August 2018 101 www.bahrainthismonth.com your stay, don’t miss out on the experience of trying different Chinese teas, including oolong and longjing green tea. Adding to China’s uniqueness is its food culture, scallion pancakes, eel noodles and soup dumplings (of course!) are among Shanghai’s must-try eats. Ride a Shanghai subway, hang out at People’s Square and let modern Chinese literature educate you at Lu Xun Park. Enjoy luxurious comfort at Jing An Shangri-La hotel. Sri Lanka Sri Lanka, a famous holiday destination, has earned every good review it has received. Book a relaxing stay in a cosy bungalow in cool Bandarawela or, if you desire a primarily tropical, seaside vacation, sojourn at Jetwing Blue, Negombo. Hike Adam’s Peak at midday to reach the summit in time for a breathtaking sunrise the next morning. Take the scenic train from cultural Kandy to elegant Ella. Visit Chill Café in Ella for its signature lamprais. Make your way to Jaffna, off the beaten path, to experience Sri Lankan Tamil tradition and culture. Consider spending a day at Galle Fort, the 18th century Dutch headquarters now converted, yet retaining its past beauty. Salalah Capital of Oman’s Dhofar province, Salalah is comparably different to the predominantly arid rest of the Middle East. Boasting natural scenery, Salalah is a wonderful getaway this upcoming long weekend. Be a spectator at the Al Mughsail Blowholes. While the rest of the Gulf endures the summer heat, Salalah sees a drop in temperature from July and awaited rains which welcome the the Salalah Festival, which includes Omani traditional and cultural shows. Enjoy a boat trip in a classic Omani boat. Stay at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara and immerse yourself in extravagance. Baku With both Gulf Air and Azerbaijan Airlines now flying direct to the capital of Azerbaijan, why not consider Baku for your short stay? Have a look from the observatory deck of the iconic skyscrapers, Flame Towers. Explore the combination of various architectural styles throughout Baku. Walk around glamorous Nizami Street, taking in its photogenic environment. Try the Azeri treat, tea with strawberry jam, which sounds risky until you discover that it’s jaw-droppingly good! Beluga caviar from the Caspian Sea is also a treasure here. Stay at the Four Seasons Hotel, perched along the waterfront in central Baku, perfect for lounging your weekend away. Mayfair experience. Dubai If you’re looking for a nearby destination to decrease travelling time, where better to go than Dubai? A welcome escape from the harsh Middle Eastern summer, a trip to Ski Dubai should be your first stop. Or if you’d rather the snow come to you, drop your bags off at the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Hotel and visit its Talise Ottoman Spa which boasts state-of-the-art snow rooms. If you’ve tired of malls, and want something a bit more adventurous, go for an unforgettable desert safari or treat your inner child to a collection of 30 water rides and play areas at Wild Wadi Water Park. Shanghai Well worth the long journey, Shanghai offers you a completely new culture. Running alongside the Huangpu River, the Bund is a waterfront walk almost a mile long which we recommend taking at night, if only because the panoramic night view is simply amazing. During Sri Lanka Baku Dubai Shanghai Salalah
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