Are you dreaming of getting away from it all, escaping to the Maldives or Seychelles?
Well, now may be the ideal time to book as Dubai-based airline has just announced a series of special fares.

However, you’ll need to plan and book quickly as the special fares are only available for a limited amount of time.
The discounted flight rates will be available to book between March 8 to 18 and passengers must be due to travel before June 15, 2021.

Both the Maldives and Seychelles are available amongst the special fares on offer, as well as Istanbul, Turkey, Amman, Jordan and Moscow, Russia.
Flight prices start from:
Maldives – Economy Class starts from Dhs3,495; Business Class starts from Dhs8,555
Seychelles – Economy Class starts from Dhs3,495; Business Class starts from Dhs9,955
Amman – Economy Class starts from Dhs1,995; Business Class starts from Dhs6,995
Istanbul – Economy Class starts from Dhs1,595; Business Class starts from Dhs9,995
Moscow – Economy Class starts from Dhs2,355; Business Class starts from Dhs9,995
The announcement of the special fare prices comes after the Seychelles announced its intent to reopen its borders to all countries at the end of March.
The island getaway’s government announced that borders would reopen on March 25 to visitors. In line with safety protocols, a negative COVID-19 PCR test will be required to be taken within 72 hours of departure to the Seychelles.
Similarly, social distancing measures must be followed, masks must be worn when required and regular sanitisation is needed.
Discussing the decision to fully reopen borders, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Sylvestre Radegonde said it was the “next step to allow for our economy to recover”.
“The measures being announced reflect broadly the recommendation of our tourism partners and have been done in full consultation with and the endorsement of our health authorities,” he added.
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As the weather has finally cooled down, Dubai has a wide array of chic hotspots with a terrace setting or an outdoor area where you get magnificent views of the skyline. From an alfresco dining experience to autumn-inspired beverages as you experience the sunset, there’s plenty of options to visit this season.
For the perfect contemporary restaurants with stylish outdoor seating areas, Emirates Woman has curated a list of restaurants to plan for your dinner out in Dubai.
La Cantine Du Faubourg

Serving exquisite French cuisine, this restaurant is located at Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Downtown Dubai with a seating arrangement under intimate pergolas in a lush garden terrace.
For more information visit lacantine.ae
Hutong

This occasionally fiery Northern Chinese restaurant, located in DIFC has a vibrant ambience with an outdoor garden terrace, delectable dim sums and delicious cocktails for you to enjoy as you watch the sunset.
For more information visit hutong-dubai.com
Treehouse

Located at the Taj Hotel Downtown, this rooftop lounge with its Renaissance décor offers uninterrupted views of the world’s tallest tower which never fail to lend a sense of the sublime. From Mediterranean bites to soulful beats, this place is the perfect hangout spot.
For more information visit treehousedubai.ae
Shimmers

Enjoy Mediterranean delicacies at this award-winning beachside restaurant featuring an unforgettable dining experience. Located at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam, the venue offers spectacular views of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah.
For more information visit jumeirah.com
Siddhartha Lounge By Buddha-Bar

Emulating a fresh urban ambience with 360-degree views of Dubai Marina and The Palm Jumeriah while offering weekly entertainment to tantalise all the senses, this place is yet another outdoor destination which is a must-visit.
For more information visit siddhartalounge.com
Roberto’s

This cool contemporary restaurant offers an authentic Italian experience with the ambience of European luxury and a palate-enlightening cuisine while displaying stunning views from the terrace.
For more information visit robertosrestaurants.com
Bussola

This gorgeous Italian restaurant has a lovely terrace setting with views overlooking both the beach and Marina backdrop. Located at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach, this restaurant has a pizzeria on the top deck with romantic fine dining below plus a terrace bar.
For more information visit bussoladubai.com
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@bananalovesyoutooThis honeycomb pasta is so good!! ##fyp ##foryou ##foryoupage ##pasta ##cookinghacks ##yum♬ original sound – Anna Rothfuss
Eager fans also tried the recipe in anticipation to quickly share it with their followers over social media while also gaining some strong reactions due to the number of ingredients required, with one Twitter user referring to it as “just a pasta casserole’.Also read: 9 easy TikTok recipes that will make you a cooking pro in no timeNevertheless, we’re still excited to try this and the many more inspiring TikTok recipes out there you can easily transform into a MasterChef in no time.– For more about Dubai’s lifestyle, news and fashion scene follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram.Feature image: Pexels by alleksana  More