EASTER BLESSINGS! A World of Family Fun Awaits in OMAN!

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World of Family Fun!

Book by:

08 DEC 24

Travel dates:

04 APR 25 - 11 APR 25

Price is per person based:

2 adults

2 children

Regional Departure Supplements:

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) - +£370pp

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - +£150pp

Offer ID:

19552

An Oasis for Families

Set amidst rugged mountains along the pristine coastline, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa - Al Waha Hotel is Oman's first hotel dedicated to families.

Developed in the traditional Dhofari architectural style, it comprises 262 rooms that offer sparkling sea or lush garden views from either a private balcony or furnished floor-level patio, Al Waha features oasis-like swimming pools, a children's pool, and a splash pad. Oman's only lazy river connects Al Waha to the town of Al Bandar, where a wealth of culinary delights are waiting to be discovered.

Al Waha Family Room - Ideal for families or groups of friends travelling together, Al Waha Family Rooms offer the luxury of abundant space with sweeping views over the gardens and pools towards the Sea of Oman. Comprised of two interconnecting rooms, these spacious havens feature an array of amenities designed for guests who are young or young at heart from a PlayStation to a DVD player and more.

EASTER 2025 School Holidays
Luxurious 5-star hotel
Kids Club
Secluded spa and diverse dining options
Inter-connecting Family Room on a half-board basis
Departures from London, Manchester and Edinburgh
Seaside Oasis with rugged mountains
return private car airport transfers in Oman

An elite retreat for families with serene views - Easter school holidays!

The price is based on 2 adults and 2 children (up to 11 years old) sharing a Family Room (two connecting rooms) on a half-board basis at the 5* Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa - Al Waha Hotel in Oman. Flights are with Emirates Airlines via Dubai and depart Manchester on 4th April 2025 for 7 nights and include return private car airport transfers in Oman.

London Heathrow (Direct flight on Oman Air) from £2455pp, Edinburgh from £2235pp (Emirates Airlines via Dubai) - both based on a 6-night stay plus one night on the outbound flight.

Offer code: 1273104 Total family price from £8340

Your Flight

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Lounges

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With its hub in the iconic city state of Dubai, Emirates is an award winning airline with a fleet of 256 Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft. Free Wifi on every aircraft, 4,000 channels of entertainment and a route network of 140 cities in over 70 countries have ll contributed to Emirates becoming the airline of choice for travellers accross the world.

Sit back and unwind in the perfect living space in the sky. Enjoy 180 degree fully flat beds on the A380 and lie flat luxury seats on the Boeing 777. Expereince the attention to detail that makes an Emirates flight unique. Plug in your laptop to the in-seat power to write your latest blog post. Or call and send emails to people on the ground with our Wi-Fi, mobile phone and data roaming services on select aircraft. Relax to the latest tunes, or explore new worlds with our award-winning ice inflight entertainment. Ambient lighting helps you adjust to your new time zone, so you can arrive ready to take on the day.

A380 Business Class Seat

A seat that seamlessly reclines into a fully flat bed with a soft, comfy mattress and a cosy blanket - hello sweet dreams!

Dining onboard the A380

Whether you’re on a short or long haul flight, expect your meals to be served on Royal Doulton fine bone china along with cutlery exclusively made for Emirates by Robert Welch.

Explore the world with every bite

Savour a traditional Arabic mezze when you’re flying from Dubai. Tuck into a Mauritian chicken curry on your way to Mauritius or a moqueca from Brazil. Our chefs are always learning about regional cuisines and techniques to give you a taste of your destination even before you land.

Stir your senses

Get a refreshing welcome with a complimentary glass of champagne served as soon as you arrive on board. And it just gets better, with a wide selection of cocktails, fine wines and spirits to choose from throughout your flight.

Step into our Onboard Lounge

Choose from our curated selection of fine wines and spirits and enjoy the fresh fruit, canapes and pastries at our A380 Onboard Lounge. We’d be happy to mix you a specialty cocktail too while you unwind with friends or make new ones.

