Dubai, Unique Environment is Full of Surprises

LONDON, May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

The Atlantis Hotel Dubai (http://www.virginholidays.co.uk/brochures/worldwide/holidays/the_middle_east/dubai_and_beyond/atlantis_the_palm/) is a brand new lavish marine-themed resort combining luxury with unique attractions. The most unique feature of the Atlantis Hotel Dubai is the Ambassador Lagoon containing over 65,000 fish and marine life, including schools of sharks, manta ray and brightly coloured fish, such to keep the kids occupied. If that's not enough then the biggest new water park Aquaventure should be! With thrill rides, water cascades, slides and river-rides there is enough to keep the whole family entertained. After a day spent in the water park head to one of the 16 restaurants and bars at Atlantis Hotel Dubai and enjoy some dinner or drinks.

Exclusive to Virgin Holidays in the UK, is the brand new Hilton Ras al Khaimah Resort & Spa (http://www.virginholidays.co.uk/brochures/worldwide/holidays/the_middle_east/dubai_and_beyond/hilton_ras_al_khaimah_resort__spa/). Distinctly Arabesque in style, the design is sumptuously magical with rich, earthy colours, romantically dimmed lanterns and exotic furnishings. The Hilton Ras al Khaimah Resort & Spa boasts an unrivalled location in a private bay offering 1.5 kilometres of beautiful sandy beach. For those in need of pampering, there are fantastic spa facilities including a traditional Turkish Hammam bath and 9 treatment rooms. The Hilton Ras al Khaimah Resort & Spa also boasts 3 wonderful free-form swimming pools to laze by, a fully equipped fitness centre and water sports in abundance. If you feel like exploring, there are dune safaris to tempt you and trips to the breathtaking Musandam Fjords in a traditional Dhow boat.

A great choice for a city break with a difference is Dubai. Dubai Hotels (http://www.virginholidays.co.uk/brochures/worldwide/holidays/the_middle_east/dubai_and_beyond/hotels.aspx) combine the ancient culture with the modern day to give a break with a difference. This unique environment is full of surprises, where else would you find an ice rink in the middle of the desert? Shopping is the central part to any Dubai Holiday, from haggling in the marketplace for a bargain or taking advantage of the tax free shopping. Dubai Hotels are great chance to relax and unwind in pure luxury and to release the stresses and strains of everyday life in the warm waters of the Persian Gulf.

Virgin Holidays is the UK's leading Worldwide Holiday Company with adventures to the USA, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle and Far East, the Indian Ocean and Australasia, the chose is endless for your next cheap family holiday (http://www.virginholidays.co.uk/). As one of the top travel companies in the UK, Virgin Holidays strives to deliver amazing cheap family holidays to all customers. The brand is particularly known for the 'magic touches and 'added sparkle' customers have come to expect whatever destination they choose. Virgin Holidays has become synonymous with honesty and reliability, delivered with a sense of fun and an innovative twist.

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Notes to editors

3 nights at the Hilton Ras al Khainmah Resort & Spa from GBP469 saving up to GBP190

Three nights in Dubai with Virgin Holidays, including scheduled flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow direct to Dubai accommodation at the 5V Hilton Ras al Khainmah Resort & Spa on a B&B basis. Prices based on 2 adults travelling and sharing a standard room, price includes all applicable taxes and fuel surcharges which are subject to change. Prices are based on departures 19 - 26 May 2011 if booked by 31 May 11.

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