Joanna James
With a sweeping desert, sun-kissed beaches and spectacular skylines, a vacation in Dubai is bound to be incredibly exciting. Read on to find out some of the most wonderful experiences to be had in the Emirates for an unforgettable vacation.
If you are an adventure enthusiast looking for some rip-roaring activities to keep you entertained in Dubai, going on a desert safari is a must. Most hotel suites in Dubai the likes of lavish Oaks Liwa Heights will arrange your desert safari ride and all you must do is get into your best vacation outfits and enjoy the ride. Traversing the desert would feel like going on a speedy roller coaster ride with sand erupting from all corners of the vehicle. After a little while, you will ease into the ride and will soon be screaming for the joy and thrill of it all. Those completing this exciting yet fun ride will be rewarded with one of the most mesmerizing sunsets you will ever encounter. Better still, get ready for supper by the sandy desert land and your dream escape will be ticked off.
No trip to Dubai is complete without a little beach time. With ample sunshine to keep you warm and cosy, relaxing and unwinding by the sun-kissed beaches of the city can never disappoint you. The temperature usually remains around 35 degrees without humidity and is the perfect weather to bask in the tropical sunshine you have always dreamt of. Among the most popular beaches in Dubai are Jumeirah beach, Kite Beach and Marina beach. Interestingly, most beaches tend to be surrounded by splendid restaurants giving you the perfect opportunity to grab a quick snack or a delicious meal by the ocean, away from the hubbub of the city.
A huge ski dome at the heart of the desert, ski Dubai is the perfect place for you to have some fun with snow while it is scorching hot outside. Once you get your hands on the polar pass, you can try everything from bobsledding and tobogganing to going on a zorb and riding the ski lift to the top of the slopes. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or not, Ski Dubai is definitely a must-try to experience the many charms of the winter hinterland.
You cannot say you have experienced Dubai to the fullest without immersing in the spectacular skylines of the city. Get yourself a ticket to the 125th floor or the 148th floor of Burj Khalifa and brace yourself to peek into the most surreal views of the cityscape including the towering skyscrapers and sunsets. To culminate your time at Burj Khalifa, plump for a shopping spree at Dubai Mall where you can shop your favourite brands to your heart's content. Interestingly, if you stick till 6 pm in the Mall, you can treat yourself to a magnificent musical fountain display like no other.
Situated in Downtown Dubai, the old town of Dubai is known for its rustic charms, Arabian architectural styles and time-honoured culture and traditions passed from generation. Comprising 6 major districts named Yansoon, Reehan, Zafran, Miska, Zanzebeel, and Kamoon, the place features an array of malls, eateries, hotels and apartments for travel enthusiasts. Considered an affordable region within close quarters of Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, here you can get a deeper understanding of the local traditions, cuisine varieties and people in their authentic form.
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