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The Meydan Hotel raises the bar for service, style and sheer indulgence and a visit to this iconic Dubai landmark will leave you breathless.

Luxurious accommodation, several sensational restaurants and plenty of horse racing action make The Meydan Hotel the perfect weekend getaway.

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Dear Visitor, Welcome to Dubai On behalf of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Government of Dubai, it gives me great pleasure to extend you a warm welcome to Dubai. I am sure you will have a pleasant and enjoyable stay here.

Use this pocket guide to maximise your experience and make the most of your time in Dubai.

The Emirate offers a wide variety of attractions and facilities to leisure and business travellers. We trust that you will have a comfortable and satisfactory stay in Dubai and return home with lasting memories of a perfect vacation.

Your feedback and suggestions are very important for us so we can make Dubai even more visitor-friendly. Visit our website, www.dubaitourism.ae, to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in Dubai and to give your comments.

Helal Al Marri Director General

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general information Dazzling Dubai

Whether you are a shopaholic, a sun-sand-water sports adrenaline junkie, a culture and arts dilettante, an ecological tourist or an architectural tourist, a connoisseur of fine foods or perhaps a combination of all of these – dazzling Dubai is the place for you. Dubai is the one of the few places in the modern world that lays claim to being a fascinating cultural cradle, oasis of natural splendour, shopping haven, sports capital and leisure wonderland, making it an all-in-one holiday destination that is second to none

• Dazzling Dubai • travel facts • entering Dubai • culture anD Heritage • islam • HealtHcare services • Dos anD Don’ts • flora anD fauna

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Through sheer determination and unmatched innovation, Dubai has transformed itself into the region’s leading travel destination. Once a quiet coastal settlement, the Emirate now boasts iconic towers that soar to the sky, thrilling theme parks, some of the finest golfing greens, massive shopping malls, multifaceted cultural centres and even artificial islands. While its list of achievements are impressive, at the heart of this modern metropolis lies the unwavering Arabian traditions of hospitality and generosity.

Endeared by the genuine warmth and friendliness of the local people, visitors rate Dubai as one of the top holiday destinations. Be it cultural, adventurous, relaxing, retailing or even meetings, events and conventions – Dubai has every tourism niche covered.

Brief history

Led by the Maktoum family, some 800 members of the Bani Yas tribe settled at the mouth of the Dubai Creek in 1833. The Maktoum quickly realised the importance of the city’s strategic location and the potential that Dubai Creek’s natural harbour afforded. Aided by foresight and through hard work, the Maktoum worked towards developing Dubai into a centre for trade, fishing, pearling and shipping.

Under their highly capable leadership, by the turn of the 20th century, Dubai had become a flourishing port. More than 350 merchants opened their establishments in the souk on the Deira side of the Creek – making it the largest market of its kind on the coast. In the 1950s, the late ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Rashid

Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, had a channel dredged in the Creek when it began to silt up – a highly ambitious and costly project for its time. The vision yielded exponential results and within a short time span, the city was renowned as a major commercial hub of the region. eConomy

The discovery of oil in the 1960s brought increased growth and prosperity to Dubai. It was also at the this time that His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, then ruler of Abu Dhabi, and His Highness Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum dreamt of creating a federation of the Emirates in the region.

Their dreams were realised in 1971 when Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah and (in 1972) Ras Al Khaimah, united to form the United Arab Emirates.

Initially, oil revenues financed Dubai’s major infrastructure projects such as the port and a terminal building at Dubai International Airport. But, aware of the risks of oil dependency, the late His Highness Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the erstwhile ruler of Dubai, wisely decided to diversify the economy.

Sheikh Rashid’s efforts have been carried forward by his son, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the present Ruler of Dubai and VicePresident and Prime Minister of the UAE. Remaining true to his father’s vision, the economy of the Emirate has been successfully diversified reducing the dependence on oil. The last three decades have witnessed a huge change in Dubai’s economy with the Emirate

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becoming a major business centre and a highly diversified economy. Currently, oil’s contribution to the gross national product is minimal. Trading, manufacturing and tourism dominate the economy.

Recent times have seen the Emirate become the aviation and cargo hub of the Middle East. The Emirate has a network of seven industrial areas, one business park and three highly successful, specialised free zones of international distinction, two world-class seaports, a major international airport and cargo village, a modern highway network, stateof-the-art telecommunications and reliable power and utilities. Cargo operations have also been launched at Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport. The ambitious Dubai Metro project has lent a major boost to tourism infrastructure. Dubai’s commitment to tourism is also evident in the hospitality industry’s performance. The Emirate’s hotels and hotel apartments played hosts to 5,027,223 guests in the first half of 2012, an increase of 10 per cent over the corresponding period in 2011.

Driven by an inspired and visionary leadership, investor-friendly environment, first-class infrastructure, zero tax on personal and corporate income and low import duties, Dubai has rapidly emerged as a regional business and tourism centre and continues to enjoy this pole position.

Government

The highest federal authority in the country is the Supreme Council of the UAE, which comprises the hereditary rulers of the seven Emirates. General policy matters involving communications, general information

education, defence, foreign affairs and development, and ratifying federal laws fall within its purview. The Supreme Council also elects the President and Prime Minister of the country. Currently, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, is the President of the UAE. While His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai, is the Vice-President and Prime Minister.

The Federal Council of Ministers, also known as the Cabinet, is the executive authority for the initiation and implementation of laws for the Federation and is headed by the Prime Minister.

The Federal National Council (FNC) is a consultative assembly of 40 representatives who are appointed for two years by the individual Emirates. The Council monitors and debates government policy but has no veto power. The FNC is a member of the International Parliamentary Union as well as the Arab Parliamentary Union. While Abu Dhabi is the centre of federal government activities, most ministerial departments also maintain offices in Dubai.

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Dubai offers a plethora of shopping, dining, cultural and leisure options. Shopping malls and souks, resorts and spas, theme parks and wildlife sanctuaries, water parks and desert drives – the city blends these distinct experiences seamlessly and with a touch of luxury.

Dubai’s pristine beaches, carefully preserved and maintained wildlife sanctuaries and vast expanses of virgin deserts will leave nature lovers awestruck.

The Emirate’s unspoilt deserts are both,

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a haven of serenity and a playground for thrilling activities. Conquer some of the tallest sand dunes in Arabia, go wadi bashing or off-road dune driving in powerful four-wheel drive vehicles as a part of the quintessential desert safari.

Horse and camel riding, falconry displays, quad biking and sand-skiing are also offered as a part of the desert adventure.

Visitors can soak in the spirit of Arabia at traditional Bedouin style camps. Guests are led to the camps at the end of the safari where an authentic Arabic feast awaits them – an extensive spread of freshly prepared mezze, succulent kibbeh, lamb and chicken roasted over spitfires, sweet umm ali, juicy dates and the bittersweet kahwa (Arabic coffee). The Ras Al Khor sanctuary hosts more than 400 bird species, luring bird lovers from across the globe, while the Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa offers the most luxurious of desert and hospitality experiences. general information

The Emirate’s sports calendar is an impressive one. Dubai’s state-of-theart sporting facilities are home to many globally renowned events such as the prestigious Dubai World Cup (the world’s richest horse race), the star-studded Dubai Desert Classic and Dubai Ladies Masters, the action-packed Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens and the celebrated Dubai Tennis Championships. The city also boasts superb internationally accredited golf courses designed by champions such as Ernie Els and Colin Montgomerie. Visit the Emirates Golf Club, The Address Montgomerie, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Al Badia and Arabian Ranches for some of the most testing greens in the region.

From the exclusive Burj Al Arab and Armani to numerous well-appointed luxury apartments, the city has a variety of accommodation options. Your room can come with any view you want – serene sea, tranquil desert or pulsating city views.

Personalized check-in to a room with a view World-class cuisine offering gourmet dining Award-winning golf course creating the ultimate destination Experience the serenity of a resort within the city

Discover a romantic waterfront retreat overlooking the majestic Dubai Creek, just moments from world-class shopping, entertainment and culture.

Park Hyatt Dubai is an intimate haven of ellegance in the vibrant city of Dubai.

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Park Hyatt Dubai, PO Box 2822, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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TRaVEl FaCTS

This section contains an a to z of essential information that can help visitors navigate their way around Dubai alCohol

Alcohol is available in licensed hotels and restaurants across the UAE. Dubai boasts a pulsating nightlife with a host of eclectic and chic lounges and pubs.

However, the Emirate of Sharjah forbids alcohol. Restaurants located outside hotels and clubs are not permitted to serve alcohol. arts and Culture

Ignited by a rich culture and heritage, Dubai’s thriving art scene has cemented the city’s reputation as a regional centre for art and culture. Art galleries, museums, archaeological sites, historical monuments and traditional general information

neighbourhoods and souks abound in the city. Under the aegis of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, Emirati heritage, visual arts, theatre, music, literature and poetry flourish.

Through a host of ground-breaking initiatives such as the Dubai International Film Festival, Art Dubai and Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, the Emirate of Dubai actively nurtures local talent and promotes dialogue between cultures and nations.

Banks

Regular banking services are provided by several international banks that have set up branches in Dubai. Operating six-

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days a week, banks are open from 8am to 2pm, Saturday to Thursday and are closed on Friday.

Business hours

Business operating hours vary across the Emirates. Some companies work a straight shift from 8am to 5:30pm while others work from 8am to 1pm and again from 4pm to 7pm. Government offices are open from 7:30am to 2:30pm. Weekends vary. Government organisations, schools and many private companies are closed on Fridays and Saturdays, but some private companies close on Thursday afternoon and Friday. Shopping hours are similar, but many remain open until 10pm. Department stores, boutiques, souks and many supermarkets remain open on a Friday, apart from prayer time (between 11:30am and 1:30pm), while some shops open only on Friday afternoon at 4pm or 5pm.

Embassies and consulates are generally open from 7:30am to 2:30pm and are closed on Fridays, Saturdays and relevant public holidays but usually leave an emergency number on an answering machine.

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Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the UK and the USA. A passport, valid national licence and two photographs are also required.

Canadian nationals must obtain an affidavit from the Canadian Consulate in Dubai, verifying the licence before going to the Traffic Department.

Driving in the UAE is on the right-hand side.

Climate

A sub-tropical, arid climate ensures clear blue skies throughout the year. Winter may see a few infrequent rain showers.

Temperatures vary from season to season; January can fall to a low of 15°C/59°F, while July can rise to a high of 48°C/118°F. Credit Cards

Major payment card brands including American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are accepted in hotels and shopping malls.

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Car hire

A wide range of local and international car rental companies offer cars for hire at competitive rates. Customers must produce their passports together with a valid driving licence. Visitors without an international driving licence may obtain a temporary one as long as they hold a valid national licence from one of the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Iran,

The UAE currency is the known as the Arab Emirate Dirham denoted by AED or more commonly, Dhs. One dirham is divided into 100fils. Linked to the Special Drawing Right of the International Monetary Fund, the dirham has held constant against the US dollar at a midrate of approximately US$1= Dhs3.679. duBai metro

Launched in 2009, the Dubai Metro is the world’s longest driverless automated railway system. The Metro covers the general information

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length and breadth of the city with the 52km Red Line that runs from Rashidiya to Jebel Ali and the 23.9km Green Line that runs from Al Qusais to Jadaf. Normal operating hours are from 6am to 11pm from Saturday to Thursday, and from 2pm to midnight on Fridays. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) introduced the Nol card – a smart card that enables commuters to pay for the use of RTA transport in Dubai with a single card. It can be used to travel on Dubai's Metro, buses and water buses, as well as to pay for RTA's Paid Parking. For more information, log on to www.rta.ae food

Dubai’s food scene is truly one of the most diverse in the world. With more than 200 nationalities living there, you can actually munch your way around the world during your Dubai trip. From Latin America to Japanese, the city has several restaurants and eateries that run the gamut from refined cuisine by the world’s most renowned chefs to lip-smacking snacks from street vendors. Prices for dining out vary widely across the city.

Generally, unlicensed (restaurants that are not allowed to sell alcoholic beverages) and independent outlets have more affordable menus compared with hotel dining venues.

GeoGraphy

Located in the north-western region of the UAE, Dubai is the second largest of the seven Emirates and spans an area of 3,900sqkms. Its most interesting and important geographical feature is the Dubai Creek – a natural inlet that divides general information

the city into two parts, Deira Dubai and Bur Dubai.

The Emirate’s strategic location affords it convenient links with all the neighbouring Gulf countries as well as South Asia and East Africa. Dubai is also blessed with the largest natural harbour in the region making it one of the Middle East’s leading trading and commerce hubs. hotels

From iconic 5-star hotels and opulent boutique hotels to budget-friendly hotel apartments, Dubai has a wide range of accommodation options. Conference, convention, meeting and banqueting facilities are a part of almost every hotel. Dubai’s passion for elite food has also succeeded in convincing gourmet stalwarts such as Gordon Ramsay, Gary Rhodes, Jamie Oliver, Nobu Matsuhisa and many other celebrity chefs to set up their kitchens here. lanGuaGe

Arabic is the official language of the UAE, but English is widely spoken and understood, both languages are commonly used in business and commerce. mediCal serviCes

The Department of Health and Medical Services provides world-class medical care for all UAE nationals, visitors and resident expatriates. The UAE has top-notch public and private hospitals that offer highly specialised health and dental care services. Emergency medical care is absolutely free in Dubai for everyone and there are no restrictions. Fees are applicable for non-emergency cases.

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Gulf News, Khaleej Times, The Gulf Today and The National are the daily Englishlanguage newspapers, while Arabic newspapers include Al-Bayan, Al-Ittihad, Al-Khaleej and Emarat Al-Youm.

Opening hours are generally from 8am to 10pm, Saturday to Thursday, while the larger shopping malls generally open from 10am and remain open all day until 10pm. On Fridays and during Ramadan, most shops are closed until 4pm.

population

According to the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the UAE had 7.2 million people at the end of 2011 and the figure is expected to grow by around 5.6 per cent to 7.6 million at the end of 2012.

taxis, Buses and water Buses

With more than 7,000 government regulated taxis operating in the Emirate, a cab is the easiest way of getting around in Dubai. The minimum fare for passengers travelling within Dubai is AED10. For reliGion transfers from the airport to any Emirate, Islam is the official religion of the UAE fares start from Dhs20. An additional and there are a large number of mosques Dhs20 is charged if your destination is throughout the country. However, other Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah or Umm religions are equally respected with Al Quwain. many churches representing various Dubai also offers an exclusive ladies taxi religious denominations. service. These taxis are driven by women general information

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and are easily recognised by their distinctive pink roof, seats and interiors. In many countries, ladies often prefer not to be alone with an unfamiliar male. These taxis are the ideal solution for women who do not drive and have to use public transport.

Dubai Taxi Corporation provides a convenient, around the clock direct booking service for taxis on phone number +971 4 208 0808. For further information on taxi services, visit www. dubaitaxi.ae The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) runs an intensive public bus transport system in Dubai. Equipped with a host of amenities such as airconditioning, electronic destination and route display systems and computerised fare systems, the public bus fleet ensures the highest standard of passenger comfort. Most buses have a capacity of 51 sitting and 10 standing passengers, including designated seating for women, children and special needs passengers.

Sleek double-decker buses and an exclusive service for women commuters have recently been added. Buses generally operate from around 5am until just after midnight during weekdays.

Operated by the RTA, the water bus is a unique way to experience the panoramic skyline between Deira and Bur Dubai. Serving five routes along the Creek, these air-conditioned water buses are spacious and wheelchair accessible. teleCommuniCations

Etisalat and du are the key telecommunications operators in the country. Direct dialing is available to most countries in the world. Calls made from

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one fixed line to another within Dubai are free of charge. Full telex, fax and electronic mail facilities are widely available. Most local hotels provide guests with internet facilities at a nominal charge. Dubai also has several internet cafĂŠs. Etisalat UAE Travelers helpline for tourism is 800 2300 and visitors may call 7000 1 7000 for enquiries on entertainment and shopping. television

Dubai receives subscription television via cable or directly through satellite. The Emirates leading cable provider is E-Vision, while Showtime, Orbit, Star TV and ART are the top direct satellite providers. Showtime and Orbit channels air leading English shows and movies, subtitled in Arabic. tippinG

Tipping practices are similar to those in most parts of the world. Where no service charge is included, a tip of 10 per cent is considered adequate and always much appreciated. utilities

Electricity: The electricity supply in the UAE is 220/240 volts at 50 cycles.

US-made appliances may require a transformer. water

Tap water is quite safe to drink. Locally bottled and international mineral water is served in hotels and restaurants and is also available in supermarkets. weiGhts and measures

Officially, the metric system is followed in supermarkets. general information

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The procedures and requirements as detailed below are for information only and are subject to change without prior notice.

If your country of nationality appears on the list below, no advance visa arrangements are required to visit the UAE. Simply proceed to immigration, where your passport will be stamped with a 30-day visit visa.

Eligible countries: Australia, Andorra, Austria, Brunei, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States of America and The Vatican. In addition to nationals of the countries listed above, citizens of the GCC nations of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia are eligible for a visa on arrival.

visa fees • 14-day multiple entry visa – Dhs2,110 (valid for six months before entry) • 90-days long-term visit visa (individuals) – Dhs1,110 • 30-day short-term visit visa (individuals) – Dhs610 • 90-day long-term visit visa (companies) – Dhs1,100 • 30-day short-term visit visa (companies) – Dhs610 • Student visa (Sponsor must be one of the licensed universities or educational institutions in the UAE that are recognised by the ministry of higher Education) – Dhs1,110 • medical treatment – Dhs1,110 • Exhibitions/Festivals/Conferences – Dhs210 • 33 Countries visa upon arrival – Dhs610 • Tourist visa for all nationalities (tourist

visas for all other travellers

• Citizens of other countries should apply for visas to the UAE Embassy nearest them.

• All visitors to the UAE are required to have health insurance.

• Only UAE nationals are allowed to sponsor visitors who are friends. reQuirements for a visa appliCation

1. Clear passport copy of the sponsor.

2. Clear passport copy of the sponsored person. general information

companies) – Dhs210 • Escorts of GCC nationals – Dhs165 (e-form fees) • GCC nationals (resident) – Dhs165 (e-form fees) • mission visa – Dhs320 (e-form fees) • Transit visa – Dhs165 note: The fees mentioned above are e-DnRD fees unless stated otherwise. In addition, a Dhs1,000 deposit will be collected by the Department of naturalisation and Residency before issuing any type of visit visa. This will be refunded once the visitor exits the country.

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3. Travel insurance.

4. All photographs are to be recent colour photographs. Polaroid photographs are not acceptable.

5. Those who are already in the UAE may not obtain another entry permit until he or she departs from the country.

6. DNRD working hours are from 8am to 2pm Sunday to Thursday except public holidays. On Fridays and Saturdays the offices are closed.

• A hundred cigars • A reasonable amount of perfume airports

Located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa; the UAE offers easy access to every major city in the world.

Connected to over 220 destinations in six continents through 150 airlines, Dubai International is the fourth busiest airport in the world in terms of international passengers according to Airport Council International’s latest figures. Comprising a duty-free allowanCes luxurious 5-star hotel, duty-free shopping • Two litres of spirits (non-Muslim adults only) that is beyond comparison, sensual • Two litres of wine (non-Muslim adults only) spas and elegant restaurants that serve • Ten cartons of cigarettes cuisines from around the world, Dubai general information

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International Airport has now evolved into a sophisticated lifestyle destination.

In an effort to support the Emirate’s aviation, tourism, commercial and logistics requirements to 2050 and beyond, the government initiated the strategic Dubai World Central (DWC) aerotropolis project, which comprises the Al Maktoum International (AMI) airport. June 2010 saw the opening of the first phase of AMI, which accommodates an A380-compatible runway, a cargo terminal capable of handling 250,000 tons per annum expandable to 600,000 tons per annum and a dedicated road link to the region’s largest port in Jebel Ali. The passenger terminal at AMI is still under construction. Once completed, in the mid-2020s, AMI will become the world’s largest airport with an ultimate capacity of 160 million passengers and 12 million tonnes of cargo per annum.

The operations and development of both, Dubai International and DWC-AMI are owned and managed by Dubai Airports.

their port of call in the region, Dubai has quickly emerged as a popular cruising destination.

In 2010, the new Dubai Cruise terminal at Port Rashid replaced the older facility, which was set up in 2001. Spanning 3450sqm, the new terminal can handle four ships simultaneously. The terminal also has outstanding tourist support infrastructure such as a money exchange centre, an ATM machine, a post office outlet, a duty-free shop, souvenir and gift shops and a business centre with free internet access, a VIP Majlis facility and restrooms that provide easy access to individuals with special needs. Since it is operated by the DTCM, visitors are assured a swift entry process without any visa issues.

The cruise industry in Dubai is rapidly growing and is a significant contributor to the economy. The value of cruise tourism in Dubai has been put at Dhs3.5 billion between 2010 and 2015. The Dubai Cruise Terminal saw a 30 per cent growth in tourist traffic between 2009 duBai Cruise terminal and 2010 from 100 ships and 260,000 The only cruise terminal in the world to be operated by a government department, passengers to 120 ships and more than 390,000 passengers. This growth was set namely the Department of Tourism and to continue in 2012 with a total of 135 Commerce Marketing (DTCM), the vessel calls and 475,000 passengers. The Dubai Cruise Terminal offers cruising opportunities that range from short breaks Emirate is expecting 58 per cent growth in cruise tourism by 2015. around the Gulf to longer itineraries that see visitors charting the waters of the Middle East into the Mediterranean. With did you know?

The Dubai Cruise Terminal is the only one leading cruise operators such as Princess in the region that is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO Cruises, Van Gogh Cruise Line, Regent 10002: 2004 certified and has been awarded Seven Seas Cruises, Royal Caribbean the prestigious LEED “Silver” Certification International, Silversea Cruises, The Yachts established by the United States Green Building of Seabourn, Costa Cruise and Aida Council (USGBC).

Cruises choosing Dubai Cruise Terminal as general information

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CulTuRE anD HERiTagE

at first look Dubai shows all the trappings of a contemporary and forwardlooking society. lofty skyscrapers, gleaming marinas and colossal shopping malls form the face of the city, but its true spirit remains deeply rooted in the timeless values of islam. love and respect for the culture, traditions and heritage of the country form the backbone of life in the Emirates. From antique souks and heritage sites have sprung avant garde art galleries and iconic architecture – and all promise a rich sensory treat to visitors art

Art defines the soul of the city and its efforts towards cementing itself as the region’s art and cultural hub were initiated early in 1976 with the establishment of the Dubai International Art Centre that plays an active role in promoting the traditional arts and crafts of the region.

