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A cool alternative to traditional island sightseeing, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has launched ‘top-down’ tours of the island. With a tailored route preprogrammed into the Convertible Mini Cooper’s sat nav system, guests can embark on their own mini adventure.

Whether looking for picture-perfect beaches, dramatic backdrops or local markets, there are a choice of four ‘Mini-tineraries’ to choose from, including Adrenaline, a Culinary, and Family, all of which have been carefully created to offer tailored insights into the island.

For those looking to experience the natural beauty of Mauritius, the Scenic ‘Mini-tinerary’ is a descent from 2000 feet to sea level in just 45 minutes, and captures the island’s most diverse terrain, from the valleys of Black River National Park in the south west to the island’s famous World Heritage site of Le Mourne.

Adrenaline seekers can burn off with mountain quad bikes before climbing to the peak of Mauritius’ second highest mountain, Corps de Garde; while food-lovers can take in the most authentic culinary hotspots, including Bois Cheri tea plantation and Port Louis’ China Town. Family fun includes a beach picnic watching kite- and wind-surfers, followed by a trip to Casela Nature and Leisure Park for a Segway Safari or a visit to feed the Aladabra tortoises.

Available in partnership with Europcar, the ‘Mini-tineraries’ comprise a full day, rental prices for a Convertible Mini Cooper and sat nav system. Start from 4765 MUR plus VAT per day.

For further details on Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita please visit www.fourseasons.com/mauritius

In a bid to encourage international and domestic guests to discover the famous and iconic Blue Mountains region, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa, the internationally-recognised luxury conservation-based resort, has released a year- round accommodation and transport package that includes a tour through the scenic area.

The Blue Mountains Experience offer includes three nights’ accommodation in a Wolgan Valley luxury suite with double-sided fireplace and private heated pool, gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, all non-alcoholic and selected alcoholic beverages with lunch and dinner, wireless internet and two on site nature-based experiences per person each day.

To highlight the region, the package also includes private touring transfers from Sydney to Wolgan Valley in a luxury 4WD vehicle to take guests through the lower Blue Mountains and to the township of Katoomba, with a stop to view the famous Three Sisters rock formation.

A guide will accompany guests to remote sightseeing locations, share local knowledge and interpretations of Aboriginal dreamtime stories; and promote the stunning views the Blue Mountains World Heritage listed region has to offer.

“Famous for its spectacular blue-hazed beauty, dramatic cliffs and deep canyons, the Blue Mountains Experience offer showcases the incredible and unique region that Wolgan Valley proudly sits within,” said Joost Heymeijer, General Manager, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa.

“We encourage our guests to explore the beautiful surroundings and quaint, friendly townships while they’re in this iconic region; and arrive in Wolgan Valley to immerse themselves in the world-class luxuries offered at the resort,” concluded Mr Heymeijer.

Nestled between two National Parks and bordering the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, the international award-winning, carbon-neutral resort features 40 individual suites reminiscent of traditional Australian homesteads. Nature-based experiences offered at the resort include guided bush walks; four-wheel drive wildlife safaris; horse-riding and mountain bike excursions; spotlight wildlife spotting and stargazing; and visits to the resort’s Wollemi Pine Grove.

**Blue Mountains Experience**

Discover the unique Blue Mountains region in New South Wales on a private tour and enjoy three nights’ all-inclusive accommodation at the luxurious Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa starting from A$2,890* per person on a twin sharing basis.

The Blue Mountains Experience package includes three nights’ accommodation in a luxurious double Heritage Suite or Wollemi Suite with private indoor outdoor swimming pool, gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, all non-alcoholic and selected alcoholic beverages with lunch and dinner, wireless internet, two on site nature-based experiences per person each day, and private touring return transfers from Sydney to Wolgan Valley.

Private touring transfers from Sydney to Wolgan Valley include Katoomba and the Three Sisters and from Wolgan Valley to Sydney include the Bells Line of Road (or vice versa- as directed by guests on booking).

To book please contact the Wolgan Valley Reservations team on 02 9290 9733 or email reservations@wolganvalley.com 

*Subject to availability at time of booking. Minimum three-night stay applies. Valid for travel until 31 March 2013. Extra nights can also be booked from A$780 per person twin share. Private touring transfers can be operated in the reverse order if preferred. Hotel pick up times confirmed at time of booking. Airport pick-up and departure times based on applicable flight times.

