Showing posts with label dubai tourism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dubai tourism. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 02, 2014

Burj Al Arab - The Most Luxurious 7 Star Hotel in Dubai

The Most Luxurious and famous, The Jumeirah Burj al Arab hotel is situated on an artificial island, a luxury hotel is significant in every way. It was built in 1999 on an artificial island 200 meters from the Jumeirah beach; this is the fourth tallest hotel in the world with its 321m height (1,053 feet). The architecture of Burj al Arab is remarkable, it doesn’t get lost in the impressive cityscape, and reminding the sail of a ship. It is said to be the first and only 7 star hotel in the world!
Its service and interiors are even more stunning. The interiors are the real design wonders: suites are spacious; restaurants feature seawater aquariums or a view of Dubai. It has most expensive rooms than any other hotels in the world. The hotel, Burj al Arab is connected to the mainland by a private road that ensures the privacy of guests. So that can reach there by a short ride from Jumeirah beach.


The Burj Al Arab is decorated in warm colors and rich fabrics; each suite has sweeping views of the Arabic Gulf. Each one has a spacious dining area which can seat 4 to 6 people.
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FACILITIES & SERVICES AT BURJ AL ARAB



Visitors can arrive to this hotel in royal way by Helicopter, Rolls Royce, Mercedes S400 and Mercedes GL450. Visitors who arrive by Helicopter also get a 15 minute birds-view of the city. The different charges are availabe to transfer to the hotel and that depends what kind of transfer services you want to use and that starts from AED 500 to AED 10,000.
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PRIVATE BUTLER SERVICE


With over 1,600 working colleagues Burj Al Arab has 202 luxury duplexes. Which suites ratio is 8:1? Which means this ensures that every guest gets personal attention, uninterrupted care and luxury pampering. The unrivalled personalized service is a signature of this hotel. The Burj AlArab has a dedicated reception on each floor with check-in conducted in the privacy of the individual suite that ensures for the comfort and convenience of guests.

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VIP SERVICES


VIP service is about more than a mere luxury. It's about creating once in a lifetime opportunities. With ultra-exclusive VIP service Burj Al Arab offers limitless possibilities, with a dedicated concierge team that will work tirelessly to meet and exceed your greatest expectations. All you need to do is ask!

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LUXURY DREAM CAR RENTAL

Visitors can experience ultimate luxury at Burj Al Arab by hiring a private luxury car to roam on the streets of Dubai. It offers exclusive cars to provide to their visitors on rent, including models from Lamborghini, Ferrari and Aston Martin. For a touch of classic cars tempt, old world glamour with an understated elegance that even today is rarely matched.



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There is lot more to explore at Burj Al Arab; this is just a Glance at Burj Al Arab.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Dubai – Largest Dancing Water Fountain

The Dubai Fountain is a world's largest water fountain and Dubai's most popular free tourist attraction with large display of water jets gushing out of a puddle at the foot of the Burj Khalifa. It is quite ironic to have such a large aquatic feature in one of the driest/hottest areas of the Earth.  It is set on the 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake in Downtown Dubai; the fountain shoots water jets as high as 500 feet. The magnitude of the jets is unreal in that they reach as high as a 50 story building. The fountain is consists of a 275 meters long and has five circles of varying sizes and two central arcs.  It was designed by California-based WET, the creators of the Fountains of Bellagio in Las Vegas. It has over 6,600 wet superlight and 50 color projectors create a visual spectrum of over 1,000 different water expressions that appeal to visitors. Different combinations of water-forms of The Dubai Fountain perform to selected musical pieces – chosen from a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music.



If you are planning to go Dubai then you must visit this attraction as for a personal viewing you can hire a boat out to the fountain. The Dubai Water Fountain performance held daily and last up to 5 minutes. This is not just a randomized fountain feature, it is so high-tech that the jets are synchronized to the culture music of Dubai, with the performance repertoire including: Sama Dubai; an award-winning song in Swahili; Baba Yetu, the signature piece of world-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, and the Arab world’s top-selling dance number Shik Shak Shok, Con te partiro (Time to Say Goodbye).


Water Fountains performances are completely free and can see from multiple locations around Downtown Dubai. The most popular location is the Waterfront Promenade outside the Dubai Mall.


Afternoon Shows
Saturday – Thursday: 1:00pm & 1:30pm
Friday: 1:30pm & 2:00pm

Evening Shows
Daily: 6:00pm to 11:00pm
(Every 30 Minutes)


*Please note that Fountain show timings can change by a couple of minutes depending on the specific day’s prayer times.



Key Facts & Figures of Fountain:

• World’s largest dancing fountain
• In sync with classical, Arabic and world music
• 1.5 million Lumens of projected light
• Spray heights of up to 500 feet
• 22,000 gallons of airborne water
• Set in Burj Khalifa Lake, right outside The Dubai Mall on Lower Ground Waterfront Promenade in the heart of Downtown Dubai.

