BARJEEL HERITAGE GUEST HOUSE NOW OPEN

The Barjeel Heritage Guest House, a traditional Emirati guest house that will give tourists and residents a chance to step back in time and celebrate the culture and customs of the UAE, opened this month. Located in Shindagha by the Dubai Heritage Village, it provides guests the opportunity to experience the life of Emiratis during the early years of the city. The restored historical house has rooms furnished in Arabian theme with individually controlled air conditioned, en-suite bath, satellite television, mini fridge, in-room safe deposit box, and free wi-fi, IDD telephones. A round-the-clock butler service, dining, private function and events are also offered. Al fresco dining areas and a traditional Arabic restaurant called Barjeel Al Arab Restaurant offering traditional, Lebanese and cosmopolitan cuisine.

TILAL LIWA PACKAGES

With packages starting from Dh585, de-stress at Tilal Liwa Hotel, a desert escape located in the Rub Al Khali Desert. The package includes stay on double occupancy basis, complimentary buffet breakfast for two, fruit basket on arrival and free Wi-Fi access in the room. Complimentary recreational facilities include desert volleyball, football, giant chess, steam, sauna and the swimming pool. Valid until February 28. Children below 5 eat free and children between 6 and 12 years get 50 per cent discount on buffet meals only. Maximum of two children under 12 years can stay in the room. Call 02-8946111, or log on to www.danathotels.com.

ARABIAN ADVENTURES BOOKINGS GO ONLINE

Visitors to www.arabian-adventures.com can now browse, book and pay for most of Arabian Adventures’ sightseeing tours, desert safaris and attractions in Dubai, Fujairah and Abu Dhabi, at the touch of a button.