The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority was established in 2008 reiterating Dubai’s claim as one of the arts and cultural capitals of the world. It has launched several groundbreaking initiatives such as ART Dubai and many other art fairs, festivals and exhibitions that aim to nurture young talents, promote Islamic heritage and encouraging inter-cultural dialogue and mutual understanding through art. araBian horses

Prized for their beauty, intelligence and strength, the Arabian horse has captivated the imagination of mankind from time immemorial and Dubai goes to great lengths to preserve this legend. The city is home to the world’s most prestigious horse racing challenge, the Dubai World Cup. With the richest purse in the world, this thrilling event is the highlight of the world’s horse racing calendar. Held annually at the state-of-the art Meydan racecourse, this invitation-only race general information

attracts the finest of racing breeds and a record number of tourists globally. araBiC CalliGraphy

The most venerated form of Islamic art, Arabic calligraphy is the only art form that links the heritage of the Arabic language with Islam. Representing beauty and unity, Arabic calligraphy is an aesthetic reflection of the cultural values of the Muslim world.

To nurture and promote this ancient writing form, Dubai regularly organises exhibitions dedicated to calligraphy.

The most popular is the annual Dubai International Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition that brings together renowned calligraphers of the Arab and Islamic world where they display their work and present a series of informative workshops and lectures on their works. arChiteCture

Dubai’s Al Bastakiya area is heralded as the finest example of Gulf architecture. Narrow winding lanes with houses constructed out of gypsum and coral and comprising vast inner courtyards and majestic wind towers are the distinctive characteristic of traditional Arabian architecture in here. The charming Barjeel or Arabian wind tower still remains an integral part of modern Arabesque designs. It can be spotted around the city’s

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exclusive developments such as the majestic Madinat Jumeirah and the Old Town.

In 2009, Dubai Municipality was awarded the World Architecture Award in recognition of its restoration project in the Al Bastakiya district on the house of scholar Mohammad Sharif. arChaeoloGiCal finds

Archaeological discoveries made in Dubai suggest that the coast of the Arabian Gulf has been inhabited for almost 4,000 years.

Hundreds of artifacts that include pottery, weapons and coinage provide evidence that civilised settlements have existed here since the third millennium BC and that the natural harbour of the Dubai Creek was a busy port of call on the trade route between ancient Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley. These historical finds have been carefully preserved and are permanently housed in the Archaeological Section of the Dubai Museum.

The roots of modern Dubai can be traced to the 1830s. Settled by the Al Maktoum dynasty, an arm of the Bani Yas tribe, the Emirate was a small fishing village on the Shindagha peninsula.

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The Bedouin were the earliest inhabitants of the harsh Arabian desert. Nomadic, resilient and adaptable, the Bedouin lived on what the desert yielded. Roaming the desert with herds of camel, the arid mountainsides provided a living for the sheep- and goat-herders, while wary farmers cultivated date palms near the oases. The Bedouin relied on the trustworthy and noble camel, the ‘ship of the desert’, for milk, wool and transport.

Simple tents made of wool and animal hide sheltered these nomads from the unrelenting sun, bitter winters and ruthless sandstorms of the Arabian Desert. Their clothing was simple and utilitarian – a loose, flowing garment and a headscarf.

Boat BuildinG, fishinG and pearl divinG

Life in Dubai has been intricately linked to the sea for centuries. Sea-faring, pearl diving and fishing were the main sources of livelihood for the Emirate’s earliest inhabitants. Until the first part of the 20th century, the pearl industry was Dubai’s general information

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main industry. Armed with nose clips and their knowledge of the sea, pearl divers risked their lives to gather pearls from the ocean beds. However, the rise of the cultured pearl industry in the 1940s, dealt a severe blow to the city’s pearl trade. Today, Dubai is striving to revive its pearling industry with the establishment of the Dubai Pearl Exchange, an exclusive trading platform for the pearl sector.

The courtyard of Al Fahidi Fort houses examples of early dhows and boats showcasing Dubai’s seafaring legacy.

Dioramas of pearl divers at work, along with the tools of their trade, are also displayed at the Dubai Museum.

CommerCial hub

Dubai’s strategic geographical position in the Arabian Gulf connects it to all the neighbouring Gulf countries and links it closely to South Asia and North Africa.

This has helped it evolve as the region’s most important trade and travel hub and has also established it as a top stopover destination for air travel from Europe to Asia and vice versa. Initially thriving on fishing and pearl diving, the Emirate has developed a highly successful trading industry for gold and other commodities.

FalConry and Camel raCing

A celebration of the bond between humans and nature, falconry has been and still is an integral part of desert life.

Held to increase public understanding and awareness of the falcon and issues pertaining to its conservation, environmental protection and cultural significance, falconry displays are a regular feature in the Emirate. general information

Recent years have seen a revival of the traditional Arab sport of camel racing. An inherent part of the UAE’s culture, camel racing garners support from the highest levels of society and has evolved from a mere sporting event to serious business worth thousands of dirhams. The Dubai racing season usually takes place in March across the 15 race tracks peppered around the outskirts of the Emirate. musiC and danCe

Very popular during weddings, festivals and national celebrations, folk dances and music are an essential part of Dubai’s culture.

Festive occasions see lines or circle of dancers gracefully swaying to the beats of tambourines.

A sight to behold is young women swinging their tresses to the beat of drums while men re-enact battles and hunting scenes.

TradiTional dress

The distinctive Arab national dress is a symbol of pride and identity. It is designed with the dual intent of providing comfort in high temperatures as well conforming to the religious beliefs of the region. An ankle-length, loose fitting garment known as the kandoura or dishdasha, made of white cotton is usually worn by men. In the winter months, darker and heavier kandouras are donned. A guthra or sifrah covers the head and is held in place by the adal, a black cord.

Arab women wear a long-sleeved, full length dress called the jalabeya that is usually embroidered with gold, silver or coloured thread. This is covered entirely by a flowing, black outer garment known as the abaya.

An opaque black veil, the shayla, is draped over the hair. Some women also wear a thin veil, the gishwa, which covers the face.

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in Dubai, islam transcends the boundaries of religion and is a pragmatic way of life. it sets out a comprehensive code of conduct for its followers with the Holy Quran – the noble Words of almighty allah – it provides a complete set of rules covering every aspect of human behaviour. The islamic faith rests on the following five principles, known as the Pillars of islam: Shahadah (testimonial of faith), Salah (ritual prayer), zakah (alms giving), Sawm (fasting during the holy month of Ramadan) and Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca) holy month of ramadan

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar during which Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Noble Quran to the holy Prophet Muhammad and observe a month of fasting from dawn to dusk. In accordance with UAE law and as a sign of respect for those who are fasting, visitors and

residents not observing the fast should refrain from eating, drinking and smoking in public during the fasting hours. Eid Al Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated for three days. The celebrations start after special morning prayers. People visit the homes of their relatives and friends and children are given monetary gifts called “eidiya”.

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HEalTHCaRE SERViCES

Regulated by the Dubai Heath authority (DHa), the Emirate has a host of hospitals that provide excellent medical care. The DHa itself provides services in the Emirate’s three main hospitals – latifa, Rashid and Dubai hospitals A mother-and-child facility, Latifa Hospital is a renowned secondary and tertiary healthcare facility that specialises in obstetrics, gynecology and pediatric surgery.

Dubai Hospital comprises numerous specialised departments and clinics, one of which is the cardiology centre. Rashid Hospital is one of the most prominent and reputable emergency medical centres in the Gulf.

Dubai also has private clinics and hospitals that offer facilities for both in-patient and out-patient care. Many of them accept cash or credit card payments and also have set-ups to handle medical insurance. duBai healthCare City

A medical and wellness community, Dubai Health Care City (DHCC) aims to provide high quality health care, medical education and research in the region.

Partnering with the Dubai Healthcare City Free Zone, the Centre for Healthcare Planning and Quality, Harvard Medical School Dubai Centre and the Dubai Harvard Foundation for Medical Research, DHCC comprises two hospitals and over 100 out-patient medical centres and diagnostic laboratories. DHCC is located in Bur Dubai alongside Rashid Hospital, a short distance from the Dubai Creek and the Creekside Park.

For additional information, log on to www.dhcc.ae general information

Government hospitals latifa hospital Tel: +971 4 219 3000 www.dohms.gov.ae dubai hospital Tel: +971 4 219 5000 www.dohms.gov.ae rashid hospital Tel: +971 4 219 2000 www.dohms.gov.ae

private healthCare Centres Al mousa medical Centre Tel: +971 4 345 2999 www.almousamedical.com

medcare hospital Tel: +971 4 407 9100 www.medcarehospital.com

American hospital Dubai Tel: +971 4 336 7777 www.ahdubai.com

moorfields Eye hospital Tel: +971 4 429 7888 www.moorfields.ae

Belhoul European hospital Tel: +971 4 345 4000 www.belhouleuropean.com Belhoul Speciality hospital Tel: +971 4 273 3333 www.belhoulspeciality.com Dubai mall medical Centre Tel: +971 4 449 5111 Email: appointments@ tdmmc.com www.thedubaimaill.com

neuro Spinal hospital Tel: +971 4 342 0000 www.nshdubai.com new medical Centre Tel: +971 4 268 9800 www.nmc.ae Prime medical Centre Tel: + 971 4 2720720 www.pmcdubai.com The City hospital Tel: +971 4 435 9900 www.ehl.ae

Iranian hospital Tel: +971 4 344 0250 www.irhosp.ae

welcare hospital Tel: +971 4 282 7788 www.welcarehospital.ae

Jebel Ali hospital Tel: +971 4 884 5666 www.jebelalihospital.com

Zulekha hospital Tel: +971 4 217 5600 www.zulekhahospitals.com

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As a sign of respect for local customs and traditions, a conservative dress code is highly recommended. Wearing revealing clothing in public places should be avoided at all times. Swimwear should be restricted only to poolsides and beaches.

Before leaving those areas, change into casual wear.

Most people do not like strangers taking their photographs without their permission and the same holds true in the Gulf. Avoid taking photographs of Arab women as it is considered intrusive and rude. Photographing military installations, government buildings and private premises is strictly prohibited.

GreetinG

The acceptable male greeting on tips on soCial etiQuette meeting a Gulf Arab is to stand up and • Always remove your footwear when shake hands. However, for a man to you enter a person’s home. A female shake the hand of a Muslim woman (and may be escorted to a separate vice versa) is, in most circumstances, part of the home. Accept food and considered unacceptable. Local women refreshment first before you move on will usually not offer their hand to a man to any business. Sharing a meal together and will nod and smile instead and some will give your host much pleasure. local men prefer not to shake hands with • Standing up for new guests and women. If in doubt, wait until a hand is especially older, higher-ranking people is offered when meeting someone for the important. Typically, elderly people are first time. greeted first. Men also are expected to stand when a woman enters. personal ConduCt and etiQuette • Accept refreshments only with your As is the norm across the world, rude right hand, which should also be used and arrogant behaviour is unacceptable for eating and drinking. in Dubai. There is zero tolerance for • Do not offer any alcoholic refreshments drunken driving and inappropriate or food with pork to your Muslim guest. behaviour while under the influence of • Avoid showing the soles of your feet, or pointing your foot at anyone. alcohol; both can be subject to arrest.

Crossing your legs and sitting in front Public displays of affection between a man of an important guest or official is also and woman are considered disrespectful considered rude. and can be subject to arrest too. Swearing • Do not beckon or ask someone to is considered very offensive and is come to you with your finger. If you frowned upon. During the holy month of wish to use a hand gesture, use the Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking in whole palm and fingers. public are strictly prohibited. general information

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FlORa anD Fauna

Seeming barren and harsh at first sight, in reality, the arabian Desert is a thriving abode for many unique ecosystems. Providing habitat to many indigenous species of flora and fauna, the Dubai deserts teem with life Preserving the natural environment of the animal and bird species of Arabia is of immense importance to Dubai. The Emirate’s active and strong conservation efforts are evident in its wildlife reserves, the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary – two groundbreaking initiatives in the Middle East. duBai desert Conservation reserve

Covering 225sqkm of the Dubai inland desert ecosystem, the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) is the first wildlife conservation area in the UAE. Home to 57 plant species, over 120 birds and 43 mammals and reptiles, the reserve spreads over 90kms of shifting sand dunes and accounts for about 5 per cent of the total land area of Dubai.

An official member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature since 2008, the DDCR has also been recognised by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and is included in the United Nations List of Protected Areas – one of the few wildlife sanctuaries in the Middle East. All the revenue earned from visitor entrance fees is used towards conservation projects carried out within the reserve.

A visit to the DDCR is an eye-opener for those who think the desert is barren.

Visitors will be awed by the sight of the iconic Arabian Oryx and the nimble yet graceful sand and mountain gazelles as general information

they wander through their natural habitat.

The DDCR also shelters more than 40 mammal and reptile species native to the Arabian Peninsula such as the Arabian hare, sand fox, Arabian red fox and Gordon’s wild cat. The reserve is a thriving abode for reptiles such as the Arabian sand gecko; sand fish which sports unique clack markings on its flank; the Gulf sand gecko, commonly known as the ‘sit and wait’ hunter and the spiny tailed lizard.

It also showcases some exquisite species of indigenous flora. The date palm, the ghaf tree with its edible leaves and the flower bearing sidr trees are common to the area. Feeding on the blossoms of the sidr, wild bees produce honey that is claimed to be the most expensive in the world. Also blooming in the sanctuary one can find a spectrum of desert shrubs such as the pink bloom laden Sodom’s apple; the broom bush, a shrub that shelters the gazelle and oryx; rimth which is traditionally used to make soap; the lilac-pink flower bearing fagonia and the Arabian primrose, which produces delicate yellow blossoms.

In order to restore the sensitive balance of the ecosystem, a campaign of “species seeding” was implemented by the DDCR in September 2009. Over 6,200 indigenous trees and shrubs were planted within the reserve with the aim of creating a seed bank for natural germination once they were established. These would then provide food and shelter for a wide

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variety of animals, from the hedgehog to the gazelle. al maha desert resort and spa

Conceptualised from an evolution of ideas of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Al Maha was established in 1999 as a tribute to the Emirate’s traditional life.

In 2003, the boundaries of its original reserve were massively extended to create the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR). Al Maha has remained at the centre of the DDCR and the sole responsibility and management of the DDCR’s activities and operations lies with Dubai’s Emirates Airline.

Al Maha also boasts its own embryonic conservation area that is responsible for the reintroduction of the original populations of the Arabian Oryx and gazelle.

Drawing inspiration from the luxury lodges of South Africa, Malaysia and Indonesia, Al Maha – Arabic for the Arabian oryx – reflects old style Arabian architecture and combines the best of nature with the most luxurious of man-made comforts.

With the largest private collection of original Arabian antiques and artworks in the Gulf, it is an important repository for over 2,000 historic and rare pieces of art, weaponry, Bedouin handicrafts and traditional jewellry. Spread across vast shifting sand dunes, Al Maha replicates a Bedouin encampment and offers 42 plush individual suites, each with its own private temperature controlled swimming pool.

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with the help of a safari guide and tuck into an authentic and sumptuous desert barbecue. Of Dubai’s many desert safari operators, just three have been permitted to organise these trips within the conservation reserve – Arabian Adventures, Alpha Tours and Lama Desert Tours.

Traditional pursuits such as falconry, camel treks, horse riding and archery are also offered under the guidance of experts. Even desert walks that explore the sandy ecosystems can be arranged with the resort’s conservationists. ras al khor wildlife sanCtuary

Dubai is one of the best bird watching destinations in the Middle East. Its unique and diverse ecosystem draws thousands of greater flamingos, dunlins, ospreys, little egrets and spoonbills. These birds rest ThInGS yOU mUST DO whILE In AL mAhA and feed on the Emirate’s mudflats during Explore the unique desert surroundings their migration between Asia and Africa. in a four-wheel drive or on camel back The Ras Al Khor Wildlife sanctuary is general information

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a UAE Ramsar Site that spans an area of 620 hectares and acts as a critical staging ground for the wintering birds of the East Africa–West Asian flyway. Supporting more than 25,000 water birds of 88 species and more than 500 species of flora and fauna, Ras Al Khor is one of the best managed arid zone wetlands in the region. Currently, the sanctuary operates two bird hides – the Mangrove and Flamingo Hides, from where visitors can view the following avian species:

it puts on; this bird explodes into brilliant blue as it ascends to the skies. It usually congregates around fields in spring when moth and butterfly larvae are abundant.

Little green bee-eater (merops orientalis): As expanding irrigation and landscaping projects are creating abundance in food and habitat, this charming bird is one of the country’s success stories. It can be widely see in the northern and eastern parts of the UAE. Red-wattled lapwing (Vanellus indicus): A riot of colour, this large wader has yellow Black-winged stilt (himantopus legs, a red bill and facial wattles, a white tail, himantopus): This long, pink-legged belly, flanks and upper face with black on its bird is partial to marsh, weedy lakes and crown, chest, foreneck stripe and tail tip. flooded fields. It uses its long thin black bill Socotra cormorant (Phalacrocorax to pick crustaceans and insects from sand nigrogularis): Widespread in the Arabian or water.

Peninsula, the UAE alone accounts for Broad-billed sandpiper (Limicola 15 to 33 per cent of the estimated world falcinellus): Small waders with a long population of this species. Taking advantage straight bill and short legs. The breeding of the abundantly available fish stocks, adult has patterned dark grey upperthey breed in tight colonies on the serene parts and white under-parts with blackish Gulf Islands. A breathtaking sight is when markings on the breast. thousands of these birds fly up and down Crab plover (Dromas ardeola): Named the coast in close formation, sometimes after its favourite food, this bird has a taking up to an hour or two to fly past. strong and heavy bill that is perfect for Regular visiting hours at Ras Al Khor are eating crabs. The crab plover has white from 9am to 4pm daily. During Ramadan, plumage with a touch of black on its back visiting hours are from 9am to 2pm, and in the primary feathers of its wings.

Sunday to Thursday. The wildlife reserve Greater flamingo (Phoenicopterus is closed on Fridays. ruber): After its first appearance in the Individuals and family groups of up to five Arabian Peninsula in1922, this migrant members can proceed directly to the nature bird wasn’t seen on the shores of this reserve and register at the hides. Group visitors and tour operators need to register region again until 1993, when a colony nested in Abu Dhabi. In recent years, up on www.dm.gov.ae to apply for an entry to 2,000 birds have wintered in Khor, the permit . Allow one to two working days for the permit to be processed. For more largest flock occurrence.

Indian roller (Coracias benghalensis): Taking information, visit the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary website, www.wildlife.ae its name from the amazing “roller” display general information

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EXPLORNG DUBAI DUBAI LANDMARKS

From the muezzin’s prayer call to the DJ’s turntables; from soaring skyscrapers to quaint spice souks; from well preserved heritage areas to galleries dedicated to contemporary art – Dubai is the only place where such stark opposites exist in soulful harmony

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• Dubai lanDmarks • musEums anD HEriTaGE siTEs • al basTakiYa • arT GallEriEs • soak in THE sun • Fun For THE WHolE FamilY

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of two pools. The 18-carat gold plated cymbals create a distinct timbre as water gently drips on to them.

The tower also homes At.mosphere, the world’s highest restaurant. Located on the 122nd floor, it is a fine dining establishment that focuses on serving only the finest and freshest ingredients, including prime cuts and organic poultry.

Visitors can even relax in the lounge which serves a menu of light meals and appetizers throughout the day. The superlative Armani Hotel is also located Burj Khalifa in the Burj Khalifa. Boasting 160 chic Rising above the city at 828m, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world. guestrooms and suites, sophisticated meeting and banqueting facilities, a Pushing the boundaries of high rise luxurious spa, five gourmet restaurants developments, the Burj was inspired by the desert flower, the Hymenocallis. The and the region’s first Armani/ Prive organizing principles of the towers design nightclub. It also houses 144 one- and two- bedroom Armani residences. were based around the triple lobed For a first-hand experience of this bloom’s harmonious structure - three engineering marvel, undertake the towers arranged around a central core.

Wrapped in glass, steel and aluminum, the awesome ‘At the Top’ journey that mega structure required 24,348 cladding takes you to level 124 of Burj Khalifa. units and has 57 lifts that utilize the most Multimedia presentations that chronicle Dubai’s fascinating history inform and advanced of elevator technologies. The entertain guests during their vertical Burj even has the world’s highest rising double-deck elevator cabs that serve two ascent to the observation deck. The observation deck with floor-to-ceiling glass floors simultaneously. walls provides a stunning unobstructed The tower’s interiors are designed keeping in mind its iconic global status and view of the city, desert and ocean. An At the Top journey can be completed in also paying tribute to the local culture. approximately 45 minutes and tickets can More than 1000 specially commissioned be purchased in advance or on arrival. pieces of art from Middle Eastern and international artists adorn the walls of the Visit www.burjkhalifa.ae for further details.

Burj. The centerpiece of the interiors, Burj al araB located in the tower’s residential lobby, The majestic Burj Al Arab was the first is an artwork featuring 196 bronze and architectural wonder that become brass alloy cymbals – representing the synonymous with modern Dubai.

196 countries of the world – suspended on titanium rods anchored at the bottom Resembling the billowing sail of an Arabian A city where designers are called starchitects and whose buildings go on to set new records at every step, Dubai has rightly earned a title as one of the most intriguing centers of the architectural world. In less than 50 years, sand dunes have been replaced by a glittering and glamorous metropolis. Visit some of Dubai’s most iconic and trailblazing developments that broke architectural barriers and raised the bar for the world.

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Dhow, the Burj Al Arab’s contemporary design formula was inspired by Dubai’s seafaring tradition. It became the symbol of a city that looks forward to a dynamic future yet has not forgotten its glorious past. Rising 321m above sea level, Burj Al Arab is built on an artificial island on Jumeirah Beach. With interiors dressed in rich hues of crimson and gold and luxurious furnishings, Burj Al Arab epitomizes Arabian opulence. A fleet of Rolls Royce to chauffer guests; rain showers and Jacuzzis in every suite, discreet en-suite check-in and check-out facilities, a personal shopper and roundthe-clock butler services – the hotel offers the finest that world has.

