengthen the position of Dubai on the world map of medical tourism.

Dr Layla Al Marzouqi, Director of Health Tourism Council at the DHA said, “Dubai is a favourable location for travellers, particularly from the neighbouring GCC countries. Dubai offers world-class hospitality and healthcare services and our objective is to provide health tourists with a unique experience, the highest medical service standards using state-of-the-art technology accompanied by highly specialized and educated staff. The wellness sector in the Emirate offers excellence in service for travellers seeking wellness services along with several tourism options. We also plan to co-develop preventive health check-up holiday packages of various kinds for individuals, families and children in the future in collaboration with leading hospital and clinics in Dubai.

According to the Global Wellness Institute, global wellness tourism revenues grew from US$494.1 billion in 2013 to US$563.2 billion in 2015 – or 14%. This growth rate is more than twice as fast as overall tourism expenditures (6.9%).

“We are excited to launch Health and Wellness Holidays to Dubai in partnership with the Dubai Health Authority. We see the health and wellness segment as a significant growth opportunity for Emirates Holidays and Dubai as a destination,” said Robin Parry, Vice President - Emirates Holidays.

“With the packages we’ve designed, our customers will enjoy travel on award winning Emirates, see the best of Dubai’s sights and improve their health and wellbeing".

Emirates Holidays will focus on Kuwait and KSA as the initial markets for its wellness holidays with the intention to expand this to other markets over time.

Note to Editors:

Emirates Holidays
Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates Airline, extends the Emirates quality experience from air to the ground with its wide array of holiday options based around the airline's network. With over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, Emirates Holidays creates the finest travel experiences for our discerning customers with its travel consultants specialising in Indian Ocean, Europe, Asia, America and African getaways.
https://www.emiratesholidays.com/

DNA Health, Madinat Jumeirah – Dubai
DNA Health is the UAE’s first luxury medical clinic with a world-renowned medical team focused on bespoke treatments in the fields of Preventative Care, Functional Medicine and Bio-Aesthetics. Located on the tranquil grounds of the 5-star Jumeirah Al Qasr hotel, next to the award winning Talise Spa, DNA Health’s team of internationally renowned US and European trained and certified clinical professional team are committed to provide unparalleled care and bespoke treatments.
https://www.jumeirah.com/en/hotels-resorts/dubai/madinat-jumeirah/spa/dna-health-and-wellness-center

Rayya Wellness Retreats at The Retreat Palm Dubai, M Gallery by Sofitel
The Retreat is the first wellness resort in the UAE and the entire Middle East region offering an immersive experience providing wellness solutions designed to help achieve personal transformation of mind, body and soul. Located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah, The Retreat offers a range of holistic tailor-made health and wellbeing programmes and packages, the centre houses a luxury spa, a state-of-the-art fitness centre and gym, a wellness clinic and a variety of recreation facilities.
http://www.theretreatpalmdubai.com/

Dubai Health Authority
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) was created, in June 2007, by Law 13 issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai, with an expanded vision to include strategic oversight for the complete health sector in Dubai and enhance private sector engagement. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance is the President of the Dubai Health Authority and His Excellency Humaid Al Qutami is the Chairman of the Board and Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority.

The DHA’s aim in Dubai is to provide an accessible, effective and integrated healthcare system, protect public health and improve the quality of life within the Emirate. This is a direct translation of the objectives of the Dubai Strategic Plan 2015 launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Keeping the strategic plan in mind, the DHA’s mission is to ensure access to health services, maintain and improve the quality of these services, improve the health status of nationals, residents and visitors and oversee a dynamic, efficient and innovative health sector.

In addition to overseeing the health sector for the Emirate of Dubai, the DHA also focuses on providing services through DHA healthcare facilities including hospitals (Latifa, Dubai, Rashid and Hatta), specialty centres (e.g. the Dubai Diabetes Center) and DHA primary health centres spread throughout the Emirate of Dubai.

The main pillars of service delivery at DHA health facilities are quality, efficiency, patients and staff.  It is our aim to maintain and improve the quality and efficiency of DHA health services. An important aspect of the service delivery strategy is to focus on patients, their needs and satisfaction as well as attract, retain, nurture and support outstanding staff.

Prior to the establishment of the DHA, the Department of Health and Medical Services (DOHMS), which was established in 1973, was the functioning authority that almost exclusively focused on health service delivery.
https://www.dha.gov.ae/en/pages/dhahome.aspx

ASIA

Sri Lanka

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 3 nights in a Deluxe Room with breakfast at The Blue Water, Wadduwa (5*)
• Validity: Travel before 30 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 2,240 per person

Hanoi, Vietnam

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 4 nights in a Premium Room (Opera Wing) with breakfast at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi (5*)
• Validity: Travel before 30 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 4,860 per person

Singapore

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 3 nights in a Deluxe Room with breakfast at the Concorde Hotel (4*)
• Validity: Travel before 30 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 4,790 per person