Touring transfer: Sydney to Wolgan Valley via Katoomba and the Three Sisters

Duration: 4.5hrs

Guests are met by an experienced guide at their Sydney hotel or on arrival at Sydney Airport for their private transfer to Wolgan Valley in a luxury 4WD vehicle. Travelling from the city, the drive takes guests through the lower Blue Mountains and on to the township of Katoomba, with a stop to view the famous Three Sisters rock formation. The guide will speak of Aboriginal Dreamtime and interpret their unique and complex culture.

Remote sightseeing locations are accessed along the way to ensure guests can enjoy the stunning views the Blue Mountains World Heritage listed region has to offer. A beautifully prepared morning tea is provided before continuing on to Mount Victoria and the quaint township of Lithgow. Heading east, the road descends into the Wolgan Valley with its sheer rock escarpments and rugged geography.

On arrival at the resort, guests are met by Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa staff for an introduction to their three-day Wolgan Valley experience.

Touring transfer: Wolgan Valley to Sydney via Bells Line of Road

Duration: 3hrs

The return transfer takes guests from Wolgan Valley and through Lithgow, ascending to the picturesque Bells Line of Road. Stopping at Australia’s most elevated botanical gardens at Mount Tomah; guests can enjoy breathtaking views while enjoying coffee or tea.

Past Mount Tomah, the scenic drive passes through quaint old villages and apple orchards before descending down the range through the historic township of Richmond and on to Sydney where guests are dropped off at their Sydney hotel or the airport.

The ship will offer numerous itineraries and customized products and services

DUBAI,– Royal Caribbean International recently announced that it will introduce Voyager of the Seas to the China market in 2012.

Michael Bayley, executive vice president of International for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., and Dr. Zinan Liu, group managing director for China and Asia, revealed that Royal Caribbean International will deploy the 3,114 passenger Voyager of the Seas to Shanghai, China in June 2012. Offering a wide variety of itineraries, ranging from four nights to 10 nights, the move is designed to offer exciting new cruise experiences to Chinese vacationers, as well as attract cruise guests from around the world to visit China and sail around Asia.

“There are clear opportunities in the China market, a key area for Royal Caribbean International’s global development,” says Adam Goldstein, CEO & President of Royal Caribbean International. “Our brand’s strategy for China is to leverage Royal Caribbean International’s leading position in the market by offering innovative ships and customized services. And we look forward to working with our travel partners and helping to grow the cruise economy in China. ”

Voyager of the Seas will double the size of any cruise ship operating in China, and in the Asia-Pacific region – weighing in at nearly 150,000 gross registered tons and almost double the size of Legend of the Seas. Spanning 15 decks and with 1,556 staterooms, the ship will come to Shanghai from Europe and offer a variety of sailings to ports in Japan and Korea until August, including Fukuoka and Kobe in Japan, and Busan and Jeju in Korea. Voyager of the Seas will depart for Sydney, Australia in October.

“Customer demand for our brand has been very strong in China,” says Bayley, “We are excited to be able to bring such an innovative ship to the China market in 2012.” For more than 40 years, Royal Caribbean International has been providing vacationers incredible cruise experiences, constantly pushing the limits of what is possible with its innovative ships, exciting destinations, countless onboard activities, award-winning entertainment, delectable dining and its signature Gold Anchor Service.

“This is a major step forward for the cruise industry in China. We will continue working with the Chinese ports and our travel partners to further develop the country’s overall cruise economy,” says Dr. Zinan.

“Along with Michael Bayley, we’ve been meeting with various agencies and officials on playing an active role in the development of home ports for international cruise ships. There’s also the need to build necessary support facilities, including bonded warehouses and distribution centers. Our aim is to support cities like Shanghai, Tianjin, Hong Kong and Xiamen, to grow into world class cruise tourist destinations.”

Underscoring the significance of the growing Chinese cruise economy and established desire to sail with Royal Caribbean International, Legend of the Seas will also return to Shanghai in March 2012 for its fourth season. For the two ships, work is underway to offer a wider variety of tailored onboard products to Chinese guests, including more Chinese language services, authentic Chinese food and culturally appropriate recreational activities and duty-free items.