Its Royal Suite is akin to a miniature palace and features a private elevator, a private cinema, a master bedroom with a rotating four-poster canopy bed and a second bedroom - each with adjoining marble bathrooms with a spa bath and even a walk-in shower!

atlantis, the Palm

The crowning jewel of the Palm Jumeirah is the Atlantis, The Palm. Rising majestically over the soft white sand and shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf, the Atlantis stands atop the crescent of the Palm. With 1,539 exclusive rooms that boast a unique aquatic theme, especially the Lost Chambers Suites that offer direct views of the Ambassador Lagoon – a mesmerizing underwater world that houses 65,000 marine animals; the Atlantis is a heavenly abode. 700m of pristine beaches, the exhilarating Aquaventure water park, the interactive Dolphin Bay, a sensual spa and an eclectic mix of celebrity restaurants such as Nobu, Rostang’s Brasserie and Locatelli’s Ronda Locatelli make the Atlantis a stunning one-stop holiday spot.

Atlantis even has exclusive facilities for kids and teens. For guests between the ages of four and twelve, the Atlantis Kids Club offers

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exciting recreational experiences tailored specifically to their age, interests and energy levels. Club Rush is an exclusive, safe, nonalcoholic and supervised environment tailormade for teens. ‘The Zone’ in the hotel’s East Tower is a state-of-the-art arcade that features the best in arcade machines from around the world. This leisure facility has the latest full-motion simulators, racing, shooting, sports, dancing, redemption and novelty games.

Access to the hotel is as unique as the hotel itself. A six-lane underwater vehicle tunnel, surfaces next to the resort or guests may even board a monorail to be transported through the centre of The Palm Jumeirah directly to Atlantis, The Palm. They can leave their cars at the

base of the trunk in a secure, dedicated parking area. The first system of its kind in the Middle East, the Palm Monorail carries up to 2,400 passengers per hour per direction in four separate trains, each made up of three cars. State of the art, fully automatic and driverless, the monorail runs on rubber tyres and is practically noiseless.

Currently the monorail connects 2 operational stations, Gateway Station on Al Sofouh road in Jumeirah and The Atlantis Aquaventure station on the Palm Jumeirah Crescent. The trains are available at 23 minutes intervals to and fro. Dubai RTA taxis are available, both at the Gateway and Atlantis stations for onward connections. exploring dubai

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Deira CreeKsiDe

Not only is the Deira Creek Dubai’s most famous landmark, but its banks are also perched some of the city’s most striking works of architecture. The muse of many photographers, the Creekside is the panoramic setting for the city’s most famous buildings such as the Etisalat Tower with its distinctive ‘golf ball’ top, headquarters of the National bank of Dubai whose shimmering façade is inspired by the dhows that ply the creek, the intricate windows screens of the Department of Economic Development and the dramatic blue glass structure of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry that symbolizes exploring dubai

the emirate’s prosperity and forward vision. After the sun sets, these buildings are brilliantly lit up and a dhow cruise along the Creek is the best way to soak in their splendor.

DuBai WorlD traDe Centre

The construction of the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) was a demonstration of the city’s penchant for groundbreaking architecture. Erected in 1979, for many years, the DWTC was the sole skyscraper on Sheikh Zayed Road visible from miles around. At 40 stories, it stood as the tallest building in the Arab World for 20 years and

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became Dubai’s most iconic symbol.

Today the DWTC encompasses the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Convention Tower office building, the Novotel and Ibis hotels and the Dubai International Hotel Apartments.

festival Centre – DuBai festival City

Perched on the banks of the Dubai Creek (on the Garhoud side), Festival City is a vibrant waterfront destination that hosts a wide selection of retailers, dining establishments and world-class entertainment. At the heart of Festival emirates toWers City stands the dynamic Festival Centre This building pair was conceptualized as a that hosts more than 600 shops that symbol of Dubai’s economic prosperity. include 25 flagship stores, over a hundred Its elegant lines encompass a form that restaurants and cafes, a 12-screen cinema is evocative of the Islamic culture in the complex and Bowling City. pattern of a triangle. It comprises of a 350m office tower and a 305m hotel GolD anD DiamonD ParK tower connected by a central podium One of the city’s most glittering abodes, which is home to some of the city’s the Gold and Diamond Park is home to most elite shopping brands. The five-star more than 100 jewelry manufacturers business hotel has 400 luxurious rooms and retailers. Conveniently located on and suites and top notch meeting and the fourth interchange on Sheikh Zayed business facilities.

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breeding and training facility. Yachters from the Dubai Creek can sail directly into the Meydan Marina. Berthing up to 80 yachts at a time, these sea farers will have direct access to the waterfront restaurant and Madinat JuMeirah cafes. During race night, they can catch all Built as a tribute to Dubai’s Arabian the racing action from within the comfort heritage, the Madinat Jumeirah complex mirrors an ancient Arab citadel. Opulence of their vessel. and tradition meld impeccably in its two grand boutique hotels, 29 courtyard Sheikh Zayed road summer houses. Its traditional souq with The arterial road that links old Dubai 75 elite boutiques, a theatre seating with the new ‘Downtown’ Dubai, Sheikh 442 people, an amphitheatre, the 26 Zayed Road is the longest and busiest treatment roomed Talise Spa, 44 worldroad in the UAE. With some of the city’s class restaurants and bars, the region’s most iconic and impressive structures leading conference and banqueting such as Emirates Towers and Burj Khalifa, centre, unlimited recreational facilities and the Dubai Metro’s Red Line lacing it, and the Quay Health Club make Madinat sheikh Zayed Road is also the ‘skyscraper Jumeirah a one-stop holiday destination. corridor’ of the city. unique collections of purple gold, Tahitian black pearls and Australian white pearls at the Park.

Meydan City

Meydan City

The most iconic horseracing development in the Middle East, Meydan is an interconnected cityscape where sports, business and cosmopolitan living merge harmoniously. The world’s richest horse race, the Dubai World Cup is annually hosted at the Meydan Racecourse - the world’s largest integrated racing facility which comprises of a 1,750m allweather Tapeta surface track and 2,400m turf track. At the centre of the entire development is the Meydan Grandstand that can accommodate 60,000 race goers and is also home to the world’s first luxury 5-star trackside hotel. The Grandstand even includes more than 10 fine dining restaurants, the Meydan Museum and Gallery, an IMAX theater and offices of the Dubai Racing Club and Emirates Racing Authority and a peerless exploring dubai

The Dream comes true!

Air India is amongst the first airlines of the world to induct the B-787 Dreamliner into its fleet.

Sooner the aircraft will commence longhaul routes to Europe and Australia.

Buckle in, you are set for a Dream Flight!

Air India flies direct to 10 Indian destinations out of UAE. Bengaluru (Bangalore), Chennai (Madras), Delhi, Goa, Hyderabad, Kochi (Cochin), Kozhikode (Calicut), Mumbai (Bombay), Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) and Visakhapatnam

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MUSEUMS AND HERITAGE SITES Dubai’s famed heritage areas and museums are a must see for all visitors.

Displaying relics from the emirate’s glorious past, they showcase the cultural roots of the emirate. The Government has also carefully preserved the ancient landmarks of the city. Most tour operators offer packages that stop at these fascinating historic sites and should be an indispensable part of your travel itinerary. al ahmaDiya sChool anD heritaGe house

Established in 1912 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Ahmed Bin Dalmouk, Al Ahmadiya was Dubai’s first school and taught the Holy Qu’ran, Arabic calligraphy, grammar, mathematics and literature.

Fees were nominal amounting to a couple of rupees. The tuition for students of impoverished families was paid by the sheikhs. In 1956, with the introduction of

formal education in Dubai, Al Ahmadiya introduced English, Sociology and Science as a part of its new curriculum. al Boom tourist villaGe

This majestic structure juxtaposed by the Dubai Creek is reminiscent of an Emirati village where visitors can experience the authentic spirit of Arabian hospitality. The village consists of a 2,000 seat banquet hall, a coffee shop, a restaurant that serves the freshest of seafood as well as international gourmet, an ornamental lake and marina.

Guest can also book a dhow cruise on any one of the five traditional dhows that belong to and set sail from the village.

Bait al WaKeel

Built in 1934 by the late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Bait Al Wakeel was Dubai’s first office building. Situated on the edge of the Dubai Creek, exploring dubai

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near the abra landing in Bur Dubai, the building features distinct Arab architectural and aesthetic elements.

In 1995, the building was restored and converted into a heritage restaurant.

dioramas that depict life in the emirate before the discovery of oil. Vivid scenes from the Creek, traditional Arab houses, desert and marine life, souks and date farms are recreated in its vast galleries. Artifacts recovered from graves dating back to the Bin Jam’aan House third millennium BC are also on display.

One of the finest examples of traditional Gulf One of the more significant exhibits architecture, the Bin Jam’aan house was built portrays pearl diving, including sets of pearl in 1890 by the famous merchant of the same merchants’ weights, scales and sieves. name. It is now a museum that showcases the intricacies or Arabian architecture.

Hatta Heritage Village Situated in the heart of the rocky Hatta BurJ naHar Mountains, 115km southeast of Dubai, This watchtower dates back to 1870 the Hatta Heritage Village was opened in when it was built to guard the old city 2001. Consisting of two watchtowers, a of Dubai. Burj Nahar and it surrounding mosque and houses made of tome, mud, gardens have now become the focus of reeds and palm trunks; this traditional many a camera lens. village provides a mesmerizing glimpse into Dubai’s historical past.

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The Dubai Museum is located inside the majestic Al Fahidi Fort which was built in 1787 to guard the landward approach to the city. Renovated in 1971 into a museum, it exhibits spectacular life size exploring dubai

Heritage and anD diVing DiVing Village

Providing an important platform for the emirate’s potters and weavers to display their crafts, the heritage and diving village has been modeled after a traditional

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Bedouin village. Replete with quaint barasti houses, an outdoor kitchen, a traditional souk, ancient armory, utensils and dresses, it recreates the lifestyle of a bygone era.

minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai.

Standing proudly on the Shindagha end of the Dubai creek, the house has vaulted and high-beam ceilings, arched doorways, sculpted window overhangs and trellis naif MuseuM screens. On the ground floor, a large Strategically located in the main commercial meeting room or majlis, spacious living district of Naif in Deira, the Naif Fort (and rooms, storerooms and a kitchen open now museum) was the first headquarters on to a central courtyard that is shielded of Dubai Police. It was also the first training from the hot desert winds by high centre for police personnel. The fort is perimeter walls. The upper floor, with its unique in that it is built from two types of many bedrooms and balconies, provides a clay – Al Madar, known for its cohesive spectacular view of the city’s skyline. The qualities and Al Chandal. façade of the house is dominated by what is, perhaps, the world’s earliest form of air Old sOuks conditioning – four elegant wind towers Selling almost everything from gold, which were the traditional means of perfumes, textiles, spices, traditional jewelry, cooling the interior during the scorching antiques and souvenirs, Dubai’s souks are summer months. Today, with its displays symbolic of the commercial roots of the city. of rare photographs, coins, stamps and documents, Sheikh Saeed’s house is a uniOn HOuse listed national monument that showcases A replica of the ‘Roundhouse’, the the history of the emirate’s development.

Union House honors the most historical moments of the UAE. It is built on the site uMM al sHief Majlis where the documents for the formation of This seaside Majlis was built in the midthe UAE were signed in 1972 and where 1950s, as the summer retreat for the late the UAE national flag was unveiled for the Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The first time. It is also the location of the office two-storey house has traditional décor of the former ruler, His Highness Sheikh including Arabic style carpets and coffee Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. pots. The structure includes a terrace, storeroom and the Majlis gardens which sHeikH saeed al MaktOuM HOuse feature the unique “falaj” irrigation system Typical of late 19th century Arabian and a traditional palm tree garden. architecture, this two-storey building was the official residence of did yOu knOw? HH Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum, ruler Hatta Heritage Village’s history can be of Dubai (1912-1958) and grandfather traced back to 2,000 to 3,000 years. It consists of 30 buildings, each differing in of the present ruler of the emirate, His size, interior layout and the type of building Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid materials used Al Maktoum, vice-president and prime exploring dubai

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AL BASTAKIYA

Named after the Bastak region of Iran where many of its residents migrated, a visit to Bastakiya is akin to stepping back in time. Established in 1859 during the rule of the late Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Butti bin Suhail Al Maktoum., the Al Bastakiya district is characterized by old traditional houses with large courtyards, tall windtowers and narrow winding lanes. Al Bastakiya houses several traditional locations that can be used for films, corporate and cultural events, exhibitions and fairs.

Tel: +971 4 353 9265 Some of the attractions worth a visit in Al Bastakiya are: Art ConneCtion

The freedom, creativity and talent of Emirati artists comes to life at Art Connection, a UAE-based arts management and cultural consultancy. exploring dubai

Located in the heritage area of Al Bastakiya, Art Connection comprises offices and a gallery space that specialize in promoting Emirati artists.

Tel: +971 4 354 0304 BAstA Art CAfĂŠ

Located on the Al Bastakiya roundabout, Basta Art CafĂŠ serves freshly brewed coffee and mouth-watering snacks in cultural surroundings.

BAstAkiAh nights restAurAnt

With stunning views of the colorful dhows that ply the Dubai Creek from its rooftop and serving sumptuous Arab and Iranian fare, Bastakiah Nights is a must visit.The restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner.

Tel: +971 4 353 7772 www.bastakiah.com

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mould this soft mineral into ornaments themselves.

Tel: +971 4 353 9090 Majlis gallery

Set in a delightful courtyard, the Majlis Gallery has been exhibiting artworks and artefacts from the Middle East and around the world for the past 22 years.

Tel: +971 4 353 6233 www.themajlisgallery.com sheikh MohaMMed CeNtre for Cultural uNderstaNdiNg (sMCCu)

Calligraphy iN house 188

Learn the traditional Arabic art of calligraphy withrenowned Arabic calligrapher and designer Atiq Ali Ansari.

Learn the origins and intricacies of this unique art form in his workshop, House 188.

Tel: +971 50 507 1410

The SMCCU was set up with the aim of bringing down barriers between different nationalities and helping them understand the traditions, customs and religion of the UAE. The Centre organizes cultural breakfasts and meals that are hosted by UAE nationals, over which guests can have all their queries about Dubai answered.

Visitors can even undertake walking tours of the historically restored windtower area.

Tel: +971 4 353 6666 www.cultures.ae

CoiNs MuseuM

A mumismatist’s delight, the Coin Museum XVa gallery houses more than 470 unique coins.

XVA gallery has been a meeting point Tel: +971 4 353 9090 for the cultural community of Dubai since 2003. Comprising of a gallery, gypsuM Workshops at the shops, an Art hotel, a dhow, cafĂŠ and expert consultancy services in arts and restoratioN house Discover the secret behind the culture management, XVA offers artists spectacular ornaments of Al Bastakiya and the public the largest exhibition in gypsum workshops organized by space in the city. the Architectural Heritage Society.

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MoSQUES GranD mosque

Built in the traditional Islamic architectural style, the Grand Mosque boasts the tallest minaret in the city at 70m. It also has nine large domes with stained glass panels, 45 small domes, blue mosaic work, wooden shutters and sand hued facades.

Accommodating 1,200 worshippers, the mosque is the main centre of worship and an important Dubai monument. While non-Muslims are not allowed in the mosque itself, they can visit the minaret. Photography is allowed and the best time to visit is after sunset when the mosque is brilliantly lit up. jumeirah mosque

One of the largest and most beautiful mosques in Dubai, the Jumeirah mosque is an exquisite example of the combination of medieval Fatimid style architecture and modern building materials. Built completely in white stone, towering twin minarets frame a large central

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dome. After sunset the mosque is subtly lit up highlighting its intricate artistry. The Jumeirah Mosque is open to non-Muslims.

However, visitors must be accompanied by a dedicated guide of the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding.

Appropriate dress code is required. al farouq omar Bin al KhattaB mosque anD islamiC Center

Opening its doors in August 2012, the Al Farouq mosque is the largest in the city with a capacity to accommodate 2000 worshippers. It is an awe-inspiring tribute to Islamic architecture with distinct Andalusian and Ottoman elements. Drawing inspiration from Turkey’s Blue Mosque, the interiors of the mosque are blue and white and intricately decorated with Moroccan designs and verses from the Holy Quran. The mosque also has a library with more than 4000 books on the Islamic faith, a lecture hall and classrooms. The Al Farouq mosque is open to non-Muslims.

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ART GALLERIES Art thrives in Dubai and this is evident by the number of art galleries that have mushroomed across the city.

Art AttAcK GAllery

Art Attack gives artists from the Gulf region, Europe, Africa, India, the United States and Canada a superior platform to highlight their most captivating works.

Established in 2006, it is located in the Jumeirah area between Al Wasl and Jumeirah Beach Roads.

Contact: 04 344 9008 ArtspAce

ArtSpace is dedicated to the promotion of contemporary Middle Eastern art and artists. The gallery caters to the taste and trends of the sophisticated Dubai art market and the gallery's discerning worldwide collector base. www.artspace-dubai.com AyyAm GAllery

Ayyam Gallery is one of the foremost exponents of Middle Eastern contemporary art. It is recognized as a leading cultural voice in the region, representing a roster of Arab and Iranian artists with an international profile and museum presence. www.ayyamgallery.com GAllery isABelle vAn den eynde

Located in a warehouse in Al Quoz, this gallery showcases the best works of the Middle East’s innovative artists and provides unique opportunities for art collectors. www.ivde.net

duBAi community theAtre And Arts centre (ductAc)

With courses ranging from painting and sketching to sculpting and photography, DUCTAC has been giving expression to creativity for enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Its premises also feature a gallery, a library, the Centre for Musical Arts and an art supplies shop. www.ductac.org duBAi internAtionAl Art centre (diAc)

The DIAC has been cultivating Dubai’s local art and culture scene since 1976 through its Gallery 76 that features a rotating collection of art pieces in every style and media. www.artdubai.com Four seAsons rAmesh GAllery

Named after the celebrated photographer Ramesh Shukla’s whose striking images of the UAE are displayed on its walls, the Ramesh Gallery was set up in 1970.

One of the largest galleries in Dubai, it exhibits and sells artworks of local and international artists. The Ramesh gallery not only houses an extensive collection of furniture, lighting solutions, upholstery products and accessories, but is also the operator of the largest picture-frame factory in the Gulf. www.fourseasonsgallery.com 4 WAlls Art GAllery

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and beyond, working across different media, traditional and new, who employ a research based approach. www.gagallery.com the third line

Green Art GAllery

One of the first galleries to exhibit Arabic art in Dubai, Green Art is a contemporary art gallery based in Dubai, UAE. Representing a multi-generational mix of artists, the Gallery's program is focused on contemporary artists from the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, Turkey

The Third Line represents contemporary Middle Easter artists locally, regionally and internationally. It also hosts nonprofit, alternative programs such as film screenings and an international multimedia forum for artists and designers called Pecha Kucha Night Dubai. www.thethirdline.com exploring dubai

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SoAK IN THE SUN For a desert city, Dubai is unbelievably green. Superbly manicured lawns, rows of date palms, neems, gulmohurs and flowers blooming in a riot of colors greet visitors at every corner. The city’s perennially green and impeccably landscaped side-walks and gardens can be credited to the tireless efforts of the Dubai Municipality who is responsible for their maintenance. The concrete weary can take respite in any of the tranquil green spaces that abound in the city. Dubai also has parks situated along its beaches giving picnickers the opportunity to take advantage of the pleasurable trio of cool green grass, warm golden sands and crystal blue waters. We list some of Dubai’s most popular urban getaways:

with a miniature road system, cars and traffic signals, toy trains that tour the park and fun rides in ‘car horses’ and giant rotating wheels. Visitors can even play football, volleyball, basketball and tennis in the park’s dedicated sports section. A special quarter of the park has also been dedicated only for women and children. al mamZar BeaCh ParK

Taking beach-park picnicking to a whole new level, Mamzar offers a swimming pool, a roller skating area, football ground, basketball court, open green spaces with picnic and fully equipped barbecue areas, an amphitheatre, chalets that can be rented and a five-pronged beach area.

ZaBeel teChnoloGy theme ParK

DuBai CreeKsiDe ParK

The first technology based park in the Gulf, Zabeel Technology Theme Park showcases the emirate’s accomplishments in the field of information and communication technology.

The massive park is spread across three areas between the Dubai World Trade Centre, Karama and Zabeel Road, which are connected via pedestrian foot bridges.

The highlight of the park is Stargate, an edutainment centre that features high tech interactive displays including a space maze. It also has football fields, a mini-golf course, a jogging track, a viewing tower, a 3D theatre and an IMAX cinema.

Framing the west shore of the Dubai Creek, stands the Dubai Creekside Park. It is home to some of the city’s top attractions such as the Dubai Dolphinarium, Children’s City (the fifth-largest edutainment facility in the world) and Ice World. The park also features an amphitheatre, a mini falaj (traditional irrigation system), multiple play areas for children and even offers roller blades and two-seater bicycles on hire. jumeirah BeaCh ParK

13 hectares of golden sands, azure waters, landscaped lawns and a desert garden form the Jumeirah Beach Park. Amenities such as al safa ParK picnic facilities, multiple children’s play area, One of Dubai’s largest and oldest parks, games arcade, wfood kiosks, a swimming the 64 hectare Safa Park has a waterfall, area with on-duty lifeguards and shower lake, theatre, barbecue areas, canopied and bathing facilities make the park a great seating areas and a Traffic Village complete spot for family picnics. exploring dubai

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FUN FoR THE WHoLE FAMILY Fun comes to life in a Dubai holiday.

With a myriad of entertainment and edutainment centres, the young and even the young at heart will find fun and excitement at every turn in this multifaceted city. aquaventure

With speed slides, river rapids, thrilling water rides, children’s play area and a private beach, the 42-acre Aquaventure is largest waterpark in the Middle East.

The Leap of Faith is one of Aquaventure’s most popular attractions.

From the top of The Ziggurat, the Leap of Faith catapults riders into a transparent tunnel and through a shark-filled lagoon, where guitar sharks, bow mouth sharks and white tip, black tip and grey reef sharks all reside. Aquaventure I located in the Atlantis – The Palm.

ChilDren’s City

Located in the lush Creek Park, Children’s city is the first of its kind in the UAE. In an interactive and fun environ, children can learn about applied sciences, nature, space exploration, local and international culture and the human body. The ‘city’ also includes a Planetarium, Under 5’s Corner and a theatre presenting a variety of shows.

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in a habitat pool. The Dolphinarium also offers a variety of therapeutic programs for children with special needs. To create awareness about the marine environment and it conservation, children can attend various workshops and art sessions organized within the premises of the Dolphinarium. The Dolphinarium is located in Dubai Creek Park.

that replicates a real city where children can work and live like grown-ups.

