Emirates Skywards, the loyalty program of Emirates and Flydubai, has partnered with Dilmah Tea to offer members the opportunity to experience tea plantations in Sri Lanka.
Members can bid miles (points) with Skywards Exclusives for a chance to win a "Tea Maker's Private Retreat" package, reads a press release.
The offer is provided in light of International Tea Day, which will be celebrated on May 21.
Starting from 200,000 Miles, Emirates Skywards members can bid and win an all-expenses paid trip to Sri Lanka including two round-trip Business Class tickets on Emirates from Dubai to Colombo, a three-night stay for two guests at Hilton Colombo, a three-night visit to tea plantations at Ceylon Tea Trails, A Relais and Châteaux property, a masterclass with Dilhan C Fernando, the son of the founder and CEO of Dilmah, on how to taste tea and brew the perfect cup, a special food pairing with tea-inspired gastronomy with the Dilmah family and a seven-course “Camellia Epicurean” dinner.
The package also includes transportation to and from the airport, meals at the all-day dining restaurant at Hilton Colombo and all meals and beverages at the Ceylon Tea Trails. Travel dates are from May 18 to May 24.
Emirates and Dilmah Tea have partnered for more than three decades, brewing teas onboard and in Emirates' airport lounges worldwide.
Each year, the airline brews 33 million cups of Dilmah tea for its customers from a specially curated tea menu available in all classes.
More than 10 different varieties of tea are available onboard, including popular choices like Dilmah Ceylon Black Tea, Moroccan Mint and Breakfast Tea.
