Five-Star Travel

Where to look for this summer's five-star travel bargains
Gulf residents should start booking now to avoid disappointment in top summer vacation destinations. But with the global financial crisis in progress there is reason to believe that good last minute deals will be available this year. It could be just the moment to take that holiday of a lifetime to the more exotic destinations while prices are low.
Middle East: Thursday, February 28 - 2008 at 11:15 |

Islamic hotel review: Tamani, Dubai Marina
The 55-storey Tamani deluxe serviced apartment hotel in the Dubai Marina opened this week, the first of four upcoming Islamic hotels in Dubai operated by KM Holding. This is a residential tower fully dedicated to hotel use, and offers spacious rooms with the added twist of a Shariah compliant operation.
United Arab Emirates: Sunday, February 17 - 2008 at 15:03 |

Review: Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa, Muscat
Muscat may not offer the glitz and glamour of some of the other up-and-coming cities in the Middle East, but the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa just outside the capital of Oman, is truly a jaw-dropping destination that offers all of the natural beauty one could hope for in a beach resort.
Oman: Thursday, February 14 - 2008 at 14:46 |

Review: Le Royal Meridien, Dubai
Returning to the Le Royal Meridien Beach Beach Resort and Spa Dubai is like coming back to see an old friend for many visitors. The repeat business in this hotel is high, and for good reason. General Manager Pam Wilby and her team have created the number one hotel in the Le Royal Meridien chain, and it just keeps getting better.
United Arab Emirates: Thursday, January 31 - 2008 at 13:34 |

Resort Review: Venice
Venice remains a tourist trap with crowded main attractions at any time of year. But there is a reason why so many come, and have been coming for hundreds of years. For Venice is a very romantic old city built on canals with a unique atmosphere.
Italy: Monday, January 07 - 2008 at 11:33 |

Review: Oriental Hammam, One and Only Royal Mirage
AME Info recently visited the beach-front One and Only Royal Mirage in Dubai. A five star luxury hotel, with a Moroccan theme felt across the resort, from the Oriental decorated rooms to the Moroccan restaurants and nightclubs.
United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, January 02 - 2008 at 14:52 |

Review: Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa
The Fujairah Rotana Resort and Spa is a five star beachfront hotel nestled between the Indian Ocean and the Hajar mountains. Less than two hours drive from Dubai, the resort would be a great choice for people seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of the busy emirate, or for anyone in the region looking for a fun-filled beach holiday.
United Arab Emirates: Sunday, December 23 - 2007 at 16:30 |

Review: Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort, Fujairah
Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort was the first five-star hotel to open in Fujairah five years ago. Today, with an occupancy that reaches 80 per cent at peak times, the hotel is constantly busy. But what can guests find there besides the outstanding views of the mountains and sandy beaches?
United Arab Emirates: Monday, December 17 - 2007 at 17:42 |