Travel
DUBAI BEACHES - A Popular Dubai Attraction
Beautiful sun, sand and water - that is what constitutes holidays in Dubai beaches. Dubai has a strange and unique combination of deserts and beaches. Like its deserts its coastal areas are also attractive and full of fun. The blend of the sand, sea and the sun can be exhilarating and intoxicating. Take a trip to the exotic seashore in Dubai and you will what I exactly mean.
Beautiful sun, sand and water - that is what constitutes holidays in Dubai beaches. Dubai has a strange and unique combination of deserts and beaches. Like its deserts its coastal areas are also attractive and full of fun. The blend of the sand, sea and the sun can be exhilarating and intoxicating. Take a trip to the exotic seashore in Dubai and you will what I exactly mean.
Nightlife in Abu Dhabi
There are plenty of late night activities for the night crawlers in Abu Dhabi, ranging from throbbing discos to chic bars all over Abu Dhabi. However besides a few independent bars and discos, hotels are the main harbor for the nightlife, as they are licensed to serve alcohol.
There are plenty of late night activities for the night crawlers in Abu Dhabi, ranging from throbbing discos to chic bars all over Abu Dhabi. However besides a few independent bars and discos, hotels are the main harbor for the nightlife, as they are licensed to serve alcohol.
The Palm Islands, Dubai
Palm tree-shaped resort island on land reclaimed from the sea, The Palm Islands Dubai; visible from the moon add 120 kilometers of sandy beaches to Dubai’s shoreline, and are one of its kind world's largest man-made islands, being built on the coast of the emirate of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Palm tree-shaped resort island on land reclaimed from the sea, The Palm Islands Dubai; visible from the moon add 120 kilometers of sandy beaches to Dubai’s shoreline, and are one of its kind world's largest man-made islands, being built on the coast of the emirate of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Golfing in Emirates
The United Arab Emirates offers a wide rage of world class Golf Courses. The golf courses in the Emirates are unequaled and the choice is ever increasing. Dubai is the pioneer of golf in the Middle East with championship-standard grass courses for even the most experienced players, but in the next five years, new courses will undoubtedly emerge all around the Emirates. Right now there are numerous tourist activities on offer for the traveling golfer.
The United Arab Emirates offers a wide rage of world class Golf Courses. The golf courses in the Emirates are unequaled and the choice is ever increasing. Dubai is the pioneer of golf in the Middle East with championship-standard grass courses for even the most experienced players, but in the next five years, new courses will undoubtedly emerge all around the Emirates. Right now there are numerous tourist activities on offer for the traveling golfer.
Watersports in the UAE
The placid waters of the Arabian Sea are ideal for motorized watersports and scuba diving. UAE being predominantly a coastal country offers unlimited options for watersports. The long coastline and the shallow waters of the Gulf provide an ideal environment for water sports. Adventure and sport enthusiasts are well catered for and facilities for diving, deep sea fishing, sailing, snorkeling, cruising, scuba diving and powerboat racing are truly world-class. Here’s a list of some of the most exciting watersports activities in the UAE.
The placid waters of the Arabian Sea are ideal for motorized watersports and scuba diving. UAE being predominantly a coastal country offers unlimited options for watersports. The long coastline and the shallow waters of the Gulf provide an ideal environment for water sports. Adventure and sport enthusiasts are well catered for and facilities for diving, deep sea fishing, sailing, snorkeling, cruising, scuba diving and powerboat racing are truly world-class. Here’s a list of some of the most exciting watersports activities in the UAE.
Diving in the Emirates
The United Arab Emirates offers many interesting and amazing diving sites to discover. The waters off Dubai offer considerable attractions and variety for scuba divers, both novice and expert. The diving areas in the U.A.E are very different from each other
The United Arab Emirates offers many interesting and amazing diving sites to discover. The waters off Dubai offer considerable attractions and variety for scuba divers, both novice and expert. The diving areas in the U.A.E are very different from each other
Horse Riding in the UAE
The region embraces horse racing as its favourite sport. Dubai World Cup, one of the recent challenges has gained the reputation of being the richest horse race in the world.
The region embraces horse racing as its favourite sport. Dubai World Cup, one of the recent challenges has gained the reputation of being the richest horse race in the world.
Dubai City
Having expanded along both banks of the Creek, Dubai’s central business district is divided into two parts — Deira on the northern side and Bur Dubai to the south — connected by a tunnel and two bridges. Each has its share of fine mosques and busy souks, of public buildings, shopping malls, hotels, office towers, banks, hospitals, schools, apartments and villas.
Having expanded along both banks of the Creek, Dubai’s central business district is divided into two parts — Deira on the northern side and Bur Dubai to the south — connected by a tunnel and two bridges. Each has its share of fine mosques and busy souks, of public buildings, shopping malls, hotels, office towers, banks, hospitals, schools, apartments and villas.
The Creek
The Creek, a natural sea-water inlet which cuts through the centre of the city, is the historic focal point of life in Dubai. A stroll along its banks evokes the city’s centuries-old trading traditions.
