Day: September 13, 2023

Being poolside this month is one of the finest ways to beat the heat while summertime temperatures are still there.

With a plethora of daycation offers available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah throughout the month of August, numerous hotels throughout the emirates are inviting tourists to do just that.

Here are some of the best daycation offers you can find this summer, including an all-inclusive family getaway in Abu Dhabi and a day spent relaxing in a cabana at the tallest outdoor infinity pool in the world.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi

Why not spend a hot day reclining poolside at a palace for a truly UAE experience? Two large swimming pools can be seen at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, one on each side of the building. A lot of sun loungers, Jacuzzi jets, and poolside bar service are included with each. Hop on a ring and let the current spin you round the pool, passing past waterfalls and jets, on the lazy river for a relaxing experience. Two water slides and the AquaFun Park, an inflatable obstacle courses in the Arabian Gulf just past the hotel’s magnificent private beach, are available for kids.

Rixos Bab Al Bahr, Ras Al Khaimah

Utilize the “Daycation Playcation” package at the Rixos Bab Al Bahr to make the most of your day.
This all-inclusive resort, which is located on Ras Al Khaimah’s Marjan Island, features a private beach, four outdoor swimming pools, a children’s pool, and an aqua park, so there is fun for the whole family.

Along with lunch at Seven Heights restaurant and unlimited drinks, visitors also have access to the Rixy Kids’ Club and Teens’ Club. If they stay till 11 p.m., they can take advantage of the buffet supper, nighttime entertainment, and limitless drinks.

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai

Experience a summertime “spa-cation” at Dubai’s opulent Nikki Beach Resort & Spa. Visitors are invited to treat themselves with a 60-minute body massage at Nikki Spa by the chic beach club. The treatment will be completed by devoted therapists using Clarins oils, and guests may also enjoy the ice fountain, vitality pool, and relaxation couches. After that, you can have a balanced two-course lunch at Cafe Nikki and use the hotel’s pool and beach.

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

Take advantage of an all-inclusive day trip on one of Abu Dhabi’s most beautiful beaches. Summer specials at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island include use of the hotel’s private beach and energizing wave pool in addition to temperature-controlled swimming areas. Start the day at Turquoise for breakfast, then take in some sunshine before going to People’s Restaurant for lunch with views of the sea. Fitness enthusiasts can use the cutting-edge gym, while kids can visit the Rixy Kids’ Club for supervised play. Drinks that are included in the price are also included.

Crowne Plaza Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

The 25-meter, temperature-controlled swimming pool at the Crowne Plaza Yas Island is accessible with the hotel’s Pool & Beach Day tickets, making it an affordable option that’s fantastic for families. The island’s newest beachfront, Cyan Beach, is also accessible to visitors. Passes come with a Dh200 credit to use at the hotel’s Sundowner Pool Bar for food and drinks, and even better, kids under the age of five are admitted free of charge.

Address Beach Resort Dubai

The infinity pool at Address Beach Resort, which is located on the 77th floor and is 294 meters above ground, is the tallest outdoor infinity pool in the world. Relax in a secluded cabana with a view of the sparkling pool and the skyline of the city beyond. Even in the height of heat, the cabanas with air conditioning are the perfect spot to relax poolside. Each one sleeps up to four individuals, and amenities like a private toilet, TV, Bluetooth speakers, and a cozy lounge area are included in the packages.

Anantara Downtown Dubai

Who says having a pool day requires being near the coast? Visitors can spend the day relaxing by the water in the temperature-controlled swimming pool at the Anantara Downtown Dubai, which offers spectacular views of the skyscrapers of the city. Additionally, passes include a credit for meals and beverages at the Nine7One restaurant or a spa credit. Additionally, customers who use a day pass receive 15% off all spa services.

Fairmont The Palm, Dubai

Fairmont The Palm Dubai is available to those who want to make the most of the resort’s palm-surrounded swimming pools for the day on well-known West Palm Beach. The hotel offers guests access to a private 800-meter white sand beach with views of the Arabian Gulf, as well as adult-only and family-focused pools. Even better, guests will receive a full refund for the price of their pool pass to use at the resort’s beach and poolside restaurants and bars.

