1. Maldives
Travel time: 4 hours 10 minutes.
Duration: Three nights.
Price: Starting from Dh5,460 per person - offer valid for travel from November 1 to December 16, 2011.
Why: In the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is a spectacular series of islands that offer dazzling beauty, a scenic setting to unwnd in, but it's also perfect for watersport fans.
Highlights: Naifaru, Seenu Atoll, Kudahuvadhoo Island, Grand Friday Mosque or Masjid-al-Sultan in the country's capital, Male, Male's National Museum, President's Palace, Republic Square and exotic pure white sandy beaches, lush green foliage and shallow lagoons.
Package details: Stay at Diva, a five-star luxury resort, with return economy class flights and return airport transfers by sea plane, including a daily breakfast.
For more info: Call Dnata on 04-316 6666 or log on to www.dnataholidays.com
2. Cyprus
Travel time: 4 hours 40 minutes.
Duration: Three nights.
Price: Starting from Dh999 per person on twin sharing basis. Package does not include international airfare, airport taxes and surcharges.
Why: Cyprus is an extremely popular getaway for watersport enthusiasts and history buffs.
Highlights: Paphos, Troodos Mountains, Agia Napa, Polis, Ancient Kourion sites, Larnaca Salt Lake, The Paphos mosaics, Kolossi Castle.
Package details: Three-night stay in three-star hotel on bed and breakfast basis, return airport transfer, one half-day city tour.
For more info: Call Bonton Tours and Travels LLC 04 222 8283, email: info@bontontours.com
3. Zell Am See, Austria
Travel time: 5 hours 50 minutes.
Duration: Three nights.
Price: Per person starting from Dh4,650 on twin sharing.
Why: From the rich heritage and magnificent architecture to snow-capped peaks, hillside villages and fertile farmland, Austria has almost everything.
Highlights: Tower Vogturm, Kasternerturm, Rosenburg Castle, Mountain Schmittenhöhe, St Hippolyte church, Eisriesenwelt Ice Caves, cable car rides.
Package details: Round trip economy class airfare from Dubai, three nights in a hotel in Zell am See with daily breakfast, train ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See, airline / hotel taxes included.
For more info: Al Futtaim Travel on 04 217 7500/341 0237/8. Email: Holidays@alfuttaim.ae. Website: www.alfuttaimtravel.ae
4. Asian Delight - Singapore and Malaysia (Coach Tour)
Travel time: 7 hours 20 minutes.
Duration: Five nights.
Price: Per person starting from Dh2,555 on twin sharing basis. Package does not include international airfare, airport taxes and surcharges.
Why: Lush gardens, great shopping, vibrant nightlife, culture and more.
Highlights: Singapore: The Lion City, Sentosa Island, Parliament House, City Hall, Chinatown, Little India. Malaysia: Genting Outdoor Theme Park, Batu Caves, Independence Square, Chinatown and Parliament House.
Package details: Three nights at Hotel Aqueen Lavender / Paramount or similar, in Singapore, one night at Hotel First W orld / Awana Genting or similar, in Genting, one night at Hotel Nouvelle / Cititel or similar in Kuala Lumpur. Package includes daily American breakfast, two basic Indian vegetarian lunches and five Indian Jain/ Vegetarian/ non-vegetarian dinners.
For more info: Call Al Rostamani Travels and Holidays on 04 295 6777. Email: holidays@alrostamanigroup.ae
5. Muscat
Travel time: 1 hour.
Duration: Two nights.
Price: Per person starting from Dh2,250 on twin sharing.
Why: Muscat is a wonderful small city with old-age charm. It boasts unspoilt beaches, golden sand dunes and fantastic watersports.
Highlights: Al Jalali Fort, Bawshar Tombs, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace.
Package details: Round trip economy class airfare from Dubai, two nights in a hotel with daily breakfast, private airport transfer and airline/hotel taxes.
For more info: Al Futtaim Travel on 04 2177 500/ 04 341 0237/8. Email: Holidays@alfuttaim.ae. Website: www.alfuttaimtravel.ae