Business Class Amenity Pack

Emirates has partnered with luxury Italian brand Bulgari for its latest designs of the airline’s exclusive kit bags. The new set of amenity kits for both First and Business Class feature Bulgari’s woody floral fragrance – Eau Parfumée au thé noir - and contain skincare essentials to keep customers feeling fresh and pampered throughout the flight. Eight additional designs are available in Business Class – four for men and four for women. The amenity kits are available on long-haul overnight flights.

Business Class Amenity Pack

Boeing 777 Business Class Seat

Amenities include a conveniently located mini-bar, one of the industry’s largest personal TV screens at 23 inches, and the latest touchscreen controller for the seat and award-winning ice inflight entertainment system. Customers have a USB port to charge their devices, a HDMI port to stream content from their personal devices directly onto the IFE screen, as well as improved lighting options for reading as well as relaxing in their seat. There is privacy panel between seats, a literature pocket, foot rest, shoe stowage area, and large personal meal table. The seat feature colour tones of dark and light grey, accentuated with burled walnut veneers.

It’s Economy Class that feels like an upgrade. Sit back in comfort, and lose yourself in the latest films and TV shows. Refreshing drinks and meals inspired by your destination. Live sports and over 1,500 movies to choose from. Caring service and free Wi-Fi. You get so much more onboard on Emirates in Economy Class.

Inflight entertainment

Fly better with over 4,500 channels on the award-winning inflight entertainment system, ICE. Economy Class passengers get the industry’s largest in-seat screens at 13.3 inches- bigger than most laptop screens!

Information

Inflight airshow - Follow your flight's progress on our moving map, and see the world from 40,000ft with our external cameras. Get weather, news and sport reports and information about your flight to your screen. You can listen to your music, radio or podcasts uninterrupted while you explore.

Communications

Onboard Wi-Fi- Enjoy two hours of free text messaging on WhatsApp, iMessage, Facebook Messenger, Viber Chat or WeChat. Or use 20MB of free data within two hours of logging into our OnAir onboard Wi-Fi. You can also choose from data plans that help you to do more online throughout your flight.

Entertainment

Your window into new worlds. Choose from over 4,500 channels of movies, TV shows, music and games, on demand and in multiple languages.

Dining on board

Multicourse meals showcasing the flavours of your destination. Complimentary drinks throughout your flight. There’s always more for you to enjoy in Economy Class.

Savour new flavours

Feast on a delectable paneer makhani. Bite into succulent chicken dipped in a sundried tomato pesto sauce. Our chefs are always learning about regional cuisines and techniques to offer you the world’s best flavours on board.

Have a full plate

You always get a multicourse meal in Economy Class. Enjoy your choice of main served along with fresh fruits or a salad, crackers and cheese, as well as our sweet treat of the day. You can also pair your meal with our selection of complimentary fruit juices, soft drinks, wines, beers and spirits.

Make every moment special

Get a serving of good luck for the Lunar New Year with our Mandarin cake. Savour a creamy and spicy payasam for Onam. Tuck into a turkey dinner with all the trimmings on Thanksgiving. Find delicious reasons to celebrate on board when you travel with us on holidays and special occasions.

Children’s inflight meals

Children aged between two and 12 can enjoy our special kids’ meals. Or if your child has a specific diet, choose from our special meals when you book, or after via Manage your booking.

Baby food

Choose from our range of Ella's Kitchen baby meals. Babies love our veggie moussaka with lentils. And your little sweeties can enjoy a sweet option of yummy prunes. The Ella's Kitchen range is all organic, so you can rest easy knowing your little one is properly nourished on board.

Milk and bottle warming

If you prefer to bring your own meals, our cabin crew will help you with food and bottle warming. We also have milk formula and baby bottles on board if you need them.

Travelling with Kids

There’s a lot of planning involved when travelling with children. And we try to take a load off your shoulders with services that make your journey, from booking to landing, worry-free. Is your child old enough to travel on Emirates? Can fussy eaters find something to their tastes on board? Find the answers here to your concerns about travelling with children.

Child-friendly seating

We’ve set guidelines to ensure your child’s safety on board. Whether you require a bassinet or plan to bring your own car seat, read this guide and learn more about solutions available to you.