The airline from Abu Dhabi wants to increase its appeal to tourists from India.
Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif has been appointed as Etihad Airways’ newest brand ambassador.

According to a Tuesday announcement by Etihad, the move comes as the Abu Dhabi carrier increases its footprint in the Indian market.

One of the highest-paid actresses in India, Kaif says, “I am happy to be returning with Etihad Airways, a company synonymous with world-class travel experiences.

“I am thrilled to be a member of a team that seeks to develop thoughtful bonds and enduring experiences. I’m excited to represent Etihad and share in their journey.

The actress will appear in Etihad’s advertising videos as a result of the new agreement.

The first advertisement for the campaign, released on Tuesday, has Kaif traveling on the airline’s newest A350 aircraft while showcasing the cabin’s opulent features, including dining ware by Armani/Casa.
Etihad affirms this in the 46-second Bollywood-styled clip that Kaif released with her 76 million Instagram followers. “Etihad believes in going the extra mile,” she says.

The actress has previously collaborated with the Abu Dhabi airline; in 2010 she was a part of a number of their advertising campaigns.

With the help of the collaboration, Etihad intends to increase its appeal to travelers from India.

Amina Taher, vice president of brand, marketing, and sponsorship at Etihad, said: “With [Kaif’s] amazing journey and recognition worldwide, we’re not only demonstrating Etihad’s offerings, but also fostering genuine relationships that genuinely resonate with Indian travelers and celebrating our commitment to India.

Currently, Etihad offers flights to eight Indian cities.

As the government broadens the scope of short-stay permits, tourists will soon be able to have a taste of rural life. Now, property owners can convert their properties into vacation homes.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi changed its license rules on Wednesday to provide farm owners with more opportunities to make money while diversifying the types of vacation houses that are accessible in the emirate.

Travelers can already take vacations in RVs and caravans.

Additionally, landlords are now permitted to possess numerous vacation home licenses for buildings with multiple units, expanding the investment options available to both investors and property management firms.

The department’s director general for tourism, Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, claims that the development will benefit Abu Dhabi’s hospitality and agritourism sectors.

He continues, “It is essential that we continue to provide guests with distinctive and sustainable experiences that represent our rich legacy and famous Emirati hospitality as the emirate observes tremendous tourism growth.
Farm owners are invited to create Emirati-led agri-tourist activities for travelers looking for novel experiences in the United Arab Emirates as a result of the new rule, which comes before the launch of a more thorough regulatory framework designed to encourage licensing and promote farmhouse tourism.

Owners of farms who want to register their dwellings as vacation rentals can find a thorough guidebook on the department’s website. The process can be started by landlords after a six-month grace period.

As demand for the industry rises, there has been a push for vacation houses and hotel alternatives in the UAE in recent years.

For more than ten years, Dubai has permitted vacation homes. In August of last year, Sharjah introduced a legislative framework for its Holiday Homes Project, allowing residents to rent out homes for transient visits.

Additionally, last year, Airbnb negotiated a contract with Abu Dhabi under which the emirate would have access to the company’s City Portal, which offers information and analysis on the rental market there.

In order to assist new and existing hosts in Abu Dhabi in understanding the regional regulations for vacation rentals, the firm also established a special “responsible hosting” page.

One retired cabin crew member who operated for United Airlines until 2013 is commemorating the 22nd anniversary of the September 11 attacks in a very emotional way.

To better serve Mexico, Emirates has increased its codeshare with United back in the United Arab Emirates, and it has also increased its collaboration with the Greek airline Aegean Airlines.

In case you missed it, here is a summary of current travel and tourist headlines.

Former flight attendant commemorates September 11
An innovative tribute from a retired United Airlines flight attendant honors the flight crew members who perished in the 9/11 attacks.

Pushing an airline cart from Newark Liberty International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airportto flight 93 national memorial stoystown is Paul Veneto, who worked for the US airline from 1997 until 2013.