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Arabian Adventures Desert Safari Dubai

Desert safari consists of numerous magic inside. Dubai is not only famous for its modern and heritage architectural wonderments but it is also known for its Desert Safari. Dubai is situated within Arabian Desert and Dubai’s lure for tourists is based mainly on Safari in Desert. Dubai (UAE) has been rated as one of the best places to visit because of its desert area. Desert Safari is one of the adventure things that you must do when you are in Dubai. People coming from entire world for desert safari have to face hot desert climate. Most of the days are sunny throughout the year while summers in Dubai are extremely hot, windy and humid. The desert can be a location with higher humidity there is not any lack of developed plants cover. Desert is really a location about which all of we understood small.  Beside severe climate, desert has gotten new kind of experience. It invites people from around the entire world to savor a thrilling experience in Desert. If you are searching for virtually any experience to flee dirty day time from your town then go for a safari in desert (UAE). Desert golden sand dunes are being visited by luxurious vehicles and this tour across the desert is thrilling.






 During exciting desert tour of thrilling desert you can enjoy everything that you want to see in a desert such as sand bashing, beautiful view of sun set, occasional palm trees and camel rides.  Desert Safari tour consists of lot of things to do:

  1. Ambiance of adventure and enthusiasm promoted by insane maneuvers of 4 ×  4  jeeps, generating rallizinho kind in the middle of an ocean of dunes.


 2. Must see seating sun ԝwhich is normally extraordinary. Enjoy the sunset while you are on the highest dune going towards the camp where you have drinks and dinner waiting for you.

3.  One of the popular activities in the desert is a little camel riding.

4. Belly Dance show while having your dinner in the desert under the beautiful starlit sky.







    Things to consider of smoking sheesha, Sand boarding, sizzling barbecue meat in buffet dinner, sand skiing, special Arabian henna designs on hands and feet, Arabic qahwa, dates and stunning performance of beautiful and exotic belly dancers on traditional Arabic music all are the best amusing elements of adventurous Dubai Desert Safari. After exciting travelling on dunes, visit to desert camp make safari more attractive. If you really want Arabian Desert Adventure, Dubai Desert Safari is one of the perfect exciting travel for you.


Sunday, February 02, 2014

8 Tips for Safe Travel in Dubai

Dubai is Located in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the city of Dubai is a stunning blend of nature and technology and situated on the Arabian Gulf. Dubai is one of the popular and most visited tourist’s destinations. Travelling in Dubai is not fearsome as there is 24/7 help available to the entire new visitor. There are also many rules made by Dubai Government which facilitates travelling in this beautiful place.
As Dubai are a place that has huge buildings, hotels, beaches, excellent road and other great infrastructure. Traveling to Dubai is not difficult, nor is it dangerous especially if you take the time to plan for a safe trip.



Currency and Language


Always, keep this thing in mind that the language of Dubai is Arabic and the valid currency is Dirham. Always keep some Dirham in your pocket while travelling. If you know little bit Arabic then it is very good. It helpful in interacting with the locals of this nation.

Always exchange your currency to the UAE Dirham in bank, at a hotel, or at a mall ATM. Never, ever have your money exchanged for the local currency on the street. Exchanging money on the street may bring you up to a dangerous situation and you may not get the right amount in return.

Cash Requirements

Keep cash with yourself all the time while travelling, so that you can spend it in case you don’t find any ATM machine or bank.


Check Your Visa


You need to have visa on your hand while visiting Dubai. Travelers from some countries are allowed to enter the United Arab Emirates by purchasing a tourist visa upon arrival. Check with your country’s embassy before you embark on an international journey to ensure you have the right documents in hand.

Driving in Dubai


You are prohibited to drive in Dubai without a valid International driving license. Also there are plenty of public transportation options available in Dubai. Some foreign licenses are also accepted but only of those citizens that are either citizens or residents of country issuing license.


Culture in Dubai


You must know the culture of Dubai for safe travel in Dubai.  As Dubai is an Islamic country and it has Islamic culture and laws, so all the comers must respect their laws and culture.

Dress Modestly

Clothing should be modest in order to respect local customs because of the Dubai is in Muslim country (United Arab Emirates). Men and women are free to wear anything and women and also women can wear bikinis on beach side, but wearing bikinis on hotel beaches is strictly prohibited.

Transportation in Dubai

In Dubai, Taxi can be rented very easily and their fares are also very cheap.

Alcohol Consumption in Dubai

Avoid taking alcohol in public place as in Dubai public drunkenness is strictly prohibited, as is drinking and driving. As a tourist, you will not be able to purchase alcohol in a local liquor store as Dubai residents must have an alcohol license.  You can purchase drinks in restaurants and bars, but be careful.



Thursday, November 21, 2013

WHAT TO BUY IN DUBAI ? | UAE Travel Guide

Dubai loves to shop. The city has just about perfected the art of the mall. Dubai is considered as a shopper’s paradise. Dubai is one of the most popular shopping capitals of the world. The shopaholics from around the world visit Dubai for shopping, even they route their flight through Dubai for shopping only; there is something for everyone to buy in the UAE. Bargains abound but you do need to know where to look.

