UAE National Day break: Travel experts reveal top holiday deals for long weekend

With the UAE National Day holidays, which mark the last long weekend of the year, coming up, travel aggregators have introduced new packages - many that do not burn a hole in the pocket.

Travel firms have come up with staycation and outbound packages for central Asian and European countries.

Packages to the Caucasian region are available at Dh2599 and the serene Maldives at Dh2799.

Holiday Factory, a popular travel agency, has introduced a National Day holiday package at a discounted price of Dh349 per head a day to Hilton Resort in Ras Al Khaimah.

A three-night package to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan from Dubai is introduced at Dh2599 from November 30 to December 4.

However, if you want to experience the natural beauty and serene waters of the Maldives, you can avail of the package starting at just Dh2799 with many departures from the UAE.

Travel industry experts say that the most in-demand countries are the Schengen ones, but due to delays in visa appointments, UAE residents are keen on visiting countries with easy visa approvals.

“Considering the delay in Schengen visa, we have introduced inland packages to many countries depending on the guest’s preferences,” said Libin Varghese, sales director at Rooh Tourism and Travels. Kazakhstan, Serbia and the Central European countries do not require a Schengen Visa.

“Guests can book their tickets on their own and on their preferred dates - we will take care of the inland package including accommodation, food, sightseeing, and adventure activities,” added Varghese, noting that they have multiple packages starting at just Dh1200.

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