Featuring a hospital, supermarket, bank, airport, public transport and rent-a-car, it offers a fantastic role playing experience for children. With a choice of over 70 professions, they can wear real uniforms, go to work and even earn ‘kidzos’, the currency of Kidzania.

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maGiC Planet

This amusement centre at Wafi City boasts an indoor climbing wall, an inline skating and skateboarding park and Lunarland – the ideal play center for children between the ages of one and eight.

Home to bowling alleys, mini pitches and putts, crawling jungle bungles, racing simulators, arcade games, 4D theatres and with childcare and dining options, the Magic Planet chain of entertainment centres is the largest in the region. Find Magic Planet at Deira City Centre, Mall of the Emirates and Mirdif City Centre.

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Winter sees the opening of the Global Village at Dubai Land. Showcasing the music, dance, arts, handicrafts, theatre, heritage and cuisine of more than 25 countries of the world, Global Village is one of Dubai’s premiere cultural and entertainment destination. Launched as a part of the Dubai Shopping Festival, the Global Village is host to an array of spectacular shows such as the Global Village Global Grooves Concert Series, the Skyhigh Sway Pole, Skycycle High Wire Show, Faceteam Slamdunk Basketball Show, the FMX Stunt Show and the Acapulco High Dive Show. With more than 140 eateries offering cuisine from around the world, Global Village is also a foodie’s dream come true.

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Located at the Dubai Mall, SEGA Republic is an indoor theme park that features a host of adrenaline pumping attractions.

The first of its kind in the Middle East, SEGA Republic spans across two levels and is divided into five themed zones: Wild Adventure Zone, Speed Zone, Cyberpop Zone, Redemption Zone and Sports Zone. These zones offer a huge array of games that range from action packed motion-simulators and simulated sports games to classic carnival games and the largest selections of prize-winning redemption games. The theme park operates the same hours as The Dubai Mall, which is from 10am to 10pm Sunday to Wednesday and 10am to midnight Thursday to Saturday. The entrance to SEGA Republic is located on

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the second floor of The Dubai Mall with parking conveniently located nearby. sKi DuBai

Ski Dubai, at Mall of the Emirates, is the Middle East’s first indoor ski park.

With a mountain themed design guests can ski, snow board and toboggan all year around. Ski Dubai’s gentle slopes are perfect for beginners to practice their turns on while its advanced back runs challenge seasoned skiers and the Freestyle Zone beckons snowboarders.

At 3000sqmts, the Ski Dubai Snow Park is the largest in the world. Spend a fun-filled afternoon in its vast expanse building snowmen, or on bobsled rides or tubing, or just exploring the interactive snow cavern. Raising Ski Dubai’s fun quotient are its resident Gentoo and King penguins. With a private pool, top deck area with rocks and a private holding ski Dubai

area, the penguin enclosure is the most sophisticated habitat in the UAE. Guests will be enthralled by the grand “March of the Penguins” as they make their way across Ski Dubai. For an intimate fun experience with the penguins, guests can register for the Peng-Friend Encounter WilD WaDi

Dubai’s first waterpark, it still remains the most popular water adventure land in the Middle East. Themed around the tales of Sinbad and Juha, Wild Wadi is spread across 12 acres and offers a variety of rides. Waves, rivers, lagoons, waterslides, tornadoes and high powered jets come together to create an adrenaline pumping experience like no other. Master Blasters defy gravity as high-powered jets toss thrill seekers 15 meters into the air while Tantrum Alley brings daredevils face to face with powerful tornadoes eventually dumping them into a pool. One of only four such rides in the world, the Wipeout and Riptide Flowriders promise a blast- seven tonnes of water are shot out in a thin sheet to produce a realistic wave effect that offers the ultimate surfing experience.

The FISHO spa at Wild Wadi offers guests a ‘fishy’ pedicure – hundreds of tiny, toothless Garra Ruffa fish are allowed to nibble away the dead skin leaving feet softer and smoother.

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Wonderland is a theme and water that offers more than 30 exciting rides and attractions. Located alongside the Dubai Creek Park, near Garhoud Bridge, it is one of the oldest theme parks in Dubai. exploring dubai

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ACTIVITIES what to do in dubai

a variety of adrenaline pumping activities, great climate and nature on its doorstep – dubai’s outdoors offers a new adventure each day

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AQUATIC PURSUITS

Fishing: A seafood lover’s delight, Dubai’s fertile waters offer the perfect opportunity to catch your own fish or crustaceans. Sea- farers can hire a fully equipped, deep-sea fishing boat to fish for kingfish, red snapper, rock cod, hammour, barracuda, sailfish and many other species of Gulf fish.

Jet-skiing: Feel the wind in your hair as you hop on a jet ski and zoom across the waves. Most of the city’s ocean-side hotels have well- equipped water sports centres with jet- skiing gear available for hire. For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that skiers stay within the designated jet- skiing areas.

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diver’s dream come true. In order to scuba dive in the UAE, divers must possess valid and recognised documents.

Snorkelling: Swim with dolphins, catch glimpses of scuttling turtles and enjoy breathtaking views of the reefs – snorkelling is the easiest way to get acquainted with Dubai’s colourful ocean life.

Speedboating: For a high-octane blast that comes with great coastal views, speedboating is an obvious choice. Fully insured, well- equipped vessels can be hired from a number of tour companies.

Wakeboarding: Combining the techniques involved in water skiing, snowboarding and surfing creates a thrilling Parasailing: A thrilling combination of surface water sport. Pulled by a motor wind and water, parascenders are towed boat, wake boarders can conquer the behind a high-powered boat while waves while performing several tricks in attached to a parachute. As the boat slices the air – jumping, flipping and spinning, through the water, the parascender rises before landing on their boards. into the air. Parasailing is fantastic way to enjoy the stunning aerial views of Dubai’s Wind surfing: Oscillating between the coastline. Parasailing rides are offered by laid-back culture of surfing and the stringent select hotels along the coast. rules of sailing, wind surfers will enjoy zipping about on the Emirate’s waters.

Sailing: Tranquil waters round the year Wind surfing lessons, boards in different make Dubai an enjoyable and safe sailing sizes and sails are available for hire from several beachside hotels and resorts. destination. The city has several hotels and sailing centres that offer a wide variety of sailing dinghies and keel boats for hire. FUN IN THE DUNES Desert adventures are synonymous with The spring and autumn months are the Dubai. Desert drives, hot air balloon best time for sailing in Dubai. rides, sand- skiing, quad biking, camel rides, desert dinners and visits to the Scuba diving: Minimal tidal flow, Hatta fortress – these are just some of the excellent visibility, a rich and colourful highlights of the desert safaris the city’s marine life, reefs, corals and even interesting wrecks make Dubai a scuba- tour operators offer.

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Barbecue dinners: Dine under the stars on a sumptuous spread of grilled meat, vegetables and mezze made of the freshest and finest ingredients. Seated in a Bedouin style camp, diners are entertained by belly dancers, while spicy kebabs are roasted in a traditional open spit fire.

Ballooning: Ascend into the sky as the first rays of the sun cast their light on the golden desert sands – the one-hour sunrise trip with Balloon Adventures is sure to leave guests mesmerised.

Camel rides: One of the highlights of a desert excursion is a sunset ride on a ‘ship of the desert’, the noble camel.

Tour operators can arrange tailor made packages that allow visitors leisurely exploration of the windswept desert on camel back.

Dune buggy safari: Conquer aweinspiring sand dunes under the expertise of a desert guide. This roller- coaster ride over the dunes in a powerful desert buggy is sure to get the adrenaline going.

Several tour operators provide travel groups with training, safety equipment and a guide.

Falconry: An integral part of desert life in the olden days, today falconry

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is practised purely for sport. Some desert camps offer skillful falconry demonstrations; these displays help promote environmental awareness and encourage conservation efforts.

Sandboarding: Slicing through waves of sand on a board, sandboarding is a novel sporting experience. Available as part of, half and full day desert safaris, guests can request their tour operators to arrange this high-energy activity as a part of a trip.

Wadi driving: The most challenging activity of a desert adventure, wadi driving sees visitors navigate dry and rocky riverbeds in a 4x4 vehicle. It is highly recommended that an experienced driver is hired for this sport as the journey can be rough. This exhilarating and bumpy ride gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy the dramatic desert landscape en route.

SPORTS

Alias the ‘Sporting Capital’ of the Middle East, Dubai hosts numerous prestigious international sporting events. The Emirate’s bespoke facilities, avant garde infrastructure and sunny climates have helped it become home to events such as the world’s richest horse race – The Dubai World Cup, Dubai Desert Classic, Dubai Tennis

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Championship, Omega Dubai Desert Classic, Dubai Rugby Sevens and the UIM Class 1 World Offshore Powerboat Championship, to name a few.

Vijay Singh and Pete Dye, Dubai has been named the 2012 Golf Destination of the Year for Africa, the Gulf States and the Indian Ocean by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators – the Cycling: Mountain biking excursions are third time in a decade. organised by a select few of the city’s tour The Emirates Golf Club, the venue of operators and cycling associations. Led the Dubai Desert Classic, is one of the by experienced guides, cyclists can take Middle East’s top golfing venues. The DP part in training rides, tours through the World Tour Championship, Dubai is the mountains and deserts of Dubai and even culmination of The Race to Dubai, the season-long competition that encompasses occasional races. the European Tour’s most prestigious tournaments, the Major Championships Golf: Boasting some of the finest golf courses in the world designed by legends and the World Golf Championships.

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staggering US $7.5 million in prize money on the pristine greens of the Earth course of the Jumeirah Golf Estates. The Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, Arabian Ranches, The Address Montgomerie Dubai and Al Badia Golf Club are among the leading clubs in Dubai today. The courses are a challenge to amateurs and professionals alike and even offer teaching and practice facilities.

Shooting and archery: The Jebel Ali International Shooting Club is a short drive away from the Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa and brings the exciting sport of recreational and competitive shooting within easy reach. Its indoor and outdoor shooting facilities are built to rigorous international safety standards. The outdoor floodlit clay-shooting ranges cater for all seven clay-shooting disciplines including Olympic skeet and trapshooting. Pistol shooting and archery are also offered at the facility. Guests can indulge in delicious Tex-Mex cuisine at the Shooters restaurant that overlooks the shooting ranges.

Tennis: Yearlong clear skies and constant sun have made tennis a favourite on the Emirate’s sporting scene especially during the cool winter months. Stars of the tennis world head to Dubai’s shores for The Dubai Tennis Championships – a prominent tournament organised by Dubai Duty Free.

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Dubai’s leisure pursuits aren’t restricted to its great outdoors. The city abounds in indoor leisure pursuits too. When in Dubai, do try these fantastic activities: activities

Bowling: The state-of-the-art Dubai International Bowling Centre (DIBC) operates 36 synthetic Brunswick lanes that are on par with international standards. Since its opening in 2001, DIBC has been extremely popular with bowling enthusiasts not only from the UAE, but also other Gulf countries.

Thunder Bowl, Al Nasr Leisureland and Magic Planet at Mall of the Emirates offer bowling fun too. The latter offers Cosmic 10-pin bowling as well as fun rides and pool and billiards tables.

Ice skating: Skate across wide expanses of gleaming ice at any of the superlative rinks at The Dubai Mall, Al Nasr Leisureland or Hyatt Regency Galleria.

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Instructors and skating gear are available at all three venues.

mornings and evenings are the best time to get fit.

Indoor skiing: Ski Dubai at Dubai Mall is the region’s only indoor skiing facility.

This extraordinary venue offers skiers and snowboarders the chance to test their skills on five runs of varying difficulty levels. The longest run is 400m with a fall of over 60m. The Freestyle Zone is ideal for practising stunts while the huge interactive Snow Park presents fun- filled snow moments for both children and grown-ups.

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Jogging: All of Dubai’s lush green parks and pristine beaches are laid out with jogging tracks. During the summers, early

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Camel racing: Patronised by the highest level of society, camel racing is a traditional sport that binds all Emiratis. The UAE has 15 camel racing tracks across the seven Emirates. Race season is in winter with the tracks taking on a carnival atmosphere during races; the most popular is the Nad Al Sheba track race.

Horse racing: Held at the spectacular Meydan Racecourse, the Dubai World Cup is the richest horse race in the world. Comprising seven exciting races, this event draws more than 50,000 racegoers to the city annually.

Horse riding: An important local tradition and an integral part of the culture, horse riding is based in several riding centres - – the Emirates Equestrian Centre (EEC), the Jebel Ali Equestrian Club, Mushriff Equestrian Club and Club Joumana, the riding stables at Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa. The EEC is the most notable facility as it is a fully approved British Horse Society riding and training centre.

Motor racing and go-karting: With a challenging combination of high-speed straights and technical corners, the 5.39km track at the Dubai Autodrome is one of the most modern and challenging in the world. The six configuration circuit is designed to allow three circuits to operate simultaneously, safely and independently from each other presenting circuit users with unparalleled options. activities

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The Emirate’s calendar presents some of the best sporting events, around the year.

Sports buffs can watch professionals from all over the globe compete in engaging sporting action in Dubai. The city is also a commerce hub of commerce, with thousands of industry leaders flocking to its state-of-the-art venues for various international trade fairs and exhibitions.

SPORTING EVENTS 2013-2014

Dubai World Cup 2013 March 2013 The Meydan Stadium The Dubai World Cup is known as the world’s richest race day and one of the most popular sporting events in Dubai attended by more than 100,000 race goers every year. Drawing in the brightest stars of international horseracing community,

horsemen from across the world come in to enjoy the race and luxury of competing.

Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens 2013 December 2013 The Seven’s Stadium Held at the impressive purpose built venue, the Seven Stadium, the Emirates Airline Rugby sevens attracts fans from activities

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around the globe and is one of the region’s greatest sporting and social event of the year.

Omega Dubai Ladies Masters 2013 December 2013 Emirates Golf Club A permanent feature of the UAE golfing calendar the Dubai Ladies Masters showcases the world’s leading players every and is the first full Ladies European Tour in the Middle East.

Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon 2014 January 2014 The Pavilion Downtown Dubai The first sporting event of the year in Dubai, the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon total prize money is US $1 million making it the largest prize for distance running in the world.

EXHIBITION AND TRADE FAIRS 2013-2014

Dubai International Boat Show 5th – 9th March 2013 Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi Spanning 19 years the Dubai International Boat Show is the most anticipated event in the yachting calendar with Established, Trusted and Chosen brand recognition the event epitomises the ultimate style in boating luxury Arabian Travel Market 2013 6tth – 9th May 2013 Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre An annual event aimed at the global travel industry attracting 24,000 senior travel industry professionals

INDEX - International Design Exhibition 2013 Omega Dubai Desert Classic 2014 20th – 23rd May 2013 January 2014 Dubai World Trade Centre Emirates Golf Course Index remains the Middle East and Featuring a $2.5 million prize pool the North Africa’s largest and most diverse international design exhibition gathering Omega Dubai Desert Classic is a PGA industry professionals together European Tour and attracts some of the biggest names in golf such as Tiger Woods under one roof to source the latest interior and Paul Casey and more. It is the first of products its kind to be staged in the Middle East The Hotel Show 2013 28th – 30th September 2013 Dubai Tennis Championship 2014 Dubai World Trade Centre February 2014 A hub for regional international companies Dubai Tennis Stadium A professional tennis tournament owned looking to tap into the industry's anticipated growth, open to trade and and organized by the Dubai Duty Free, the Dubai Tennis Championship features business professionals, as well as the top international players both in the men general public working in the hospitality, leisure and hotel industries and women’s league. activities

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Gitex Technology Week 2013 20th – 24th October 2013 Dubai World Trade Centre One of the largest trade events on Dubai’s calendar Gitex is a gateway for global brands to access the Middle East, the fastest emerging and investment ready ICT market.

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Dubai to share their experiences , voice their thoughts and contribute to the solutions that would have major input in Ensuring sustainable Energy and Cleaner Environment for our Future Generation .

Airport Show 2014 14th – 16th May 2014 Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre The Airport Show is supported by leading international industry associations and local government authorities and is firmly established as one of the world’s leading events devoted exclusively to airport construction, operations, technology and services.

Cityscape Global Exhibition & Conference 2013 8th – 10th October 2013 Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre The region's largest and most influential international real estate event and an annual meeting point for over 25,000 participant including key real estate investors, developers, regional and city investment ARTS AND CULTURAL EVENTS promotion authorities, architects, designers 2013-2014 and other real estate professionals.

Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature The Big 5 Show 2013 March 5th – 9th 2013 25th – 28th November 2013 InterContinental Hotel, Festival City Dubai World Trade Centre The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature The largest event for the building and is the Middle East’s largest celebration of construction industry in the Middle East the written and spoken word, bringing attracting more than 2,500 exhibitors people of all ages, nationalities and from 70 countries showcasing the latest backgrounds together products and technologies from across the building and construction industry.

Dubai International Film Festival 6th – 14th December 2013 Offshore Arabia 2014 Madinat Jumeirah February 2014 A major international festival serves as a Dubai International Convention and platform where local and international directors, film-makers, writers and actors Exhibition Centre from all over the world can come together A prestigious international marine and to share ideas and inspiration through environment Conference & Exhibition workshops and seminars to help each other event that attracts the worlds Key achieve success in the regional market.

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SHOPPING MALLS

Synonymous with shopping adventures and almost the lifeblood of the city, Dubai boasts a vast collection of shopping malls. Colossal in size and in the variety of products they offer, the Emirate’s malls offer an unrivalled retail experience. With designer brands, high street labels, play areas, food courts and cinemas a part of their landscape, malls in Dubai have evolved to become miniature lifestyle destinations in themselves.

The best part about shopping in Dubai is the huge discounts that are on offer almost throughout the year. Apart from the main shopping events such as Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) and Eid in Dubai, which are renowned annual retail bonanzas, many outlets hold special “sales” regularly.

Shopping hours at most malls last until 10pm; food courts and cinemas stay open past midnight. Many malls extend their shopping hours at weekends.

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Dubbed as “the residence of high fashion”, over 300 leading high-end and high street fashion brands such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel, Hermes, Valentino, Dolce and Gabbana, Versace, Fendi, Emanuel Ungaro, Tod’s, Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels, Tiffany, Just Cavalli, and many more nestle within BurJuman. Catering for elite and discerning clientele, the mall has one of the finest collections of high fashion luxury brands in Dubai. A range of dining choices, sophisticated interiors with atrium courtyards, abundant seating interspersed with green areas add up to a chic shopping experience. www.burjuman.com DeirA City Centre

Virtually redefining the concept of malls, Deira City Centre was the pioneer of the region’s shopping mall culture.

From mere shopping precincts, malls Some of the Emirate’s most popular became lifestyle destinations with Deira retail centres are: City Centre leading the way. The mall Al GhurAir City sprawls across 111,000sqm of retail One of the first malls in Dubai, Al space with an excess of 300 outlets. Its Ghurair offers an ideal high street tenants include Carrefour, Debenhams, experience coupled with the best in Iconic, Woolworths, Virgin Megastore, food and entertainment in the midst of Bowling City, an 11-screen multiplex, the Arabic-inspired landscapes and exciting hugely popular Magic Planet, the Sofitel streetscapes. The mall offers over 200 City Centre Hotel and Residence and an shops that include brands such as Guess, office tower too. The Metro’s Red Line Esprit, Baby Phat and Mexx. A rich variety provides direct access. of cuisines guarantee a memorable www.deiracitycentre.com experience for every shopper. Located DrAGOn MArt on Rigga Road in the heart of Deira, Al Mimicking the form of a dragon, Dragon Ghurair is a short taxi ride away from Mart is the largest trading centre for Dubai Museum and the Gold Souk.

Chinese products outside mainland China. www.alghuraircity.com

World’s Largest Chinese Shopping Destination “You name it, and you’ll find it... in Dubai’s China Town!”

DRAGONMART Tel: +971 4 433 6200 www.dragonmart.ae

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It winds 1.2km along the Dubai–Hatta highway offering shoppers over 4,000 outlets that retail the best of Chinese innovation in home and office appliances, school supplies, communication and acoustic equipment, lamps, building materials, furniture, toys, machinery, garments and footwear.

The expansion plans for this mall include the construction of Dragon Mart 2, which will add a hypermarket, cinemas, entertainment areas, restaurants, retail outlets, hotel, ample car parking spaces and more shops. Work on the new phase will commence soon. www.dragonmart.ae

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sharks and rays. Walk through its 270 degree acrylic tunnel for a closer look, or simply peer in from its viewing panel, the largest in the world. Watch the Dubai Fountain – an entrancing performance of light, water and music from the mall’s waterfront promenade. Those who are looking for something a little more active can spend the evening gliding across the icy expanse of the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink or indulge in adrenaline pumping rides at SEGA Republic, while movie buffs can enjoy the 22-screen Reel Cinema.

Another groundbreaking initiative for Dubai Mall is the award winning KidZania, a children’s educational theme park. www.thedubaimall.com

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The crème de la crème of Dubai’s shopping landscape: Dubai Mall is the world’s largest shopping, entertainment and leisure destination. It also boasts the world’s most iconic neighbour – the lofty Burj Khalifa. Sprawling across 1,114,000sqm, the mall sports more than a thousand retails outlets from couturier labels such as Armani, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Galleries Lafayette and Bloomingdales to high street favourites such as Bershka, Oasis, Mango, Zara and HandM. Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue is renowned as the world’s largest collection of fashion brands under one roof. Book World by Kinokuniya is one of the largest shops of its kind in the Middle East.

Dubai Mall, with its breathtaking attractions promises to be the ultimate leisure destination. The centrepiece of the mall is the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, which has more than 33,000 living animals including 400

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High-street fashion, aspirational boutiques, al fresco waterfront dining and entertainment – Dubai Marina Mall is a chic and stylish showcase of all these.

The opulent 5-star Address Dubai Marina Hotel is also directly linked to the mall. www.dubaimarinamall.com DubAi Outlet MAll

A fashionista’s dream come true – Dubai Outlet Mall is home to over 800 of the world’s top fashion brands and offers 30–90 per cent discounts on all merchandise, all through the year! The only “outlet” concept mall in the region, shopping at Outlet Mall is truly great value for your money. www.dubaioutletmall.com FestivAl Centre – DubAi FestivAl City

A vibrant retail hub perched on the Garhoud bank of Deira Creek, Festival Retail expeRience

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Centre features more than 600 shops, including 25 international flagship stores, above 100 restaurants, cafés and bistros, a 12-screen Grand Festival Cinemas Complex and the picturesque waterfront Marina Pavilion that offers multi-cuisine fine dining options. Directly connected to the InterContinental and Crowne Plaza Hotels, the shopping complex holds an excellent mix of regional and international retailers such as IKEA, HyperPanda, Marks and Spencers, Toys R’ Us, ACE, Plug-Ins Electronix, Paris Gallery, Zara and many more. www.dubaifestivalcity.com ibn bAttutA MAll

Renowned for its sensitive design, the unique architecture of the mall celebrates the travels of the famous Arab explorer, Ibn Battuta. The mall has six courts reflecting the architecture of each region Ibn Battuta explored – Andalusia, Tunisia, Egypt, Persia, India and China.

