It's time for a break

If you are planning a family vacation, here's a guide for that perfect getaway

By Layla Haroon (Contributor)

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Published: Tue 18 Dec 2007, 11:51 AM

Last updated: Sat 4 Apr 2015, 11:55 PM

brHIGH ON THAI

Thailand draws more visitors than any other Southeast Asian country. Known for its alluring mishmash of awe-inspiring natural splendor, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous ancient kingdoms, it offers something for every type of traveller. Be it stupa-studded mountains of Mae Hong Son or the pulse-pounding dance clubs of Bangkok; the verdant limestone islands of the Andaman Sea, or the tranquil villages moored along the Mekong River, it is endowed with natural instincts.

By Etihad Holidays, Abu Dhabi

From Dh2245 (Twin Sharing)

Destination: Bangkok

Airline: Etihad Coral Economy Class

3 nights accommodation

Return ticket AUH-BKK-AUH

Free transfers and breakfast.

br2ALIL' BIT OF MALDIVES

Maldives, as usual, entice tourists promising 'the last paradise on earth'. With tranquil Tropical Island with swaying palm trees, pure white beaches and brilliant turquoise lagoons, Maldives gives a pleasing experience.

By Dnata Holidays, Dubai

From Dh5,840 (per person)

Destination: Maldives

Four nights stay in a beachfront villa

Daily Breakfast

Return Economy Class Flights

Return Airport by resort speedboat transfers

MYSTIC MAURITIUS

Mauritius is an outstandingly beautiful tropical island. Though nestled up alongside Africa, the isle furnishes its lovers with scrumptious gourmet synchronised with Créole music.

By Air Choice Travel Tourism, Abu Dhabi

From Dh4000 (per person, excluding flight ticket)

4 Nights accommodation at Maritime Hotel

Daily breakfast + Dinner or Lunch

Arrival departure transfer from airport to hotel

SIZZLING SRILANKA

Srilanka reveals its richness and beauty. And the intensity of the affection it evokes in its visitors, it's unimaginable. If you find 1600 kms beaches line a cliché, head to the hills to cool off amidst tea plantations and ancient cities.

By Air Choice Travel Tourism, Abu Dhabi

From Dh4000 (per person)

Destination: Colombo

Class: Economy Air ticket

5 days package includes stay and breakfast.

Return AUH CMB AUH

All transfers in private car with English speaking Chauffeur.

SUNNY SINGAPORE

Singapore appears outrageously modern and anonymous; however, this is an incontestable Asian city where Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions - from feng shui to ancestor worship - create part of the everyday landscape.

By Etihad Holidays, Abu Dhabi

From Dh2535 (Twin Sharing)

Destination: Singapore

Airline: Etihad Coral Economy Class fares

3 nights accommodation,

Return AUH-SIN-AUH

Free transfers and breakfast in selected hotels.

ALLURE OF EGYPT

Egypt’s span is outstanding. It is not just famous for Pharaonic monuments to draw travellers, in fact its legacy of the Greeks, Romans and early Christians, and the profusion of art and architecture accumulated from centuries of successive Islamic dynasties.

By Etihad Holidays, Abu Dhabi

From Dh2195 (Twin Sharing)

Destination: Cairo

Airline: Etihad Coral Economy class flight

3 nights accommodation

Return Ticket AUH-CAI-AUH

Free transfers and breakfast at selected hotels

br1LIFE'S A BEACH

Seychelles lies among 115 islands. Appearing in countless advertisements and glossy travel brochures, Seychelles is a luxuriant tropical paradise. Varied beauty employs bright shades of blue and green. Its rhythms, colours and flavours are of Africa. Moreover, gris gris, the local brand of black magic forms a backdrop to the relaxed image of the Seychelles.

By Dnata Holidays, Dubai

From Dh8970 (per person)

Destination: Seychelles

4 nights stay in garden villa

Daily breakfast

Return Economy class flights

Return airport to resort, car plus ferry transfers.


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