Dubai

Dubai

The Most Exciting Place

Dubai attracts to its shores thousands of visitors every day from every corner of the World. It is a city that seamlessly amalgamates a huge array of world cultures and presents a wide variety of cuisines. The residents are a blend of many cultures that provide hospitality to a wide diversity of visitors, who come for business and for pleasure. It goes without saying that almost everyone, who journeys here will take advantage of the scenic sights found on the picturesque beaches and the desert landscapes.
Also, Dubai is a Shopper’s Paradise, as this tiny emirate is a duty free zone. During its March Shopping Festival, two million visitors arrive looking for discounts on gold, electronicsl, clothing and Persian carpets. It has recently exploded onto the world market as a top tourist & business destination. So, rightly it has groomed itself to be the most exciting place for the modern traveler.

Location:

Dubai is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. It lies on the calm, blue waters of the southern Gulf, flanked by majestic desert. Dubai Creek, a natural inlet from the Gulf divides the city into the Deira district to its north and Bur Dubai to its south. It is located on the Arabian Peninsula.

Best time to Visit:                  Between November and April

Route Map:
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How to Reach:

By Air:

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the busiest airport in the Middle East. The national carrier is Emirates, which flies to more than 80 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, Australia, Africa and the Indian subcontinent. Dubai International Airport has no separate airport departure tax; it's included in the price of your ticket.

By Bus:

Buses run from Dubai to other parts of the UAE and surrounding countries. One useful bus route runs to Hatta from the Deira bus station. To get to most other cities in the Emirates, take a Dubai Transport bus or minibus. There are two buses a day to Muscat, Oman. Balawi Bus Service runs to Jordan twice weekly and to Egypt on Wednesdays.

By Ferry:

Passenger ferries make the 12-hour trip between Sharjah (a 20-minute drive from Dubai) and the port of Bandar-e Abbas in Iran daily. There's also a fortnightly passenger service between Dubai and Bushehr in Iran. It leaves the passenger terminal at Port Rashid every second Sunday.

Top Attractions of Dubai:

Burj khalifa
The highest, the tallest, the iconic and most amazing architectural example. 153 floors tower, the sky touching height in the city of Dubai. BURJ KHALIFA , named afted th President to UAE, HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This building includes Hotels of Armani Suites, Office spaces, Residential Apartments with all the luxuries. The tower has more than 50 elevators with sufficient space to carry people up and down.

Dubai mall
The Burj-Dubai tower is being built in close proximity to the Dubai Mall.
The Dubai Mall is one of the world's largest malls. The Dubai mall coupled with the Mall of the Emirates is like heaven on earth for shoppers, because there is literally nothing that you will not find in these shopping malls. Dubai is known for shopping and it has raised its standards several fold, thanks to these 2 malls.

Dubai Desert Safari
This is the most exciting and most popular tour in Dubai. It is treat for any one visiting Dubai. You will Experience a thrilling drive in the sand dunes and enjoy a great Dinner and live Belly dance in a desert camp outside Dubai.

Ski dubai
This is the largest indoor ski slope of the world. It is very HUGE, as it even has an indoor ski lift to take people to the top of the slope. Also, you can try out here sand boarding, which is nothing but snowboarding on sand. Dune bashing session is also a must try one.

Jumeirah Beach

Dubai is blessed with a beautiful beachfront, and the city's sultry heat makes nearly every day ideal for a trip to the beach. Dubai's main beaches run along Jumeira Road. Beach activities in Dubai include snorkeling, scuba diving, jet skiing and fishing, and there are many outlets in the city where gear can be rented.

Burj Al Arab
It is the Only Hotel in the World which has seven star ratings. The Hotel is Located 2 Km in sea of Jumeirah Beach. It is the one of the most unique shaped hotel as its architecture is shaped like a Boat. The hotel has 66 floors which makes it the tallest hotel building in the world.

Wild Wadi Water park:
 This adventure awaits you in the world's most advanced water theme park. Designed to offer hours of fun and pleasure to thrill seekers, this water park has 24 rides and attractions most of which inter connect. The Wild Wadi Water part is designed around a tale from "Arabian Folk love" featuring Juha and his seafaring friend Sinbad.

Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah has everything you need to enjoy a wonderful holiday break. It has World famous hotel names, amazing tourist attractions, luxury fashion and shopping malls. Whether you just want to relax or immerse yourself in an exciting world of leisure and entertainment, this is a truly inspirational place to visit.

Gold Souq:
It is the most famous market of the Gold in Dubai. That’s why the city is called the ‘Land of Gold’. The market is lined up with the gold shops where you can get any range of gold and in any carat.

Wadis in Dubai

As a result of the mild climate that this region enjoys, wadis in Dubai have become a perfect summer getaway for the people in Dubai. The lush valleys of Hatta are widely admired for providing the perfect Hadi environment. With the Hajar mountains as a backdrop and the endless sand dunes covering the region this is a must-visit region for the visiting population. The Hatta Fort 5-Star Hotel is strategically located near the Hatta oasis to provide maximum relaxation and comfort to its visitors.

Where to Stay:

Some of the famous luxury hotels of Dubai are

·         Atlantis The Palm Dubai

·         Kempinski Hotel Ajman

·         Palm Tree Court and Spa

·         Raffles Dubai

·         The Address Downtown Dubai

·         Grand Hyatt Dubai

·         Hyatt Regency Dubai and Galleria

·         Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

·         Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek

·         Ritz Carlton Dubai

Where to Eat:

The best restaurants Dubai are known for their unique and sumptuous gastronomical delights providing a wide range of international cuisines and tempting local specialities. Here are some

·         Raffles Dubai

·         Ossiano Restaurant

·         Hilton Dubai Creek

·         Reflets Par Pierre Gagnaire

·         Vus Restaurant

·         Ronda Locatelli

·         Nobu

Shopping

Shopping in Dubai is something very special. It is famously called as ‘A World Shopping Capital’. It has more world known malls with excellent prices. During DUBAI SHOPPING FESTIVAL , shoppers from around the world flock to Dubai to take advantage of the fantastic bargains and promotions at this festival. From electronics, gold, perfumes and what not, this is a place to be. Enjoy your unique shopping experience.

Travel Tips:

In Dubai, Banks are closed on Fridays. You can find an ATM, for all banks here. Most places take credit or debit cards with a Visa or MasterCard logo.
It would be wise to learn a few words and popular phrases in Arabic. Regarding transportation, the best way is to simply take a taxi, and go beyond Dubai City for sightseeing. The taxi drivers know, how to maneuver the car to avoid any accidents, as there is a ton of traffic and it turns difficult to navigate when you are unfamiliar with the roads. Also you can get shared taxis, which is inexpensive.

Have a Funfilled Memorable Vacation.

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