Carpets


The city of Dubai is the paradise for carpet lovers. Most popular ones are fine Persian carpets, Kurdish kilims, colorful Turkish and rough-knotted Bedouin rugs. You will find very fine quality carpets at good prices. Well you have to do some bargaining. There are hundreds and thousands of choices to choose from. Quality of these rugs is mostly judged by the method used to process wool. You should know how the wool was treated to make a rug or carpet. If a rug is made with acid-treated wool, it will not look as rich after some years as it was when you bought it. On the other hand, rugs made by proper treatment of wool last for years and don’t lose their color and shine.


Gold


You should visit the famous GoldSouk to buy gold. Here you can find all types of gold jewelry in different shades like yellow, pink, green etc. Dubai sells and imports huge amount of gold. Once you walk around Gold Souk, you will come to know that it indeed deserves this title. You will find row upon row of shops with dazzling displays of gold jewellery in every conceivable design and purity: Eighteen- and 22-carat are common, but 24-karat is also available, although the deep yellow hue of the high-carat jewellery is not to everyone’s taste. If you wish you can also purchase kilo bars, ten tola bars, small minted bars and gold bullion bars. The basic cost of the gold is set by weight daily – check the daily prices in the local newspapers.


Khanjars


One can find beautiful khanjars here.  Khanjars are the curved dagger of Islamic countries. Usually the handles of khanjars were made from the horns of rhino but these days handles made of wood are also very common. The general khanjars contains 2 rings in which the belt is attached and its scabbards are beautifully adorned with silver wire. The difficulty of these silver wired-thread patterns determines the cost of the khanjars. However, the Sayidi khanjars consists of 5 rings and are mostly covered n silver sheet with very less or no wire. The costs of these khanjars are determined by its weight and craftsmanship.
Pashminas


Fakes are found all over the world, but in Dubai you’ll find bargains on real, silky-soft 100% pashmina shawls. Women around the world adore pashminas, those feather-light cashmere shawls worn by the Middle East’s best-dressed ladies. If you’re shopping for a girlfriend or your mother, you can never go wrong with a pashmina. They come in hundreds of colors and styles, some beaded and embroidered others with pompom edging – you’ll have no trouble finding one you like.

But aside from setting it alight to make sure it doesn’t melt (as polyester does), how can you be sure it’s real? Here’s the trick. Hold the fabric at its corner. Loop your index finger around it and squeeze hard. Now pull the fabric through. If it’s polyester, it won’t budge. If it’s cashmere, it’ll pull through – though the friction may give you a mild case of rope burn. Try it at home with a thin piece of polyester before you hit the shops; then try it with cashmere. You’ll never be fooled again.


Perfume
Every conceivable perfume is available in the UAE. Large perfume stores sell all the Western brands at very good prices. Smaller shops in the souqs stock local perfumes, a fragrant mix of Arabian oil blended to suit your requirements, but beware they are strong! You can also purchase incense such as frankincense.

Food Items

Some foodstuffs are also popular here which you should buy. These include cardamom flavored condensed milk which tastes great in coffee. Natco rose syrup is also a specialty which is often poured over ice cream. You should also buy saffron as it is cheaper here in Dubai. Zataar is also used in soups and salads so buy this. Zataar is actually made of thyme, sesame, oregano and marjoram. Sumac is also a food item. It is actually a spice having lemon like taste. Buy this and add it in salads, kebabs and other Middle Eastern dishes.



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Thursday, September 05, 2013

Top Travel Tips for Dubai(UAE) Travellers

Dubai, Known for its gigantic shopping malls, innovative architectural structures, wonderful sports facilities and luxurious holiday resorts, Dubai is truly a gem in the desert country. The city has become one the most popular playgrounds of the rich and famous, and has made many a statement with several of the world’s tallest buildings, man-made islands and even a huge indoor ski slope and all this in the middle of a desert. These fishing towns in the Arabian Gulf have gone through a lot of changes and, at present, it is one of the best tourist destinations in the world.


The summer months

Weather wise, the best time to come to Dubai and really enjoy the outdoors as much as you enjoy what’s inside the malls are in the cooler months of November to March. During summers, the temperature is often above 40 degrees centigrade. So be sure to discard any notion of visiting the city from May to October. The best time to visit Dubai is from November to May, that is, the winter season. During this time, temperatures only range from 25 to 15 degrees centigrade. There are lots to see and do here, not just the sun, shopping and modern buildings – you can go see the traditional (old) Arabic architecture down at the Bastakiya Quarters near the Dubai Creek or join a desert safari to experience the vast desert.


Rent a car


Dubai that is loaded with liveliness, fun, energy and excitement you need to experience every sight. In order to resolve this issue, you need to rent a car Dubai that suffices your demands, making you comfortable and easy. Once you have decided to visit Dubai as a tourist or for business purpose, you need to assure the following points:

1.       Make sure you have the international driving license. Of you do not have the license none of the UAE car rental will let you rent a car, because it’s a must. Every agency will ask you for international driving license; therefore leave the home town with it.