Non-stop entertainment for kids

Your little explorer’s exciting holiday begins on board with over 150 channels in 40 languages dedicated to children’s content. They can watch their favourites from CBeebies, Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon, or discover new ones in 50 Disney classics along with the latest family films. They can also go on a quest or beat their highest scores in up to 100 games – all on ice. We’ll give children a set of funky headphones which are specially designed to fit their heads comfortably, so they can plug in to their personal seatback TV and relax.

Keep curious minds busy

Older children can learn more about the world with travel-themed activity packs we’ve created with Lonely Planet Kids. Each retro bag contains an interactive book packed with activities, puzzles and crafts. You’ll also find an Amazing World series book of travel trivia and fun facts cards. Your budding jetsetter can also record special moments in their very own travel journal. For shorter journeys, young explorers can while their time away with puzzles, activities, world trivia and more in our Fly With Me Magazine.

Meet adorable new friends

Lewis the Lion, Peek U Panda, Ernie the Penguin and Savannah the Elephant are thrilled to share your little adventurer’s journey. Tiny tots can cuddle with their new furry friend on board while wrapped in the accompanying fluffy blanket. Or you can take them along with you as vibrating toys that clip onto a stroller. And if your children are between three and six years old, they can look forward to hours of fun with their Fly With Me Animals backpack filled with activity sheets and stickers.

With its hub in the iconic city state of Dubai, Emirates is an award winning airline with a fleet of 256 Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft. With free Wifi on every aircraft, 4,000 channels of entertainment and a route network of 140 cities in over 70 countries, Emirates has become the airline of choice for travellers accross the world.

First Class Suite A380

Slide the doors closed, turn down the ambient lighting and retreat in to your own private space.

Convert your seat into a fully flat bed and ask our crew to make up the sheets for a restful night's sleep. Enjoy watching movies on your own 32" personal cinema wide screen. Pick at snacks and drinks from your own personal mini-bar.

First Class dining

Savour fine dining whenever the mood takes you in First Class – whether you crave a full meal or a tasty midnight snack

Set off on a culinary adventure

We work with the some of the world’s best chefs and suppliers to offer you meals inspired by your destination. If you’re flying with us to and from Australia for example, you can expect to find Australian Angus beef and cheeses from the Yarra Valley on the menu.

Dine when you wish

Order what you want, when you want it and we’ll serve it to you while you relax in the privacy of your private suite.

Unwind with fellow globalistas

We’re always cooking up a surprise at our A380 Onboard Lounge. Stop by and indulge in hot and cold snacks, such as smoked salmon and chow mein noodles, as you sip on our selection of cocktails, spirits and exclusive wines.

Choose meals that suit your lifestyle

Your health and well-being are our priority. That’s why we work with nutritionists and try to meet your dietary requirements. Look for the heart icon on our menus for healthier options on your flight.

Every aspect is tuned to perfection

First Class meals are presented on Royal Doulton fine bone china with exclusive Robert Welch cutlery.

First Class New 777

Introducing the fully enclosed First Class Suite Experience true luxury with your own private hotel room in the sky. Game changing technology includes temperature controls and mood lighting, an industry first with virtual windows, and soft leather seating reminiscent of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

The news 777 equipped with glorious first class suites inspired by Mercedes-Benz. Those lucky enough are treated to what Emirates says is the world’s first fully enclosed suite, measuring a spacious 40 square feet. The private rooms feature “zero-gravity” seats, virtual windows, and active noise cancelling E1 headphones from Bowers and Wilkins developed for exclusively for Emirates. The rooms are also fitted with a pair of Safari binoculars, an entertainment system featuring 2,500 channels and wireless remote, a super-wide 32-inch full HD LCD TV, and custom-controlled mood lighting and climate allowing passengers to adjust the cabin’s temperature to 18 to 26 degrees Celsius.

The virtual windows are a feature on the otherwise windowless cabin suites along the middle aisle, and project a high-definition view of the outside using real-time cameras mounted on the plane. The NASA-inspired zero-gravity seat features a “buttery-soft” leather and a lounging position that Emirates says removes any pressure from the elbows, back, and neck in order to achieve maximum comfort.

