Needless to say, it is the tallest building in the world. This engineering marvel is 828 meters tall. It consists of 163 floors, that houses hotels, residences, corporate suites, restaurants, observation decks and nightclubs. The 124th and 125th floors are observation floors (At the Top).
Dubai is one amongst the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is also one of the top tourist destinations in the Middle East. It attracts tourists from all parts of the world. Once a desert land, is now known for its modern infrastructure, stunning skylines, world-class hotels, massive shopping malls and exotic cars. Dubai is the best place for a short vacation. If you are planning to visit Dubai before March 2022, you can experience the incredible Dubai Expo 2020. You can explore more than 190 countries under one roof! Read this blog to know more about Dubai.
Connectivity To Dubai
The best way to reach Dubai is by air. Dubai International Airport is the only airport and is considered to be the busiest in the UAE. The official carrier is Emirates and it operates to more than 100 destinations worldwide. If you are in Abu Dhabi or Sharjah, you can reach Dubai by road.
Know Your Dubai
Time: GMT +4
Telephone Code: +971
Languages: Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu, Tagalog
Currency: UAE Dirham
Visa: Differs based on nationality. Visit https://www.emirates.com/in/english/before-you-fly/visa-passport-information/uae-visa-information/ for more information
Weather: Average high temperature - 36.5 degrees Celsius; average low temperature - 19.5 degrees Celsius
Best time to visit: November to April
Clothing & Personal Care: Cotten, linen and fabrics work the best
Must-Do Things In Dubai
Visit Burj Khalifa - Needless to say, it is the tallest building in the world. This engineering marvel is 828 meters tall. It consists of 163 floors, that houses hotels, residences, corporate suites, restaurants, observation decks and nightclubs. The 124th and 125th floors are observation floors (At the Top).
Visit Dubai Fountain - How about an evening filled with lights, music and fountains? The Dubai fountain is spread across 30 acres and it is the tallest performing fountain in the world. The fountain rises to jaw-dropping heights when they perform to a range of music right from Arabic music to world music.
Visit Miracle Garden - How about being in a floral wonderland that has more than 150 million flowers in full bloom? Spread across 72,000 sq.ft. you can see the replica of Burj Khalifa, Emirates A380, tombs, houses, etc. decorated with a variety of flowers. Note the garden is closed during summer as it is not conducive for flower gazing.
Visit Dubai Creek - The Dubai creek splits Dubai into two halves. The southwest part is towards the traditional side of things and on the northeast side, you can explore the swanky side of Dubai. An abra ride is a must when you are in the creek. You can also book a seat in a dhow to see some visual brilliance of the Dubai skyline.
Visit Dubai Aquarium - The Dubai Aquarium and the underwater zoo is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world. Situated in Dubai Mall, It holds more than 10 million liters of water and has more than 33,000 aquatic animals.
Visit Dubai Souks - Souks are bazaar-like markets in Dubai where you can buy precious ornaments like Gold, dry fruits, spices, etc. Gold Souk is the best place for buying premium quality gold. It is one of the major tourist attraction places as there are hundreds of gold shops lined up one after the other that offers a one-of-its-kind experience to the visitors.
Visit Ain Dubai - A new way to witness Dubai is through Ain Dubai. Ain Dubai is the largest and tallest observation wheel - 250 meters in the sky! It has 48 air-conditioned cabins that can accommodate 1750 visitors. With a duration of 38 minutes, Ain Dubai offers you three different pod types - observation pod, social pod and private pod for a truly unique experience.
Visit Palm Islands - These are the largest man-made islands in the world. Often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world, they are designed in a palm tree shape. Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebal Ali and Palm Deira are the three islands and only Palm Jumeirah is open to the public. They are home to posh apartments, villas, hotels, restaurants, malls and dive sites.
Desert Safari - If you love adventure sports, a desert safari is a must-do! Explore the deserts of Dubai in a four-wheel-drive SUV like never before. Feel the adrenaline rush as you do the dune bashing for 20-30 minutes in the middle of tall dunes.
Local Delicacies - Arabic cuisine is the most sought out cuisine by meat lovers. What better place to be than Dubai to enjoy delicacies like stuffed camel, Shawarma (not your regular one), Biryani, Harees, Falafel, etc.
No matter where you are from, Dubai will guarantee you an exotic and extravagant experience at an affordable cost compared to the US or a European destination. So, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets now! Happy Holidays!!
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If you love adventure sports, a desert safari is a must-do! Explore the deserts of Dubai in a four-wheel-drive SUV like never before. Feel the adrenaline rush as you do the dune bashing for 20-30 minutes in the middle of tall dunes.
These are the largest man-made islands in the world. Often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world, they are designed in a palm tree shape. Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebal Ali and Palm Deira are the three islands and only Palm Jumeirah is open to the public. They are home to posh apartments, villas, hotels, restaurants, malls and dive sites.
The Dubai creek splits Dubai into two halves. The southwest part is towards the traditional side of things and on the northeast side, you can explore the swanky side of Dubai. An abra ride is a must when you are in the creek. You can also book a seat in a dhow to see some visual brilliance of the Dubai skyline.