Dubai Travel Guide
by admin on Aug.27, 2008, under Travel Locations
Often mistaken for a capital of another country, Dubai is more of an independent city-state and is one of among the seven emirates that constitute the United Arab Emirates. Not so popular in the distant past, Dubai has become extremely popular of late. A desert city, Dubai boasts top class facilities and infrastructure to go along with the high standard of provisions made for tourists. Another feather in its cap is its convenient location – the trip to Dubai is a mere five hours from Europe and around three hours from major Asian countries, including the sub-continent.
Once you are in Dubai, it’s really important to know how to get around the city – taxis can be found at the taxi ranks, which are generally located near the malls. However, taxis in the city do not represent the best option for travelling and you could easily use the public transport in the form of buses, which are inexpensive and clean. The metro is under construction and is due to come into operation by late 2009. A romantic interlude in the form of boats to cross the creek is also available.
No trip to Dubai would be complete without going to the only ‘seven star hotel’ in the world – the Burj al-Arab. You require a reservation for entry into this palatial hotel! Other hotels in Dubai are just as luxurious. One landmark you simply cannot miss is the world’s tallest structure – Burj Dubai. It is still under construction and is expected to be well over 800m when it achieves completion. The Palm Islands, the world’s largest three manmade islands, should also catch your fancy. Other places to visit in Dubai include the water park Wild Wadi, the Skiing Centre, the Dubai Creek and the Dubai Zoo.
The desert city is literally a paradise for shopaholics. With amazing offers to go along with flexible timings, shopping in Dubai is a rewarding experience. Dubai’s sandy beaches and the coastline provide ample room for water-sports while the desert lays the platform for a Desert Safari.
In matters of the stomach, Dubai’s Shwarma is extremely popular as is the Falafel. Drinking in public spaces is illegal in Dubai, so you should bear that in mind.
In short, Dubai is the destination you seek if you are looking for the finest deals in shopping, for the most delicious dishes to eat, to catch up on some sports, to rock the nights away partying, to acquire a tan, or just gaze at some of the tallest and largest structures in the world. So, better make your reservations!
December 19th, 2008 on 9:00 am
I think the most interesting point is that on the whole, what Dubai will be has not reached the public conciousness.
I travel to Dubai regularly for business, and I have to say that I do like the place more and more every time I visit.
Without doubt, there is fantasic shopping opportunities in the Emirate, but when you look at what is still to come online, then Dubai really comes into its own.
Projects such as the huge theme park development in Dubailand, and the amazing Dubai Sports City will pull Dubai into the mainstream tourist market over the course of the next ten years.