OMAN BEACHES
4 nts with flights from £ 1579pp extra night from £ 219pp
SHANGRI-LA AL HUSN RESORT & SPA
5★ Muscat
ADULT ONLY
Perched on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Oman against the dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains , Shangri-La Al Husn is an exclusive retreat providing the highest level of luxurious and elegant hospitality for the most discerning traveller . Rooms and suites are amongst the largest and most luxurious in Oman , with an inviting decor inspired by royal Arabian palaces . Guests can enjoy access to the private beach , as well as complimentary mini bar , daily complimentary afternoon tea and pre-dinner cocktails and canapés .
Features : 180 rooms & suites • 2 restaurants ( plus 13 restaurants within the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort )• bars • infinity swimming pool • exclusive Luban spa • health club • private beach • complimentary shuttle service to downtown Muscat and Muttrah Souk • helipad • marina • vintage classic car museum • free WiFi
Accommodation : In deluxe rooms with bath and separate shower , free mini bar , Nespresso machine , safe and balcony .
Room upgrades : Deluxe sea view rooms from £ 34 • one bedroom suites which include butler service throughout stay from £ 167 • speciality suites from £ 295 .
Meals : Breakfast . Half board from £ 45 on a dine around basis at 7 venues .
Private transfers : 45 minutes from Muscat airport .
Note : Shangri-La Al Husn is a standalone resort , but guests are welcome to use the facilities at sister properties Al Waha and Al Bandar ( see page 180 ). Children 18 years and above are welcome .
PREMIER PLUS
FREE daily mini bar , FREE daily afternoon tea & FREE daily predinner cocktails & canapés .
Extra offers include : Early booking room discounts up to 42 %, suite benefits and honeymoons . Available on selected dates . Please ask for details .
Deluxe sea view room
4 nts with flights from £ 1839pp extra night from £ 149pp
AL BALEED RESORT SALALAH BY ANANTARA
5★ Salalah
Set between a stunning wide beach and a freshwater lagoon , this magnificent oasis is the first luxury villa resort of its kind in Salalah . Middle Eastern design reflects the region ’ s rich heritage and is inspired by coastal fortresses , while walkways are surrounded by towering palms , tropical gardens and lush water features . Relax at the exotic infinity pool , or soak up the sea view from the private shore . There are also all manner of leisure pursuits on land and sea to enjoy , and there ’ s the option to join a cooking or cocktail class before savouring gourmet world flavours or exquisite Middle Eastern delights .
One bedroom beach view pool villa
Features : 136 rooms & villas • 3 restaurants • bar • swimming pool
• children ’ s pool • Anantara spa • gym • tennis • yoga • badminton
• volleyball • table tennis • bicycle rentals • diving centre • non-motorised watersports • children ’ s and teens clubs • cooking & cocktail classes
• free WiFi
Accommodation : In deluxe garden view rooms with bath and separate shower , mini bar , safe and terrace .
Room upgrades : Deluxe sea view rooms from £ 69 • one bedroom lagoon villas from £ 195 • one bedroom beach pool villas available on request .
Meals : Breakfast . Half board from £ 61 and full board from £ 121 both on a dine around basis .
Private transfers : 15 minutes from Salalah airport .
Note : Compulsory Al Baleed Archaeological park fee of OMR 5 ( approx £ 10 ) per adult per stay is payable locally .
PREMIER PLUS
Early booking room discounts up to 25 %, FREE half board and children stay FREE : Available on selected dates . Please ask for details .
Deluxe garden view room
182 THE MIDDLE EAST why not enhance your stay with a desert or mountain experience ?