BULGARIA
Usually the beginning of June is the start of the
summer’s ancient festivities – the rituals cover almost the whole
territory of South East Bulgaria and represent an ancient
pagan performance, involving barefoot dancing on live embers inherited by the
Thracians* – bringing health, success and fertility throughout
the year. It is a unique mixture
of Christian beliefs.
More information
is available via the following link:- http://www.dudmc.com/Hot-News/Fire_Dancing.pdf
MALTA
To view the
latest Special Offers from our DMC - EC Meetings, more information is
available via the following link:-
http://www.ecmeetings.com/quicklinks/SpecialOffers/tabid/496/language/en-US/Default.aspx
We are also hosting an Educational to Malta on the 11th – 13th September (Cost £95.00).
The full details are below:-
Friday 19th June 2009
Friday - Fly to Malta via
flight KM101 at 10.50 from London Heathrow Terminal 4. We will arrive in Malta at
15.05 and will be met by EC Meetings and directed to the awaiting
transportation.
We will then transfer to the grand Palazzo
Parisio, a beautiful palace, ideal for upmarket
gala dinners where a welcome cocktail will be served.
We will then transfer to Razzett L-Abjad which
is a typical Maltese farmhouse. Razzett L-Abjad is surrounded by a vineyard and orange grove and
can cater for both indoor and outdoor functions.
Overnight at the Westin Dragonara Resort.
Saturday 20th June 2009
Saturday - Malta
has been a popular film location for over 50 years, playing host to major
productions on the scale of Troy
and Gladiator, as well as TV series, documentaries and commercials. The
unique cultural heritage, architectural legacy, natural locations, Mediterranean
setting and ideal climate have contributed to a constantly developing
film-servicing sector that is of considerable importance to the Maltese
economy.
The day’s activity will be
themed on the Movies and the guests will get to star in their own film. As
part of the activity, the guests will visit Valletta
and Malta’s
sister island Gozo. While the activity in Valletta will be on
foot, we will then fly out to Gozo and carry on the
activity in various types of vehicles.
With this activity, we hope to give
you an insight into the Maltese island’s culture and history as well as
show you what they have to offer as a destination.
Lunch will be served by the
seafront. After our relaxing lunch in the sun is over, we will drive back to
the Mgarr
Harbour and depart from
Gozo by speedboat heading towards Comino.
Following a couple of exciting cave
rides, we will stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters of the Blue Lagoon
(weather permitting). Afterwards transfer back to the hotel for some time at
leisure.
The evening will be spent cruising
on a Turkish gullet. While we cruise, waiters will serve canapés and drinks
while we relax onboard and enjoy the summer breeze.
Sunday 21st June 2009
Sunday
Meet in the hotel lobby for check
out. Luggage to be left with the concierge and stored in the luggage room of
the hotel.
This morning will be spent
participating in a CSR activity; details of which will be left as a
surprise until nearer the time.
After lunch, we will transfer to Malta International
Airport to check-in for flight KM102
departing at 16.55 and arriving in London
at 19.25.
MOROCCO
Unitours is delighted
to announce that the Mamounia Hotel will re-open on
the 29th of September 2009. It will comprise of a new Spa of 2500m² by
Shiseido and 3 restaurants
- "Le Maroc”, "Le Français " by Jean Pierre Vigato
and "L'Italien" by Don Alfonso.
For more information please visit the pre-opening website at www.mamounia.com
SPAIN
ITB DMC now have four
offices in Spain - Barcelona (for eastern Spain
and the Balearic Islands), Madrid (for the
central and northern parts of the country),
Costa del Sol (for Southern Spain and the Canary Islands) and a new office
in Valencia.
In response to the competitive nature of our
industry and the weakened value of the dollar & pound, ITB have endeavoured to cut costs and negotiate
the
best rates wherever possible in order to make Spain a viable destination.
For more news on our Partner DMC in Spain –
ITB DMC, please view the following link: http://www.viajesitb.es/news.php
IRELAND
If your top clients and highest achievers need some
extra special attention this year, then please read on for more of our DMCs ‘HIGH VALUE @ LOW COST’ ideas!