Divided into four sections – family and convenience, major department stores, up-market brands and lifestyles, and entertainment and leisure, shopping at the mall is absolutely hassle-free. The mall has 275 retailers, 50 restaurants and food outlets and 21 state-of-the-art cinema screens including the UAE’s first IMAX. Ibn Battuta can be accessed via Dubai Metro’s Red Line. www.ibnbattutamall.com lAMCy PlAzA

One of the city’s most popular malls, Lamcy presents an exciting mix of local, regional and international retail brands.

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in Dubai, the mall counts Giordano, Damas Jewellery, Delsey Luggage, Rivoli Watches, Shoe Mart and Paris Gallery among its tenants. Lamcy’s FunCity is a unique play and discovery centre for children. For a nominal fee, kids can be left under the careful supervision of the Fun City staff while parents scout through the mall’s 150 stores. www.lamcyplaza.com MAll OF the eMirAtes

A spectacular shopping and lifestyle destination with around 500 international retail outlets that offer fashion, lifestyle, sports, consumer electronics and home furnishings including 60 flagship stores.

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14-screen cinema, Ski Dubai, the five-star Kempinski Hotel, the 500-seat Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre and Magic Planet are all housed within the mall. The 223,000sqm mall has a super stylish Fashion Dome featuring flagship stores such as Louis Vuitton, Paul Smith and Diane von Furstenberg. Dining options are varied with 85 eateries that range from fast food to fine dining and cafés to confectionery. The Metro’s Red Line gives direct access to the mall. www.malloftheemirates.com 83 MAll MerCAtO

Mercato brings together not only the choicest lifestyle offerings but also stunning design from the Mediterranean Mercato Mall

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to Dubai. Its architecture is based on the Renaissance and captures Italian, French and Spanish elements of design. The mall also regularly hosts fairs and festivals from these countries. A variety of products from fashion to furnishings are retailed in 126 outlets, and cafés, cinemas, a supermarket and even spas and salons are housed in the mall. www.mercatoshoppingmall.com reeF MAll

An ideal neighbourhood mall, Reef is a budget-friendly shopping centre located in the heart of Deira. It has a plethora of shops that cover everything from home furnishings to fashion: Home Centre, Splash, Bossini, G2000, Nine West, Aldo Accessories and many more high quality brands. www.reefmall.com WAFi City

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In the midst of interiors inspired by ancient Egypt, Wafi’s 350 stores offer some of the most prestigious shopping brands in the world, from the classy Escada and Chanel to new waves such as Tiger Lily and Desert Rose. Wafi’s Khan Murjaan souk recreates the splendour of the 14th century, while the mall’s 20 fine dining restaurants are true epicurean delights. Action seekers can head to mall’s Encounter Zone which features virtual rides, games and even an indoor climbing wall. Shoppers can take a break to rejuvenate at the Cleopatra Spa or the Medi Spa or spend a relaxing evening at Wafi’s rooftop gardens in the company of live entertainers. www.wafi.com Retail expeRience

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SOUKS Dubai’s exotic souks are evocative of the Arabia of yore. Set within traditional interiors and stocked with mounds of juicy dates, aromatic spices, fragrances and many other traditional Arabic handicrafts, travellers are sure to find the perfect souvenir: prayer beads, soapstone figures, trinket boxes, marble goblets, brass objects, Omani silver jewellery, Persian carpets, dhurries and even belly dancing regalia.

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The Deira Gold Souk offers stunning jewellery crafted in 18, 22 and 24 karat gold and embellished with pearls and precious stones.

The city’s carpet souk rolls out intricate creations from Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan. Prices range from a few hundred dirhams to several thousands. Bur Dubai’s “IT street” boasts the latest laptops, mobile phones and other gadgetry.

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SHOPPING NEIGHBOURHOODS Standing shoulder to shoulder with Dubai’s grandiose malls are a variety of shopping neighbourhoods that offer a fascinating playground for bargain hunters.

Quibble with the vendors of Karama Complex for replicas of designer purses and watches; or buy pashmina, shisha pipes, Arabic musical instruments and other trinkets at budget friendly prices.

At weekends, mounds of fresh seafood spill into the Karama Fish Market.

Succulent jumbo prawns, whole squid, crabs, salmon fillets, mountains of shellfish, hammour and red snapper are sold by the kilo to seafood lovers. Sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh cantaloupes, juicy oranges and the best of the season’s produce can also be found here.

If you are in your element with custommade clothing, don’t miss the tailors in Satwa. They can replicate any style off a magazine page at extremely reasonable prices. Buy your fabrics from the rows of shops on Diyafah Street and end the day at any of the al fresco cafés or restaurants that offer food from around the world.

Meena Bazaar in Bur Dubai is reminiscent of an upscale Indian market. Bolts of colours

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in every fabric imaginable, racks of readymade clothing, rows of shops selling jewellery in gold, diamonds and even imitation jewellery are crowded cheek by jowl.

SHOPPING TIPS • Regular shopping hours are from 10am to 9pm from Sunday to Thursday. On Fridays, the smaller shops are usually open for business from 4pm to 10pm.

• Although credit cards are widely accepted in Dubai’s shopping centres and major independent retailers, cash is still the currency of choice for souk merchants, small shops and family-owned restaurants.

• First-time visitors to Dubai’s fabric shops might find the amount of products on display overwhelming. When in doubt, ask the store staff what’s new in the shop or ask them for the specific material that you are looking for. Tell them your price range and let them recommend fabrics that meet your requirements and budget.

• For the perfect fit, you might want to have your garments sewn by one of the city’s tailor’s shops. Most of these shops are located in the textile bazaars of Bur Dubai and Satwa. They also do alterations for a reasonable sum.

• If you have the time and the patience, check out the prices at fixed-price outlets before testing your bargaining skills in Dubai’s souks.

Haggle with a smile.

• Please note that some consumer electronics retailers, particularly smaller businesses, provide no warranty or guarantee for some of their merchandise.

• Those looking for great bargains should time their visits with Dubai’s major shopping festivals.

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DUBAI DUTY FREE With 18,000sqm of retail space across Terminals 1,2 and 3, the multi-award winning Dubai Duty Free is the biggest single airport retail operation in the world. Its extensive and diverse product offerings, gold standard customer service and unique marketing campaigns have been travellers’ delights for years. The Duty Free offers endless options for gifts and souvenirs that range from high-end timepieces and gold jewellery to the latest electronic gadgets and premium chocolates.

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Dubai Duty Free’s Finest Surprise Luxury Car Draw and Millennium Millionaire promotions are among the most enduring and exciting campaigns that have been launched by a travel retailer anywhere in the world. Tickets to these promotions are sold at Dubai Duty Free counters.

In July 2012 , DDF made its first foray into border shop retailing with the inauguration of its Hatta Border Shop located at the Customs and Immigration Offices at the Hatta–Oman border. www.dubaidutyfree.com

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SHOPPING FESTIVALS DubAi shOPPinG FestivAl

The most important and exciting event on the city’s shopping calendar; the Dubai Shopping Festival is a month-long retail and cultural extravaganza. There is a sense of euphoria across the city with over 2,300 participating retail outlets offering attractive discounts and offers on gold, perfumes, haute couture, cars, electronics, handicrafts and textiles.

The vibrant Global Village gains further zest during the DSF. Hoards of people descend on its colourful pavilions to catch a glimpse of cultures from around the world through colourful shows, lively parades and lavish spreads of exotic food.

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Focusing on fun, knowledge, amusement and, of course, shopping, Dubai Summer Surprises festival is centred mainly around the little ones. Planned to coincide with the city’s annual summer vacation, DSS offers edutainment and fabulous bargains for the whole city. Modhesh, the festival’s adorable yellow mascot with his sunny smile takes over the city and the young and young-at-heart naturally gravitate towards Modhesh World.

Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Modhesh World is huge funfair and entertainment platform offering competitions, rides, educational activities, stage shows, hospitality tents and a multicuisine food court.

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children younger than14 years can avail themselves of huge discounts across a wide range of the city attractions, restaurants, hotels and even airline tickets. eiD in DubAi

Held during the Eid al Fitr and Eid Al Adha celebrations, Eid in Dubai is a social initiative that aims to bring to the fore the Emirate’s Islamic values and traditions. It draws inspiration from Dubai’s unique cultural and social mosaic and is a festive offering of shopping discounts, live entertainment, carnivals and fireworks displays.

The centrepiece of the festival is the Ramadan Night Souk. Held during the last 10 days of Ramadan at the Dubai World Trade Centre, it offers apparel, gifting, electronics, perfumes, cosmetics, jewellery and household items.

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GIFTS AND SOUVENIRS Take a piece of Dubai home with you with these arabesque souvenirs: CArPets

Dubai has a fabulous carpet souk that stocks beautiful pieces from Iran, India, Kashmir, Pakistan and Afghanistan. In fact, the Emirate is one of the best places to buy Persian carpets outside Iran. Based on the number of knots, size, type of dye used and the weavers of the product itself, the value of a carpet can range from a few hundred dirhams to many thousands. Heritage Touch, located behind the Gold and Diamond Park on Sheikh Zayed Road stock bespoke carpets in wool and silk, carpets encrusted with semi-precious stones such as onyx and lapis and even exotic portrait carpets.

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The indisputable staple of Middle Eastern meals, the luscious date is savoured for its rich texture and sweet flavour.

Available across the city’s supermarkets and shopping centres, dates are available in wide varieties from plain and pitted to stuffed and chocolate-dipped.

Over the years, Bateel has become a brand of choice for fine foods. Boasting more than 20 varieties of gourmet dates that are sold fresh, filled, semi-ripe and individually wrapped, Bateel has earned a reputation for perfecting the art of date confectionery. Bateel’s simply melt-inthe-mouth Rhutab dates, the delicious Tamr dates or its delectable dates filled with roasted or caramelised nuts, candied ginger, lemon or orange peel and coated with chocolate – all make excellent gifts Retail expeRience

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The Emirates Date Factory produces date syrup, jam and paste. The company has an extensive product menu that also includes stuffed and coated dates.

Boxes of the Arabian delight “Chocodates”, dates filled with roasted almonds and coated with chocolate, or premium Patchi chocolates wrapped in gold and silver foils are gifts that will be truly appreciated.

The world’s first camel milk chocolate is also found in Dubai. Moulded into the shape of a camel and wrapped in gold paper, it is a great gift idea. Al Nassma Chocolate produces camel milk chocolate in five exotic varieties – Arabia (flavoured with spices), date, macadamia nut and orange, 70 per cent cocoa and whole milk.

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Its pralines filled with pistachios, nougat and dhows (traditional boats) and of course, coffee cream are simply superb. the “Seven Sands of the UAE” – a glass frame or bottle containing the seven sands FAbriCs AnD PAshMinA shAWls of the different Emirates, Burj Al ArabThe textile trade flourishes in Dubai and and Burj Khalifa-shaped paperweights, visitors can buy silks, chiffons, organza, camel key chains and fridge magnets velvets, cottons, voiles and pashminas. are popular souvenirs. Many of Dubai’s The Meena Bazaar in Bur Dubai and handicraft stores such as Al Jaber Gallery the fabric stores in Satwa are absolute sell these at affordable prices. sartorial delights.

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One visit to the city’s gold souks and you will know why Dubai is known as the “City of Gold”. The stunning range of 22 karat Indian extravaganzas, 18 karat delicate Italian pieces, diamond encrusted ornaments and strings of pearls that glint from each window are sure to leave shoppers dazzled. Visit the Gold Souk in Deira, the Gold and Diamond Park on Sheikh Zayed Road and the Gold Souk at the Dubai Mall to see some of the most fantastic creations in some of the most precious metals and stones known to man or woman! sCents

Arabian ouds and itrs (perfumes and essential oils) make great souvenirs and gifts. The Middle East’s top perfumers such as Arabian Oud, Ajmal, Eternal and Amouage sell traditional fragrances as well as modern blends. All these companies have a presence in most of Dubai’s malls and even at Dubai Duty Free. sOuvenirs

Framed khanjars (traditional daggers), dallahs (Arabian coffee pots), Bedouin silver jewellery, trinket boxes, miniature

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Not only is the city’s public transport network well planned and extensive, but it is also very convenient and economical. Traveller comfort is the top priority for Dubai’s 87 metro trains, 47 metro stations and more than 500 buses and thousands of taxis that strive to ensure hassle-free mobility in the city

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Taxis: More than 7,000 taxis operate in the city, making them the most common mode of public transport. The minimum charge for travel within the city is Dhs10.

Fares for transfers from Dubai Airport to any location within Dubai start at Dhs20. An additionalsDhs20 is charged for passengers heading towards the northern Emirates of Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain and Ajman.

Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) provides a convenient 24-hour direct booking service for taxis. Contact DTC on +971 4 208 0808 or log on to dtc.dubai.ae for further information.

Ladies taxi: A unique initiative by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), taxis with women drivers have been introduced for the convenience of female passengers. Clearly recognisable with their distinct pink roofs, seats and interiors, these taxis are the perfect solution for lone female travellers.

Bus services: RTA’s extensive bus service covers the length and breadth of the Emirate. Over 500 peak bus schedules are run on 62 bus routes over 168,000 kilometers and moving around 250,000 people per day! The bus fleet itself is top of the range with a host of amenities, which include state-of-the-art airconditioning systems that automatically eliminate unpleasant odours, an electronic destination and route display system and computerised fare equipment. Passengers with special needs can also use the buses easily. Low floors, reserved seating area and a dedicated entrance are provided to accommodate their requirements.

The buses also have designated seats for women, children and elderly passengers.

RTA’s sleek buses comply with all international safety and security standards.

They are fitted emergency exits, alarm systems, fire extinguishers, first aid kits and a unique electronic stability programme that gives drivers better vehicle control and higher stability on roads, while minimising the risk of skidding.

The main bus stations in the city are Al Ghubaiba, Al Satwa, Al Qusais, Hor Al Anz, Al Rashidiya, Jebel Ali and Al Sabkha.

Several bus stops around the city have been converted into air-conditioned bus shelters and are also fitted with maps that display bus routes. Buses generally operate from around 5am until just after midnight during weekdays. Regular public transport users are advised to buy prepaid or NoL cards.

Airport buses: The RTA provides multiple public transport options to all three airport terminals. The airport shuttles provide inter-terminal transfers while city buses operate routes to each terminal. Custom built with ample baggage holds, the air-conditioned buses serve the most popular areas in the city.

These buses stop at locations that are within easy reach of over 80 hotels and furnished apartments. Metered taxis are also available 24 hours a day outside Terminals 1, 2 and 3.

Metro: Inaugurated in 2009, the Dubai Metro holds the record for being the longest, driverless, fully automated metro network in the world. Dubai Metro operates two commuter lines, known as the Red and Green lines that cover the entire city. The 52km Red Line runs from Rashidiya to Jebel Ali while the 23.9km Green Line covers areas between Al

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Qusais and Dubai Creek. Both the metro lines substantially relieve traffic congestion in the central areas of the city.

Commuters can avail themselves of enhanced comfort and luxury in the Metro’s Gold or VIP sections. Women and children can travel in complete safety in dedicated carriages. As a part of its park-and-ride programme, the RTA has built three parking facilities: in Rashidiya (2,700 spaces) and Nakheel Harbour and Tower (3,000 spaces) on the Red Line and Etisalat (3,000 spaces) on the Green Line. Parking here is free for Dubai Metro users. The Metro station feeder buses are a part of the RTA's integrated public transport system that provides a complete journey solution for commuters. These buses pick up passengers from various points in the city, dropping them off at the nearest Metro station.

The RTA also operates metro station feeder buses in an effort to enhance commuter ease. The Metro’s normal operating hours are from 5.50am to midnight from Saturday to Wednesday, 5.50am to 1am on Thursdays and from 1pm to 1am on Fridays.

Monorail: Running along the trunk of the Palm Jumeirah, the Monorail is a unique way to soak up the scenic views of the Palm and the crystal waters of the Arabian Gulf. The first of its kind in the Middle East, the state-of-the-art, fully automatic and driverless monorail connects the Gateway Station at the entry of the Palm (on Al Sufouh Road, Jumeirah) to the Atlantis Hotel on the Palm Jumeirah Crescent. It gives access to all the other crescent hotels as well. The monorail can carry up to 2,400 passengers per going out

hour per direction in four separate trains.

The three-car trains are built to modern standards, the stations are climate controlled and provide disabled access too. The trains are available at 23-minute intervals to and fro.

Water bus: The water bus is a novel way to soak in the sights and sounds between Dubai and Deira. Beginning at Al Shindagha Station, visitors can enjoy a 45-minute trip along the Dubai Creek to Al Seef Station. In addition to the tourism service, water buses cater for the city’s commuting needs, serving five routes along the Creek. The journey is not only panoramic but is also comfortable as the modern boats are air conditioned with spacious seating and wheel chair access.

Kiosks selling snacks, magazines, newspapers and pre-paid telephone cards are available at all the water bus stations.

The water bus also offers a sightseeing tour along the Dubai creek. The Tourist Water Bus Line (B5) shuttles between Al Shindagha, Bur Dubai, Deira Old Souk, Al Seef, Creek Park, and back to Al Shindagha Station. Tickets, priced at Dhs50 for adults and Dhs25 for children up to 6 years, are available at Marine Stations at Dubai Creek and include a map showing Dubai Creek landmarks.

Tickets are valid for one full day from 9am to midnight. For enquiries, call +971 4 396 3135.

Car hire: A range of local and international companies offer cars for hire.

Customers must provide their passport together with a valid international driving licence. Visitors who do not have an international driving licence can obtain a temporary UAE licence if they have

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a valid local licence from one of the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Iceland, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the UK and the US. Applicants are required to submit their passport, valid national licence and two photographs. Canadian nationals must obtain an affidavit from the Canadian Consulate in Dubai, verifying the licence

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before going to the Traffic Department.

There is a Dhs4 fee when crossing Salik tollgates, for more information go to www.salik.ae.

Nol Card: Based on the ‘”pay as you go’” concept, the Nol card is convenient for commuters using the Dubai Metro, public buses and water buses. This pre-paid fare system can also be used in all RTA operated parking zones.

The Nol value card is sold for Dhs20, Dhs6 of which covers the card’s one-off purchase while the remaining balance is its pre-paid value. The rechargeable card can hold up to Dhs500 in value.

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The pre-paid sum remains valid for five years.

Except for the Red Nol ticket, the three other e-purses – Gold, Silver and Blue – can be used on the Metro, buses, water buses and paid parking zones. The Red Nol ticket can be used only on one mode of transport at a time. It is rechargeable for use for up to a maximum of 10 journeys.

The Nol cards can be purchased and recharged at Dubai Metro station ticket booths and ticket vending machines, Dubai bus stations, RTA Customer Service Centres and RTA-authorised sales agents. For more information, log on to www.rta.ae Wojhati: Launched in 2009, the Wojhati (www.wojhati.rta.ae) is the RTA’s innovative web based portal that helps commuters plan their travel within the city. The online system helps passengers to determine the shortest and quickest

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route to their destination as well as the cost of the trip. Covering buses, water buses and the Dubai Metro, the integrated system provides real time information along with interactive maps and route plans to bus stops and Metro stations. It also details how much time would be needed for a commuter to walk to the nearest bus stop or station.

Wojhati is complemented by the instant passenger information system, which enables commuters to check bus schedules and the automatic vehicle management system, which provides realtime information on bus arrivals.

Emirates Express: RTA’s inter-Emirate bus service provides 11 bus routes from various points in the city to the other Emirates of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Al Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and the provinces of Al Ain, Al Dhaid, Hatta and Masafi for a nominal fare. going out

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The sea has always been the centre of life in Dubai and a cruise in its warm waters is one of the best ways to see some of its attractions. Many luxurious ‘dhows’ ply along the Dubai Creek offering live entertainment, superb international and local cuisine and even guides who point out the major landmarks along the coastline.

Water Taxi: The RTA’s waterbus service dedicated to tourism and sightseeing, Line B5, comprises a sleek catamaran that explores the city’s Creekside attractions from Shindagha to Jebel Ali. Giving a fresh perspective to Dubai’s skyline, the water taxis are akin to an aircraft’s business lounge. These sleek catamarans are luxurious, fully air-conditioned vessels that are kitted out with business class seats – each with an LCD screen that runs interactive displays on Dubai’s landmarks.

Tourists can board these vessels from the Al Shindagha and Al Seef marine stations.

The water bus service also includes four other lines that offer a point-to-point passenger service across the Dubai Creek.

Covering key historical landmarks such as Al Shindagha area, Al Bastakiya, Dubai Museum and traditional souks, this service offers an insight into the country’s rich history and cultural heritage. Operating hours are from 9am to midnight throughout the week. The vessel can accommodate 36 passengers and the trip takes 45 minutes, with an interval of 15 minutes between services. The fare is Dhs25 for children aged six years and below, and Dhs50 for adults.

The ticket is valid for one day.

Wonder Bus: Another popular tourist attraction is the Wonder Bus, an amphibious going out

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Dubai is a multi-faceted metropolis and so are the ways to explore it. Whether visitors choose the open rooftop of the Big Bus; the sleek cabins of the Dubai Metro; board a luxury yacht, dhow or water taxi; rent a super stretch limo for a leisurely drive or take guided walks in the city’s heritage areas – the Emirate’s skilled and experienced tour operators can build a customised sightseeing plan based on visitors’ interests, itineraries and budgets.

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Islands, Jumeirah Beach, Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, Maritime City, Port Rashid and Dubai Festival City and land smoothly on the Arabian Gulf. From here, visitors are escorted to the fairways of the Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa. Offered by several tour operators, helicopter tours are the most popular aerial sightseeing tours in Dubai. The 30-minute flight gives travellers stunning TRAVELLING IN STYLE bird’s eye-views of the Dubai Creek, To put a luxurious spin on sightseeing Business Bay, Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, tours, visitors can drive through the city the Palm Islands and Dubai Marina. Hot in a chauffeured stretch limousine. Easily air balloon rides are another exotic way to available in the city, limousines for hire experience Dubai by air. Taking off from are ideal for small groups seeking comfort the heart of the desert just before sunrise, and style. Hundreds of car companies hot air balloon expeditions offer passengers including international names such as Avis, magnificent aerial views of the Emirates’ Europcar, Hertz and Sixt offer luxury and sand dunes and oases. The itinerary often includes pick-up and drop-off services, exotic car rentals in Dubai. refreshments and flight certificates.

