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Alexander+Roberts new cultural adventure with never more than 16 guests

Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Rub’ al Khali – the Empty Quarter Desert

September 13, 2016 – Keene, NH– Looking ahead to its 70th Anniversary next year, pioneering travel company Alexander+Roberts 2017-2018 catalog features 134 Small Group and Private Journeys across the globe on all Continents – with 19 new tours including an 8-day cultural adventure that combines the heritage and 21st-century sophistication of Dubai and Abu Dhabi with a luxury 2-night stay in the fabled Empty Quarter Desert.

Limited to never more than 16 guests and expertly guided throughout, the trip begins at the fabulous Taj Dubai for a 2-night stay. Extensive sightseeing and a range of diverse activities take clients from the pioneering underwater tunnel at the Dubai Aquarium to the top of the iconic Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Exploration of the city’s markets and historic sights is complemented by a dinner cruise and unique personal encounters in the company of a local Emirati citizen who joins Alexander+Roberts guest for a day of immersive engagement with the people, culture and stories of Dubai.

The tour continues deep into Rub’ al Khali, the largest uninterrupted expanse of desert dunes on the planet. With a 2-night stay at the luxurious Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort, guests can tailor their discovery of the storied Empty Quarter Desert with their choice of an included adventure or activity – perhaps a guided desert walk, a sunset camel trek or a chance to observe and learn about the time-honored tradition of falconry.

The journey ends at the 5-star Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel and Spa in Abu Dhabi where extensive sightseeing includes the Grand Mosque and the Falcon Hospital, a unique institution that provides specialized care for these amazing birds of prey. At Qasr al-Hosn, travelers will delve into the rich history of the Emirate as they tour and learn about one of the city’s oldest and most impressive landmarks.

$1,000 per couple limited-time savings… Anywhere + Anytime
Through December 31, 2016, travelers save $1,000 per couple ($500 solo) when they pay in full at time of booking for this journey to the United Arab Emirates - or any of Alexander+Roberts other 2017-2018 Small Group or Private Journeys worldwide. This limited-time discount can be combined with Family+Friends savings of $50 to $200 per person when 3 or more guests travel together.

Travel agents earn $100 per couple bonuses ($50 per passenger) every time their clients take advantage of the pay-in-full savings.

For information, bookings or to request a catalog, travel agents can call 800-221-2216 or visit the company online at AlexanderRoberts.com

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Looking forward to its 70th Anniversary in 2017, ALEXANDER+ROBERTS is an American company and a founding member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA). Continuing to innovate with its fine personal service and carefully crafted itineraries, the company offers Small Group Journeys with never more than 16 guests as well as Private and Custom travel. Throughout all of its destinations in Asia, Europe, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, the company’s expert native-born guides bring Alexander+Roberts guests deeper inside the life and culture of the remarkable places they visit. The company is headquartered in Keene, New Hampshire with offices in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Prague, Budapest, New York and Chicago. For more information, call 800-221-2216 or visit AlexanderRoberts.com