Introduction
Although Oman has more than 1,000 miles of coastline and some of the best coral reefs in the world, other countries in the Middle East have had to create beautiful beaches, particularly in places like Dubai. The best beaches in the Middle East include:
Emirates Palace Beach in Abu Dhabi is a decadent resort with a mile long private beach surrounded by pristine parks and lawns. Alternatively explore the deserted islands offshore by dhow.
Al Mamzar in Dubai is a man-made beach that's less frenetic than better-known Jumeirah but which still boasts expansive sands and sheltered swimming.
Shell Beach in Oman, close to Muscat, has excellent empty swathes and some superb coral reefs teeming with marine life.
These are just a handful of the options available though. Additionally, tailor-make your beach holiday in the Middle East by adding a city break or excursion to create a truly sensational escape; talk to a destination specialist to see what we can do for you.
Our top itineraries for Middle East Beach holidays
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Special flight offer for departures 1 Sept-10 Dec 2017 – Save up to £240 pp
Book by: 26 September 2017
Sample Oman's incredible culture on this tailor-made tour, visiting Nizwa, capital of the interior and birthplace of Islam in Oman, and Muscat, the capital with its bustling souq (market) and sparkling gulf. Stay at Alila Jabal Akhdar and Shangri-La Muscat (al Bandar) during this tour.
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Hotel savings and free half board at Bab Al Shams – Save up to £375 pp
Book by: 27 October 2017
Combine palm-studded beaches, duty-free shopping and stays in some of the world's most opulent hotels with desert resorts that seem plucked from the Middle Eastern folk tales of The Arabian Nights.
Top offers for Middle East Beach holidays
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Special flight offer for departures 1 Sept-10 Dec 2017 – Save up to £240 pp
Book by: 26 September 2017
Sample Oman's incredible culture on this tailor-made tour, visiting Nizwa, capital of the interior and birthplace of Islam in Oman, and Muscat, the capital with its bustling souq (market) and sparkling gulf. Stay at Alila Jabal Akhdar and Shangri-La Muscat (al Bandar) during this tour.
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Hotel savings and free half board at Bab Al Shams – Save up to £375 pp
Book by: 27 October 2017
Combine palm-studded beaches, duty-free shopping and stays in some of the world's most opulent hotels with desert resorts that seem plucked from the Middle Eastern folk tales of The Arabian Nights.
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Early booking offer - stay 5 nights and pay for only 4
Book by: 30 September 2017
With its very own souk and small fleet of traditional Arabic boats that transport guests throughout the hotel, this enchanting Abu Dhabi resort oozes both style and luxury. It's all complemented by a private beach, a superb spa and a range of world-class restaurants.
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Save up to £1,052 per couple
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Shangri-La’s award-winning Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa is a luxury complex of three hotels set between rugged mountains and the Gulf of Oman’s sparkling Al Jissah Bay, in Oman’s capital city of Muscat.