Emirates Shower Spa

Rejuvenate in our A380 Shower Spa. And feel refreshed with our exclusive Emirates Private Collection Bvlgari amenity kits.

Whether you want to catch up on work or relax away from the crowds, Emirates lounges are your personal haven. You’ll find them in international airports across six continents, including our A380 hub in Dubai.

Emirates Lounge access is exclusive to customers flying in First Class or Business Class. If you’re an Emirates Skywards Gold member travelling in Economy Class, you can also enjoy access to Business Class Lounges around the globe and Silver members can enter our Business Class Lounges in Dubai. You’ll just need your boarding pass, and you can come and go as you please before your flight – they’re all open 24 hours a day.

First Class lounge in Dubai

Savour gourmet cuisine and our full-service bar, keep tabs on the news or indulge in a treatment at the Timeless Spa. Shop luxury brands in in-lounge duty-free boutique.

Business Class Lounge in Dubai

Make the most of your downtime. Enjoy a pampering treatment at the Timeless Spa or freshen up in private shower spas.

Worldwide lounges

Enjoy First Class convenience in exclusive worldwide lounges in over 30 airports. Indulge in a delicious meal, take a shower, or catch up on business.

marhaba lounge

The marhaba lounge in Dubai International airport offers a peaceful oasis with all the facilities you need to relax, recharge and catch up with work.

Partner lounges

In addition to enjoying Emirates' worldwide lounges, you can also access thir partner lounges in airports across six continents.

New 777 First Class

a380 First Class

A380 Business

777 Business Class

On Board Lounge

Emirates A380 In Flight

First Class New 777

Step into our Onboard Lounge

Boeing 777 Business Class Seat

Business Class Amenity Pack

Dining on board

Children’s inflight meals

Travelling with Kids

A380 Business Class Seat

Couple eating Lunch Emirates A380 Business Class

Dining onboard the A380

Boeing 777 Business Class Meal

Boeing 777 Business Class Flavours of Japan

Couple on Boeing 777 Business Class Meal

Airbus A380 couple Business Class Drinks and Snacks

First Class Bed

LUNCH ON EMIRATES A380 BUSINESS CLASS

First Class Suite

First Class dining

First Class Dining

First Class Fully Enclosed Suite

Economy 13" Screen

A380 Business Class Cabin

First Class Lounge

Business Class Lounge

Emirates Lounge Los Angeles

Emirates Lounge Cape Town

Emirates Lounge Cairo

Shower Spa on A380 First Class

Airport Name	Airport Location	Adult Price	Child Price
London Heathrow Airport	London,United Kingdom	+£ 370.00	+£ 370.00
Edinburgh Airport	Edinburgh,United Kingdom	+£ 150.00	+£ 150.00

Hotel Information

Shangri-la Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa Al Waha Hotel

Muscat, Oman

Room Type Family Room

(5603)

7 Nights

Half Board

7 Nights

Half Board

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Al Waha is Oman's first dedicated family hotel. It is the largest of the hotels at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, Sultanate of Oman. Comprising 262 guestrooms, each room provides guests with either a 5 sqm balcony or patio, with seaview or sea-facing perspectives.

The name Al Waha means "The Oasis", and has been designed such that the hotel's several swimming pools form an oasis incorporating many date palm trees.

The architecture of Al Waha is traditional Dhofari, from the southern region of Oman. Nestled at the foot of a mountain range, vehicular access has been made possible by a man-made tunnel.

Other Facilities

WiFi
Restaurant
Outdoor Pool
Room Service
Hotel Bar

Although guests of Al Waha with children under 12 years are welcome to use the all but two of resort’s restaurants, the hotel’s own Surf Café and tthe Samba.

Surf Café

Surf Café is the perfect place to dine due to its simple menu which features healthy dishes as well as family favourites.

Samba

The hotel’s main restaurant Samba, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serves delicious South American, Asian and Mediterranean cuisine. For details of the other restaurants and bars please see the Al Husn and Al Bandar hotels.

Bait Al Bahr

The splendid Gulf of Oman forms the perfect backdrop for enjoying the unique and distinct flavours of Omani cuisine at Bait Al Bahr.