When she sails into Shanghai in June 2012, Voyager of the Seas will introduce several unique concepts never before seen at sea in Asia:

Royal Promenade – an indoor “main street” stretching nearly the full length of the middle of the ship, lined with places to eat, drink, shop and be entertained. Guests can stroll up and down the 4-storey street and enjoy regular street parades.

“Studio B” Ice Rink – an ice skating rink for guests that doubles as a sensational 700-seat venue for ice show productions with world-class figure skaters.
Eleven dining venues include specialty restaurant “Portofino” for classic Italian fine dining and 50s inspired American diner “Johnny Rockets”. But Voyager’s most stunning eatery is the grand three-story, 1,919-seat main dining room.
Unparalleled sports facilities including an Inline skating track, Royal Caribbean’s signature rock-climbing wall, a 9-hole mini golf course, a golf simulator, a full size sports court with basketball court, three swimming pools and six whirlpools.

There’s also the cruise line’s signature Viking Crown Lounge, the Schooner Bar, Casino Royale, a 1,400-square meter Voyager Day Spa & Fitness Center, and complimentary Adventure Ocean youth program, where kids of all ages engage in age-appropriate fun as well as educationally enriching activities. In addition to a fabulous range of activities, the ship offers conference facilities which provide the ideal environment for corporate meetings.

About Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is a global cruise vacation company that operates Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Pullmantur, Azamara Club Cruises and CDF Croisieres de France. The company has a combined total of 40 ships in service and four under construction. It also offers unique land-tour vacations in Alaska, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Dubai, Europe and South America.

New season sees company deploy an historic number of cruises around the world
Celebrity Cruises Features Largest-Ever European Line-Up

DUBAI, May 2nd, 2011 – Royal Caribbean International announces the extension of its third consecutive season in the Middle East with 18 round-trip 7-night sailings and two 12-night sailings from Dubai to India starting in November 2011 through to April 2012.

The move is part of the deployment of a historic number of cruises by the global cruise brand which has 22 ships currently in service, offering unique cruise tour land packages in Alaska, Canada, Middle East, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

A recent survey of the Cruise Line International Association saw agents report that cruising has earned the #1 ranking in consumer interest compared to other types of travel. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. – with its three global brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises – has yet again increased its fleet size to accommodate its demand that is growing at unprecedented rates.

For its 2011/12 season Royal Caribbean International’s Brilliance of the Seas is offering seven-night cruises in the region, which will start in Dubai, sail to Fujairah and dock in Muscat. She then continues via Abu Dhabi back to Dubai. Due to the high demand, Royal Caribbean International has also extended its Middle East season for two months starting in November 2011. The interest in the two itineraries to India, which were introduced in 2010, was enormously high and therefore will be implemented again in the 2011/12 season. The two 12-night India itineraries will start in Dubai, sail to Mumbai, Goa, New Mangalore – which is a new port this season – and call into Cochin. After two days at sea the ship will arrive in Muscat and then sail back to Dubai.

Helen Beck,Regional Director, International Representatives, EMEA, for Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises says that Brilliance of the Seas has just concluded a successful second season sailing around the Gulf.

“We’ve received great feedback from our guests on the new 12-night itineraries sailing to India that we introduced this year. We are happy to bring Brilliance of the Seas back to Dubai in November starting her longer third season in the region.”

When hotel rates in Dubai came under pressure with decreasing numbers of inbound tourists, the increasing number of cruise travellers helped the industry bounce back. In 2005, there were only 13 ships serving travellers; but this figure almost doubled the following year, further increasing to 55 ships by 2007, and 87 ships by 2009, whilst in 2010 there were 103 ships that carried 390,255 passengersand the Department of Tourismis expecting to receive 135 ships in the year to 2012. That number is likely to increase to approximately 180 by 2015 as the number of cruise travellers continue to increase in the region.

“The interest and awareness of cruise travel both within the region and throughout the rest of the world is increasing exponentially among travellers from within the Middle East itself. There is a huge potential for cruising in the region, and we are already predicting yet another record breaking year as we gear up for next year’s season,” Helen Beck concludes.

