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Oman Air offers cruise and land-tour holiday to Goa

Oman Air Holidays has launched a "Fly 'n' Float" package that offers a mix of cruise and shore-based holidays in India, according to a statement by the national airline.

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  • Published: 00:00 March 5, 2007
  • Gulf News

Muscat: Oman Air Holidays has launched a "Fly 'n' Float" package that offers a mix of cruise and shore-based holidays in India, according to a statement by the national airline.

Under the new scheme, holidaymakers can fly from Muscat and arrive in Mumbai in the morning and explore the city.

Later they can take a two-night cruise along the Arabian Sea coast to Goa on the Star Cruises vessel Superstar Libra.

"With all the deluxe trappings on board this exclusive floating resort on the high seas, passengers will enjoy world-class entertainment, recreation, hospitality and a variety of dining options," said Mohammad Al Shikely, senior marketing manager for Oman Air.

When the ship arrives in Goa, an optional half-day tour includes a visit to churches, Portuguese-style villas with red-tile roofs and old fortresses that give a Mediterranean feel to Goa's towns and villages.

Once an important trading centre for spices, silk and porcelain, Goa is now better known for its beach resorts on its 60 miles of white sand.

The package costs 268 Omani riyals (Dh2,680) per adult and includes return economy class fare, a two-night cruise from Mumbai to Goa and back on full board basis, one night's accommodation in a four-star hotel in Mumbai (including breakfast and hotel taxes) and all transfers.

The package is valid until April 30. Those who want to remain in Mumbai may do so as the ticket is valid for another 10 days.

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