For the ultimate holiday sightseeing experience, visitors can charter a luxury yacht. Super stylish and chic, these yachts BEAR IN mINd THAT can be hired on an hourly basis along with • Driving in the UAE is on the right-hand side. the services of a seasoned skipper, a butler, • It is mandatory to wear seatbelts. chef and other crew. Yacht hire packages • Using handheld mobile phones while driving can be customised to include gourmet is illegal. meals and live entertainment. The route • Certain minor traffic offences incur on-theusually encompasses a trip around the Palm spot fines.

Islands, Burj Al Arab and The World Islands.

• Drinking and driving is illegal and the Equally fascinating is Dubai by air. Book a maximum legal alcohol to blood ratio for seaplane or helicopter tour to catch a bird’s driving is zero. eye view of the city. Seawings is the only • Highways and main roads are designated by seaplane tour operator in the Middle East. an Emirate Route number.

The company offers several tourist packages • Blue or green signs indicate the main areas or catering for various interests from golf and locations out of the city and brown signs show beauty and wellness to water sports and arts heritage sites, places of interest and hospitals. and culture. The company operates three • Speed limits are clearly displayed and are Cessna 208 Caravan amphibian aircraft. usually 60 to 80 kph (37 to 50 mph) around Taking off from the Dubai Creek, the aircraft the city and 100 to 120 kph (62 to 74 mph) travel at 1,500 feet, providing a breathtaking on highways. aerial view of The World Islands, the Palm tour bus that travels on land and water. The bright blue and yellow buses can convert into boats and undertake creek crossings.

Travellers may book their tickets through tourism agents, hotels or the Water Bus office at BurJuman Mall. Tickets may also be booked by phone or by logging on to www.wonderbusdubai.net

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the yellow boats

There’s simply no better way to explore Dubai’s headline-grabbing skyline developments than by being out on the water. We take you on a guided tour of sights that simply can’t be viewed by road. The Yellow Boats give you front-row seats to some truly stunning vistas. You can choose from a range of exhilarating tours. Each tour allows you to get up close and personal to the magnificent sights around the Arabian Gulf.

To book: Call (+971) 800 8044 or email book@theyellowboats.com | www.theyellowboats.com

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INBOUNd TOUR OPERATORS IN dUBAI +971 4 1001 Events Tourism (LLC) www.1001events.com Aaban Travel & Tourism (LLC) Tel: 294 6030, Fax: 294 2875

Al Neaimi Tourism LLC www.arabianmastitours.com Al Rais Travel LLC www.alrais.com Al Reyami Travel & Tourism www.alreyamitravel.com

ABA Tourism (LLC) www.abatourismuae.com

Al Rostamani Travel and Holiday www.alrostamanitravel.com

ABC Tourism (LLC) www.abctoursdubai.com

Al Tayer Travel Agency www.altayer-travel.com

Adonis Travel & Tourism www.adonistravel.com

Al Tayyar Travel & Tourism www.altayyargroup.com

Ahmed Ahil Tourism (LLC) www.ahiltourism.com

Al Wasl Travels www.alwasltravels.com

Akkad Tours www.akkadtours.net

Alaabdi Travel Services www.alaabditravel.com

Al Abjar Tourism www.alabjartourism.com

Alshamel Travel & Tourism www.alshamel.com

Al Ahil Travel & Tourist Agency www.alahiltravel.com

Anta Holidays www.anta.ae

Al Arabi Travel Agency www.alarabitravel.ae Al Fajer Travel Tourism www.alfajertraveltourism.com Al Fanar Luxury Tour (LLC) www.alfanar.ae Al Futtaim Travel Co. (LLC) www.alfuttaimtravel.ae Al Gaith & Al Moosa Travel Agency LLC www.alta-travel.ae

Apollo Flight Centre (LLC) www.apolloflightcentre.ae Arab Link Tourism (LLC) www.arablinkdubai.com Arabesque Tourism (LLC) arabesque_tours@yahoo.com Arabia Horizons Tours (LLC) www.arabianhorizons.com Arabian Adventures www.arabian-adventires.com

Arabian Explorers Tourism (LLC) www.arabian-explorers.co Arabian Incentive www.arabianincentive.com Arabian Link Tourism www.arabianlinktours.com Arabian Night Tours LLC www.arabiannighttour.com Arabian Oryx Travel @ Tourism LLC www.aoryx.ae Arabian Team Adventure Travel & Tourism www.arabianteamadventures. com Arafar Tours (LLC) www.arafatours.com Art Desert Tourism LLC www.artdesert.ae Atlanta Tourism www.atlantadubai.com Avionics Travels & Holiday www.avionicstravel.com Becker International Tourism (LLC) www.beckertravel.com Belhasa Global Tourism & Travel (LLC) www.belhasaglobal.ae

Arabian Air Travel Agencies www.arabianair.ae

Best Dream Travel & Tourism bstdream@emirates.net.ae

Al Kazemi Tours LLC www.alkazemitours.ae

Arabian Connection Tourism (LLC) www.arabianconnections.com

Big Bus Tours (LLC) www.bigbustours.com

Al Majid Travel www.almajidtravel.com

Arabian Desert Tourism arabian7@emirates.net.ae

Bin Sebaa Travel and Tourism and Hajj and Umrah binsebaa@hotmail.com

Al Matroshi Travel & Tourism www.almatroshitravels.com

Arabian Dream Tours www.arabiantours.ae

Bon Tours www.bontours.com

Al Naboodah Travel & Tourism Agencies LLC www.uaetraveler.com

Arabian Expedition Tourism (LLC) www.arabianexpedition.com

Bonton Tours and Travels (LLC) www.bontontours.com

Al Ghubaiba Tourism www.alghubaibatours.com

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China Globalwide Tourism Co. www.dubaitours.com

Dream Days Tourism LLC www.ddholidays.com

Fun Dune Tours LLC www.northtours.net

Citalia Tours LLC www.citaliatours.com

Dubai for Destination Tourism (LLC) www.d4d.ae

Fun Tours LLC www.funtoursdubai.com

City Smart Tourism LLC www.citysmart.ae

Dubai Leisure Holidays (LLC) www.dubaileisureholidays.com

Cosmos Tours LLC www.cosmosbookers.com

Dubai Link www.dubailink.ae

Cox and Kings Tours (LLC) www.coxandkings.ae

Dubai Tourism & Travel Services Co. (LLC) www.dubaitravel.ae

Danat Al Khaleej Tourism (LLC) www.danatalkhaleej.ae

East and West Travels and Tourism ewtravels11@yahoo.com

Danat Dubai Cruises Ltd. info@ddcgroup.ae

East Avenue Travels & Tourism www.eastavenudubai.com

Darwish Bin Ahmed & Sons Travel & Tourism www.dhsons.com

East Sands Tourism LLC www.eastsandstourism.com

Delta Gulf International Travel and Tourism deltaglf@emirates.net.ae

Eclipse Tourism LLC www.eclipsetourism.ae Elisa Travels www.eisatravels.com

Desert Dreams Tourism (LLC) www.trip2desert.com

Emirates Desert Tourism www.edt.ae

Desert Adventures Tourism (LLC) www.desertadventures.com

Emirates Oasis Tourism www.emiratesoasis.net

Desert Breeze Tourism www.desertbreezetourism.com

Emirates Travel Agency www.emiratestravelcargo.com

Desert Dunes Tourism (LLC) www.ddtoursdubai.com

Extreme Adventure Tourism LLC www.adventure-dubai.com

Desert Knight Tourism (LLC) www.desertdubai.ae

F.S.N Travel and Tour www.fsn.ae

Desert Ranges Travel & Tourism Tel: 357 2200, Fax: 257 2020

Fairyland Tourism www.ftctours.ae

Desert Sand Tourism & Cargo LLC www.desertsanduae.com

Four Corners Events Tourism LLC www.4corners-events.com

Dirham Tours LLC Tel: 358 9901, Fax: 358 9904

Four Star Travels & Tourism LLC www.fourstartravels.net

Dream Adventure Tourism Tel: 295 4313, Fax: 295 4314

Front Line Tourism LLC www.frontlinetourism.net

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Galaxia Tours LLC www.galaxiadubai.com Golden Travel & Tourism LLC www.planetgrouponline.com Golden Gate Tourism and Cargo LLC www,gateholidays.com Golden Ocean Travels LLC reservation@gotemirates.com Golden Phoenix Tourism www.gpcodubai.com Golden Tourist for Travel and Tourism www.goldentourist.com Green Giant Tourism LLC Tel: 272 6187, Fax: 272 4294 Gulf & World Tours & Travel LLC gwtt@belhoul.com Gulf Circle Tours LLC www.gulfcircletours.com Gulf Dunes www.gulfdunes.com Gulf Sun Travel and Tourism info@gulfsuntours.com Gulf Ventures LLC www.gulfventures.ae Gulf Wings Travel Agency www.gulfwingstravel.ae Gullivers Travel Associates www.gta-travel.com Halley’s Comet Travel & Tourism www.mytrip.ae Haryard Tours LLC www.haryardtours.com Highway Tours LLC www.haryardtours.com going out

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High Way Travel & Tourism LLC www.hwtourism.com HIT Travel LLC robin@hittravels.ae Hormuz 1 Tourism LLC www.hormuztourism.com Hunter International Tourism LLC www.huntertourim.net IBEX Tours and Travel LLC www.ibextravels.aw Ideal Adventures Tours and Safaries LLC www.idealdubai.com

Mohebi Aviation LLC www.mohebi.com

Royal Arabian Tours LLC www.royalarabian.com

Naresco Travel and Tourism rajesh@nttdubai.ae

Royal Gulf Tourism & Cargo LLC www.royalgulf.info

Net Tours & Travels LLC www.nettours-uae.com Ninawa Tours www.ninawatours.com North Tours LLC www.northtours.com Oasis Palm Tourism LLC www.opdubai.com One World Travel & Tourism www.owtravels.com

Royal Palm Holidays www.rph-d.com Royal Park Tourism Services LLC www.royalpark.net Royal Wings Tourism LLC www.royalwings.ae Saadi Travel & Tourism LLC www.saaditourism.com

Incentive Productions/NET Group www.nettours-uae.com

Orient Tours LLC www.orientours.ae

Sachinam Overseas Tourism LLC www.sachinm.com

Independent Company LLC rktours@emirtaes.net.ae

Orient Travel Service www.orienttravels.com

SandSet Tours & Travel www.sandset.ae

Instant Travels & Tourism www.instanttnt.com

Orient Voyage Tourism LLC www.orientvoyage.com

Satt Tourism and Travel www.ug-satt.com

International Travel Services ITS LLC www.itstravel-dubai.com

Orion Tourism LLC www.oriondxb.com

Seat Holidays Dubai LLC www.seatholiday.com

Paramount Tours & Travel LLC www.dubaiparamount.com

Seawings LLC www.seawings.ae

Phoenix Tours LLC www.phoenix-tours.com

Shaheen Travel LLC www.shaheentourism.co

Planet Travels and Tours www.planetgrouponline.com

Sharaf Tours www.sharaftravel.com

Professional Tourism www.pro-tours.com

Shehab Travel & Tourism LLC www.shehabttravel.com

Makkah Tourism LLC www.mktourism.com

Quality Tours LLC www.quality-tour.com

Sight See Tourism www.sightseetourism.com

Meeting Point Tourism www.meetingpointuae.com

Quantum Tourism LLC www.quantumtourism.ae

SNTTA Emir Tours www.snttaemirtours.com

Mercury Tourism www.happylinkers.com

Rasan Tourism LLC rasandxb@gmail.com

Mida Tours and Travels and Cargo abdul@midatravel.ae

Remal Al Emarat Travel & Tourism LLC www.remaltour.ae

South Tours & Tourism LLC www.southtravels.com

Mirage Adventures Tourism and Cargo www.mirage-tours.com

Rida International Tourism LLC www.ridaint.ae

Jaas Tourism LLC www.jaastourism.com Kanoo Travel Agency www.kanootravel.com Khasab Tours www.khasabtours.com Lama Desert Tourism LLC www.lama.ae

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Stalco Travel & Tourism Agency LLC www.stalco.ae Star World Tours LLC www.estarholiday.com

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Sun & Sand Tourism & Travel (LLC) info@sunandsandtours.com Sun East Tourism & Travel LLC www.suneastonline.com Sun Flower Tours LLC www.sunflowerdubai.com Sun Shine Tourism Tel: 266 4463, Fax: 266 4299 SunCity Tourism LLC www.suncitydubai.com Taban Tourism LLC www.tabantravel.com Team Travel & Tours LLC www.team-travels.com The East Zone Tourism LLC www.alfanar.ae The Royal Vision Tourism www.rvtdubai.com

Vega Tours LLC www.vegatours.com

Alamo Car Rental www.alamo-me.com

Via Dubai Travels LLC www.viadubaitravels.ae

Alska Car Rental Alaska_786@hotmail.com

Vienna Tourism LLC www.viennatours-dubai.com

Arab Link LLC www.arablinkdubai.com

Wings Tours Gulf LLC www.wingsegypt.com

Auto Assist Rent A Car www.aa-rentacar.com

White Sands Exotic Holidays LLC www.whitesandstours.ae

Autobahn Car Rental www.autobahnuae.com

Yahoo Tours LLC www.yahootourism.com Yasi Tours LLC www.yasitours.com CAR RENTALS +971 4 Advantage Car Rental www.acr.ae

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Avis UAE Rent A Car www.avisuae.ae Badri Car Rental (LLC) shahzada@shahzadagroup.ae Bravo Luxury Car Rentals www.bravorentacardubai.com Budget Rent A Car www.budget-uae.com

Al Falah Car Rental (LLC) alfalahbuses@hotmail.com

Bruner Car Rental & Bus bruner.transport@gmail.com

Al Falasi Car Rental www.alfalasiluxury.com

Car Fare Bus Rental (LLC) www.carfarellc.com

Al Faris Rent A Car f.rentacar@yahoo.com

Carlo Rent A Car carlo_rentacar@yahoo.com

Al Ghazal Car Rental www.alghazalcar-rental.com

Diamondlease Rent A Car www.diamondlease.com

Al Hilal Car Rental (LLC) alhilalcar@hotmail.com

Discount Rent A Car (LLC) www.discountcardubai.com

Al Maher Rent A Car addisabaab2010@hotmail.com

Dollar Rent A Car www.dollaruae.com

Trident Travel LLC www.rhsgroup.com

Al Naham Rent A Car mohammadnaham@yahoo. com

Dubai Rent A Car (Europcar) www.europcar-dubai.com

Universal Holidats LLC – Dubai Branch www.universal-tourism.com

Al Naseem Rent A Car www.alnaseembusrentaluae. com

Universal Travel & Tourism Co LLC www.universaltoursdubai. com

Al Seyada Car Rental alseyadacarrental@hotmail.com

The Travel Market www.travelmarket-dubai.com The Vision Tourism www.thevisionme.com Time Travel www.timetravelme.com Trans Arabian Sea Air Travels www.transarabian.ae Travco LLC www.travco.com Travelex Travels & Tours LLC www.travelex.ae

Uranus Travel & Tours LLC www.uranustravel.ae

Al Wakeel Car Rental alwakeel03@hotmail.com Al Weam Rent A Car (LLC) alweam@emirates.net.ae

Dubai VIP Limousine zubair_dubaiviplimo@yahoo. com East Coast Rent A Car www.eastcoastinternational.com Elite Rent A Car www.elitecarrentaluae.com Europ Rent A Car (Emirates Taxi) www.europcar-dubai.com going out

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EuroStar Rent A Car www.eurostarrental.com

Julia Rent A Car juliarac@emirates.net.ae

Fast Rent A Car www.fastuae.com

Jumeirah Rent A Car www.jumeirahcars.com

Fast Rent A Car (Airport Branch) www.fastuae.com

Manchester Rent A Car Tel: 271 2338, Fax: 272 3591

Gargash Rent A Car www.gargashme.com German Rent A Car www,germanrac.com

Parklane Limousines (LLC) www.parklanerental.com Patriot Rent A Car www.patriotuae.com

Ghusia Rent A Car sales@ghusiauae.com

R.P.M Rent A Car rpmcar@hotmail.com

Golden Car Rent A Car tvsbabu123@yahoo.com

Regency Rent A Car bassamamour@hotmail.com

Habib Abdulla Rent A Car habibabdulla88@yahoo.com

Saba Rent A Car chbasharat652@yahoo.com

Hertz Rent A Car www.hertz.ae

Safari Al Emarat Rent A Car www.ug-safari.com

Idrive Rent A Car (LLC) www.idrive.ae

Sana Rent A Car www.sana.ae

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Sanam Rent A Car (LLC) (National Car Rental) www.national-ae.com Sixt Rent A Car www.sixt-uae.com Super Price Rent A Car LLC www.superprice.ae Super Star Rent A Car superrent@yahoo.com Thrifty Car Rental www.thriftyuae.com Top Gear Rent A Car topgear1@emirates.net.ae Turbo Rent A Car www.turborentacar.com Union Rent A Car unionrac@eim.ae United Car Rentals www.unitedcarrentals.com

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eatInG Out Dubai’s dining scene is one of the most diverse in the world.With 200 nationalities calling the city home, it is only natural that food and drink from around the globe finds a vibrant showcase here. In april this year, Dubai hosted the largest gathering of Michelin stars ever, with chefs representing restaurants totaling 12 Michelin stars Seven international chefs convened for the Stars, Food and Art gala event at the Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach. The event is a global one which combines art and gastronomic excellence. Furthermore, for the first time ever, the Dubai outposts of two international restaurant brands, Zuma and La Petite Maison made the cut for another well respected restaurant rating system, the World’s Best Restaurants at 83 and 96 respectively.

With such accolades under its belt, visitors are guaranteed a dining experience par excellence. Whichever cuisine you are craving – Middle Eastern, Africa, Asian, European or American – Dubai guarantees a platter of it.

MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE

The highlight of any Middle Eastern meal is the lavish spread of fresh bite-sized starters and salads known as “mezze”. Almost a meal in itself, the mezze consists of a variety of dips such as the creamy hummus garnished with pomegranate seeds and olive oil, baba ganoush made of roasted eggplant, tahina and garlic or the walnut, red-pepper and pomegranate mouhamara and is best enjoyed with piping hot Arabic bread. Add to this exotic fare a generous serving of green and black olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled beets, carrots and gOing Out

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turnips and you have a feast fit for a king!

As the meal progresses, heartier savoury dishes are served. Succulent shish kebabs, tender morsels of spiced lamb or chicken cooked over a charcoal fire and skewers of mince are typical of an Arabic main course.

Some popular Arabian specialties are: Arabic bread: Unique to this region is the oval flat bread served with just about every meal. Best enjoyed piping hot it lends itself to a variety of eating options: toasted and stuffed with slivers of roasted lamb and crunchy vegetables, dipped in hummus and baba ganoush or even ‘opened’ to form a pocket for meat, salad and falafel.

Baba ganoush: Grilled aubergines, garlic, tahina, lemon juice and olive oil are mixed to form a coarse dip.

Falafel: Made of ground chickpeas, onions and spices, falafel patties are deep fried and can be served with a variety of dips or rolled into bread.

Fattoush: Lettuce, cucumber and other greens dressed in mint, lemon and olive oil, served with toasted flakes of Arabic bread.

Hummus: Chickpeas, tahina or sesame seed paste, olive oil, garlic and lemon are mashed together to yield a buttery dip.

Garnished with pine nuts, pomegranate seeds, parsley, cumin and chilli powder, it is the star of every mezze platter.

Tabouleh: A great alternative to traditional salads, this is a tasty mix of cracked wheat and chopped mint and parsley.

Batheeth: Freshly ripened dates served with a sauce.

Balaleet: A breakfast staple of fine pasta made from eggs, onions, cinnamon and sugar.

Fareed: Carrots, potatoes, marrow, chicken or lamb are combined to form a stew that is then poured over a bed of regarg or pieces of very thin bread. Best when served piping hot, this is a Ramadan special.

Harees: Cubes of meat, cracked wheat and water are placed in a large mud pot and cooked on a slow flame till the meat is tender. The ingredients are the blended together till a thick porridge-like consistency is achieved.

Khabeesah: A sweet dish made from roasted flour, water, sugar and saffron.

Khamir: Thick bread, served with honey and date syrup.

Lukaimat: Deep-fried light dough balls served with date syrup.

Machboos: One of the most popular lunch dishes, machboos is an elaborate preparation of slow-cooked lamb or chicken with spices, dried lemon, rice and onion. The meat is boiled with the all the ingredients except rice and cooked until tender. The meat is then taken out and rice is added to the ingredients and cooked. Once the rice is done, the meat is returned to the pot and simmered for another two hours.

Mohalla: Flat bread eaten with honey and date syrup, mohalla is a breakfast favourite.

DINNER CRUISES

Healthy and wholesome, some of the renowned main courses of a local Emirati meal are: Asseada: Local dessert made from semolina and spiced with saffron. gOing Out

Great views, sumptuous food – a dinner cruise along the Dubai Creek is doubly satisfying. Some cruises even throw in live entertainment to pep up the evening.

Al Mansour dhow: A traditional sailing

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vessel, Al Mansour dhow is owned and managed by the Radisson Blu Hotel.

Moored opposite the hotel, Al Mansour offers evening cruises that include a fullservice bar, fine dining and live music.

Private and group bookings can be made on Al Mansour.

Bateaux Dubai: As inspiring as the city it traverses in, a cruise aboard the elegant Bateaux Dubai is a must for visitors.

Serving gourmet cuisine and exclusive beverages in a modern and luxurious setting with personalised service and fabulous music, the Bateaux Dubai is a superlative experience. The vessel can even be chartered for private events. gOing Out

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Dubai Dhow cruise: Live musical entertainment, henna artists and a buffet dinner serving continental and Oriental cuisine are the highlights of a cruise aboard the traditionally decorated Dubai Dhow. Bookings can be made through tour operators.