Outside of the Middle East region, Royal Caribbean International unveiled its 2012 Europe cruise and cruisetour season, upping the ante from its 2011 lineup of 11 ships to 12 for 2012, which will again include two Freedom-class ships, the largest and most groundbreaking in the line’s fleet to sail European waters. Amsterdam will debut as a homeport, for a total of 12, with ships calling into 101 ports in 34 countries on itineraries ranging from three to 16 nights.

In addition to the 12 homeports from which guests can choose, Royal Caribbean is also offering eight “interports” – where guests can board itineraries en route – creating 20 options for embarkation and disembarkation, including Toulon, Marseille and Le Havre in France; Genoa, Messina (Sicily) and Bari in Italy; Valencia, Spain; and Kusadasi (Ephesus) in Turkey. Maiden calls will also be made at Arhus, Denmark; Klaksvik, Faroe Islands; and Leknes (Lofoten) in Norway.

Celebrity Cruises is also strengthening its summer/autumn season for 2012, when it will offer vacationers more opportunities to enjoy premium European cruises than ever before, with five ships visiting 70 ports in 22 countries, sailing from six departure ports, and featuring 19 distinct Mediterranean itineraries. Celebrity’s fleet currently consists of nine ships, with two additional Solstice Class ships scheduled to join the fleet.

The season will include a variety of premium cruise vacation opportunities to enjoy Alaska, Bermuda, Canada and New England, and a series of immersive cruise-tours in Europe and Alaska.

Some extended overnight stays and eight new ports will add even more depth to Celebrity’s already broad European offerings, including Klaksvik, Faroe Islands; Akureyri, Iceland; Bari, Catania and Ravenna, Italy; Skijolden, Norway; Koper, Slovenia and Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. Travellers can enjoy these and the 62 other ports Celebrity will visit in Europe in 2012 in ultra-premium style, as the company is deploying four of its award-winning Solstice Class ships to sail full European seasons in 2012.

Guests who wish to deepen their European experience can take advantage of Celebrity’s cruise-tour offerings, which combine a cruise with a three- to five-night pre-cruise escorted land package in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. The packages, exclusive to Celebrity Cruises, immerse guests in culture-rich destinations such as Amsterdam, Venice, Paris, the Italian Lakes, Florence, Madrid, London, and Cappadiocia in Turkey.

Rosewood Hotel Georgia, Vancouver’s most historic hotel, is delighted to announce the opening of Sense, A Rosewood Spa®, joining Rosewood’s prestigious collection of world-class spa retreats. Serving hotel guests as well as the general public, Sense spa offers a full range of therapies, treatments, massage and facials.

Rosewood’s philosophy, A Sense of Place®, guides the Sense spa experience. Designed to celebrate local traditions of healing, each Sense spa offers treatments and services that showcase the indigenous natural elements of its environment. Sense, A Rosewood Spa at Rosewood Hotel Georgia evokes a unique ambiance that is welcoming, chic and rich in detail.

The spa’s signature treatment, Vancouver Signature Sensation, is a custom blend scrub that imparts the feel of a cool glacial breeze and the aroma of fresh mountain air. Sense’s peppermint- and herb-infused sea salt exfoliation melts away dry skin, while a cleansing Vichy rinse releases tension, stimulates blood circulation and relaxes tight, sore muscles. Last, a hydrating massage with Sense’s signature shea butter—blended with essential and hydrating oils—moisturises the skin.

Spa Tapas

Sense Spa at Rosewood Hotel Georgia has launched Spa Tapas, which has been designed for a more personalised spa experience with added local flavour! Guests are able to combine two or more spa treatments, each lasting 25 minutes and there are five varieties to choose from;

Φ Scalp (a spa refreshment with head, neck and shoulder herbal mint aromatherapy massage)
Φ Sole (a drizzle of glacial honey and shea butter blended together for a tension relieving foot massage)

Φ Shake (Express grooming for nails and cuticles with a warm shea butter and glacial honey hand treatment)

Φ Scrub (an organic ginger scrub from shoulders to toes)

Φ Shower (invigorating high-pressure Vichy experience with customized hydrating massage).
Each Spa Tapa treatment starts from $40.

Rose Buds® Junior Spa Menu

Also available at Sense, Rosewood Hotel Georgia is the Rose Buds® Junior Spa Menu where mini pampered princes and princesses can enjoy feeling sophisticated and grown up.

