DUBAI & ZANZIBAR

A Tale of Two Escapes, Where Skyline Glamour Meets Barefoot Island Soul

This twin centre journey pairs the electric energy of Dubai’s coastline with the slow, spirited rhythm of Zanzibar, offering two islands worth of contrast in one unforgettable trip. Begin at JA Ocean View Hotel, set in the heart of Jumeirah Beach Residence with uninterrupted sea views from every room and the glittering Ain Dubai wheel framed by the infinity pool, before swapping skyscrapers for swaying palms with a flight to LUX* Marijani, a chic boutique resort on Zanzibar’s iconic east coast beach, where Omani-Swahili architecture, creative dining and a genuinely relaxed pace of life take over to close out the trip.

Itinerary Overview

Dubai – 3 Nights at JA Ocean View Hotel, Dubai

Arrive in Dubai and check in to JA Ocean View Hotel, where city energy meets ocean serenity in the heart of JBR. Every one of the hotel’s 346 rooms and suites offers uninterrupted sea views, while the infinity pool frames Ain Dubai in the distance. With direct access to The Walk at JBR’s beachfront shopping and dining, plus a premium spa, tennis courts and a dedicated kids play area, it’s a stylish and easy start to the trip.

Highlights in Dubai:

• Soak up ocean views and Ain Dubai panoramas from the hotel’s serene, temperature-controlled infinity pool.
• Stroll The Walk at JBR for sun, style, shopping and vibrant nightlife along Dubai’s iconic beachfront.
• Dine across the hotel’s restaurants, from Mediterranean flavours at OIA to Italian classics at IL Motto Pizzeria and global fare at Aqua.
• Stay active with padel tennis, the fitness centre, or match nights at Offside sports bar.
• Optional: Venture beyond the coast for a taste of the city’s icons, from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall to a dune bashing desert safari under the stars.

Zanzibar – 7 Nights at LUX* Marijani, Zanzibar

After the glamour of Dubai, transfer to the barefoot luxury of Zanzibar’s northeast coast and check in to LUX* Marijani, a chic boutique resort set on the powdery white sands of Pwani Mchangani. With Omani style architecture, a coastal Swahili soul and some of the island’s most creative dining, this is where the trip slows right down.

Highlights at LUX* Marijani:

• Relax on the iconic beach of the east, with powdery white sand, swaying coconut palms and the blue green waters of the Zanzibar archipelago.
• Rise early for sunrise yoga on a sandbank, or unwind with a treatment at the boutique LUX* Me spa.
• Take to the water with complimentary stand up paddleboarding, kayaking and snorkelling, or arrange a scuba diving or catamaran sailing excursion.
• Savour the island’s flavours across the resort’s dining venues, from Zanzibari inspired plates at The Beach to Levantine specialties at Samãa.
• Optional: Discover Zanzibar beyond the resort with a trip to historic Stone Town, a spice plantation tour or a visit to Jozani Forest.