Experience the rich heritage and culture of Oman through our fresh seafood, prepared right by the beach.

Capri Court

Capri Court offers a contemporary Italian experience through its innovative menu and stylish restaurant design. Enjoy its fashionable ambience indoors or relax in the outdoor seating area, with gorgeous beach and garden views.

With a focus on freshness and flavour, new dishes are constantly introduced to highlight seasonal produce.

Tapas & Sablah

Tapas & Sablah, a relaxing piazza in the heart of the resort, serves Mediterranean and Asian tapas and Middle Eastern mezze late into the night.

The menu is complemented by a full beverage and shisha selection.

Zafran Cafe

With indoor and outdoor seating, Zafran Cafe is close to the middle of the shopping arcade and children’s facilities. Serving coffee, teas, pastries and light meals, it is perfect for leisurely dining and catching up with family and friends.

There are a selection of activities, including an indulgent spa, a dive centre,6 pools, kids’ club, Adventure Zone, mini golf, lazy river, ,Jacuzzi,watersports*, splashpad, game zone, sauna, tennis courts, boat excursions*, and dolphin watching

Spa & wellness

The adult-only Chi embraces a holistic approach to physical and spiritual well-being. Insired by traditional Asian healing philosophies, treatments are based on the principles of restoring balance and harmony to the mind and body. Treatments on offer include Herbal Harmony which balances body rhythms and releases the flow of Chi energy to revitalize mind, body and soul.

Children's club

The Cool Zone Kids’ Club, for children aged 4-8, is open from 9am to 6pm and features both indoor and outdoor play areas. Children under 4 are welcome too but will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Adventure Zone is located at Al Mazaar souk and features an extensive range of modular play areas including slides, climbing walls, ball pits and soft play areas. Two children’s pools are available – one at Al Waha next to the Assira Pool Bar, and one at Al Bandar by the Circles Pool Bar. Splashpad, which is located at Al Waha, is an aquatic play area where children can enjoy a variety of water effects.

For Children

There is a Cool Zone Kids’ Club and the fantastic Adventure Zone which has soft play areas, a climbing wall and some fun drop slides

Beach

On a long stretch of golden sandy beach on the bay of Barr Al Jissah overlooking the Gulf of Oman.

262 classically designed rooms and suites include Superior Rooms. Setting Al Waha apart from the two other hotels are the Family Rooms, which consist of two interconnecting bedrooms. These rooms also feature a DVD player and a PlayStation.

Superior Pool View Room

Superior Rooms offer accommodations featuring spacious comfort with a contemporary style, in a garden setting convenient to the pool area.

Superior Sea View Room

Superior Sea View Rooms offer spacious comfort with a contemporary style, and feature inviting views of the Bay of Al Jissah.

Double Executive Sea View Room

Ideal for families and groups travelling together, the stylishly designed Executive Sea View Rooms offer generous accommodations.

Family Room

With expansive space and beautiful views over the gardens and pools towards the Gulf of Oman, Family Rooms are ideal for families or people travelling together.The room comprises two interconnecting bedrooms, one with a king size bed the other with twin beds, each with its own en suite bathroom.The twin bedded room has special features including a DVD player and PlayStation, a selection of games and other items designed especially for our younger guests.

One Bedroom Suite

Al Waha One Bedroom Suite offer expansive, contemporary luxury, and are ideal for guests travelling as a group or who require extra space and amenities.

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CAPACITY 4

FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOM

CONNECTING ROOM

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5603 Reviews

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216manojb

Beautiful family time

What an amazing stay in this vintage property.. Second time at SHANGRI-LA Barr Al Jissah and after 9 years the property has been well kept and updated to all the modern amenities - kudos. We were 7...

Jakob S

Beautiful towel figures

Wonderful resort with a lovely staff! Especially Elyaz and Dideep are the secret stars here! They were our room attendants in the Hotel Al Waha and every day they made us a beautiful figure out of...

nihalniya

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah is a paradise on Earth

One of the best hotels to visit in Muscat the best view experience we can enjoy the pool the front office was very pleasant and helpful The staff was so nice. Value for money perfect experience with...

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