Emirates introduces “Do more in Dubai”

Emirates Airlines and Dubai Tourism & Commerce Marketing (DTCM) Company, are offering families the chance to ‘Do More in Dubai’ this summer with great offers across the city for families with children under 12 years.

The promotion, which coincides with Dubai Summer Surprises, is available until September 30, when Dubai stores have summer sales.

'Do More in Dubai' covers all a traveller’s needs; flights, transfers, accommodation, shopping activities and tours – making Dubai a unique destination without breaking the bank.

In a statement released in Accra on Thursday, Mr. Richard Vaughan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations worldwide said Dubai had developed into a destination for all seasons.

He said Emirates had chosen its partners, DTCM, Dubai Mall and many participating hotels, to showcase the best the city has to offer.

“Emirates knows that finding a holiday destination to meet the needs of a diverse group, be it families with children or a group of friends, is challenging and has thus created this offer to make travel a little easier,” he stated.

Under the 'Do more in Dubai' offer, up to two children under 12 years, travelling with an accompanying adult in economy class are eligible to receive complimentary accommodation, minimum three night stay, meals in participating hotels, plus airfare discounted 50 per cent off the adult fare.

Families will have a choice of more than 70 hotels and apartments in Dubai, ranging from two to five-star, with city or beach locations to meet every family’s need.

Furthermore, offers at participating hotels can be extended beyond three days and will include free breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets for children, plus room taxes and service charges.

For parents, Emirates will increase its baggage allowance by 10kg per one for up to two traveling with children; making space for shopping purchases and family souvenirs from Dubai.

Emirates’ partner, Dubai Mall, will enhance the exclusive 'Do More in Dubai' packages by including free children’s access to the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Sega Republic and Dubai Ice Rink at the mall, the world’s largest.

The entrance deals with some major attractions in Dubai such as the Wild Wadi Water Park, Aquaventure & Lost Chambers at Atlantis, iFLYDubai; Soccer Circus & Cite' des Enfants at Playnation – Mirdif City Centre; and the Dubai Dolphinarium at Creek Golf Club.**