Dubai is an interesting mix of the new and old which in it becoming an interesting place to visit with a myriad of things to do. Located in the United Arab Emirates, it is common to think that it’s probably just sun and sand but there really is so much more in Dubai. It boasts the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa and also a man-made island in the shape of a palm!
Here’re a few places to check out in Dubai on your next trip there.
If you are a fan of The Little Mermaid and fancy ‘sleeping with the fishes’, do check into the Poseidon and Neptune Underwater Suites at Atlantis, The Palm. Atlantis is a five-star hotel and resort located on the Palm, a man-made island created via land reclamation. The Poseidon and Neptune Underwater Suites features floor to ceiling windows that look straight into the hotel’s Ambassador Lagoon Aquarium. This aquarium boasts 14 different species of sharks, stingrays and more than 65,000 marine creatures.
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve is a wonderful addition to your itinerary especially if you are a fan of adventure and wildlife. Go for the whole Arab experience such as camel treks, falconry, archery, night safari, or have dinner on the dunes!
Since you’re enjoying the conservation reserve, why not stay at the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa? The resort is located in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and do try to get the Bedouin Suites for the view of a lifetime. Imagine waking up to the dunes with the faint outline of the Hajar Mountains in the distance.
For a taste of old Dubai, take a walk through one of the souks or bazaars. The Gold Souk is the place to be if you’re a little bit of a magpie. Boasting more than 300 retailers of various types of gold jewellery, this bazaar also has platinum, diamonds and silver as well, if gold isn’t really your style.
Since sun and sand are in great abundance in Dubai, it makes sense to just enjoy it. Located just a stone’s throw away form the Burj Al Arab is Jumeirah Beach which is one of Dubai’s best beaches. Revel at the beauty of the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf and try out the water sports readily available there. There is also a children’s playground and picnic areas for families to enjoy as well.
References: Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai Tourism.
