Responsible voyage to the Galapagos

Eco-conscious travellers will want to book the "Galapagos holidays, Ecuador" package through Responsible Travel. The 12-day itinerary begins in Quito, where guests will explore the highlands of Santa Cruz and visit the Charles Darwin Centre. They will then board a seven-night Galapagos cruise, which will provide views of lava fields, volcanic craters and mangrove lagoons, plus the opportunity to see sea lions, blue-footed boobies, turtles and rays. The vessel has a smart voyager certification from the Rainforest Alliance, which certifies that it won't cause any ecological damage. This includes the restricted use of electrical products and biodegradable products, and the recycling of contaminants once back on mainland. The package costs from £2,649 (Dh14,311) per person, including accommodation, some meals and taxes, but excluding international flights. For more information, visit www.responsibletravel.com

Happiness is just around the corner

Guests can now book into the new Happiness Island Resort, located two minutes from Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat jetty via speedboat. The resort sports 26 two-bedroom villas, dubbed the “Houses of Happiness”, along with two swimming pools, an all-day dining restaurant, and a children’s play area. On the north side of the island, there’s a private area with a pool and “waterfall” bar. Early-bird prices for villas start from Dh1,000 per night, including breakfast for four people and taxes. For more information, call 02 652 6777.

Tee off with an Italian golf holiday

Golf enthusiasts can head to Italy with the Travel Counsellors' Italian Golf Break this summer. The seven-night Mediterranean excursion is based at the Argentario Golf Resort & Spa, next to the town of Porto Ercole in the Maremma region. The resort's other outdoor sports facilities include three tennis courts, a football pitch and jogging trails. The offer also features breakfast, complimentary use of the spa and 50 per cent off green fees. The package costs from Dh13,386 per person, including return flights to Rome with Emirates and taxes. For more information, visit www.travelcounsellors.ae

Island getaway with Conrad Maldives

Escape to the Maldives for less with Conrad Maldives Rangali Island's Big World Sale. Guests who book before September 5, and stay between now and December 31, will receive up to 15 per cent off the price, as well as free Wi-Fi. Rooms cost from US$630 (Dh2,314) per night, including breakfast and taxes. For more information, visit www.conradmaldives.com