2.       Always keep in mind that you do not belong to the city of you not local and locals own this city more than you. Never get into any trouble by reacting harshly to any abusive gesture by the locals. It will causes serious trouble to you.

3.       If you are a first time driver in Dubai, it is must for you to take care of the lanes. Dubai is a crowded city with crowd all over, therefore it’s necessary for you to stick to your lane.

4.       While making your way to toll points, make sure you have change because most of these points do not have change. Giving extra money will either cause you the loss or will displease the officers there.


Go Mall Hopping


The last thing anyone would REALLY want to do is go to a country as a tourist and spend a major part of it traipsing through a Mall. Mall of the Emirates isn’t the only shopping centre in the UAE with a surreal twist. The Dubai Mall has a huge aquarium – one of the largest in the world, containing 10 million litres of water, sharks, stingrays and thousands of exotic fish – right there next to the customary high street fashion outlets, such as H&M and New Look. Visitors can take a ride on a glass-bottomed boat to admire all the sea creatures or, if they’re feeling brave, go diving with the sharks or take part in a little cage snorkeling. The Dubai Mall also has an Olympic-sized ice rink, where you can play hockey, take ice dancing lessons or just go for a sociable spin.

Tour the Gold Souk


Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk is a traditional market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. World famous Gold Souk is Dubai’s Gold Souk, where narrow streets are lined with shop windows glinting with ornaments made in 22 and 24 carat gold. Along the slightly larger lanes of the gold souk, each shop window is crammed with gold necklaces, rings, bangles, earrings and brooches. On display in one of the shops is the World’s Largest Gold Ring, certificated from the Guinness Book of World Records. Designs can be traditional or modern, bold or conservative, loud or sober, sturdy or delicate. Along with designs, you will find many different shades of gold like pink, white, yellow or green hues in one piece. Dubai Gold Souk is worth a visit even if you have no intention of buying. It would be hard to resist the temptation to buy them. Haggling about the price is like a tradition. Take your time and plan 2 to 3 hours for your visit.

Saturday, August 31, 2013

Travel the ‘Emirates’ of UAE


Having grown from a quiet backwater to becoming one of the leading Middle eastern tourist destinations, UAE is home to some of the fastest growing and most dynamic cities of the world. You can find world’s largest man made islands, world’s tallest building, as well as some of the world’s best shopping centers right here along with traditional Arabic culture and a history that dates back to thousands of years. The place is full of crowded shopping malls as well as secluded sand dunes that will make your holiday memorable one. However, most of the people are aware of either Dubai or the Abu Dhabi regions of the country. The country has much more to offer than that. In fact, there are a total of seven emirates that make up the country. Though the most well known among these is Dubai, others are equally fascinating and are well worth a visit.

Umm Al Quwain:
 
Consisting of some of the most beautiful stretches of lush green mangrove forests dotting the Persian Gulf shores, Umm al Quwain is like a peaceful heaven with rolling sand dunes accompanying the fertile oasis surrounding the Falaj Al Moalla. Said to be one of the most peaceful of all UAE Emirates, the place is free from the hustle and bustle of city life. However, that does not mean that the place is devoid of attractions. The place is home to world’s largest aquapark known as Dreamland as well as the first UAE aviation club that is world known for its skydiving and parachute championships. There is also the Corniche for those who love to smoke shisha accompanied by the sound of waves. Not only this, you can make your holidays much more memorable with traditional Arabian adventure activities such as camel racing, falconry as well as sailing in addition to the regular water sports activities such as kayaking, jet skiing, wind surfing and water skiing.

Sharjah

Though a little dusty and chaotic compared to the other UAE Emirates, Sharjah has a unique charm for all the tourists. Being the third largest of all the seven emirates, Sharjah is the only one of all to have lands on both the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Located just next to Dubai, the place is much cheaper compared to its neighbor and has many attractions worth visiting for its tourists. There is the Heritage area located near the Burj Avenue that has some of the most exciting and interesting sites of the emirate. In addition to this, there are also various other museums and desert parks that you can visit. The place is also a treasure haven for those looking to sample some of the Middle eastern delights as delicacies and drinks are available all over the city at very cheap prices. However, the emirate, also known as ‘dry emirate’, forbids sale or possession of alcohol in any form.

Fujairah



Located on the easternmost corner of UAE, Fujairah is the youngest of all emirates considering it became independent from Sharjah in 1952. It is also the only emirate to not have a coastline along the Persian Gulf. The place has witnessed rapid growth in terms of social and economic development recently though the place is yet to be noticed much on the tourism radar. However, this makes it all the more attractive for those who yearn to escape the mad tourist crowds and look for peaceful places to unwind. The place is home to the oldest mosque of UAE that was built in 1446 with mud and bricks. Some of the other interesting places to visit in the emirate include the Fujairah fort as well as a museum located right next to it, though construction of a heritage village is underway. However, if you like to enjoy sunny beaches and practice sea activities, it is best to go to the city of Diba where you get to hire a boat to visit the islands that lie in the Gulf of Oman. All things considered, Fujairah is more suitable as a base stop from where you can go on to further trips rather than anything else. 