EUROPE

Munich, Germany

• Dubai – Munich – Dubai on Emirates economy class
• 3 nights in a Superior Room at the Pullman Munich (4*)
• Validity: Travel before 30 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 5,455 per person

Madrid, Spain

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 4 nights in a Deluxe Room(Standard) with breakfast at the
  Intercontinental Madrid (5*)
• Validity: Travel before 30 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 5,610 per person

Paris, France

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 4 nights in a Superior room with breakfast at the California Champs Elysees (4*)
• Validity: Travel between 5 to 12 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 6,770 per person

ISLAND GETAWAYS

Bali, Indonesia

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 5 nights in a Deluxe Villa with breakfast at the Kayan Seminyak (4*)
• Validity: Travel before 30 September 2016
• Prices start at AED 6,425 per person

Maldives

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 4 nights in a Deluxe Room with breakfast at the Sheraton Maldives Fullmoon Resort & Spa (5*)
• Validity: Travel before 23 October 16
• Prices start at AED 8,885 per person

Mauritius

• Economy class return airfare on Emirates
• 4 nights in a Pool Junior Suite with breakfast at the Lux Belle Mare (5*)
• Validity: Travel before 31 October 16
• Prices start at AED 8,360 per person

Bookings and more holiday packages are available on www.emiratesholidays.ae

* Prices indicated are for one person on a twin sharing basis. Room tax, service charges, airport departure tax and fuel surcharge are included. Terms and conditions apply.

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Family getaways

Families looking for a relaxing holiday can look to a wide array of options from beach locales from the Mauritius to  Cebu, Philippines, to family-favourite Gold Coast in Australia, or a cultural break to Italy. Emirates Holidays presents a range of travel options to suit any budget so you can experience the many wonders of the world for less.

Mauritius – Exclusive Emirates Holidays offer. Enjoy seven nights when you pay for five nights, with two children to stay and eat for free at the five-star Lux Belle Mare hotel for AED 7,610 per person . This includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Mauritius, seven nights in a Junior Suite with breakfast, return private car airport transfers and all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.

Gold Coast – Spend five nights when you pay for four, at Hotel Grand Chancellor Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast for AED 7,465 per person. This includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Brisbane, five nights in a Standard room, all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.

Cebu – Travel to Cebu, the latest destination on Emirates’ network for three nights at the five-star Crimson Beach Resort with a complementary upgrade to the next room category, for AED 3,850  per person. This includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Cebu , Deluxe Room with breakfast, return airport transfers, one complimentary mini bar, complimentary Wi Fi,  all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.

Italy – Take your family to the Renaissance capital with a four night stay when you pay for three at the Adler Cavalieri, Florence, from AED 3,699  per person. This offer includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Bologna, four nights in a Standard Room with breakfast, all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.      

Couples’ holidays

For couples looking for a short break out of the city during the Eid holiday, Emirates Holidays presents a range of options that can appeal to all holidaymakers, from culture enthusiasts to the adventure seekers. Whether you want to channel your inner explorer and wander around Madrid or the bustling streets of Addis Ababa, or get your culture fix in Budapest or in technology-forward Seoul, customers have a world of choice.

Madrid – Spend four nights, when you pay for three nights at the five-star InterContinental Madrid including return Economy Class flights on Emirates, a Deluxe Room with breakfast, and return private transfers, all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles for AED 3,750 per person.

Addis Ababa – Explore the mysteries of Ethiopia from AED 8,575 per person in a five days Historic Ethiopia tour; Journey through extraordinary landscape in Simien National Park and take a boat trip on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile. This includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Addis Ababa, domestic flights, two nights in Bahir Dar, one night in Gondar and one night in Simien Mountain National Park on full-board basis, airport transfers, all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.

Budapest – Take in the historic sights of the Hungarian capital, for four nights at the five-star Budapest Marriott when you only pay for three, at AED 3,840 per person. This offer includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Budapest, Deluxe room with with breakfast, all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.

Seoul – Enjoy three nights at the five-star Lotte Hotel Seoul at AED 5,230 per person. This includes return Economy Class flights on Emirates to Seoul, three nights in a Superior room with breakfast, all taxes and surcharges and 20% bonus Skywards Miles.

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“The appointment of Robin Parry to Vice President comes at a time of exciting developments for Emirates Holidays. Robin’s extensive experience in commercial, sales, marketing and management roles will ensure our business continues to grow, while at the same time delivers on our commitment to provide customers with the enriching life experiences they’ve come to expect,” said Ailsa Pollard, Senior Vice President, dnata Travel (Consumer) for the Middle East and India.  

An industry veteran, Mr. Parry has 25 years of experience in travel and tourism. Before joining Emirates Holidays, he spent five years in management positions at Gold Medal Travel Group as Interim Managing Director and Marketing, Product and Commercial Director. During his time at the company, Mr. Parry oversaw the firm’s transition of ownership from Thomas Cook to dnata, and also led the company to experience consistent year-over-year profit growth. 

