Deal of the week – Exclusive room & suite packages with complimentary dining – 5*

June 23, 2014 by theappleandcart Leave a Comment

6 months of offers: luxury, decadence and style

Starting in June, Madinat Jumeirah, the Arabian Resort of Dubai is set to mark its 10th anniversary with 6 months of incredible events, offers and initiatives.

Choose one of the 3 exclusive room and suite stay packages, Deluxe Decadence, Stylish Suites or Villa Retreats to enjoy complimentary dining across a choice of 50 restaurants, afternoon tea in your private villa, luxurious spa treatments and club lounge access.

Starting from AED 1010 plus local and hotel fees per night, applicable on rooms and suites across Mina A’Salam and Al Qasr Hotels, Dar Al Masyaf summerhouses or the private Malakiya Villas, valid until 31 August 2014.

www.jumeirah.com/en/offers/

Deal of the week – 40% summer discount with breakfast – Dubai 4*

June 16, 2014 by theappleandcart Leave a Comment

Novotel Dubai

Perfect for visitors to Dubai or the family staycation.

Both UAE residents and tourists can unwind in comfort and luxury this summer at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha. The four-star property is offering guests a fantastic summer discount of up to 40% on their stay (complimentary breakfast included) until 19 August. Room rates start at AED 325.

Guests will receive a complimentary $10 credit voucher per day to spend in the hotel’s food and beverage outlets. In addition, Le Club Accor members will receive thrice the number of loyalty points along with exclusive benefits.

Every evening throughout the holy month of Ramadan, Novotel Dubai Al Barsha is hosting an authentic Iftar buffet in their main restaurant, located to the right of the lobby. The renowned Cravin’ Cajun restaurant will host Iftar but no Cajun food will be served during this period. The restaurant provides an enclosed space, which allows guests to enjoy a traditional feast in a comfortable environment.

From sunset to 11pm and for as little as AED 110 per person, Novotel Dubai Al Barsha is offering a delectable family-friendly Iftar buffet complete with live cooking station. The offerings include Middle East specialities and international cuisine to cater for every taste.

In addition, guests can relax in the hotel’s swimming pool or get pampered with exotic therapeutic massages, facials and treatments at In Balance Spa. For the health conscious, gym membership rates have been revised. Membership starts at AED 280 per month with facilities such as latest technogym equipment, locker rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and Kids’ Club.

The hotel is located within walking distance of Sharaf DG Metro Station and close to the Mall of the Emirates providing easy access to major business hubs and popular tourist attractions.

Bookings can be made via www.novotel.com or for reservations call +971 (04) 304 90 00

60 hot summer holiday deals – worldwide

May 29, 2014 by theappleandcart Leave a Comment

I’m always on the look out for a good excuse to take another trip, whether it’s here in the UAE or further afield. One sure way to tip the balance and convince my husband is a good old-fashioned discount.

The Entertainer, a Dubai-based international company offering a portfolio of worldwide ‘buy one get one free’ incentives, has recently launched its ‘Hot Summer Nights’ travel promotion, offering guests the opportunity to enjoy their holiday for longer with amazing hotel offers. The offers are so good this year, I decided to share. All you have to do is become a member, download the app and voila!

The promotion features over 60 hotels and resorts in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Oman, Doha, Lebanon, Turkey, Maldives, Mauritius, Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia and Sri Lanka. Some of the participating partners include Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa in Oman, The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, Fairmont The Palm in the UAE, plus properties across Asia and Indian Ocean including Banyan Tree Phuket, Conrad Hong Kong, Vivanta By Taj – Coral Reef Maldives, Lux* resorts and many more.

So, from the 1^st of June to 31^st August 2014, Entertainer Members can book one night, get one free; book two nights, get two free or even book three nights and get three free!

So how do you become an Entertainer Member?

Simply go to www.theentertainerme.com/hotsummernights and registered as an Entertainer Member.

Yes, it’s a global offer! So anyone who’s purchased any Entertainer product can access these offers.

Even better, you can win a free travel app here on The Apple & Cart!

To celebrate the launch of the new travel app The Apple & Cart readers are being given the chance to win the travel app worth AED 450/$122.

Answer the following question and the first 3 entries will get a complimentary travel app:

Where and what would be your ideal family holiday?

Good luck!

The first three entries will be will contacted by The Entertainer group. This gives the winner access to the Hot Summer Nights offer, but also access to 800 Buy One Night Get One Free offers for hotels across Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe that are all valid until December 2014.