Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 20 August, 2017 2:45 pm |

With the long weekend almost upon us, there is no better time to escape with One&Only Resorts than right now.  Whether you are looking for an oasis right on your doorstep, ultimate relaxation on a tropical island, an immersive experience at a nature reserve down under, or a cultural immersion in the Mother City that is Cape Town, there is a One&Only destination for everyone.  Make this Eid al Adha one you won’t forget by creating everlasting memories with One&Only.             

 

Stay close to home this Eid and discover the allure and beauty of One&Only Royal Mirage and One&Only The Palm.  Indulge in the blissful refuge of One&Only The Palm. Perfect for families and couples looking to escape city life, One&Only The Palm is a true oasis of tranquility and style. Experience the culinary artistry of French three Michelin-starred Chef Yannick Alléno as he oversees all culinary offerings at the resort including his namesake restaurant STAY by Yannick Alléno, ZEST and 101 Dining Lounge and Marina where guests can enjoy the perfect sunset. Time at the Guerlain Spa and experiencing the bespoke and unique treatments is a must or enjoying a day at the iconic pool with a private cabana to cool down with your family.  UAE residents can enjoy 20% off the best available room rate with no minimum requirement, inclusive of breakfast. For the couples, the Romance in Style package, if booked for a minimum of two nights, includes a romantic dinner for two at any of the restaurants, savings of 25% on any Guerlain Spa treatment, and complimentary afternoon tea and daily breakfast. The Summer Suite Dreams Offer, is inclusive of 30% savings on the best available rate when booking a suite for two nights or more, 25% savings on Guerlain Spa treatments, and complimentary access to Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm and daily breakfast. Both offers are valid until 30 September 2017.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press pause at Dubai’s most iconic resort, set across 65 acres of lush scented gardens with roaming peacocks and traditional Oriental Hammam, or keep up with the kids with a full day of water sports this Eid at One&Only Royal Mirage, which offers three distinctive experiences at The Palace, Arabian Court and the Residence & Spa. With the Dubai city skyline just behind, a long stretch of private beach with views and a horizon that seems never ending, the resort offers guests a touch of traditional Arabia with an urban backdrop. A mini break offer is available for UAE residents including complimentary dinner for two, 25% discount on water sports as well as at the One&Only Spa or Oriental Hamman, and two Aquaventure passes with a minimum of two nights stay. For a minimum of three nights, the Family Travelling in Style package offers a 20% saving off the first room and 50% off the second room for children. Additionally, the offer also includes a complimentary Aquaventure Waterpark day pass per person per stay with a complimentary shuttle service. The UAE Resident Offer and Family Package are available until 29 September 2017. Like its sister resort, One&Only Royal Mirage is also offering the Summer Suite Dreams package which is available until 30 September 2017. 

 

 

Bask in the luxury of escaping to a private island where every detail has been considered this Eid at the award-winning One&Only Reethi Rah. Dotted along a string of coral atolls and surrounded by the wonders of the Indian Ocean, the resort is situated on one of the largest islands in the North Malé Atoll in the Maldives.  The superb all-villa resort offers guests unprecedented privacy, spectacular turquoise lagoons and powder white sand beaches. As one of the largest islands in the Maldives, the resort offers a multitude of leisure activities to keep children or adults entertained throughout their stay and the two-bedroom villas offer families plenty of space and a private pool to enjoy. As much entertainment as there is for kids, there is enough space for couples wanting to enjoy some time alone.  Spend your Eid weekend relaxing, or opt for some adventure with activities for guests of all ages. For those looking to pamper and rejuvenate, the Spa and Wellness Package offers two for one spa treatments at One&Only Spa, personal training sessions and a One&Only wellness gift when booking for a minimum of four nights. With the Early Bird, Pay Three Stay Four Package, guests can enjoy a complimentary night when booking four consecutive nights, as well as enjoy half board and return shared boat transfers for two complimentary. For families visiting the resort, children up to the age of 11 years stay, transfer and dine for free when staying for a minimum of four nights. Offers are valid for travel until 18 December 2017.

 

 

 

 

For those looking to really get away from the summer heat an adventure to Cape Town or The Blue Mountains in Australia might just be the perfect holiday. Connect with nature with a trip to the pristine Australian countryside. A scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive from Sydney, nestled within the Greater Blue Mountains and part of a 7,000-acre wildlife reserve, lies Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley. Guests visiting the resort are guaranteed the thrill of seeing hundreds of kangaroos, hearing the soothing sounds of the multitude of exotic birds and catch sight of the night-roaming wombat. A place to truly relax and rejuvenate whilst amongst nature, explore the region on horseback, or in a 4WD on a nocturnal night safari or enjoy star gazing where all the stars are at their brightest and no city lights are in sight. Offering guests a range of holistic treatments, the One&Only Spa focuses on reducing stress and enhancing wellbeing, with experiences ranging from pure relaxation to unique, signature wellness journeys, utilizing Australia’s premium Sodashi chemical-free range. Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley, together with iconic Australian brand, R.M. Williams and guest chef Lennox Hastie of Firedoor restaurant, will host the ‘Ultimate Australian Weekend’ from 1 to 3 September. Guests will experience unforgettable bushland adventures, stunning local cuisine and wines, campfire tales under starry skies and the spectacular surrounds of Australia’s ultra-luxury resort. They will also gain a unique insight into the world of a truly iconic Australian brand and enjoy a gourmet barbecue prepared by one of the country’s hottest chefs.

