Milan has a new Mandarin Oriental, housed within four redeveloped 18th-century buildings with 104 rooms and suites. On the central Via Andegari, near the fashionable Via Manzoni and Via Monte Napoleone, the hotel provides easy access to the city's most important commercial, fashion and cultural centres. It's also a good base to explore Expo Milano, which runs until October 31. To celebrate its opening, the hotel is offering an Experience Milan package, with rooms costing from Dh3,419 per night, including taxes. Guests will receive a daily dining or spa credit of up to Dh1,235. For more information, visit www.mandarinoriental.com.
Take a turtle-viewing break in Oman
Catch the final month of the turtle nesting season at Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve in Oman. The reserve, which is located in Ras Al Hadd on the eastern shores of the Arabian Peninsula, is about three hours' drive from Muscat, and is renowned for being the nesting spot of the endangered green turtle. There are two accommodation options to choose from – Carapace rooms or luxury eco-tents. All rates include a buffet breakfast, turtle viewing (evening and morning) and entry to the reserve's visitor centre. Rooms cost from 95 Omani rials (Dh906) per room, dual occupancy, or 120 rials (Dh1,145) per tent, including taxes. For more information, visit www.rasaljinz-turtlereserve.com.
A classic-car jaunt in temperate Malta
The Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa Malta has a Mdina Grand Prix package, which includes a two-day VIP access to the vintage-car rally, accommodation for two in an executive room or suite, daily buffet breakfast, a welcome drink and late check-out. The timing of the package also takes advantage of the island's temperate October climate. The offer is valid for minimum four-night stays between October 8 and 13, and costs from Dh1,119 per night, including taxes. For more information, visit www.corinthia.com/hotels/malta/palace-hotel-and-spa.
Put your running shoes on in Lisbon
Inspira Santa Marta Hotel, a 89-room boutique retreat in Lisbon, has launched a guided jog for city-breakers keen to keep up their fitness regimes while in the Portuguese capital. The running tours are led by knowledgeable, local trainers who will put visitors through their paces while offering a Lisboeta's take on the city. Guests will be able to orientate themselves while also learning about local history and culture. The Guided Jog Package, which includes two nights' bed and breakfast for two in a double room, a guided jog and a 30-minute massage for one person, costs €412 (Dh1,711). The second guest may also book online to join the guided jog for Dh226, which includes a massage. For more information, visit www.inspirahotels.com.
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