subject: Dubai-Everything You Need For A Great Vacation! [print this page] Dubai-Everything You Need For A Great Vacation!
When thinking of a getaway, it is time to break away from the usual tourist traps and go somewhere breathtaking that has everything to offer. This destination is known as the middle eastern city of Dubai. Dubai was once nothing more than a desert and has grown into a vacationer's paradise. It is known for its beautiful beaches, great shopping and wonderful excursions. It has everything you need and great prices on hotels in Dubai.
Dubai has the whitest beaches in the world with relaxing views of the ocean. There are endless water sports opportunities. Diving along coral reefs is always popular. You can head out on a Desert Safari or go for a roller-coaster ride over sand dunes. You can rent your own or hire a driver to take you on a thrill ride of your life. If the beaches and desert is not to your liking, you can visit the new Mall of the Emirates and ski at is own snow skiing centre.
Dubai is famous for its shopping experience. The prices are better here than anywhere in the world. People flock from all over to purchase textiles, electronics and gold at rock bottom prices. A great time to visit Dubai is during the Dubai Shopping Festival. It is in January and February and has been going on since 1996. It has more than 6,000 retail stores and 50 shopping malls. It is a month long event of tax-free shopping and the hotels and flights are booked during this event. If you cannot make this time a year, the Dubai Mall is a great alternative. It is the largest mall in the world and has over 1200 shops. There is also an indoor ice rink and aquarium.
You should be able to find good prices on flights to Dubai without any problem. This is because the airlines attempt to outdo each other on low prices. There are three airports that can be accessed to reach Dubai. Dubai International Airport is the main airport and if you cannot find a cheap flight using this airport, you can fly into nearby airports. The Sharjah International Airport in the nearby emirate of Sharjah is a good choice. Also, there is an airport in Abu Dhabi known as the Abu Dhabi International Airport. You can also find great prices on hotels in Dubai ranging from simple to elaborate. Dubai is a great tourist destination so the hotels are competitive in their prices. This makes it easy to get a good deal on flights and hotels in Dubai in this wonderful "larger than life" city. Take your time, do your shopping and you should save money on this great eastern vacation.
