Creative Holidays’ 2012 Arabian Peninsular program is now on agents’ shelves, presenting a comprehensive range of accommodation, sightseeing and extended touring in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, and for the first time, Qatar.

Paul McGrath, managing director, Creative Holidays said, “We’ve released our 2012 Arabian Peninsular brochure, extending into Qatar and brochuring a vast range of new properties, sightseeing and extended touring across the region.

“Since we first launched the program in 2008, we’ve seen consistent growth year-on-year, with Australians enjoying the unique culture, variety of sightseeing and experiences, tax-free shopping, world-class golf courses, gold and spice souks, and so much more.

“It’s this appeal, combined with excellent airline choices servicing the region, which has driven bookings and really opened the area up to Australians. The increased air-capacity flying into Abu Dhabi, as well as increased promotion and exposure of the city, has led to the destination heralding itself as the ‘it’ place to visit in 2012, while Dubai and Oman are also predicted to continue to perform well.
 
“The introduction of Qatar in our 2012 product collection comes on the back on Qatar Air’s flights from Melbourne into the region, ensuring we continue to provide product to suit the needs of Australian travellers.

“We’ve also worked to deliver a choice of new tours in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Oman to showcase the destination in a different way. Some of which include At the Top, a trip to the top of the Burj Khalifa, Boating Adventure, taking travellers around the seas of Dubai, Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi and in Oman, the Heights of Haijar, Sunset Dhow Cruise and
Amazing Oman extended tour.

“More than 18 new hotels, each carefully vetted by our experienced product team based on location, facilities and value for money have also been contracted. This ensures we continue to provide for all markets, delivering a quality range of properties ranging from three to five-star in quality.

“In Jumeirah Beach, with construction around the area now almost complete, we have increased our hotel range, as it’s a great place to walk around the shops, dine or take a dip in the ocean. Some of the new properties introduced for 2012 include; Jumeirah Zabeel Saray – a wonderful new Ottoman period style hotel on The Palm, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach, Movenpick Jumeirah Beach, Atlantis the Palm and Sofitel Jumeirah Beach.

“While once commonly renowned solely as a stop-over, travellers are increasingly staying in the region for longer periods and we recommend, with the ever-changing choice and variety, that agents encourage their clients to do just that - stay a little longer to really soak up the mystical Arabian nights and take the time to explore, dine, shop and relax”.

NEW OMAN: Amazing Oman independent touring – 8 days, 7 nights from $2526 per person, twin share (land only). Showcasing the unique and diverse scenery, history and culture of Oman with visits to Muscat, Barka, Jebel Shams, Nizwa, Wahiba Sands and Sur. Highlights include a city tour of Muscat, a visit to the 350 year old Nakhl Fort and picnic lunch at the hot springs, the beautiful villages of the Hajjar Mountains, the 17th century Nizwa Fort and famous silver souk, a Bedouin house visit, roller coaster ride over the Wahiba Sands, a chance to see nesting green turtles at Ras Al Jinz and the opportunity to swim at the beautiful Fins Beach. Price includes accommodation, many meals, English speaking guide, transfers, private saloon car and 4WD transport and entrance fees. Departs daily 1 November, 2011 to 31 October, 2012. Groups limited to two guests.

NEW DUBAI: 5-star Jumeirah Emirates Tower priced from $116 per person, per night, twin share (land only) in a Deluxe Room, including full breakfast daily. Perfectly located in the heart of Dubai alongside Sheikh Zayed Road, a few minutes walk from the Dubai Metro Station. Guests enjoy 15 restaurants and bars, two fitness centres, complimentary Wi-Fi internet, gym and Talise Spa.

NEW ABU DHABI: 4-star Traders Qaryat Al Beri priced from $57 per person, per night, twin share (land only) in a Deluxe Room, including full breakfast daily. Located on a private beach overlooking the strait that separates Abu Dhaib Island from the mainland, and just 10 minutes drive from Abu Dhabi Airport, guests have access to restaurants and Spa at Shangri-la and the souk at Qaryat Al Beri, complimentary broadband internet access, gym and pool.