13 October 2006
Emirates Launches New Edition Of Dubai Stopovers Product
Emirates' new edition of the Dubai Stopovers product, an attractive hotel and sightseeing package marketed by the
airline worldwide, now offers exciting features like a chauffeur driven Cadillac and a round of golf
The new packages are valid from November 1, 2006 until October 31, 2007 and start from as little as US$69 per person
per night, sharing a double-room. Passengers can chose from an expanded range of 53 hotels and apartments, in the city
and on the beach.
The packages have been revamped and can now be pre-booked prior to departure. Customers can also avail of the packages
on arrival at Dubai International Airport. The price includes buffet breakfast, a 96-hour visa, hotel transfers and
personalised meet-and-assist upon arrival at Dubai International Airport. The packages are available to all Emirates
passengers from New Zealand regardless of class of travel.
Emirates flies four services a day to Dubai and beyond, via Australia.
Speaking on the launch of the revamped product, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Emirates Executive Vice President Commercial
Operations Worldwide, said: "Emirates Dubai Stopovers packages have been one of our biggest selling points with sales
increasing year on year. The packages provide customers great value for money with a choice of the best accommodation
and sightseeing in the city.
"We have enhanced the product and simplified booking procedures this year to give our customers even more value for
their money."
The packages, which are confirmed instantly, are available worldwide via Emirates' sales offices or travel agents, and
can also be purchased on arrival at Dubai International Airport. Passengers travelling via Dubai may take advantage of
the package on the inbound or outbound leg of their journey, or both journeys, provided that their flight into Dubai is
on Emirates.
An attractive add-on for customers is the Arabian Adventures Welcome Pack, which they will receive on arrival. This
welcome pack includes the Arabian Adventures Privilege discount card offering discounts at retail and entertainment
outlets in Dubai.
Additional features at a charge include visas for stays exceeding 96 hours, car rental, a chauffeur-driven Cadillac
Escalade and also a round of golf while in Dubai.
Emirates' Dubai Stopover Programme has been a hit with passengers since its inception in 1995. The programme has been
successful in attracting numerous tourists to Dubai, which is fast becoming one of the preferred tourist destinations in
the world.
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