Dubai Travel Guide
Dubai |
Within hours of arriving first timers soon usually stop mouthing trite phrases like ‘but that is impossible' or ‘surely they couldn't'. In go-getting ultra ambi…
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Wild Wadi Water Park
Wild Wadi Water Park
With 30 rides and attractions, Wild Wadi Water Park in Jumeirah is packed with thrills for kids and other brave souls. Best rides include the 80km/h speed slide Jumeirah Sceirah and Breakers…
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Eddi Aroeira- Flights Editor
Sun, sand, sea, shopping and great nightlife- Dubai, often dubbed the "Pearl of the Gulf", is a truly cosmopolitan melting pot and a fantastic holiday destination.
Eddi Aroeira- Flights Editor
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Upcoming Events in Dubai |
 | Dubai Rugby Sevens 3 - 5 Dec 2009 (annual) The Sevens The Sevens is the purpose-built sports venue that hosts the Dubai Rugby Sevens… more... |
 | National Day Festival 2 - 5 Dec 2009 (annual) Dubai To celebrate National Day, the day of independence from Britain, Dubai's most… more... |
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Nightlife |
Drinking a pint of beer could land you in prison in some parts of the Middle East, but in Dubai, alcohol is tolerated, with non-Muslims allowed to imbibe alcohol in the city’s bars, restaurants, clubs and hotels except before 1900 during Ramadan. Indeed, it is easy to forget all about the local attitudes to alcohol when on a wild night out in a city whose nightlife is increasingly nefarious. Although non-Muslims are the only people officially allowed to drink, often you can find Dubai Arabs enjo…
Sightseeing |
Dubai is not a destination that is easy to explore on foot, with many of the areas of interest, such as Deira and Jumeirah Beach, situated far apart. Sightseeing within the city centre is split mainly between the Deira and Bur Dubai flanks of Dubai Creek.Deira, on the right bank of the waterway, is the business and commercial heart of the city and is also home to the best shopping. Highlights include the myriad souks, including the Spice Souk, Deira Old Souk and Dubai Covered Souk. Deira is also…
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