Joanna James
Dubai is known as the pearl of the Middle East and is worth visiting! With Dubai now open to the rest of the world, here are some of the many reasons why you should consider a holiday to the futuristic Emirate.
Dubai is home to plenty of expatriates, who have come from all ends of the world to settle down and lead a life. Due to this reason and many more, the food options in Dubai is never-ending. No matter what it is you are craving, you are bound to find a restaurant or café to soothe your cravings! You name it, Dubai has it! There's plenty of street food to be found in Al Dhiyafah Road, but if you want to indulge in a luxurious meal, you will once again not run out of options. Some of the must-try dishes when you're in Dubai are Luqaimat, Knafeh, Samboosa, Arabic coffee, Machboos and much more!
If you are looking to go back in time, to another world, you must take some time to visit Old Dubai! Found near the eastern part of Bur Dubai, near the Dubai Creek, the experience is as authentic as it gets. You'll see many outdoor souqs selling spices and clothing. You must also spend some time visiting the indoor gold souq or walking along the Deira Grand Souq for a more fascinating experience.
You'll never expect to see this attraction in Dubai, as it is known to be a dessert. But the Dubai Miracle Garden is truly worth visiting. Located in Dubailand, the miracle garden boasts the world's largest flower garden. And believe it or not, it's a literal flower garden in an actual desert! Don't forget your camera to capture all of the colours of the flowers. Better yet, some of the flowers are planted on sculptures and mechanical moving displays.
Another reason to visit Dubai is the Worlds Islands projects, which is the latest addition to Dubai's grand list of innovative attractions. Although construction was paused shortly, it's underway again. The Worlds Islands is a collection of 300 artificial islands, developed in the shape of the world map with each island consisting of a different region or country in the world! Once it is built and completed, you can expect to stay at Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort, one of the more popular The World Island Dubai hotel. The islands are scattered across the Persian Gulf and are accessible from mainland Dubai.
If you're a city lover, Dubai will not disappoint you. In fact, Dubai has a stunning skyline for you to divulge in, and it is pretty unique. With stunning sculptures, buildings and attractions cropping up around the city, it is truly an unbelievable sight! You get to witness the stunning architecture as you go along Sheikh Zayed Road, which is the main street cutting through Downtown Dubai. Stop here and have an ice cream while you take in the views!
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