The special menu has been designed for ages 13 and under, a parent or guardian must be present for all spa services, which makes for a perfect parent-child visit to the spa.
Φ Petals; has been created for ages 5 – 9 years old and includes a manicure and pedicure to moisturize, protect and polish hands and feet to perfection

Φ In Bloom; for 9 – 13 years of age. This is a deep-cleansing and perfecting facial that addresses young, evolving skin as well as a great opportunity to learn about treating and preventing blemishes
Φ Blossom; for 11 plus. Either a relaxing scalp or foot massage.

Located on the fourth floor of the hotel, Sense, A Rosewood Spa at Rosewood Hotel Georgia is adjacent to a well-appointed fitness center offering state-of-the-art facilities and personal trainers as well as a 52′ indoor saltwater lap pool that is also available to guests booking treatments.

Nightly Rates at Rosewood Hotel Georgia start from $235 per room (£146)* per night in a deluxe room..

For more information visit www.rosewoodhotels.com

Panjiayuan weekend market is one of the best places to shop in China. Its history goes back to when traders from remote provinces brought goods old and new from all over China each weekend to sell and trade.

It became famous for its antiques, as people would bring in old pieces of ceramics, furniture, jewelry and other goods. While its still a great place to shop, the antiques tend to be fake. Its also forbidden to export real antiques so you could get them taken off you at the airport. Best to stick to newer and inexpensive goods.

We find it’s a wonderful place to buy gifts and souvenirs for our friends at home. For $10 or $20 you can buy something quite unique (at least from an overseas perspective).

Most tour companies in China will take their clients to commission shopping markets where prices are fixed and they receive a big share of the price. Things you find in the weekend market will be perhaps ten percent of the cost of buying the exact same thing in a commission tourist market with a bit of bargaining.

If you are learning Chinese it’s a great place to get some practice, but if you don’t the vendors still know how to communicate using basic Engish.

The China Guide (www.TheChinaGuide.com ) does not do any commission shopping, we just want you to have an honest and genuine shopping experience. Thus the Panjiayuan weekend market is fit onto our itineraries as often as possible.

Huge Demand Expected, with all Rooms Offering Sea Views and Genuine Butler Service

The St. Regis Doha, due to open in the coming months, will distinguish itself through its unique focus on service and the customer experience, according to Hal Philp, the recently-appointed Deputy General Manager.

With its executive team now in place, the St. Regis Doha is fully engaged in a pre-launch phase of recruitment, training and refinement, to ensure that the hotel is able to deliver superlative service upon opening.

Part of the Al Gassar Resort in Doha, the St. Regis Doha will be one of a select family of St. Regis properties in the world, and one of the first-ever in the Middle East.

“We are incredibly focused upon offering the level of service that our international guests expect, and so we are investing in the preparation necessary to ensure that everything within the hotel is up to St. Regis standards,” said Philp, who joins the Doha team from St. Regis Shanghai, and brings with him a wealth of experience of the luxury brand.

“Every guest is an individual with specific tastes and different ideas about what they want from their time in Doha, and our aim is to ensure that we are totally prepared to make their time an enjoyable one,” he added.

One of the major attractions of the new hotel will be its world-famous butler service, which will see every guest at the hotel greeted and supported by their own butler throughout the duration of their stay.

In addition, the St. Regis Doha will also offer concierge and personal shopper services, to ensure that guests are taken care of during their stay. Hal Philp has recently personally led a recruitment tour to interview hospitality professionals from key destinations around the world to fill these and other key positions.

All 336 guest rooms, including 70 suites, will have sea-views in an area of incredible marine beauty, as well as access to a diverse range of world-class facilities.

A planning committee is in place to work towards the hotel opening, with teams assigned to account for every detail.

Tareq Derbas, General Manager, St. Regis Doha, said: “With our complete executive team on-board, we are now positioned to move seamlessly towards the opening phase. Our service philosophy is to provide a truly bespoke experience for our guests, so we are investing in an intensive preparation stage to ensure that we are ready to deliver an immaculate product for our guests.”

