Epitomizing
an oil-rich sheikhdom isn't a bad life, but what Dubai really
wants to be is an entertainer. Its act includes big-time
horse races and sporting events, a monthlong shopping festival
and a skyline that commands attention. For jaded, been-there-done-that
tourists, this city on the Persian Gulf can throw in camel
racing, sand skiing and unique cultural activities.
Dubai's rapid transformation has left it with a slice of
old Arabia and a chunk of modern infrastructure. It also
has a multinational population, attracting people from east
and west. You'll find souks selling gold jewelry and traditional
wares not far from modern shopping centers selling electronics
and luxury items. You'll see wind towers and minarets rising
up from old neighborhoods, dwarfed in turn by office and
hotel towers. However, the biggest contrast can be seen
in its landscape: A beautiful coastline and beaches are
backed by an equally expansive desert.
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Sights
Traditional buildings in the Bastakiya Quarter; new and
striking architecture in the Emirates Towers and Burj al-Arab;
the Gold Souk; the Jumeirah Mosque lit up at night; the
desert on a four-wheel-drive tour for a people who like
Thrill.
Museums
History and culture at the Dubai Museum, Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum
House and Dubai Heritage and Diving Village. Such Museums
in Dubai will shows the stepwise development of culture
and lifestyle of peoples.
Memorable Meals & Late
Night
A sunset meal on Boardwalk's deck; a tableful of meze at
Awafi; a dinner cruise on a dhow (traditional wooden boat).
This is realy a amazing time to people who like sunset evenings.
A
late Pakistani snack at Ravi's; drinks and dancing at the
Alamo; smoking a shisha water pipe at a hotel or at a shisha
cafe; camping in the desert under the stars in a traditional
Bedouin tent.
Walks & Kids Specials
An evening stroll along the Jumeirah Corniche; people-watching
along the Creek; strolling through the souks and shopping
areas; hiking in the Hajar Mountains.
Especially
for Kids, Wild Wadi Water Park for an adrenalin-pumped time;
Wonderland; a day at the beach. |
