See what the experts are saying about Dubai. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
Set between Europe and Asia, on the southern shores of the Arabian Gulf, Dubai is the jewel in the crown of the United Arab Emirates. The second largest of the seven Emirates (the others are Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Fujaira, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah... Continue reading »
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History
The history of Dubai is somewhat mysterious. Before Islam became the religion of the region, when the Byzantine and Sassanian empires ruled, the people of Dubai worshipped a god called Bajir. Dubai shows up in the history books briefly around... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Dubai is strategically located on a 10 kilometer creek which divides it into two parts; Deira on the north side and Bur Dubai to the south. Also to the south of the Creek are Jumeirah and Sheikh Zayed Road with desert hotels out toward Jebel... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Dubai offers an incredibly diverse range of food and beverage choices in its restaurants, cafes and bars. Cuisine from all around the world is served, along with excellent service and décor. Here, unlike in many other cities, your best bet mi... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Dubai is an international city and it offers a lively after-dark scene. Bars, pubs and lounges are plentiful and most serve food and offer entertainment. Dubai increasingly attracts popular singers and entertainers from both the West and the... Continue reading »
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Tours
There are several tour companies in Dubai offering tours of the creek, the souks and traditional markets, dhow-building yards, Sheikh Saeed's House, the Heritage and Diving village, the wind tower houses of the Bastakiya area, Dubai Museum, J... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There By Air Dubai International Airport (http://www.dubaiairport.com/) Aero Asia (http://www.aeroasia.com) American Airlines (+1 800 433 7300 / http://www.aa.com) Air Canada (+1 888 247 2262 / http://www.aircanada.ca) Air Franc... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Dubai Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE) Dubai by the Numbers: Population: over 1.3 million Elevation: 52 feet Average Annual Precipitation: 13 centimeters Average January Temperature: Low 58 degrees F, High 75 degrees F... Continue reading »
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Introduction
In Dubai, just about everything is meant to be the biggest and the best. And it's no joke: Here you'll find the world's tallest building, the largest man-made islands, the richest horse race, the biggest shopping festival, and soon the most e... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Doing a Desert Safari. A journey into the timeless Arabian Desert will seem a world removed from modern Dubai, a chance to drive on the dunes, ride camels, eat authentic Arabic food, and watch belly-dancing under the stars. Going to Wild W... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Al Nafoorah, Emirates Towers (tel. 4/319-8088). Dubai's top Lebanese restaurant offers an opulent dining room leading to a lovely outdoor terrace facing the Dubai skyline. Service is as inspired as the cooking, focused on seafood and authenti... Continue reading »
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The best adventures
Desert Safari. Sign up with a tour operator offering desert safaris close to Dubai. Options include half-day, full-day, and overnight excursions, and the most popular are evening dinner safaris. In Sharjah. Explore the traditional souks an... Continue reading »
Dubai Travel Experiences
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Service
Service, the final stage of training. It was suppose to be the most enjoyable stage, but few in the class found it to be the case. The in... Continue reading »
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The Middle-Eastern jewel they call Dubai
Dubai is a spectacular place. I was supposed to be here for 6 days but have remained here since Oct 2006!!!! Since I am still... Continue reading »
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Dubai
Well Dubai was an adventure. On the first day I did get a but of culture shock, the plane ride was very long and waiting around to be che... Continue reading »
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Where in the world am I?
Dubai is a crazy crazy place. I was lucky enough to stay with Stevens brother and sister-in-law in their lovely house in the middle... Continue reading »
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Homeward Bound
Our last day in Egypt and we had practically a full day to enjoy some more sight seeing. We decided to go explore the Citadel and S... Continue reading »
Popular Dubai Hotels
- Al Manzil Hotel
- Al Khaleej Holiday Hotel
- Dubai Panorama
- Novotel World Trade Centre Dubai
- Golden Sands Hotel Apartments
- InterContinental Dubai Festival City
- Golden Sands Hotel Apartments
- Royalton Hotel Dubai
- Crowne Plaza Dubai
- Rihab Rotana - Dubai
Popular Dubai Things to Do
- Boardwalk (The)
- Jumeirah Mosque
- Ibn Battuta Mall
- Ski Dubai
- ride a camel
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Shopping.
- Shopping
- Nordvision
- Camels
