OSSN International Conference 2009
Dubai “City of Merchants"

April 16-21, 2009

The Sunshine City

Agents using the OSSN group air on EmiratesAir will be met upon arrival in Dubai at the International airport where our representatives will assist with your transfer and luggage to the hotel. Our OSSN host hotel is the Royal Ascot, located in the popular BUR DUBAI area, just walking distance from shopping and additional dining opportunities. For those who arrive early your day will be at your leisure to rest, have lunch and relax and get ready for the action packed days ahead! For those who arrive a bit later on other OSSN Group flights on Emirates Air, you will also be met and transferred to our host hotel. We will enjoy a special welcome dinner at our hotel this evening.

(Welcome dinner included) (D)

This morning after breakfast at the hotel, OSSN participants will depart for a half-day tour of the city. This is a fascinating tour through the city of Dubai, also referred to as the City of Gold. The journey begins at the magnificent Jumeirah Mosque and continues along the Jumeirah road, which is most luxurious urban area in Dubai. Pass in front of the Mercato themed shopping mall and stop for photographs at the Burj Al Arab Hotel (Arab Tower). Then head along the skyscraper area of Sheikh Zayed Road, also referred to as “Little Manhattan”, where we pass by the Emirates Towers and the Dubai World Trade Centre. Then we drive along the Abeel road, passing by the Palace of Sheikh Mohammad, as well as the Rashid Palace, (No Photography). From here, head towards the Dubai Creek, where we also make a stop for photographs of the Creek side. Thereafter you proceed towards ‘the Bastakiya district’ which is the old part of Dubai where you find the old – wind tower houses, which were built by the wealthy merchants of the past. The next stop is the 150 year old Al Fahidi Fort Museum, which shows some interesting artifacts that throw light on Dubai’s historical links with trading and pearl diving. The tour then takes us to the Abra Station, (the ancient water taxi ferry) to take a short ride across the “creek.” Before ending the tour walk through the famous Spice and Gold Souqs which will dazzle your senses and give you an insight into Dubai’s growth as a major trading center.

The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure.

This evening we will experience a romantic dinner aboard a traditional “Arabic Dhow” that glides silently along the “creek of Dubai” under a starry sky. This cruise aboard this traditional wooden vessel offers an intriguingly different view of this amazing city. You will see many other wooden vessels, which still brave the open seas to deliver it's goods to far away places, as well as the super modern Yacht's and ships. Enjoy the scenery by night with its beautifully lit city, which is truly mesmerizing. Admire the architecture of places such as the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, the spectacular Chamber of Commerce building and also Sheikh Saeed’s house and the Heritage Village. A sumptuous dinner is served whilst you cruise along. Enjoy the delicious taste of true Arabian hospitality. This unforgettable romantic evening cruise includes an international buffet dinner. Relax! Indulge! Enjoy! Return to your hotel for the night. (B,D)

Special Bedouin Evening in the Desert!

Breakfast is at the hotel followed by morning at leisure.

This afternoon around 1500 hrs, OSSN will head out to the desert of a Desert Safari Extravaganza!! Proceed to the high dunes to do ‘dune bashing’. For OSSN’s adventurous members, the driver takes you on a roller coaster ride, dune after dune, before giving you a short break at a camel farm to see the ‘ship of the desert’. Wait at the top of one of high dunes watch a magical sunset.

Drive to a Bedouin camp after sunset, where you are welcomed in traditional Arabic style with dates and Arabic coffee. Settle in for the evening to the sound of the Arabic music and belly dancer giving a glimpse of Arabian culture.

While the music plays on, we’ll enjoy an open bar and appetizers. OSSN members may enjoy having their hands painted with beautiful designs drawn by “henna artists” while the men can smoke the ‘sheesha’ (Hookah) popularly know as the hubbly-bubbly. End the evening with a sumptuous barbeque dinner and a belly dance show performed by an expert dancer. Return to the hotel by 4x4 vehicles after an evening that will definitely be a memorable one!

Return to your hotel for the night (B, D)

Today, the choice is yours! This day can be one that you decide exactly what you want to see or do in Dubai. Take off on your own and shop, snow ski, tour the “souks” again to delight in the treasures to be found there. If you have a particular adventure in mind, and would like OSSN to help you arrange a special tour that you have dreamed of, we would be glad to have our partners at Eastbound Tours to assist you, as well.

This evening, we will transfer over to the fabulous Azamara Cruises’ Azamara Quest for an evening of special luxury aboard this lovely ship! How exciting to experience their premier service while they overnight in one of the most exotic ports in the world!

Breakfast is at the hotel.

Today a full day tour to Abu Dhabi is organized. Depart the hotel after breakfast for Abu Dhabi located at a distance of just 100miles. One of the richest and most modern cities of the world, Abu Dhabi is the capital of UAE and the center of oil business and administration of the country. Built on a natural sand island, the emirate includes a number of offshore islands and vast expanses of desert. The city is renowned for its lush greenery, planned development and beautiful cornice. The city also includes mangrove swamps, fine beaches and coral reefs. Abu Dhabi also offers some spectacular desert scenery.

Your tour to Abu Dhabi begins with a trip to the Women’s Craft Centre, Al Husn Palace, the longest cornice going up to the end of the break water that stretches out into the sea with a view of the city’s splendid skyline. The trip then takes you to Mina Souk – the largest carpet market in the region followed by a drive through the palace grounds of the Ruler. The tour includes a lunch at a local restaurant. (B,L)

Some OSSN members will depart the hotel at approximately 10:30 PM if they are boarding the 2:00 AM departure to JFK.

Breakfast is at the hotel. Later you will be transferred to airport to board your home bound flight. (B)

Price per OSSN Member $1495.
Non member Add $100.

INCLUSIONS:

• Accommodation as for 5 nights/ 6 days as indicated above on Bed & Breakfast basis
• Welcome Dinner at the hotel
• Transport services using Air-conditioned Large Coach
• Half Day City Tour by Large Coach with English Speaking Guide
• Desert / Dune Safari Dinner
• Excursion to Abu Dhabi with Lunch
• Dhow Cruise
• Special Evening and Dinner on Azamara Cruises’ Azamara Quest

EXCLUSIONS:

• Any air fare / airport taxes / insurance / visa fees.
• Any items of a personal nature such as tips to drivers / guides / waiters

Visa: No visa is required for US citizens for entry into Dubai

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