Flight Time from Dubai: 6h 35mins
Recognized as the Indian Ocean’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination by the World Travel Awards, Mauritius has become the top choice for GCC travelers this summer. With free visa on arrival for GCC nationals, the island offers a range of experiences, from memorable family holidays and pristine underwater explorations to peaceful golf retreats and solo hikes in National Parks featuring stunning waterfalls. Mauritius caters to every traveler, providing a perfect setting for genuine interactions and enriching experiences.
Mauritius is large enough to offer exciting adventures yet small enough for easy access to all its corners. Visitors can enjoy water sports along its turquoise shores, delve into its rich cultural heritage, and engage in a variety of activities to suit all preferences. Whether relaxing on white sandy beaches or exploring vibrant markets, Mauritius promises a unique journey of discovery and relaxation. With its warm hospitality and stunning natural beauty, Mauritius invites GCC travelers to create lifelong memories.
Top Spots in Mauritius: Port Louis, the Capital City of Mauritius, Belle-Mare, the longest of the island, Black River district
Embrace the Vibrant Caribbean: Barbados Emerges as the Ultimate Summer Destination
How to reach: Travellers from the GCC can connect to the Caribbean Island of Barbados via key gateways in London, New York City, Toronto, Amsterdam, and Panama City.
Hometown to mega-star Rihanna and cricketing legend Sir Garfield Sobers, the vibrant Caribbean Island country of Barbados has a captivating story to tell. The island of Barbados offers free visa on arrivals for GCC travellers, is rich in cultural, heritage, sporting, culinary and eco experiences. It is surrounded by idyllic white sand beaches and is the only coral island in the Caribbean. With over 400 restaurants and eateries, Barbados is the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean.
An ultimate Summer holiday destination, Barbados offers an array of activities for all discerning travellers. The island also hosts events like the annual Crop Over Festival every summer, where A-lists Hollywood celebrities are often spotted, and the annual Run Barbados Marathon, the largest marathon in the Caribbean. As the motorsport island, it is home to the leading circuit-racing facility in the English-speaking Caribbean.
Top spots in Barbados: Bridgetown, West Coast, South Coast, Harrison’s Cave, Barbados Wildlife Reserve, St. Nicolas Abbey among others.