Emirates Holidays is the largest wholesale tour operator in the Gulf region. The company offers the most comprehensive programme of holiday options based around the airline’s network.  From tailor-made holiday packages and exclusive tour offers to hand-picked hotels and personalised itineraries, Emirates Holidays extends the same exceptional Emirates experience from the air to the ground,  creating unforgettable holiday memories for discerning leisure travellers. 

Sri Lanka

From AED 2,750 per person – visit Sri Lanka with its diverse attractions.  From beautiful beaches to tea plantations, to visits to an elephant orphanage, or a river safari through mangrove plantations – Sri Lanka presents a memorable holiday destination.

Emirates Holidays offers a four night break to Sri Lanka staying at the 5* Heritance Ahungalla from just AED 2,750 per person. The break includes return airport transfers, a boat trip on the Madhu River and accommodation, with breakfast, for two adults. To book visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252.

Vietnam

Vietnam is an ideal family destination, with welcoming and friendly people. Ho Chi Minh, the heart and soul of Vietnam, is a shopper’s paradise with its colourful markets teeming with silk and handicraft shops. To explore the best of Ho Chi Minh, take an insightful private city tour or book a speedboat ride to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels – an elaborate underground community made up of 250 kilometres of tunnels and chambers below the town built in the 1940s and expanded in the 1960s during the Vietnam War.

Emirates Holidays offers a four night break to Vietnam staying at the 3* Elegant Hotel, Ho Chi Min City from just AED 3,745 per person. The break includes return airport transfers, a half-day private city tour and accommodation, with breakfast, for two adults. To book visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252.

Austria

Austria is a country rich in culture, tradition and beautiful scenery. Vienna, the capital and largest city – offers stunning architecture and excellent food and drink for which the city is famous. Explore the city’s old town in a horse drawn carriage and enjoy a cup of coffee with a piece of original Sacher-Torte or an apple strudel.

Emirates Holidays offers a four night break to Vienna staying at the 4* Holiday Inn Vienna City from just AED 4,140 per person. The break includes a Vienna Ring Tram tour and accommodation, with breakfast, for two adults. To book visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252.

Italy

Rome is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and deservingly so. Here you will find masterpieces of Roman architecture such as the world-famous Colosseum and The Pantheon; or you can make a wish by throwing a coin in the Trevi Fountain. Rome today is a modern and cosmopolitan city that the entire family can truly enjoy.

Emirates Holidays offers a four night break to Italy staying at the 4* Hotel Diana, Rome from just AED 5,890 per person. The break includes a walking city tour and accommodation, with breakfast, for two adults. To book visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252.

Mauritius

Known as the land of sugar and smiles; the Island of Mauritius is a spectacular natural wonder boasting crystal clear lagoons, endless coral reefs, sandy white beaches and stretches of sugar cane plantations. Explore the lively waterfront of Port Louis for handmade souvenirs, take in the breathtaking views from Black River Gorges National Park or get your heart pumping with a host of water sports.

Emirates Holidays offers a five night break to Mauritius staying at the 4* LUX* Grand Gaube from just AED 6,899 per person. The break includes return airport transfers, a half-day Port Louis city tour and accommodation, with breakfast, for two adults. To book visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252.

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Why Emirates Holidays?

At Emirates Holidays, a global team of travel consultants come together to share a wealth of knowledge and personal experiences with you. They are on hand to help with everything from the best hotel recommendations to suit your needs, tips on local attractions and even visa requirements.

For ideas and advice on your next holiday visit Emirates Holidays Travel Store on Sheikh Zayed Road, visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252.

Emirates Holidays is now giving one lucky person, and guest, the chance to live that dream and WIN a three-night stay at the Kempinski Seychelles Resort with accommodation for two adults on a half-board basis and return economy class flights from Dubai on award-winning Emirates.

Enter before 20 September 2014 by visiting www.emiratesholidays.ae/septembercompetition2014 and answer one simple question, for the chance to win this spectacular prize worth over AED 15,000.

There are still some amazing Eid Al Adha breaks available through Emirates Holidays to Europe, Asia and the Indian Ocean from just AED 2,735 per person. These offers including a four-night holiday to Rome, staying at the 5* Hotel Diana from just AED 5,890 per person. Visit www.emiratesholidays.ae or call 800 5252 for more information or to book.

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About Emirates Holidays:

Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates Airline, has over 20 years’ experience in the travel industry and the most comprehensive programme of holiday options based around the airline’s network. Extending the Emirates quality experience from the air to the ground, with a wide selection of hotels, tour and transfer options, Emirates Holidays meets the needs of today's discerning leisure travellers.

About the Hotel:

Located in Baie Lazare on Mahe Island the luxurious Kempinski Seychelles Resort offers a tropical paradise surrounded by untouched natural beauty.

Whether for relaxation or to explore hidden bays or island hopping, Kempinski offers a world of choice within easy reach. The resort is an indulgent retreat that captures the spirit of the Seychelles. Discover a world of exceptional experiences, from tranquil beachside luxury to soothing nature-based leisure activities.