LOCAL SNACKS

Dubai’s street food is just as popular as its gourmet cuisine. Hygienic and delicious, feel the local pulse by taking a bite of these: Shawarma: A flatbread stuffed with grilled chicken or lamb, the shawarma is the Middle East’s answer to the burrito or taco. Extra lean meat is marinated for several hours and then packed tightly on a vertical spit to resemble a tower or cone. The spit automatically turns slowly over a hot flame, gradually cooking the meat. Thin slivers of the cooked meat are sliced to order, and garnished with chopped vegetables and garlic mayonnaise then rolled inside a pocket of bread. A shawarma is one of the easiest and tastiest

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Arabic snacks to take on the run. Pick up a shawarma today at any café in Karama, Bur Dubai and Deira, for just a few dirhams.

Spit-roasted chicken: Best eaten piping hot with Arabic bread and creamy hummus, roasted chicken is another local favourite.

Some cafés also sell chicken halves.

Juice bars: With mounds of apples, oranges, mangoes, carrots, kiwi fruits, avocados, grapes, spinach and celery stalks displayed on their counters, Dubai’s juice bars are easily recognised. Freshly squeezed, crushed and blended fruit and vegetable juices are popular refreshments, and numerous juice bars around town, particularly in Bur Dubai and Karama, offer a delicious range of smoothies.

Indian snacks: Many cafés in Bur Dubai and Karama offer lip-smacking Indian snacks. Some popular Indian bites are: sev puri (sweet, sour and spicy chutney over potatoes on a crisp base), bhel puri (puffed rice with potatoes and a tangy tamarind sauce) dahi batata puri (small deep-fried dough balls served with mashed potatoes, spicy green chutney, sweet tamarind red chutney and topped with sev or crispy chickpea flour noodles and yogurt) and pani puri (stuffed deep-fried dough dipped in a watery mixture of tamarind, chilli, chaat masala, potato, onion and chickpeas).

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RestauRants

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An explanation of the symbols or icons listed on individual review pages is detailed below: QUICK REFERENCE

Dress Smartly Live Entertainment Reservation Recommended Children Welcome Wheelchair Facility Serves Alcohol Outside Terrace

ARABIAN/MIDDLE EASTERN AL HADHEERAH, BAB AL SHAMS DESERT RESORT AND SpA

Recreating the magic of a Bedouin encampment, Al Hadheerah is an open air restaurant complete with shaded courtyards, walkways, water features, live music, falconry displays and camel and horse treks. Cooked the traditional way in wood-fired ovens and spit roasts, the Arabic cuisine is mouthwatering. www.meydanhotels.com AL IWAN, BURj AL ARAB

Offering the most luxurious Arabic meal in the city, Iwan is renowned for its hammour (grouper) and shish taouk (skewered grilled chicken). Apart from the stellar menu, the restaurant’s interiors are also designed to impress – set in the heart of the world’s tallest atrium, flanked by golden columns and the Arabian Sea framed in its windows. www.jumeirah.com AL DAWAAR, HYATT REgENCY, DEIRA

Vegetarian Dishes Available Timings change according to the season and typically kitchens will close 30 minutes to one hour before a restaurant closes. going out

Dubai’s first rotating restaurant, Al Dawaar marries warm Arabic tones with a chic contemporary feel. Savour local dishes such as aishu laham, lamb biryani, ouzi meshawi and harees. www.dubai.regency.hyatt.com

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EWAAN, THE pALACE DOWNTOWN BURj KHALIFA

The regal arches and wooden trellis bear eloquent witness to its Arabian inspiration. Equally Arabian in concept are its live cooking stations and extensive buffets, which serve authentic Arabic and Oriental cuisine. Guests can choose to sit on the outdoor terrace or opt for a cozy dinner in the private dining alcoves. www.theaddress.com

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MARRAKECH, SHANgRI-LA HOTEL DUBAI

Sublime roasted baby lamb, aromatic lemon and garlic chicken and the gourmet pastilla bil hamam – a concoction of pigeon meat, crushed almonds, runny egg and honey – Marrakech does refined and elegant Moroccan dining effortlessly. www.shangri-la.com ANAR, SOUK MADINAT jUMEIRAH

AL MAKAN, SOUK MADINAT jUMEIRAH

Boasting great ambience next to the Madinat’s waterways, Anar graces Set in one of Dubai’s prettiest locations your table with great Iranian cuisine.

– nestled near the Burj Al Arab and the Just one bite of the kofte Anar (tender Madinat Amphitheatre, Al Makan offers meatballs drizzled with sauce) and a chance to sample true local dishes Zereshk (saffron flavoured rice) will have within picturesque settings. Don’t miss you planning your next trip here. the arayssia chicken served with ladles of www.jumeirah.com or yellow rice. call 04 368 6505 www.jumeirah.com or call 04 368 6593 TAgINE, ONE&ONLY ROYAL MIRAgE pLATO’S, ATLANTIS – THE pALM

To indulge in a connoisseur’s collection of coffees, teas, traditional pastries or even exquisite after-dinner drinks, visit Plato – a traditional yet elegant Arabian coffee house found just off the Royal Towers Lobby of the Atlantis, the Palm. www.atlantisthepalm.com

Reminiscent of an old home in Marrakech, Tagine’s lanterns, rugs and traditional Moroccan trinkets, which adorn its tobacco-coloured interiors, present diners with more than just a taste of Morocco. The roasted lamb shoulder and harira soup ensure repeat visits. Tagine is open for dinner only. www.oneandonlyresorts.com gOing Out

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INDIAN AANgAN, DHOW pALACE HOTEL

Featuring kebabs and curries created from freshly ground and blended spices and herbs, Aangan dishes out truly exotic Indian cuisine. www.dhowpalacedubai.com ARMANI/ AMAL, ARMANI HOTEL, DOWNTOWN DUBAI

Dining at Amal leaves you satisfied in more ways than one – fresh and innovative regional Indian cuisine, exotic curries prepared right next to your table, an exciting beverage list and stunning views of the Dubai Fountain. Absolute bliss! www.dubai.armanihotels.com BOMBAY BY THE BAY, jUMEIRAH BEACH RESIDENCE, NEAR THE WALK

Serving an impressive menu that not only touches on south, north and coastal Indian fare, Bombay by the Bay also inventive in its cuisine. The black pepper tandoori chicken is worth a try.

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Indian cuisine with a twist. Takatak is a typical Lahori dish that is named after the sound that a spatula makes when it hits the tava (a large, flat or slightly concave disc-shaped griddle) to break the meat morsels and turn the masala (a blend of ground spices). www.aviationclub.ae

INTERNATIONAL pORTUgAL gENUINE pIRI pIRI RESTAURANT, SEAvIEW HOTEL, BUR DUBAI

Conjure up authentic images of Lisbon while visiting this charming restaurant that sports a countryside tavern look. The flavour of buttery clams, succulent chicken wings and entrecote steak served to the notes of a fado singer serenading the guests make this a memorable Portugese meal.

Call: 04 355 8080

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AT.MOSpHERE, THE BURj KHALIFA, DOWNTOWN DUBAI

At.mosphere’s first claim to fame is its address, the 122nd floor of the Burj Khalifa – the world’s tallest building.

But the accolades don’t stop there. As superlative as its address are its dining options. Guests can choose to dine at The Grill or simply relax at The Lounge. www.atmosphereburjkhalifa.com TRAITEUR, pARK HYATT DUBAI

High ceilings and plenty of natural light pouring in through the large windows that overlook the majestic creek, this French stalwart lovingly prepares delectable cuisine.

Snails in rich garlic butter, squash risotto, foie grass crème brulée and shaved truffles and cheese are highly recommended. www.dubai.park.hyatt.com THE IRISH vILLAgE, THE AvIATION CLUB

The Irish village brings together great food and lively foot-taping music and encourages friendly conversation. Enjoy traditional Irish fare such as smoked salmon with tangy tomato chutney, deep-fried mushrooms in Guinness batter and homemade Irish stew.

Some nights, tribute bands treat pub guests to performances on a stage built over an ornamental lake. www.aviationclub.ae

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BICE, HILTON jUMEIRAH, DUBAI MARINA

Elegant and sophisticated settings, vibrant ambience and excellent classic Italian fare make BiCE worth your money. Delicious seafood grills and indulgent desserts are the highlights of the meal. www.jumeirah.com

ASIAN THIpTARA, THE pALACE, THE OLD TOWN, DOWNTOWN DUBAI

With elegant, simple Thai-influenced décor, Thiptara offers a refined menu comprising delicious curries and fish dishes. The steamed sea bass with lime and chilli is light and zingy while the sublime seafood green curry is loaded with scallops, prawns and mussels. www.theaddress.com M’S SEAFOOD BISTRO, LE MEREDIEN, gARHOUD

The perfect combination of great food, atmosphere and service, M serves the finest from the sea: prawns, cod, squid and lobster. www.msseafoodbistro-dubai.com HUKAMA, THE ADDRESS, DOWNTOWN BURj DUBAI

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prolific offerings of Hukama, the Chinese bistro at The Address, Downtown Burj Khalifa. www.theaddress.com

ZUMA, DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE

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Zuma offers contemporary Japanese food, which is inspired by the izakaya philosophy of Japanese informal dining. The menu has delights such as crispy fried squid with green chillies and lime, robata or charcoal-grilled items such as shitake mushrooms and Wagyu beef and house specialities including seared miso-marinated foie gras and crispy lemon sole with spicy ponzu sauce. www.zumarestaurant.com

Serving one of the most labour-intensive cuisines in the world, Dae Jang’s Korean fare is an exotic balance of warm and cold, hot and mild and solid and liquid.

Tuck into meticulously prepared banchan accompanied by kimchi (fermented spicy vegetable pickle) and steamed rice served with Korean soju or ginseng tea. www.royalascothotel-dubai.com SHANg pALACE, SHANgRI-LA HOTEL DUBAI

CELEBRITY-CHEF RESTAURANTS

Convinced by Dubai’s passion for elite food, gourmet stalwarts such as Gary Rhodes and Nobu Matsuhisa have brought their own inimitable style and flavours to the city’s flourishing dining scene.

Delicately poached fish with Szechuan peppercorns, steaming dim sum, delicious MAYA, Peking duck and crispy stir-fried vegetables LE ROYAL MERIDIEN BEACH RESORT – exquisite Cantonese pleasure bites AND SpA served exclusively at the Shang Palace. www.shangri-la.com Richard Sandoval stirs up a Latin storm OKKU, with his classic sizzling fajitas and signature modern Mexican cuisine that blends authentic THE H HOTEL Mexican flavours with culinary techniques. www.richardsandoval.com Although extensive, Okku’s menu is designed with sharing in mind – generous portions of NOBU, crunchy soft shell crab and spicy rock shrimp ATLANTIS THE pALM followed by traditional skewers of chicken yakitori and juicy shitake mushrooms, melt-inthe-mouth Wagyu beef and black cod.

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influences to redefine Japanese cuisine.

The interiors are a harmonious mix of traditional and modern Japanese elements, creating a distinctly urban experience. www.atlantisthepalm.com RONDA LOCATELLI, ATLANTIS THE pALM

Ronda’s epicurean offerings trace their roots to classic Italian cuisine, blended with new flavours created in partnership with Italian celebrity chef Giorgio Locatelli. Think freshly baked pizzas, breads and al forno dishes prepared in wood-fired ovens. www.atlantisthepalm.com ROSTANg, ATLANTIS THE pALM

Experience Parisian chic all day long at this brasserie that boasts a fresh seafood bar, a patisserie of sublime delicacies and classic French cuisine. Traditional specialities are served with a modern twist under the watchful eye of talented two-star Michelin chef Michel Rostang. www.atlantisthepalm.com SIgNATURE, MELIA DUBAI

New celebrity chef in town, Sanjeev Kapoor innovates with every dish, offering authentic Indian specialties with a twist. Here, dishes steeped in tradition are transformed for a unique experience in modern gastronomy. www.melia-dubai.com gOing Out

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48 HOuRs In DuBaI

We show you how to make the most out of your two-day stay in this desert wonderland:

DAY ONE BEACHCOMBER

Start your day watching the sun rise over the city’s pristine beaches. The powder white sand, crystal blue waters and 360-degree views of the city's extraordinary skyline – from the fairytale silhouette of the Atlantis hotel complex rising from the sea, to Dubai's skyscraper corridors – we guarantee you’ve see nothing like this!

Not satisfied by just shore views?

Book a scuba dive – the perfect way to marvel at the city’s reefs and corals. The city’s tour operators also offer tailormade packages that include jet–skiing, parasailing, wakeboarding, sailing, deepsea fishing and cruising. Indulge in the ultimate water luxury by chartering a yacht or boat. Several of the city’s tour operators offer yacht rentals that come complete with a trained crew, fishing equipment and refreshments.

MALL MANIA

Want to be awestruck? One visit to Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates helps you cover some of the city’s most exciting and famous landmarks.

Start at Dubai Mall – the world’s largest shopping, entertainment and leisure destination. It boasts over 1,000 retail outlets that include top brands such as Bloomingdales, Galleries Lafayette, Chanel, Louis Vuitton; a gold souk; KidZania – the region’s first edutainment centre; SEGA Republic; the Olympic-sized gOing Out

Dubai Ice Rink and a 22-screen cinema.

The centrepiece of the mall is the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo that shelters more than 33,000 marine animals including 400 sharks and rays.

Visitors can walk through the 270 degree acrylic tunnel or simply peer in from the aquarium’s viewing panel, the largest in the world. The mall’s waterfront promenade offers a stunning view of the spectacular Dubai Fountain – the world’s largest dancing fountain.

Offering another superlative shopping experience is the Mall of the Emirates – winner of the nation’s “Best Mall” award.

The mall showcases more than 500 international brands that retail fashion, lifestyle, sports, electronics and home furnishing products. Its super stylish Fashion Dome features flagship stores such as Louis Vuitton, Paul Smith and Diane von Furstenberg. In addition the mall is also home to Ski Dubai – the region’s only indoor skiing resort.

SpA BREAK

End your whirlwind day by indulging in a pampering spa treatment. The city has a number of sensual spas that offer an array of therapies to calm the mind and soothe the body. The Spa at The Palace – The Old Town is one of Dubai’s most exclusive relaxation and rejuvenation space. Its oriental treatments are guaranteed to rejuvenate and energise both the mind and body.

Experience Dubai from its heart.

Experience it at Al Ghurair Rayhaan and Al Ghurair Arjaan by Rotana.

The new hospitality landmarks in the heart of Dubai, Al Ghurair Arjaan by Rotana, a deluxe hotel apartments and Al Ghurair Rayhaan

by Rotana, a 5 star hotel.

Ideally positioned a few kilometers from Dubai International Airport, a stone’s throw from Dubai Creek, easy walking distance to Union Metro Station and attached to Al Ghurair Centre, these two landmarks feature 620 stunning rooms and suites, 6 meeting rooms and a beautiful Ballroom.

This is in addition to a wide choice of dining venues, Bodylines leisure & fitness club, outdoor swimming pools and Zen the spa at Rotana with a myriad of treatments that promote wellness and relaxation.

For your booking and reservations, please call +971 4 293 3000 or visit rotana.com

P.O.Box 185051, Dubai U.A.E, T:+971 (0)4 293 3000, F:+971 (0)4 293 3555, alghurair.rayhaan@rotana.com

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DHOW DINNER CRUISE

SOUK IT Up

Stunning views of the city’s skyline along the Dubai Creek accompanied by fine dining and live musical entertainment are made possible by a dinner cruise along the creek. Offered by a number of tour operators across the city, including Bateaux Dubai, a dhow dinner cruise guarantees a magical evening.

Dubai’s colourful and multifarious souks are perfect for picking up souvenirs.

Choose from reams of fabrics, dallahs (traditional coffee pots), traditional jewellery, oil-based fragrances, fragrant spices, preserved dates or Iranian, Afghani and Kashmiri carpets. Reminiscent of an Arabian marketplace, Souk Madinat Jumeirah is an architectural gem featuring a series of waterways. An abra tour along its waterways is the perfect way to see this magnificent edifice.

DAY TWO CULTURAL TOUR

On the second day of your stopover, delve into Dubai’s cultural canvas. Start at Al Bastakiya, the oldest residential area of the city, famous for its traditional wind tower houses and narrow winding lanes.

Now a heritage site, Bastakiya is located in the eastern part of Bur Dubai along the Dubai Creek. Engage in the traditional Arabic art of calligraphy in House 118 or make your own gypsum art at the gypsum workshops at the Restoration House. Art enthusiast can visit the three art centres – the Majlis, XVA and Art Connection galleries at Bastakiya. The Coins Museum at Bastakiya is a point of interest too. One of the cultural breakfasts organised by the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding is a great way to have any queries about Dubai answered. Hosted

by UAE nationals, these meals provide a wealth of information about the city. Visitors can also take walking tours of the historically restored wind tower area. Spend the evening at the Bastakiah Nights restaurant, snacking on hummus, freshly baked Arabic bread and a glass of cool pomegranate juice. The Basta Art Café serves refreshing coffee and lime-and-mint drinks too. gOing Out

DESERT SAFARI

The true taste of Arabia lies in the heart of its deserts. Book a half day safari with any of the city’s tour operators and ride on the back of a camel, go dune bashing, desert driving or sand boarding. A hot air balloon ride can also be booked as a part of the safari. As the sun goes down, the desert comes to life. Desert safari guests are led to a traditional Bedouin camp for pots of fragrant kahwa or coffee, Arabic pastries and preserved dates before being served a splendid dinner of fresh mezze and aromatic lamb, chicken and kebabs roasted on an open wood fire.

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Al Bustan Rotana Hotel PO Box 30880 Tel: 2820000, Fax: 2828100 reservations.albustan@rotana.com www.Rotana.com

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Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa PO Box 8168 Tel: 809 6100, Fax: 832 6698 bas.reservations@meydanhotels.com www.meydanhotels.com

Tel: 332 5555, Fax: 311 8875 DBIReservations@fairmont.com www.fairmont.com/dubai  Fairmont the Palm Hotel PO Box 72413 Tel: 457 3388, Fax: 457 3399 palm.reservations@fairmont.com http://www.fairmont.com/palm-dubai/

Bonnington Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Tower PO Box 37246 Tel: 356 0000, Fax: 356 0400 reservations@bonningtontower.com www.bonningtontower.com

Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa PO Box 118887 Tel: 8329900, Fax: 832 9211 Crowne Plaza reservation.almaha@luxurycollection.com Dubai Festival City www.Luxurycollection.com/almaha PO Box 7189 Tel: 701 2222, Fax: 232 9097  reservations@ichdfc.ae Al Murooj Rotana Hotel PO Box: 117546 www.crowneplaza.com Tel: 321 1111, Fax: 307 3410 res.almurooj@rotana.com Crowne Plaza Deira PO Box 8668 www.rotana.com Tel: 262 5555, Fax: 269 7358  cpdeira.reservations@ihg.com Al Qasr Hotel PO Box 75157 www.crowneplaza.com Tel: 366 6574, Fax: 366 6569 reservations@jumeirah.com Crowne Plaza Dubai PO Box: 23215 www.jumeirah.com Tel: 331 1111, Fax: 331 4955 reservations.cpdubai@ihg.com Armani Hotel Dubai www.crowneplaza.com/dubai PO Box 888333 Tel: 888 3888, Fax: 888 3777 Dar Al Masyaf Hotel reservations.dubai@armanihotels.com PO box 75157 www.armanihotels.com Tel: 366 6574, Fax: 366 6569 reservations@jumeirah.com Asiana Hotel www.jumeirah.com PO Box 4483 Tel: 238 7777, Fax: 238 7776 Dubai Marine Beach reservations@asianahoteldubai.com Resort & Spa www.asianahoteldubai.com PO Box 5182  Tel: 346 1111, Fax: 346 0234 Atlantis Palm Jumeirah Hotel & Resort reservations@dxbmarine.com PO Box 211222 www.dxbmarine.com Tel: 426 0807, Fax: 426 0000 reservations@atlantisthepalm.com Dusit Thani Dubai PO Box 23335 www.atlantisthepalm.com Tel: 343 3333, Fax: 343 3352 reservations.dtdu@dusit.com Auris Plaza Hotel dusitthanidubai.dusit.com PO Box 390531 Tel: 455 4800, Fax: 455 8929 Fairmont Hotel Dubai reservation.plaza@auris-hotels.com PO Box 97555 www.auris-hotels.com

 Grand Hyatt Dubai PO Box 7978 Tel: 317 1234, Fax: 317 1235 reservations.grandhyattdubai@hyatt.com www.dubai.grand.hyatt.com

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Grand Millennium Dubai PO Box 212422 Tel: 429 9999, Fax 422 5608 reservations@grandmill-dubai.com www.grandmillenniumdubai.com

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 Grosvenor House Dubai PO Box 118500 Tel: 399 8888, Fax: 399 8444 reservations.lrmgh@starwoodhotels.com www.luxurycollection.com/ grosvenorhouse Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa PO Box 24454 Tel: 399 5000, Fax: 399 4547 res.grandjumeirah@habtoorhotels.com www.grandjumeirah.habtoorhotels.com Hilton Dubai Creek PO Box 3398 Tel: 227 1111, Fax: 2271131 reservations.dubai@hilton.com www.hilton.com

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Hilton Dubai Jumeirah PO Box 2431 Tel: 399 1111, Fax: 399 1112 reservations.dubai@hilton.com www.hilton.com Hyatt Regency Dubai PO Box 5588 Tel: 2091 234, Fax: 209 1235 reservations.hyattregencydubai@ hyatt.com www.dubai.regency.hyatt.com

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Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel PO Box 211508 Tel: 444 0000, Fax: 444 0001 reservations.ibnbattuta@moevenpick.com www.moevenpick-dubai-ibnbattuta.com InterContintental – Dubai Festival City PO Box 45777 Tel: 701 1111, Fax: 232 9095 reservations@ichdfc.ae www.intercontinental.com Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa PO Box 9255 Tel: 814 5555, Fax: 883 4391 jagrsrev@jaihotels.com www.jebelali-international.com Jumeirah Beach Hotel PO Box: 11416 Tel: 348 0000, Fax: 301 6800 reservations@jumeirah.com www.jumeirah.com

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JW Marriott Marquis Hotel PO Box 121000 Tel: 414 0000, Fax: 414 0001 mhrs.dxbjw.reservation@marriott.com www.jwmarriottmarquisdubai.com accommodation

 Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & SPA PO Box 24970 Tel: 399 5555, Fax: 399 5999 reservations.lrmgh@starwoodhotels.com www.lemeridien.com/royaldubai 