Paulie’s Push, a campaign to commemorate the 20th anniversary, launched in 2021. Veneto ran between the 9/11 National Memorial in New York and Boston Logan International Airport during its first year of operation. From the Boston airport in 2022, he traveled to the Pentagon National Memorial.

His greatest stretch to date will cover more than 300 miles during this year’s attempt.

The impact of retail tourism is made clear.

Global Retail Tourism: Trends and Insights, a research released last week by the World Travel & Tourism Council, is “set to change the way we think about shopping tourism,” according to the organization.

Retail tourism was a $178 billion market in 2019, despite the sector’s historical underresearchation. The data demonstrates that since the pandemic, shopping has become more than just a pastime. The release states that it “shapes travel decisions, improves destination appeal, boosts foreign exchange earnings and promotes local brands and products.”

“Retailtainment” is a new trend that combines retail with entertainment and is already big in the UAE. The study demonstrates that tourists seek out opulent brands that reflect a city’s culture as well as real products.

“Retail tourism is no longer just about buying mementos, it’s a driving force supporting the recovery of the travel and tourism sector, adding significantly to job creation, revenue, and economic growth,” said Julia Simpson, president and chief executive of the WTTC.

Emirates will take part at Oktoberfest.
Emirates will be honoring the German holiday of Oktoberfest from Saturday until October 3 with Bavarian food and a variety of domestic in-flight entertainment. This will be offered at a few airport lounges as well as on flights to and from Munich, Hamburg, Dusseldorf, and Frankfurt.

For lunch and dinner on outbound flights in economy, as well as on inbound and outbound flights in business and first class, a typical starter, main course, and dessert will be served.

Appetizers or obatzda made with Emmental and cream cheese, radishes, a hard-boiled egg, and cornichons will be served. Fleischpflanzerl, a minced beef steak dish with butter, veal jus, vegetables, and sauerkraut, is the main course. There will also be traditional German breads available, followed by apple-based treats.

In addition to 45 German movies and a collection of 13 Bud Spencer and Terence Hill pictures, two well-known and adored spaghetti westerns in Germany, there will be more than 300 movies available with German subtitles. 28 German music albums and playlists will also be available for listening.

Taking a night train through Europe

Speaking of Germany, a sleeper service that had been discontinued for nine years is now being offered again between Berlin and Paris.

The Nightjet train, operated by the Austrian company OBB, will resume operations in December with three weekly journeys before returning to daily operation by October of the following year.

At 7.12 p.m., trains leave Paris Gare de l’Est and arrive in Berlin at 8.26 a.m., whereas the Berlin to Paris leg runs between 8.18pm and 10.24am.

As rates are anticipated to start at approximately €50 for a bed, it also makes stops in Strasbourg, Mannheim, Erfurt, and Halle, giving tourists even another more cheap way to discover Europe.

In October, tickets go on sale.

More flights are now available from the UAE.
Flydubai has declared the beginning of daily flights to Sphinx International Airport in Cairo, bringing the total number of weekly excursions to Egypt to 18. Due to an increase in demand for travel between the two cities, the service will launch on October 29.

While this is going on, Emirates has expanded two codeshare agreements, making it simpler for its customers to travel to Greece and Mexico.In addition to Mexico City, where Emirates already flies, the airline’s partnership with United was expanded to encompass eight locations in the Central American nation. As a result, travelers can connect in either Chicago or Houston before flying to Cancun, Cozumel, Monterrey, Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, San Jose Del Cabo, Leon (Guanajuato), and Queretaro.

For travel beginning on Thursday, tickets are available on the airline’s website or through the preferred travel agencies.

Aegean Airlines and Emirates have strengthened their collaboration, enabling travellers from Dubai to make a stopover in Athens before taking advantage of the links the Greek airline offers to well-known locations across Europe. Customers of Aegean can also take use of Emirates’ service on flights between Athens and Dubai and between Athens and Newark with a stopover in Dubai.