Dubai is fast becoming people's destination of choice for a winter sun holiday or a quick trip away. We have also found people use it is as pit stop on the way to or on the way back from another destination. With only a handful of days in Dubai there is always something to do, whether you want to do a morning's shopping followed by a desert safari on one day or beach lounging in the afternoon followed by a traditional dhow cruise around the creek on the other. If you are visiting for one or 10 days, itineraries can be as jam packed or laid back as you wish. Here are some of our suggestions of what to do in Dubai:
What to do in Dubai
What to do in Dubai
Falconry
You can witness displays of falconry if you are staying in one of the two excellent desert hotels, Bab al Shams or Al Maha.
Desert Safari
Explore wadis and the desert in a 4x4 expedition with an expert guide.
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Luxury Hotels in Dubai
Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa
The resort was designed to resemble a Bedouin encampment, and overlooks open plains and dune belts, with the Hajar Mountains in the distance.
Bab al Shams
The resort is styled as a traditional Arabian fortress, with the rooms located in clusters of two-storey buildings around the atmospheric complex.
Jumeirah Beach Club
The luxurious suites, each with its own Jacuzzi and private balcony or garden, are housed in Polynesian-style low rise buildings, set amidst...
Madinat Jumeirah
The impressive Madinat Jumeirah is split into four areas, and even though the resort is quite large, each one of the hotels leaves the guest...
One&Only Royal Mirage
The Royal Mirage is one of a handful of traditionally stylish hotels in Dubai, with Arabic architectural influences and sophisticated decor....
Ritz Carlton Al Wadi
We know, we know – the Ritz Carlton Al Wadi is not technically in Dubai but actually neighbouring Emirate Ras Al-Khaimah, but it’s a mere...
Anantara The Palm
Beautifully set on the eastern crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, the Anantara Palm Resort & Spa truly is a place which can only be described...
Atlantis the Palm
This mega five-star hotel is situated on the famous Palm, convincing with its grand iconic appearance in the azure lagoon.
One & Only The Palm
When we hear ‘Dubai’ we think excess, for better or worse. At One & Only The Palm you’ll get the calibre of service you’d expect from...
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Located right on the soft natural sands of Jumeirah Beach, Four Seasons Resort is a typically luxurious Dubai hotel, with a chic contemporary twist.
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Language: Arabic
Currency: UAE Dirham
Visa: required – 30 day visa available on arrival
Religion: Islam
Food & Drink: Ghuzi, Stuffed Camel, Matchbous, Falafel
Time difference:
GMT +4 hrs
Flight from London:
6:45 hrs
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