About

Luxury Dubai planning you can trust.

The Holiday Mode is a private planning service for those who value access, detail and discretion. We design and manage elevated stays in Dubai with every moment tailored to you and handled to the highest standard.

The Holiday Mode

Big enough to cope,
small enough to care
The Personal Touch

With a focus on curating unique luxury experiences, no detail is spared for a truly personal touch. Attention is our luxury. From the first conversation to the final reservation, your dedicated planner ensures every element of your Dubai experience is handled with precision and care. With direct access to someone who understands your standards and how you like to travel, you can expect a level of service that feels effortless, considered and entirely personal.

Tailored Luxury

Every element of your time in Dubai is shaped with intention, flowing effortlessly from one moment to the next. From refined beach clubs and exceptional dining to private viewings and one-of-a-kind experiences, each detail is selected to reflect your personal style of travel. It’s a bespoke approach that balances access, timing, and atmosphere, where nothing feels rushed, and everything feels considered.

Victoria
“We were made to feel like a VIP the whole time.”

Victoria • December 2024

Mary

“What Katherine did for us I will never forget. The itinerary was out of this world. A top class service.”

Mary • October 2024

The Team

Meet the Founder

When I moved to Dubai in 2021, it didn’t take long for friends and family to start visiting. I loved welcoming them and showing them the side of Dubai that I’d come to know… the one that’s not all brunches and skyscrapers, but full of charm, warmth, and personality.

In doing so, I saw an opportunity to do more than just suggest places to visit. I realised there was a need for a service that truly listened to what people wanted from their holiday and brought it to life in a way that felt thoughtful and intentional. And that’s how The Holiday Mode was born.

My promise to you is to ensure you experience VIP treatment throughout your stay. To help you make the most of your time during your trip to Dubai and to focus on creating the kind of moments that will stay with you long after the holiday is over.

So, here’s to making your Dubai holiday everything you’ve dreamed of and more. Because the best holidays aren’t just about where you go, but how they make you feel.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

At The Holiday Mode, we curate bespoke Dubai itineraries that fit your preferences, so you can focus on making the memories. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Tell us what you want: Fill out our quick online form with the details of your trip.

Step 2: Book a discovery call: Pay a AED 100 non-refundable deposit to secure a quick call where we’ll chat through the service and what you’re looking for. This helps you decide if we’re the right fit before committing to the full service.

Step 3: Personalise your itinerary: If you choose to go ahead, we’ll arrange a more in-depth consultation call to discuss your stay once the first draft of your itinerary is complete.

Step 4: Review & refine: If there’s anything you’d like to tweak, we’ll adjust it to make sure it’s exactly what you want.

Step 5: Bookings & reservations handled for you: Once your itinerary is finalised, we’ll total up any activities or reservations which require a deposit or pre-payment. You’ll send us the required amount, and then we’ll take care of all the bookings on your behalf.

Step 6: Your holiday, ready to go: Before you arrive, you’ll receive all your confirmations and your final itinerary. We’ll also be in touch throughout your trip. Plus, as a little extra… your welcome gift box will be delivered to you when you arrive in Dubai

Yes, absolutely. Let us know your requirements, and we’ll do our best to cater for them as part of your stay.

No, we don’t usually offer last-minute bookings. We require bookings to be made at two weeks in advance to ensure your holiday is curated to the highest standard. 

No, we don’t provide assistance with travel documentation or visas.
You’ll have a dedicated Dubai holiday planner who’ll provide you with a direct WhatsApp number. They’re available to assist between 8am and 8pm, with email support for non-urgent matters. In emergencies, we’ll be on hand to help outside of these hours too.
Planning a trip to Dubai can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to balance where to save and where to splurge. With us, you’ll skip the guesswork. We offer strategic, personalised planning backed by insider knowledge, so you experience the best of Dubai in a way that’s seamless and worthwhile.
If you’re interested in partnering with us, please drop us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +971 585401302 to discuss this further.