 

Connect with friends or family in the ‘Mother City’, where One&Only’s first urban resort, One&Only Cape Town, is located within walking distance of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. With breathtaking and sweeping views of the iconic Table Mountain, this resort is situated right at the heart of all the action. Offering guests the opportunity to experience bespoke art tours in a city fast becoming the place to go to see the latest in art, or an Insta-walk around the hidden treasures of the city and capture ‘Instagrammable’ moments, there is always something new to discover. Guests wanting to stay at the resort have the opportunity to stay four nights and only pay for three and to use this offer consecutively too (stay eight nights and only pay for six). One&Only Cape Town has also recently launched the first ever Bubbly Suite by Dom Pérignon in Africa offering a truly unique experience. Guests enjoying the exceptional two-night experience are invited to immerse themselves in a myriad of carefully curated Dom Pérignon encounters not only in the suite itself but throughout the award-winning resort.  Families will love packages inclusive of complimentary meals for kids, daily excursions and unlimited ice cream.  Balance your adventure with some relaxation and extra space with one of the luxurious suites with offers of 25% and 15% savings on pre-bookings.

 

 

 

Celebrate the moment overlooking the dramatic coastline of the Sea of Cortez at the ultra-luxury retreat in Los Cabos, One&Only Palmilla. Perfect for families, friends and couples alike, the resort offers authentic and immersive experiences across culinary options; from Jean-Georges Vongerichten and the much-loved Chef Larbi Dahrouch, activities including surfing, stand-up paddle boarding or relaxing at the One&Only Spa which offers a wellness, fitness and beauty programme that is second to none. Guest rooms and suites have been designed with ultimate relaxation in mind with private terraces or patios, pools and luxurious day-beds for lounging and soaking in the summer rays and endless vistas. The genuinely warm staff, including some of the best personal butlers according to loyal guests of the resort, are also a reason that guests choose to return to One&Only Palmilla year after year. The Only Us Romance package requires a minimum three-night stay and guests will receive the fourth night complimentary and also enjoy dinner at the award-winning Agua by Larbi and experience Tequila, Mezcal and Chocolate tastings. Perfect for families, the Sweet Family Escape requires a four-night minimum stay and offers one night on a complimentary basis with two children up to 12 years old eating for free, and also includes 3-hour complimentary babysitting. Both offers are valid until 30 September 2017.

 

Serenity will surround you along the tranquil shores of Paradise Island in The Bahamas, where the legendary and iconic One&Only Ocean Club is known for its timeless elegance and sophistication. The newly enhanced Dune restaurant by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and OCEAN restaurant along the gorgeous infinity pool ensure guests have a variety of dining options. Savour the beauty of the island by taking a bicycle ride on the resort grounds, walking through the Versailles Gardens, or enjoying daily morning yoga. Book the Villa Retreat with a minimum three-night stay and receive private roundtrip airport transfers, daily in-villa breakfast, 24-hour butler service, chef’s selection of canapés served each evening, and many more Villa amenities. When booking this offer and staying for five nights, receive the fifth night complimentary. Offer is valid until 12 December 2017. Similar to One&Only Palmilla, One&Only Ocean Club also offers the Only Us Romance package as well as the Sweet Family Escape, and both are available until 3 October 2017.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This year, One&Only looks forward to welcoming back guests to the existing portfolio, but also looks forward to introducing One&Only Nyungwe House on 1 October, an ultra-luxury nature resort set in the green mountains of Southern Rwanda where animals roam and people are few.  Plan your next adventure with a one-of-a-kind experience in one of the most remote and pristine forests of Africa.  2017 will also be the year of the rebirth of One&Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius.  The legendary resort will re-open on 1 December following a major refurbishment, and offer guests luxurious two and three-bedroom suites set along a pristine beach with a turquoise lagoon.  Whatever escape looks like to you, One&Only has it all.

 

For reservations and for more information on Family Eid Offers, please visit: oneandonlyresorts.com/eid-offers and for all other offers, please visit: oneandonlyresorts.com/offers.  All offers are subject to availability, and have additional terms and conditions that do apply per resort.