Ras Al Khaimah


Nestled between the Persian gulf and the Hajjar mountains, Ras Al Khaymah shares its borders with the Oman Sultanate. The place has a fascinating topography what with the clean white beaches fringing the calm beaches, dramatic sand dunes along with the majestic Hajjar Mountains, all at one place. With various beautiful wildlife conservatories and sanctuaries as well as numerous tourist landmarks, the place is fast becoming one of the leading tourist destinations of UAE. To add more to its appeal, with the completion of the new Emirates highway, the place is now just an hour away from Dubai. Some of the must see attractions of the place include the Al Jazirah Al Hamra, Khatt Springs, Prehistoric Shimal, Dhayah village, Ras Al Khaimah National Museum, the Old City, and various others. The place is well worth a visit if you like to enjoy camel races, camping, picnics, desert safaris, quad biking as well as various other adventure activities.

Ajman


Considered to be the smallest of all seven emirates, Ajman is located smack in the middle of UAE as a whole. This makes it highly accessible with roads leading to it from Sharjah, Dubai, Umm Al Quwain along with the main Emirates road. In addition to spectacular sunny white beaches with cool blue waters lapping, the place is home to many a designer outlets as well as dining options. There is also a traditional Iranian souq where you can buy some interesting domestic goods as well as pottery options that are sure to make your trip worthwile. For those looking for some historical fun, there is the Ajman Museum as well as an old fort that was built in 16th century where you can see the different artifacts as well as the reconstruction of traditional life. Alcohol is easily available in this emirate and is served in many hotels and restaurants.

Dubai


One of the most progressive and modern emirates of UAE, Dubai is a popular tourist destination that is essentially a desert city with exceptional infrastructure, liberal policies and excellent tourist amenities. With just 5 hours away from Europe, the place makes for a great place for partying, shopping, sporting events, sunbathing and various other sinful pleasures. If you are looking for the biggest, the fastest, the highest and the largest, Dubai is the place. In fact, with the largest immigrant population of the world, the place hardly seems like an Arab emirate once you land into it. The place has so many attractions that they can hardly fit into a list. The place is home to Burj Dubai, Jumeirah Museum, the Gold Souk, Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain, Palm Islands and various others. In addition to these attractions, the place is also a popular shopping destination what with the spice souks, diamond park, Jumeirah Town Center and several others. There is also the Dubai Shopping Festival that has some of the top world brands coming in to present amazing deals to the customers. In terms of dining to, the place has many multi cuisine options with several leading world food chains having their outlets in the city. In short, the place is a world in itself with both international and traditional attractions on offer.

Abu Dhabi

Largest of all emirates, Abu Dhabi is also the capital of UAE. In addition to this, the emirate is also the first among its counterparts to export oil in 1962. In fact, its long coastline that stretches over the shallow waters of Southern Gulf and were once considered to be the world’s best waters for pearling. This emirate is also the most populated of all with some of the world’s largest sand dunes. These offer a great opportunity for Desert safaris and other sand adventures that make for a complete Arabian adventure. In addition to some of the finest hotels, the place is also home to delicious Arabic gastronomical delights that are sure to put your taste buds in a party mood. Though the place is much more conservative compared to Dubai, it does not lack in any way in terms of attractions. The place has Sheikh Zayed mosque which is counted amongst the most beautiful mosques of the world, Ferrari world which is the first theme park of its kind to be styled around the Ferrari cars, Al Hosn Palace which is one of the oldest buildings of the city and many others. The place has something for everyone from individuals to couples to families.

So come visit UAE and get to experience an Arabian Nights adventure that is full of palaces, sand dunes as well as beaches perfect for any person.



Tuesday, August 06, 2013

WHERE TO STAY IN DUBAI


Dubai is “Dubai” there is no competition to it! With Burj Al Arab (a 7-star hotel) and the highest manmade landmark (Burj Al Khalifa) in its kitty, it can win that travel trophy without any doubt! The luxury life style, splendid spas, serenity of breathtaking sunsets and white sandy beaches is experienced in Dubai.
Now, when you are in Dubai, you won’t have to worry about the accommodation! There are enough roofs under which you can get a secure shelter! All you have to do is to count your money and make a choice! If you are rich (and I mean RICH), then the best option would be the 7-star property which I extolled earlier (yes, that Burj Al Arab)!
But if you are a modest traveler, then do not gulp! There are plenty of other 3-star hotels which are great and still quite cheap! A few budget hotels would be Hyatt Regency, Movenpick Hotel Deira, Capitol Hotel and Coral Oriental. These are pretty luxurious but the tariffs are lower.
If you want to extract maximum pleasure from your trip, you need to book a holiday home in a neighborhood that not only fulfill your accommodation and dining needs rather, it also provides easy access to places you have planned to visit or at least main city attractions like shopping malls, entertainment, leisure and dining facilities, than some of the places are:



Jumeirah
For beach lovers, Jumeriah beach will be the best suburb to book a holiday home for your accommodation. There are number of glamorous resorts, hotels and beach clubs you can choose as accommodation for your holiday trip. Palm Jumeriah and Umm Suqeim are main sub rubs of Jumeirah District. Madinat Jumeriah at Umm Suqeim and luxury resorts and hotels at Palm Jumeirah and Jumeriah .

Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina provides best accommodation for those who want to enjoy real luxury lifestyle of Dubai, as this neighborhood is full with ultra modern apartment and hotel buildings. The neighborhood possesses almost everything from modern accommodation to luxury shopping amenities. The Address, Grosvenor House and Dusit Residence are few renowned luxury hotel in Dubai Marina, where you can book your holiday home.


If your budget is really low then try booking a room at Dream Palace Hotel or Holiday Inn. They are very pocket-friendly and meant for people like me:P

Instead of hotels, you may also find suitable self catering accommodation in serviced apartment projects like Nuran Marina Serviced Residences. Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa can be the best place to visit if you want to relax your body and soul.

Alternately, you can buy Cheap DubaiPackages from a trusted website t2everywhere.com and let the travel planner put you in a good hotel.




Monday, July 22, 2013

Travel Tips for Your UAE Holiday


Planning a trip to UAE??? In addition to all those Visa requirements, there are many other things that you need to keep in mind while travelling in Middle East. Their society is considerably more formal and traditional than modern western societies. In fact, even those unfamiliar with the region know of the different code of etiquette followed in the society. In order to make your trip more comfortable and less troublesome, it is best to know of these differences beforehand and prepare for them ahead of the trip to avoid any future problems. Here are some tips regarding how to conduct yourself in the Middle Eastern society to get the maximum hospitality from your hosts:

Language:

Because of its diversely expatriate population, English in addition to Arabic is the most commonly spoken language in UAE. You may even hear snatches of Urdu, Hindi and Pashtu as well as various other dialects of Arabic.

Food:

In Middle East, communal eating is considered to be a sign of friendship. Also, it is best not eat with your left hand as it is considered to be unclean. In many places, it is considered polite to leave some food on the plate after eating. Do remember not to ask for any pork or pork products as Islam frowns upon the consumption of the same. Also, instead of asking for alcohol, accept the tea or coffee served to you by your hosts. This is because in UAE alcohol is only served in some restaurants and is not widely available as most observant Muslims do not drink or smoke.

Women Travelers

Women travelers to UAE should keep in mind the stringent conditions placed by the Middle Eastern society on the fairer sex. Though they are not required to cover their heads or wear the traditional dresses as the locals do, they are required to dress appropriately and conservatively according to the society rules. Many a time while visiting a mosque, you shall be even asked to wear an abaya that shall be provided to you at the mosque itself in adherence to the Muslim tradition.

Photography

Always ask for permission before taking photographs of any religious place or military installation or evn any Middle Eastern person, especially women.

Formal interactions:



Dress modestly and keep both your feet on the floor as it is considered as an insult to show the bottom of your feet to another person. Also, try not to be intrusive and keep your talks to general topics only rather than asking about the spouse or other family members. Another thing that you need to keep in mind while meeting and greeting locals is not to shake hands. Few men indulge in handshakes while most women refrain from touching men who are not from the family. Instead they show their sincerity and happiness in simply putting their hands on their hearts. Men and women may hold hands but should only do so if they are married or related.

Religion:

Though Islam is the official religion of UAE, the county recognizes other religions too.  You can find quite a few Christian churches as well as Hindu temples in addition to the Islamic mosques in the country.

Middle Easterners are great people who love to meet and greet people and are quite social and personable people. They also love to know their guests and expect their guests to respect their culture too. The place is a treasure trove of various attractions and is a great place to enjoy some sun and sand. So happy travelling!!!

         

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Dubai Travel Tips

DUBAI TRAVEL TIPS

Dubai, very much like any other large global city, it has its own unique set of rules and regulations that Westerners are not always aware of on their first visit. Here are five things to be aware of if you are taking luxury Dubai holidays.
Things not to do in Dubai:

  1. Public shows of affection are strictly prohibited in Dubai, Yes you can hold hands but kissing between lovers should not be done in public.

2. Drinking alcohol in public is outlawed, if you are after a drinking holiday with a group of friends, Dubai may not be for you. Tourists can consume alcohol in licensed hotels and bars/restaurants/pubs. Non Muslim Expats can buy alcohol in special liquor stores if they hold a liquor license.

