This summer, InterContinental Hotels Group presents a myriad of vacation options with special weekend rates available any day of the week. Whether you are seeking to be immersed in an historical journey, be allured by cultural diversity or simply relax and unwind, the Group’s Crowne Plaza properties cater to all tastes.
The ‘Summer Weekends’ value is available at over 60 InterContinental Hotel Group properties across the globe, including the GCC, Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan with packages starting from as little as US $76 per night including breakfast. The special weekend rates are available seven days a week throughout the summer from May 15 to September 30th. 2006.
Travel back in time and discover 9000 years of history at the Crowne Plaza Petra. Set against the breathtaking view of the Petra Mountains, the hotel is only steps away from the visitor's entrance to the siq and the old city with its world famous archaeological sites.
The property, featuring 147 deluxe rooms and suites, also includes 31 renovated hillside chalets and 41 guesthouse rooms tucked into the Petra rock face overlooking the visitor's entrance the site.
Guests can take in the mesmerising view of canyon from the terrace bar, indulge and pamper themselves with the Jacuzzi and sauna or get in some action on one of the properties three tennis courts.
For a cultural experience, the Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi presents a world of discovery at your fingertips. Located within walking distance of the commercial and shopping district of the UAE’s capital, the Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi is the resort destination for those looking to experience life in a desert oasis. The hotel has 236 luxurious rooms including 49 suites, as well as a Roman-style rooftop swimming pool, and gives access to a number of outdoor activities, from simply lazing on golden beaches to sand-skiing and desert safaris.
For the most seasoned traveller, Abu Dhabi presents an exotic mix of local culture and tradition and futuristic ventures, with art lovers able to select from a number of musical and artistic exhibitions as well as film festivals and workshops throughout the city. The architecture of the city itself has preserved the old-world feel of the region and is a sight to behold. Some of the region’s most breathtaking traditional mosques surround the greenery of the Corniche, Abu Dhabi’s scenic outdoor recreation spot. Offering visitors kilometres of green parkland, the Corniche is a popular destination for joggers and cyclists and features a number of traditional restaurants and shops.
Additional Abu Dhabi attractions include the Al Ain Zoo, with one of the largest animal collections in the world and Hili Fun City, the largest theme park in the region, with over 40 rides and other attractions.
Experience the vibrant and diverse offering of Lebanon at the Crowne Plaza Beirut. With 198 guest rooms overlooking the Mediterranean, the Crowne Plaza Beirut combines elegance and luxury with the latest hi-tech equipments and amenities. The hotel provides guests with a broad offering of services and facilities including the chance to discover the sites and sounds of Lebanon through organized tours to various parts of the country, including trips to a vineyard, as well as to places of historical interest. Fitness enthusiasts who prefer to stay indoors can still enjoy the sites of Lebanon with the hotel’s fitness club, Gym 20, offering panoramic views of the mountains, sea and city.
For guests wanting to simply relax and enjoy the surrounds, can absorb the views over the Mediterranean and the Lebanese mountains from Top 21, the hotels rooftop restaurant.
‘Summer Weekends’ breaks at Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts across the region can be booked with toll-free calls to the InterContinental Hotels Group Middle East Central Reservations Office in Dubai from Bahrain (80000 880), Egypt (0800-4433322), Jordan (0800-22666), Kuwait (473 2100 ext 6233), Lebanon (01 426-801 – ask operator to connect to the 866 866 7556), Oman (800 777 999), Pakistan (0800 909 971234), Qatar (00800 971234), Saudi Arabia (800 897 1465), and the UAE (800 4642).
Bookings can also be made on line at www.ichotelsgroup.com
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