Book a Swiss summer getaway
Travellers can visit the Swiss town of Ascona with the Bella Italia package from the Hotel Eden Roc, available until October 30. Visitors will receive two nights with buffet breakfast, a welcome drink, dinner at one of the hotel's restaurants and use of the Eden Roc Spa. Also included is entry to the Borromean Islands, and a skippered boat trip around Lake Maggiore. The package costs from 1,725 Swiss francs (Dh6,501) per person, including taxes. The offer excludes the period from July 28 to August 14. For more information, visit www.tschuggenhotelgroup.ch.
Explore South Africa on a 10-day train trip
Take in the sites of South Africa via train with Planet Rail's new The Pride of Africa package. The 10-day itinerary will take travellers from Cape Town to Pretoria, with a final stop at Victoria Falls, taking in the scenic journey from Rovos Rail's Pride of Africa. Activities include exploring the historic village of Matjiesfontein, a city tour of Kimberley, a game drive at Hwange National Park, and enjoying Victoria Falls from the Zambezi River. The package costs from £2,350 (Dh12,307) per person, based on two people travelling, and includes accommodation, meals, excursions and taxes. For more information, visit www.planetrail.co.uk.
Enjoy the suite life in Greece this summer
Explore Halkidiki in Greece this summer from one of Ekies All Senses Resort's newest suites. The 10 new Pine & Evergreen suites, measuring 45 square metres and 90 square metres respectively, are near Mount Itamos, and boast an eco-friendly slant. Each suite has been created to blend with its surrounding landscape, while the furniture has been made using sustainable production methods. Each suite includes a private garden and plunge pool area. The Pine Suites are suitable for two adults and one child, while the Evergreen suites can accommodate up to six guests. Suites cost from €235 (Dh967) per night, including taxes. For more information, visit www.designhotels.com.
A family-friendly adventure in Iceland
Escape the heat by heading to Iceland with Lightfoot Travel. The six-day itinerary, which is ideal for those with older children, explores the capital city, Reykjavik, and visits the Ice Lagoon and Vatnajökull Glacier. Travellers will also go fly-fishing in Holsa, spend time at the Blue Lagoon, a natural geothermal spa, and enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour whale-watching cruise, with the chance to see Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and porpoises. The five-night trip costs from US$19,900 (Dh73,088) for a family of four, based on a two-person share, including accommodation, meals and taxes. For more information, visit www.lightfoottravel.com.
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