3. Exposing any skin from the neck down is frowned upon in Middle-Eastern countries, however In Dubai; the rules are relaxed slightly in an effort to be more tourists friendly. Beachwear should be worn on the beach and otherwise you should be dressed "normal", means no superfine skirt, no belly free shirts, no shorts while shopping etc

4.  Dubai, it has been known for people to be arrested for making an obscene gesture therefore never raise your middle finger. Remain polite and courteous at all times. Avoid jaywalking the streets. If caught you have to pay a fine.

5.  Drug possession is serious crime in any country, but in Dubai, it can lead to imprisonment and even a death sentence.



1.       Dubai is known for really cheap gold, government keeps tight control over the quality of all the merchandise, so rest assured that your purchases will be genuine.


2.       If something in the window catches your fancy, be sure to barter — persistent protest capped with a walkway will get merchants to drop their asking price by as much as half.

3.       Golf is an obsession in Dubai. If you want to rub elbows with celebrities on the green, try the courses designed in Dubai.

4.       The centerpiece of Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is its massive tank inhabited by 33,000 creatures such as sharks, rats and countless multi-colored tropical fish. Get up close and personal with the sharks in the walk-through tunnel.

5.       Experience the awesome Arabian wilderness on a desert safari. Activities to try out in the desert include ‘dune bashing’ in big 4x4 jeeps, dune bogging and sand skiing.


Friday, July 19, 2013

Some OMG Facts About Dubai


Located on the Arabian Peninsula, Dubai is today one of the most visited places of the world and is fast becoming an emerging economic leader in the world economy. With its strategic location, the place was an important port even during the ancient times. However, there are many fun facts about this place that you may hardly believe to be associated with such a small place. Lets take a peep into this fascinating Arab world and get to know some of its secrets that make it even more attractive for the travelers from around the world.

·         Less than 20 percent of total Dubai’s population comprise of actual locals. This has resulted due to an exponential immigration leading to the local Emirati population almost being drowned out. However, there is little strife among the people as everyone gets along with everyone else, thus leading to a more liberal attitude towards culture and dressing. Crime Rate is almost equal to zero with racial tensions unheard of in the city. Though the place still retains a distinct Arabic and Bedouin influence, yet the large foreign influx has lent a cosmopolitan culture to the society.

·         Located on the side of Dubai Creek is the most famous gold market also known as the Gold Souk. With over 250 gold shops including several world class top brands, the place offers bargains on gold jewelry shopping unmatched anywhere else in the world.

·         Keeping in line with the tag of Dubai fast becoming the shopping capital of the world, the place is also home to the Dubai Mall, the biggest shopping mall in the world in terms of area. Housing the Discovery Center and the Aquarium, the place also holds the unique world record for having the largest acrylic panel too.

·         Built to resemble the shape of a dhow sail, experience life king size at Burj Al Arab, one of the most luxurious hotels of world as well as the fourth tallest one. Built on an artificial island and having a lobby taller than the Statue of Liberty, the place is luxury personified. Al Mahara, one of the restaurants housed in the hotel, features a massive acrylic glass seawater aquarium. The entry to the hotel can only be made through a simulated submarine voyage.    


·         Others on the list of tallest buildings are the world’s tallest residential building named as 23 Marina as well as the tallest hotel of the world namely the Rose Tower are also located in Dubai.

·         Talking of the tallest skyscrapers, how can we miss the majestic Burj Khalifa, the tallest man made structure on the face of the Earth that is as lofty as two Empire State buildings on top of each other. Boasting of the highest mosque, the highest restaurant, the highest nightclub and the highest observation deck of the world, the place is treat for the eyes as it offers views like none other. Get to watch the sun going down twice during a day- once while watching the sunset from the base and then take a ride up and get to see the same sun still setting from the observation deck!!!

·         Palm Islands, a man made artificial group of islands being made through land reclamation techniques, are a sight to behold. The place, after completion, shall be the biggest archipelago of the world housing luxury hotels, beachfront properties, entertainment centers, malls, theme parks and much more.  



·         Another interesting fact to know about Dubai is that the city is that there is no concept of street addresses in the place. Also, you do not have to pay any income tax or personal tax to the administration!!!

Keeping these facts in the mind, it may well be understood now why Dubai is climbing up the tourism ladder and is becoming the holiday destination for vacationers from around the world.


Monday, July 08, 2013

Space Tourism lift Off in Abu Dhabi!!!






You are sure to be surprised to know that Abu dhabi, one of the only remaining geographies of the world that doesn’t even have a passenger rail service, is on the road of becoming of a popular space tourism hub. The place is on the forefront of becoming a space port in coming years after the successful commencement of the first rocket powered test flight in to the space was engineered by Virgin Galactic, the first commercial space tourism company of the world co owned by Aabar Investments of Abu Dhabi and Sir Richard Branson of Virgin Atlantic. The program has entered into its final phase prior to the actual commencement of commercial space tourism facilities from Spaceport America in New Mexico.