For more news on our partner DMC in Ireland and their exclusive offers,
please view the following link: http://www.dudmc.com/Newsletters/ireland_newsletter.pdf
JORDAN
Jordan has always
been a safe haven and one of the most unique destinations in the world; from
the warm hospitality of its people and the rich biblical and historical
sites, to the infrastructure in the destination, each cater exceptionally
well to the MICE business.
Aqaba is
the only coastline city of Jordan,
with inviting fringed palm trees and crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Aqaba.
5 things to do in Aqaba include:
. Snorkelling
& Diving
. Sailing
. Scuba
Diving
. Speed Boating
. Windsurfing
Exploring Ajloun
Ajloun is only a 50 minute journey from Amman, through pine forests and olive groves and past scores
of ancient sites, including water mills, forts and villages, all in
the beautiful hills and valleys of north Jordan. Nearby is the Ajloun Nature Reserve www.visitjordan.com/attractions/ajloun/nature.asp, a 13sqm² protected
area of outstanding beauty and diverse wildlife. Within the reserve are two
nature trails and chalet-style accommodation. The reserve is managed and
maintained
by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN).
The stylish Ajloun Reserve Camp
Located only 7km
from Petra, one of the Wonders of the World - King Areta’s
IV Camp (Helali Camp) offers a totally different
and unique experience, combining the
astonishing adventure of a visit to Petra with the pleasure of luxury
camping. All of the camp's highly qualified management and staff have
previously worked at a
variety of 5 star hotels, and the camp has at least 30 staff available around
the clock.
DANA gets ready to take its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List
"Dana, Jordan's
most popular natural reserve is preparing to be included on UNESCO's World
Heritage List, which includes more than 850 protected sites.
When added, Dana will become the Kingdom's first natural reserve to be included
the list and will join 3 archaeological sites: Petra, Um Al-Rasas
and Amra Caslte.
Dana was Jordan's
first attempt at ecotourism, which paved the way for six other protected
areas. The breathtaking reserve has
received 17,000 tourists in the
first half of 2008 and is home to 216 bird species, 38 types of mammal and
833 plant species", a recent report stated!
Hotel News
New Openings
Evason Ma'In Hot Springs & Six Senses Spa (opened Feb 09)
Lying at 264 metres
below sea level, Ma'In Hot Springs is the inspired
site for the well appointed Evason Ma'In Hot Springs & Six Senses Spa. Set like an oasis
in the dramatic terrain, the location is easily accessible and defines the
resort and spa experience in the Middle East
- making it a destination of choice for those
seeking the perfect retreat in which to relax and be pampered whilst enjoying
the therapeutic benefits of Ma'In and its hot
spring waterfalls.
Kempinski Hotel
Aqaba (opened 1st Jun 09)
"A
Jewel" on the Red Sea, this stunning resort style hotel is situated on
the shores of Aqaba's sandy beaches and the beautiful azure waters of the Red Sea.
All 202 rooms are designed in a contemporary style and offer amazing views of
the Red Sea. The resort is within walking
distance of the shopping and business
districts of downtown Aqaba and allows direct access to an array of leisure,
sporting and entertainment facilities.
Future Hotel Openings
1. Holiday Inn Dead Sea
(opening 1st Sept 09)
2. Movenpick
Tala Bay (opening 1st Aug 09)
Upon opening this beautiful resort will boast 306 rooms, including Jordan's
only purpose built family rooms. Set on a long stretch of a private beach,
the resort
will have a diving centre, a shopping arcade and children's activity centre,
complete with separate swimming pool. It features a unique combination of 3
swimming pools, lazy rivers, and a giant waterslide.
Check
with us for free nights during the summer season with our preferred hotels
throughout Jordan!
WASHINGTON
On behalf of our represented DMC –
Capitol Services Inc, we are delighted to present their Summer Newsletter to
you; bringing you the latest news from Washington
DC.
Please use the following link to view this:- http://www.dudmc.com/Newsletters/washington_newsletter.pdf
