Dubai Summer Surprises presents a refreshing summer with Spa Packages 2008

Spa Packages 2008, a unique collaboration between DSS and 25 renowned spas in Dubai, begins on June 21, providing summer tourists a relaxation experience for a bargain.

The selected spas will offer some of their premium products and services at discount prices throughout DSS 2008, which will be organized from June 19 to August 22.

The inclusion of spas in the DSS itinerary will be an attractive addition to the endless shopping, winning, and family entertainment options during 65 days of summer festivities.

Khulood Al Thani, Marketing Manager of DSF Office said, "The Spa Packages during DSS 2007 was a massive success as affirmed by the participating spa establishments and during DSS 2008 we aim to replicate that success and introduce new initiatives to promote Dubai as a growing global destination for spa tourism."

"Dubai is renowned for the facilities it offers tourists, and with the burgeoning number of international spa resorts in Dubai, we are witnessing a steady increase in the number of spa tourists to the emirate. Apart from tapping this visitor segment, the DSF Office aims to include wellness and relaxation as essential characteristics of DSS, apart from shopping, winning, and family entertainment," added Khulood.

The DSS 2008 Spa Packages consists of a variety of therapies from around the world including the Swedish Massage, Thai Massage, aromatherapy, various facial treatments, ayurveda, reflexology, and contemporary healing remedies. The participating spas also offer visitors personalized packages combining various therapies.

Launched in 2006, the Spa Packages are aimed at promoting Dubai as the ultimate spa destination in the Middle East. Three out of four spas in the Middle East classified as world-class by the Leading Hotels of the World Group, are in Dubai. The city also boasts of one of the highest concentrations of spas per capita in the world.

Details on the participating spas and packages offered can be had by calling Ahlan Dubai on +971 600 54 5555 or by visiting www.mydsf.com.