It was in 2009 when the deal was announced between the two companies that Abu Dhabi would be getting exclusive regional rights for the upcoming Virgin Galactic tourism and space research flight, thus leading to the proposed construction of a spaceport right here in this Middle East geography. The announcement comes as a big landmark for Abu Dhabi industry which is fast becoming global in it approach. In fact, the same Aabar investments earlier bought 9.1% in Mercedes Benz maker Daimler and a 4% stake in California based Tesla Motors company San Carlos, making it the most active of all the Abu Dhabi’s investment funds.  The space port is also in line with the international plans of the emirate that has long competed for the international attention with its neighboring emirate Dubai.

Said to be the richest of all the seven sheikhdoms that make up the United Arab Emirates, the space port decision will also help the emirate in diversifying its identity as just an oil reserve emirate. In fact, according the founder of Virgin Galactic, Richard Branson, the emirate will take a giant leap in terms of travel when it will launch its own port that will ferry passengers to the outer universe. It will also help in taking forward the emirate’s plans o introduce science and technology at the grassroots level and help in boosting economic growth and improving business and service opportunities in the area. It will also help in enhancing tourism and foreign investment in the region.


So all you space junkies who have been dying to see just what’s outside this world of ours, Abu Dhabi spaceport will provide you with a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience weightlessness and a first hand look of how this beautiful Earth of ours looks from outside !!!     

Wonderful Tourist Attractions In Dubai

Dubai city ​​that was formerly the desert is now become a Paradise for tourists.Dubai is one of the top tourists destination and most luxurious city in the world. Dubai ranks 1st for luxury homes in the world Tourism is a booming industry in Dubai and there are so many things for tourists to do in Dubai, that no amount of time that will be enough to visit each attraction of this city.Dubai has become a new hotshot in tourism. People from all around the world travel to Dubai to enjoy its beautiful architecture, shop, enjoy amazing desert safari and dinner on a cruise.

Burj al-Arab



The Burj al Arab is a super-luxury hotel in Dubai, which claims to be the first seven-star hotel in the world. Built on an artificial island, the hotel is designed to resemble the billowing sail of a dhow, a traditional sailboat.This is the most important icon of Dubai.Building the Burj al-Arab, designed by Tom Wright,the Burj Al Arab soars to a height o
f 321 metres,, 66 floors and is the tallest building is fully used as a hotel. The building stands on an artificial island located 280 m offshore in the Persian Gulf. Burj al-Arab is owned by Jumeirah. Besides above the ocean waters, the high tower also features with a special dish of cocktail Skyview Bar, underwater restaurant, seven-star hotel rooms and an outdoor tennis court. Burj al-Arab become the most famous tourist attractions in Dubai.
 
Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa is world's tallest tower and most wonderful architecture.Burj Khalifa is an amazing feat of engineering- the story of which you can see if you take a trip to "At The Top"- the highest viewing platform in the world.This building includes part of the hotel, office space, Residential Apartments with all luxury facilities. The journey starts from the lower ground level of The Dubai Mall. Throughout the journey to the top, visitors are entertained by a multi-media presentation of the exotic history of Dubai and the marvel that is the Burj Khalifa.




Global Village


Global village in Dubai is a huge event running alongside Dubai Shopping Festival during the cooler months between November and February. It is the region's first cultural, entert
ainment, family and shopping destination. Breathtaking live performances, mouth-watering cuisine, authentic handicrafts and merchandise from different countries await you at the many national pavilions in Global Village. There are many more attractions, including thrilling rides, games and firework displays, to complete your visit.

 
Jumeirah Beach


Jumeirah beach is the most famous beach tourist attractions in Dubai. This beach stretches to 7 km, divided into seven beaches and each beach stretches miles and length. Two Coast fused in each Jumeirah Park, and Wadi Water Park is located on Jumeirah beach. The beach is dedicated to the water playground, and the Water Park are giving you enjoy free time for sightseeing water.




Palm Island

Frequently called the eighth wonder of the world, the Palm Islands of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates are the world's largest artificial islands, each manmade into the shape of a palm tree.Palm Jumeirah has everything yo
u need to enjoy a wonderful holiday break.There's a wide range of daytime activities, including water sports, aquariums, theme parks and of course miles of beautiful beaches. And at night the bars, clubs and shows will offer plenty of fun and amusement.



The fun of travelling from Dubai to a huge deserted land can be breath taking. You would be amazed to see never ending dunes of sand across you. As far as your eyes can see, you will visualize just sand. During your trip you will encounter well bred camels and scattered villages.In addition to riding a camel, desert skiing and other natural roller coaster, here you can enjoy a puff shisha (Arabic tobacco) while watching the belly dancers in action.


Dubai marina


Dubai marina is one of the Dubai's newest touristattractions. The marina is situated at the backdrop of the amazing buildings of JBR and has great views, walkways and boat rides available. It is amazing either during the day or in the evenings. Dubai Marina is the largest man-made marina in the world and is home to super yachts and also Dubai Marina Mall.There are new play areas under the bridges linking the Marina to JBR, which helps bring the community together and Marina Mall