The Creek, a natural sea-water inlet which cuts through the centre of the city, is the historic focal point of life in Dubai. A stroll along its banks evokes the city’s centuries-old trading traditions.
Archaeological Sites
There are three main excavation sites in Dubai, at Al Ghusais, Al Sufooh and Jumeirah.
There are three main excavation sites in Dubai, at Al Ghusais, Al Sufooh and Jumeirah.
Jumeirah Mosque / Grand Mosque
The city has many fine mosques. One of the largest and most beautiful — Jumeirah Mosque — is a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture.
The city has many fine mosques. One of the largest and most beautiful — Jumeirah Mosque — is a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture.
Deira Creekside
A group of distinctive and remarkable modern buildings are ranged near the purpose-built dhow wharfage beside the Maktoum Bridge, including the Etisalat Tower, the Department of Economic Development, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, The National Bank of Dubai headquarters and Dubai Creek Tower.
A group of distinctive and remarkable modern buildings are ranged near the purpose-built dhow wharfage beside the Maktoum Bridge, including the Etisalat Tower, the Department of Economic Development, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, The National Bank of Dubai headquarters and Dubai Creek Tower.
Dubai Museum
Al Fahidi Fort, which houses the Dubai Museum, is another imposing building. It once guarded the city’s landward approaches. Built around 1799, it has served variously as palace, garrison and prison.
Al Fahidi Fort, which houses the Dubai Museum, is another imposing building. It once guarded the city’s landward approaches. Built around 1799, it has served variously as palace, garrison and prison.
Dubai - A city of fine cuisine (Entertainment in Dubai)
Dubai is a city that offers rare opportunities to experience local and ethnic cuisine from almost every region in the world for those who enjoy good food and a great dining experience.
Dubai is a city that offers rare opportunities to experience local and ethnic cuisine from almost every region in the world for those who enjoy good food and a great dining experience.
Deep Sea Fishing
The warmth and shelter of the Gulf attracts a large variety of fish. Substantial species like the local hammour ( grouper ) barracuda, shark and sail fish are The prize of the catch. Half of full day trips available to the best fishing waters some 12 miles offshore.
The warmth and shelter of the Gulf attracts a large variety of fish. Substantial species like the local hammour ( grouper ) barracuda, shark and sail fish are The prize of the catch. Half of full day trips available to the best fishing waters some 12 miles offshore.
Sailing and Windsurfing
Sailing is one of the most popular pastimes in Dubai. Fixed keel, dinghy and board sailing are all available. Conditions are near perfect with minimal tides or currents in the Gulf. Winds are usually predictable and reassuring for the beginner but strong enough to challenge the Experienced sailor.
Sailing is one of the most popular pastimes in Dubai. Fixed keel, dinghy and board sailing are all available. Conditions are near perfect with minimal tides or currents in the Gulf. Winds are usually predictable and reassuring for the beginner but strong enough to challenge the Experienced sailor.
Scuba Diving
Dubai combines excitement for advanced divers with safety for beginners. - P.A.D.I. (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and B.S.A.C. (British Sub Aqua Club) approved instruction available at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. - May to October is so warm that no wetsuits are needed, 3mm suits are comfortable for the Rest of the year. - Many submerged wrecks attract startling array of vivid tropical fish and make for fascinating diving. - Coral and Reef diving in the sheltered waters of the Gulf of Oman offers a chance to see Harmless shark rays and other exotic species. - All Dubai scuba companies organize dives in both the Gulf and East Coast waters.
Dubai combines excitement for advanced divers with safety for beginners. - P.A.D.I. (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and B.S.A.C. (British Sub Aqua Club) approved instruction available at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. - May to October is so warm that no wetsuits are needed, 3mm suits are comfortable for the Rest of the year. - Many submerged wrecks attract startling array of vivid tropical fish and make for fascinating diving. - Coral and Reef diving in the sheltered waters of the Gulf of Oman offers a chance to see Harmless shark rays and other exotic species. - All Dubai scuba companies organize dives in both the Gulf and East Coast waters.
Water - Skiing
The warm waters of the Gulf and year-round sunshine make Dubai an ideal location for water- skiing. Facilities and locations are perfect for both beginners and advanced skiers. Dubai’s reputation as a water-skier’s paradise is well established. Each year the Dubai Water Sports Association invites top performers from Europe and the United States for a week-long competition and Festival.
The warm waters of the Gulf and year-round sunshine make Dubai an ideal location for water- skiing. Facilities and locations are perfect for both beginners and advanced skiers. Dubai’s reputation as a water-skier’s paradise is well established. Each year the Dubai Water Sports Association invites top performers from Europe and the United States for a week-long competition and Festival.
Dubai Travel
Traveling around Dubai is straightforward. There are many options for the mode of transports to assist one in getting around. Taxis are available from various locations and can take you around Dubai with ease. Your hotel should also provide transport and take you around the hot spots and tourist attractions of Dubai.
Traveling around Dubai is straightforward. There are many options for the mode of transports to assist one in getting around. Taxis are available from various locations and can take you around Dubai with ease. Your hotel should also provide transport and take you around the hot spots and tourist attractions of Dubai.
