-August 15th, 2007
Its summer, and sizzling on the top of SriLankan Holiday’s ‘Mega 999’ vacation hot list this season is Dubai – with an extravagant array of special events and promotions that promise to leave you with a world of memories.
SriLankan Holidays’ offers you an opportunity to catch a glimpse of old and modern Dubai aboard a traditional trading ship or the Dhow and ride the sand dunes on a four wheel drive, with packages starting at Rs. 42,999 for passengers travelling through Abu Dhabi and Rs. 52,999 for packages direct to Dubai.
Your holiday however begins right here in Sri Lanka, with SriLankan Holidays taking care of all your needs, including your visa within seven working days.
SriLankan Holidays General Manager Amith Sumanapala said, “One of the most tiresome chores of most holidays is getting the visa – stress that you don’t need. For your part, all you have to do is decide when you want to go, what more you want to do and how much longer you want to enjoy your experience in Dubai. We will take care of the rest.”
SriLankan Holidays has also put in place a comprehensive web based booking system and a network of travel partners, offering travellers’ easy access to holiday offers and instant confirmations for their tour, hotel and travel bookings, adding extra nights, additional tours and hotel upgrades.
Once in Dubai, you will be whisked away to your hotel and helping you rest better on your three nights in the bustling cosmopolitan city and wake up to a continental buffet, SriLankan Holidays has hand picked only the best places to stay in Dubai.
“We have also included two excursions unique to the region and a must for every visitor. The first, dune riding on a four-wheel drive, ending with dinner under the stars to the tunes of Arabian drums and dancers. The second, dining aboard a dhow and catching a glimpse of old and new Dubai co-existing side by side,” Sumanapala added.
Despite the packed schedule, SriLankan Holidays has not forgotten to leave more than enough time to squeeze in a shopping spree in any one of the mega malls or rummage through the numerous traditional souks to pick up anything from finely crafted gold, pearls, silks, perfume, spices and other Arabian souvenirs.
While out and about in Dubai, also watch out for the ‘Summer Surprise’ festival organised by the Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM).
The annual event, celebrating its tenth year, has put on a spectacular show since June, including the ten surprises – a series of fun activities spread across the city. The festivities will run through to September, with each day offering a unique combination of things to do for the entire family.
Activities range from Olympics for under ten year olds in August to art exhibitions in malls, special offers to pamper your body and soul at one of Dubai’s luxurious spas to going wild at any of the elaborate theme parks spread across the Emirate including the largest indoor theme park – the Modhesh Fun City.
Visitors to Dubai in summer can also enjoy learning more about the UAE culture through theatre, cinema, fine arts, science and literature, traditional music and heritage with the Dubai Culture and Arts Forum.
The addition of Dubai to the hugely popular Mega 999 all inclusive holiday package series, is part of an ongoing SriLankan Holidays’ initiative to offer an extensive portfolio of hassle free vacation options to Sri Lankans’ to discover the world.
The Mega 999 series currently offers packaged holidays to over 17 destinations across the world, including a comprehensive range of Holidays into India and the Far East.
Unbeatable travel deals have become the trademark of SriLankan Holidays. It has aggressively promoted travel into and out of Sri Lanka, India and the Far East with its affordable fares and a strong route network. Visit www.srilankan-holidays.com for more information.
SriLankan Airlines operates daily flights to Dubai as part of its Middle East service, which includes flights to nine key destinations in seven countries in the region.
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