With a splendid heritage dating back more than 100 years to the grand opening of The St. Regis New York by the esteemed Astor family, the St. Regis brand incorporates rich traditions into every aspect of customer service, from its century-old butler service to the tradition of fresh flowers in every room.

Today St. Regis hotels and resorts can be found across the globe, including landmark hotels in London, New York, Singapore, Bali – and soon Qatar.

Photobooth-ME has unveiled its latest innovations geared to enhance corporate events by creating fun ‘phototainment’ and social marketing at hotels for the hospitality/travel sectors.

Photobooth-ME founder and Director Carolyn Deed said that Photobooth-ME had created an extra dimension for the hospitality and events sectors by proving an interactive service that engages audiences, provides branded souvenir photos and has guests so excited that they can’t wait to share their photos via powerful social media. It’s really interesting to watch how hospitality management has evolved to keep up with technological advances made over the past decade.

“With Q4 fast approaching, there has been a number of approaches from hotels about having Photobooth-ME as a key feature at wedding receptions as well as their own end of year staff events,” Carolyn said.

“With more than 40 creative proposals currently provided to new clients, we are really looking forward to being hosted at a range of hotel venues as a part of some fantastic events in 2011/2012.”

Photobooth-ME is a digital photo-taking machine and online marketing tool that is used with great success at hotel-based events. For Q4 the current greatest demands are for:

- Staff Days

- Trade Show promotions and associated client entertainment

- Award Ceremonies and Gala Dinners

- Weddings

The Photobooth was a hit at Arabian Travel Market for RadissonBlu’s Around The World VIP party at DWTC.
The booth has also featured at trade show, award ceremonies, concerts and staff events at leading venues in the UAE.

“Photobooth-ME brought the internationally popular concept of high-end digital photobooth enclosures to the Middle East, incorporating the best in class for this market and constantly striving to innovate and keep each event fresh and different,” Carolyn said.

Photobooth-ME works to innovate, unveiling new additions every few weeks. The latest additions include GreenScreen backgrounds (want your guests to have photos in a beach setting? Look like international world travellers? Astronauts in space? No problem. Every background can be incorporated; Projection (proect the fun of the booth to the whole room); New Photo Designs (dozens of templates or design your own; DataCapture – let us help you know your customer and the exciting new addition of video (simultaneous video capture which can be converted as a viral video post event.

“Photobooth-ME is more than a photo-taking machine but a total ‘brand activation’ (excuse the buzzwords) service our customers like to call a great laugh-a-minute experience and our clients like to call very effective marketing,” Carolyn said.

For more details visit www.photobooth-me.com  or email bookings@photobooth-me,.com

About Photobooth-ME

Photobooth-ME is a talking instant-print pro-quality custome photo machine and brand marketing tool which uses the fun of event ‘phototainment’ to add extra life and energy in to a wide range of events, using fun candid digital photos to market corporate brands to social media audiences. The return of investment gained from using Photobooth-ME is significant – with traditional marketing methods people on average tell 3 friends about a good experience whereby with Photobooth-ME they tell ALL of their friends and work colleagues via photos that capture a great candid version of their personality and, often, a very happy moment in their lives.

DUBAI, UAE. Raffles Spa is a haven of living well, offering meaningful moments and opening doors to discovery. Featuring an exotic range of rejuvenating and pampering treatments inspired from Middle Eastern, European and Asian traditions, aimed to nurture the body and mind. Raffles Spa prides itself on offering customised, result-oriented luxury treatments in an enchanting private sanctuary. In line with this reputation, Trendz Ladies and Gents Salons in Raffles Spa has announced that it will be offering the EUOKO Whitening Facial for a limited time this Ramadan.

The EUOKO Whitening Facial is a 90 minute custom treatment specifically designed for both men and women looking to effectively lighten pigmentation, dark spots, freckles or sunspots or generally brighten their skins appearance. This exquisite treatment utilises EUOKO’s unique delivery system with nanotechnology, vital ingredients for plumping and lightening the skin such as highly concentrated peptides, vitamins, amino acids, lipolysis enhancers and melanin inhibitors delivered successfully in their purest form, resulting in an even skin tone. In addition, the treatment dramatically reduces the number of lines, wrinkles, dark circles and increases youthful cellular energy.

Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, EUOKO is an advanced luxury skincare brand that develops, markets and distributes scientifically-advanced, innovative skin treatments, targeting the most demanding class of luxury skincare customers. The brand consists of 27 treatments spanning five collections that offer comprehensive and effective solutions to skincare concerns. EUOKO is now represented in more than 20 countries through such leading retail partners as Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Harrods, Liberty of London, 10 Corso Como and Lane Crawford amongst others. For more information, visit www.euoko.com.

To book a EUOKO Whitening Facial at Raffles Spa, contact +971 4 9869 or email spa.dubai@raffles.com

ABOUT RAFFLES HOTELS & RESORTS

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nine luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to chic hotels in key locations around the world: in Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines, China and Turkey scheduled over the next two years.

With a compelling mix of cultures and styles, every hotel in the Raffles family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place. However, each one is proud to draw on the original Raffles tradition of delivering thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests.

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is owned by FRHI Holdings Ltd, a leading global hotel company with 98 hotels and resorts worldwide under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont and Raffles branded residences, Estates and luxury private residence club properties. www.raffles.com

Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ award-winning collection of legendary hotels includes:

Raffles Hotel, Singapore Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh, Cambodia Raffles Beijing Hotel, China Raffles Dubai, United Arab Emirates Raffles Tianjin, China Raffles Makkah Palace, Saudi Arabia Raffles Paris – Le Royal Monceau Raffles Praslin, Seychelles

Future additions include:

Raffles Makati, Philippines Raffles Sanya, Qingshui Bay, China Raffles Konottaa, Maldives Raffles Jakarta, Indonesia

Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E., – RAK Airways, a national carrier of the UAE, has expanded its route network with flights to Doha, Qatar. Effective July 5th 2011 RAK Airways will offer four flights a week to Doha.

RAK Airways CEO Omar Jahameh said, “By adding a sixth destination to our network we are providing travellers with a value offering to yet another exciting destination. The introduction of our Doha sector is in keeping with our strategic plan to add five new destinations to our growing route network before the end of the year.”

Jahameh explained the destination had been strategically chosen, “RAK Airways Doha flights will provide a value option to both business travellers, who can take advantage of the growing trade opportunities in Qatar and leisure travellers who will be able to enjoy all that the country has to offer especially in the lead up to the 2022 World Cup,” Jahameh concluded.

With the introduction of RAK Airways flights to Doha passengers from the Indian sub-continent will be able to take advantage of convenient connections to Qatar via Ras Al Khaimah.

Following Qatar’s recent 2022 World Cup win, business travellers are well placed to capitalize on the burgeoning opportunities in the country’s hospitality and tourism sector.

Doha is increasing in popularity as a tourist destination offering visitors a unique blend of cultural and entertainment attractions such as the Museum of Islamic Art and the Grand Mosque in addition to varied world-class shopping and dining options.

Included in the price of each RAK Airways flight to Doha is a full hot meal and beverages on-board all flights, a baggage allowance of 30kg per passenger as well as the normal hand baggage allowance and free shuttle service between RAK International Airport and the neighbouring emirates for each flight. RAK Airways also offers free parking for passengers who wish to drive to RAK International Airport which is 30 minutes away from Sharjah and 45 minutes away from Dubai.

Flights to Doha will be on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday leaving RAK International Airport at 14.45 and arriving in Doha at 14.45. Return flights from Doha will be on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday leaving at 15.45 and arriving at RAK International Airport at 17.45.

Bookings can be made online at www.rakairways.com; through phoning a 24-hour call centre on 971-7-2075000; through sales offices in Ras Al Khaimah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman and Umm Al-Quwain as well as Calicut, Cairo, Jeddah, Dhaka and Chittagong ; and through appointed travel agents.

RAK Airways is national carrier of United Arab Emirates established under Emiri Decree No: 3/2006. The airline is a private joint stock company incorporated in the RAK Investment Authority Free Zone with an authorized capital of AED 1.5 billion.

RAK Airways Chairman is Sheikh Omar Bin Saqr Al Qassimi; Sheikh Salem Bin Sultan Al Qassimi is the airline’s Vice Chairman and Omar Jahameh is RAK Airways Chief Executive Officer.

RAK Airways currently offers flights to Calicut, Jeddah, Cairo, Dhaka and Chittagong from Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.