Meliá Hotel PO Box 116656 Tel: 386 8111, Fax: 386 8222 reservations.melia.dubai@melia.com www.melia-dubai.com

Moevenpick - Bur Dubai PO Box 32733 Tel: 336 6000, Fax: 336 6626

 Moevenpick Hotel Deira PO Box 234344 Tel: 444 0111, Fax: 444 0112 reservations.deira@moevenpick.com www.moevenpick-hotels.com Movenpick Hotel – Jumeirah Beach PO Box 282825 Tel: 449 8888, Fax: 449 8889 hotel.jumeirahbeach.reservation@ moevenpick.com www.moevenpick-jumeirahbeach.com One & Only Royal Mirage Dubai  PO Box 37252 Tel: 399 9999, Fax: 399 9998 reservations@oneandonlyroyalmirage.ae www.oneandonlyroyalmirage.com

 Park Hyatt Dubai PO Box 2822 Tel: 602 1234, Fax: 602 1235 reservations.parkhyattdubai@hyatt.com www.dubai.park.hyatt.com Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel PO Box 8264 Tel: 377 1111, Fax: 357 4477 reservations@parkregisdubai.com www.parkregisdubai.com

Millennium Plaza Hotel PO Box 191055 Tel: 387 7777, Fax: 387 7778 reservations@mill-plazadubai.com www.millenniumhotels.com Mina A Salam Hotel PO Box 75157 Tel: 366 6111, Fax: 366 7788 reservations@jumeirah.com www.Jumeirah.Com

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One&Only The Palm PO Box 114843 Tel: 440 1010, FaX: 440 1011 reservations@oneandonlythepalm.com www.oneandonlythepalm.com

Metropolitan Palace Hotel PO Box 56262 Tel: 227 0000, Fax: 205 1357 res.palacedubai@habtoorhotels.com www.habtoorhotels.com

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray PO Box 27722 Tel: 453 0000, Fax: 453 0001 jzsreservations@jumeirah.com www.Jumeirahzabeelsaray.com JW Marriott Hotel PO Box 16590 Tel: 262 4444, Fax: 262 6244 jwdubai.reservation@marriott.com www.jwmarriottdubai.com

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 Le Meridien Dubai PO Box 10001 Tel: 217 0000, Fax: 282 5540 reservations.lmdubai@lemeridien.com www.lemeridien.com/dubai

Media Rotana - Dubai PO Box 503030 Tel: 435 0000, Fax: 435 0011 res.media@rotana.com www.rotana.com

Jumeirah Creekside Hotel PO Box 78377, Tel: 230 8555, Fax: 230 8556 reservations@jumeirah.com www.jumeirah.com Jumeirah Emirates Towers PO Box 72127 Tel: 330 0000, Fax: 330 3030 jetreservations@jumeirah.com www.jumeirahemiratestowers.com

Kempinski Hotel Mall of The Emirates PO Box 120679 Tel: 341 0000, Fax: 409 5013 reservations.malloftheemirates@ kempinski.com www.kempinski-dubai.com

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Pullman Mall of the Emirates Dubai PO Box 450309 Tel: 377 2000, Fax: 377 2001 h7337@accor.com www.pullmanhotels.com

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 Radisson Royal Hotel PO Box 9940 Tel: 308 0000, Fax: 308 0011 reservations.royaldubai@radissonblu.com www.radissonblu.com/royalhotel-dubai

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Raffles Dubai PO Box 121800 Tel: 324 8888, Fax: 327 9373 bookus.dubai@raffles.com www.raffles.com/dubai

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The Address Dubai Marina PO Box 32923 Tel: 436 7777, Fax: 436 7788 stay@theaddress.com www.theaddress.com

Rixos The Palm Dubai PO Box 18652, Tel: 457 5555, Fax: 368 6697 reservation.dubai@rixos.com www.rixos.com Samaya Hotel Deira PO Box 88449 Tel: 703 3333, Fax: 703 3344 reservations@samayahotel.com www.samayahotel.com Shangri-La Hotel Dubai PO Box 75880 Tel: 343 8888, Fax: 343 8886 reservations.sldb@shangri-la.com www.shangri-la.com

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 Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers PO Box 4250 Tel: 228 1111, Fax: 221 3468 reservationsdubaiuae@sheraton.com www.sheratondubaicreek.com Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Hotel  PO Box 53567 Tel: 399 5533, Fax: 399 5577 Jumeira.reservations@sheraton.com www.sheratonjumeirahbeach.com Sofitel - Dubai Jumeirah Beach PO Box 473828 Tel: 448 4848, Fax: 432 8456 h6146@sofitel.com www.sofitel.com Taj Palace Hotel - Dubai PO Box 42211 Tel: 223 2222, Fax: 227 8222 tphreservations.dxb@tajhotels.com www.tajhotels.com The Address Downtown Dubai PO Box 123234 Tel: 436 8888, Fax: 436 8880 stay@theaddress.com www.theaddress.com

The Address Dubai Mall PO Box 31166 Tel: 438 8888, Fax: 438 7888 stay@theaddress.com www.theaddress.com

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The Address Montgomerie PO Box 36700 Tel: 390 5600, Fax: 360 8981 stay@theaddress.com www.theaddress.com

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The Meydan Hotel  PO Box 9305 Tel: 381 3333, Fax: 381 3344 meydanreservations@meydanhotels. com www.meydanhotels.com The Palace - The Old Town Hotel  PO Box 9770 Tel: 428 7888, Fax: 428 7999 stay@theaddress.com www.theaddress.com The Ritz-Carlton – Dubai  International Financial Center PO Box 482032 Tel: 372 2222, Fax: 372 2837 reservations.dubaidifc@ritzcarlton.com www.ritzcarlton.com/dubaiifc The Ritz-Carlton Dubai PO Box 26525 Tel: 399 4000, Fax: 399 4001 reservation.dubai@ritzcarlton.com www.ritzcarlton.com/dubai

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The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina PO Box 213084 Tel: 399 4141, Fax 399 4003 reservations.dubai@westin.com www.westinminaseyahi.com

FoUr-star hotels +971 4 Al Hamra Hotel PO Box 82082 Tel: 260 9000, Fax: 260 9011 reservation@alhamrahoteldubai.net www.alhamrahoteldubai.net Al Jawhara Gardens Hotel PO Box 121711 Tel: 210 7777, Fax: 210 7711 reservation@aljawharahotel.com www.jawhara.ae

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Al Khaleej Palace Hotel PO Box 3720 Tel: 223 1000, Fax: 221 1293 reservations@alkhaleejhotels.ae www.alkhaleejhotels.ae

The H Hotel PO Box 125511 Tel: 501 8888, Fax: 501 8859 reservations@h-hotel.com www.h-hotel.com

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Al Manzil Hotel PO Box 114822 Tel: 428 5888, Fax: 428 5999 reservations@almanzilhotel.ae www.almanzilhotel.ae

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Amwaj Rotana Hotel and Resort PO Box 86834 Tel: 428 2000, Fax: 428 3005 reservations.amwaj@rotana.com www.rotana.com Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa PO Box 46500 Tel: 3519111, Fax: 351 7744 info@arabiancourtyard.com www.arabiancourtyard.com

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Ascot Hotel PO Box 52555 Tel: 352 0900, Fax: 352 1035 info@ascothoteldubai.com www.ascothoteldubai.com Avari Dubai Hotel PO Box 50400 Tel: 295 6666, Fax: 295 9659 reservations@avari-dubai.ae www.avari.com

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 Avenue Hotel PO Box 182244 Tel: 297 0808, Fax: 265 3925 reservations@avenuehoteldubai.com www.avenuehoteldubai.com accommodation

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Boutique7 Hotel & Suites PO Box 40046 Tel: 434 5555, Fax: 434 5500 reservations@boutique7.ae www.boutique7.ae

Cosmopolitan Hotel PO Box 38250 Tel: 376 2222, Fax: 376 2223 reservations@dubaicosmopolitan.com www.dubaicosmopolitan.com

Byblos Dubai Hotel PO Box 500234 Tel: 448 8000, Fax: 448 8088 reservation@bybloshoteldubai.com www.bybloshoteldubai.com

Courtyard by Marriott Green Community Dubai PO Box 63845 Tel: 885 2222, Fax: 885 2525 cy.dxbcy.reservation@courtyard.com www.cydubaigreencommunity.com

Capitol Hotel PO Box 33228 Tel: 346 0111, Fax: 346 0333 reservation@capitol-hotel.com www.capitol-hotel.com Carlton Tower Hotel PO Box 1955 Tel: 222 7111, Fax: 222 8249 reservation@carltontower.net www.carltontower.net

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Cassells Al Barsha Hotel PO Box 114400 Tel: 408 4777, Fax: 408 4771 reservation@cassellsalbarshahotel.com www.cassellsalbarshahotel.com City Seasons Hotel PO Box 182002 Tel: 294 2777, Fax: 294 2714 reserve@cityseasonshotel.com www.cityseasonsgroup.com Copthorne Hotel Dubai PO Box 119311 Tel: 295 0500, Fax: 295 0551 reservations@cop-dubai.com www.millenniumhotels.com Coral Deira Hotel PO Box 82999 Tel: 224 8587, Fax: 221 7033 reservations@coral-deira.com www.coral-deira.com Coral Oriental Hotel PO Box 83252 Tel: 228 1999, Fax: 228 1997 reservations@coral-orientaldubai.com www.coral-orientaldubai.com accommodation

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Delmon Palace Hotel PO Box 21969 Tel: 222 2333, Fax: 222 3777 reservation@delmonpalace.ae www.delmonpalace.ae

boutiquereservations@ fortunegroupofhotels.com www.fortunegroupofhotels.com Fortune Grand Hotel PO Box 98661 Tel: 271 9998, Fax: 271 4477 reservations@fortune-hotels.net www.fortune-hotels.net

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Dhow Palace Hotel 1 PO Box 21545 Tel: 359 9992, Fax: 359 5511 reservations@dhowpalacedubai.com www.dhowpalacedubai.com Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites PO Box 66662 Tel: 319 4000, Fax: 319 4006 mhrs.dxbhr.rooms.reservation@ marriott.com www.marriott.com Emirates Concorde Hotel & Residence PO Box 64225 Tel: 223 0003, Fax: 227 0888 reservation@emiratesconcorde.com www.emiratesconcorde.com Emirates Grand Hotel  PO Box 116957 Tel: 323 0000, Fax: 323 0003 reservations@emiratesgrandhotel.com www.emiratesgrandhotel.com Flora Grand Hotel PO Box 120328 Tel: 230 9999, Fax: 229 8237 grandreservations@florahospitality.com www.florahospitality.com Fortune Boutique Hotel PO Box 49185 Tel: 273 5555, Fax: 273 9600

Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai PO Box 33196 Tel: 397 7444, Fax: 397 7040 reservations.fps@fourpoints.com www.fourpoints.com/burdubai Four Points by Sheraton Downtown - Dubai PO Box 116162 Tel: 354 3333, Fax: 354 3111 reservations.downtowndubai@ fourpoints.com www.fourpoints.com/downtowndubai Four Points By Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road - Dubai PO Box 116162 Tel: 323 0333, Fax: 323 0343 reservations.szrdubai@fourpoints.com www.fourpointssheikhzayedroad.com Gloria Hotel PO Box 502222 Tel: 399 6666, Fax: 399 6000 reservations@gloriahoteldubai.com www.gloriahoteldubai.com Golden Tulip Hotel - Al Barsha PO Box 125962 Tel: 341 7750, Fax: 341 7751 reservations@goldentulipalbarsha.com www.goldentulipalbarsha.com  Grand Central Hotel PO Box 185722 Tel: 299 9977, Fax: 298 0333 reservations@grandcentraldxb.com www.grandcentralhoteldubai.com Grand Excelsior Hotel – Al Barsha  PO Box 214343 Tel: 444 9999, Fax: 444 9998 reservations@grandexcelsior.ae www.grandexcelsior.ae

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Hallmark Hotel PO Box 64264 Tel: 222 1999, Fax: 222 2332 reservations.hmh@etastarhospitality.com www.etastarhospitality.com Hatta Fort Hotel PO Box 9277 Tel: 809 9333, Fax: 852 3561 hfh@jaihotels.com www.hattaforthotel.com

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 Le Meridien Fairway PO Box 36400 Tel: 608 5000, Fax: 2823030 reservations.lmdubai@lemeridien.com www.lemeridien.com/fairway  Lotus Hotel PO Box 63833 Tel: 227 8888, Fax: 228 0840 reservationslh@lotus-hospitality.com www.lotus-hospitality.com

 Holiday Inn Al Barsha Hotel PO Box 115443 Tel: 323 4333, Fax: 323 4334 reservations@hialbarsha.com www.holidayinn.com/dubaialbarsha

Majestic Hotel Tower Dubai PO Box 122235 Tel: 501 2601, Fax: 355 8992 reservations@dubaimajestic.com www.dubaimajestic.com

Holiday Inn Bur Dubai Hotel PO Box 111454 Tel: 357 2999, Fax: 357 2555 hiburdubai.info@ihg.com www.holidayinn.com/burdubai

Marco Polo Hotel PO Box 25570 Tel: 272 0000, Fax: 272 2772 reservation@marcopolohotel.net www.marcopolohotel.net

Holiday Inn Downtown PO Box 29499 Tel: 228 8889, Fax: 228 0033 rsvn@hidubai.ae www.holidayinn.com

Marina Byblos Hotel PO Box 123223 Tel: 448 8222, Fax: 448 8220 reservation@marinabybloshotel.com www.marinabybloshotel.com

Hues Boutique Hotel PO Box 5245 Tel: 236 5566, Fax: 236 5666 reservations@huesboutiquehotel.com www.huesboutiquehotel.com Jumeira Rotana Hotel PO Box 33640 Tel: 345 5888, Fax: 345 8777 res.jumeira@rotana.com www.rotana.com

Landmark Hotel - Riqqa PO Box 42222 Tel: 294 6677, Fax: 294 6556 riqqa@landmarkhotels.net www.landmarkhotels.net

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai PO Box 13018 Tel: 702 8888, Fax: 282 0627 res@mill-airportdubai.com www.millenniumhotels.com

Moscow Hotel PO Box 119911 Tel: 228 8222, Fax: 228 8220 reservation@moscowhoteldubai.com www.moscowhoteldubai.com

Novotel World Trade Centre PO Box 9622 Tel: 332 0000, Fax: 332 0001 h5261@accor.com www.novotel.com Pullman City Center Hotel PO Box 61871 Tel: 294 1222, Fax: 295 4444 h2022@accor.com www.pullmanhotels.com Radisson Blu Hotel – Dubai Deira Creek PO Box 276 476 Tel: 222 7171, Fax: 228 4777 reservations.dxbza@radissonblu.com www.radissonblu.com/hoteldubaideiracreek

Mercure Gold Hotel PO Box 66431 Tel: 301 9888, Fax: 345 9994 h8500-re1@accor.com www.mercure-gold-hotel-dubai.com Metropolitan Deira Hotel PO Box 33214 Tel: 295 9171, Fax: 295 9091 res.metdeira@habtoorhotels.com www.metropolitandeira. habtoorhotels.com

Montreal Hotel PO Box 34296 Tel: 221 7676, Fax: 221 7674 info@montrealhotel.ae www.jumanigroup.com/ montrealhotel.htm

Novotel Deira City Centre PO Box 185310 Tel: 292 5200, Fax: 292 5201 h6482@accor.com www.accorhotels.com

Media One Hotel PO Box 121818 Tel: 427 1000, Fax: 427 1001 cu@mediaonehotel.com www.mediaonehotel.com

Landmark Grand Hotel PO Box 42222 Tel: 250 1111, Fax: 250 2020 grand@landmarkhotels.net www.landmarkhotels.net

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 Radisson Blu Hotel – Dubai Media City PO Box 211723 Tel: 366 9111, Fax: 361 1011 reservations.dubai@radissonblu.com www.radissonblu.com/hoteldubaimediacity

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Radisson Blu Hotel, DownTown PO Box 115138 Tel: 450 2000, Fax: 450 2099 reservations.downtown.dubai@ radissonblu.com http://www.radissonblu.com/hoteldubaidowntown accommodation

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Ramada Chelsea Hotel Al Barsha  PO Box 120257 Tel: 501 9000, Fax: 501 9114 reservation@ramadachelseadubai.com www.ramadachelseadubai.com

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana Hotels PO Box 126452 Tel: 323 0111, Fax: 323 0222 res.rose@rotana.com www.rotana.com

Towers Rotana Hotel PO Box 30430 Tel: 343 8000, Fax: 343 5111 res.towers@rotana.com www.rotana.com

Ramada Deira Hotel PO Box 42222 Tel: 259 6000, Fax: 259 6060 reservations@ramadadeira.com www.ramadadeira.com

Royal Ascot Hotel PO Box 11560 Tel: 355 8500, Fax: 355 8501 info@ascothoteldubai.com www.royalascothotel-dubai.com

 Traders Hotel PO Box 81877 Tel: 265 9888, Fax: 265 9777 reservations.thdb@tradershotels.com www.tradershotels.com

Ramada Dubai Hotel PO Box 7979 Tel: 351 9999, Fax 351 5021 resv1@ramadadubai.com www.ramadadubai.com

Sadaf Delmon Hotel Al Rigga PO Box 21969 Tel: 228 0222, Fax: 228 4287 resv@delmonhotel.ae www.delmonhotel.ae

Ramada Jumeirah Hotel PO Box 121122 Tel: 702 7000, Fax: 702 7099 reservations@ramadajumeirah.ae www.ramadajumeirah.ae

Sea View Hotel PO Box 52700 Tel: 355 8080, Fax: 355 0099 reservation@seaviewhoteldubai.com www.seaviewhoteldubai.com

Ramada Plaza Jumeirah Beach Residence Hotel PO Box 118555 Tel: 439 8888, Fax: 439 8889 reservations@ramadaplazajbr.com www.ramadaplazajbr.com

Sheraton Deira Hotel & Towers PO Box 5772 Tel: 2688888, Fax: 268 8876 heratondeira@sheraton.com www.sheratondeiradubai.com

Ramee Rose Hotel PO Box 26816 Tel: 450 0111, Fax: 450 0222 reservation.rose@rameehotels.com www.rameehotels.com

Suha City Hotel PO Box 81933 Tel: 2095000, Fax: 209 5111 reservations.uae@mondohospitality.com www.mondohospitality.com

Ramee Royal Hotel PO Box 26816 Tel: 334 4088, Fax: 334 4077 telesalesryl@rameehotels.com www.rameehotels.com Regent Palace Hotel PO Box 26816 Tel: 396 3888, Fax: 396 4080 reservations@rameehotels.com www.rameehotels.com Riviera Hotel PO Box 1388 Tel: 222 2131, Fax: 221 1820 riviera@emirates.net.ae www.rivierahotel-dubai.com accommodation

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The Country Club Hotel PO Box 118094 Tel: 3988840, Fax: 398 5352 reservation@countryclubdubai.com www.countryclubdubai.com

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three-star hotels +971 4 Al Khaleej Holiday PO Box 19260 Tel: 227 6565, Fax: 227 9686 kholiday@alkhaleejhotels.ae www.alkhaleejhotels.com Al Khaleej Hotel PO Box 10559 Tel: 221 1144, Fax: 223 7140 khotel@alkhaleejhotels.ae www.alkhaleejhotels.com Ambassador Hotel PO Box 3226 Tel: 393 9444, Fax: 393 9193 ambhotel@astamb.com www.astamb.com Arabian Park Hotel PO Box 122382 Tel: 324 5999, Fax: 324 5656 reservations@wafihotels.com www.arabianparkhotel.com Astoria Hotel PO Box 457 Tel: 353 4300, Fax: 353 5665 reserve@astamb.com www.astamb.com

Time Grand Plaza Hotel PO Box 237844 Tel: 2334444, Fax: 233 4445 reservations@timehotels.ae www.timehotels.ae

Auris Lodge Al Barsha PO Box 184827 Tel: 325 5088, Fax: 325 5288 lodge1@auris-hotels.com www.auris-hotels.com

Time Oak Hotel & Suites PO Box 283634 Tel: 4377888, Fax: 437 7999 reservations@timehotels.ae www.timehotels.ae

Benta Grand Hotel PO Box 1590 Tel: 271 3232, Fax: 271 3231 reservation@mehgroupdxb.com www.bentagrandhotel.com

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Broadway Hotel PO Box 62556 Tel: 221 7111, Fax: 229 2929 broadway@emirates.net.ae www.broadwayhoteldubai.com California Hotel PO Box 1590 Tel: 224 2429, Fax: 222 3347 reservation@mehgroupdxb.com www.californiahoteldubai.com Chelsea Plaza Hotel PO Box 24621 Tel: 398 2222, Fax: 398 3700 reservations@chelseaplazahoteldubai.com www.chelseaplazahoteldubai.com/ City Star Hotel PO Box 118747 Tel: 227 0002, Fax: 227 2245 starcity@emirates.net.ae www.citystarhotel.ae Citymax Al Barsha PO Box 25243 Tel: 409 8000, Fax: 325 5780 reservations@citymaxhotels.com www.citymaxhotels.com Citymax Bur Dubai PO Box 50271 Tel: 407 8000, Fax: 325 2969 reservations@citymaxhotels.com www.citymaxhotels.com Claridge Hotel PO Box 1833 Tel: 271 6666, Fax: 272 2626 reservation@mehgroupdxb.com www.claridgehoteluae.com Comfort Inn Hotel PO Box 56352 Tel: 222 7393, Fax: 222 4438 sales@hotelcomfortinn.com www.hotelcomfortinn.com

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Corp Executive Al Khoory Hotel – Al Wasl PO Box 6237 Tel: 354 6555, Fax: 354 6565 reservations@corp-alkhoory.com www.corp-alkhoory.com

Fortune Plaza Hotel PO Box 49185 Tel: 263 5500, Fax: 263 5818 plaza@fortunegroupofhotels.com www.fortunegroupofhotels.com

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Copthorne Airport Hotel Branch PO Box 13018 Tel: 702 8888, Fax: 282 0627 res@mill-airportdubai.com www.millenniumhotels.com

Ewa Hotel PO Box 93499 Tel: 234 3423, Fax: 252 9733 reservations@ewahoteldubai.com www.ewahoteldubai.com

Coral Admiral Hotel PO Box 26888 Tel: 393 5333, Fax: 393 5111

Fortune Pearl Hotel PO Box 98661 Tel: 272 5888, Fax: 272 9555

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Imperial Suites Hotel PO Box 52444 Tel: 351 5100, Fax: 351 1647 imphotel@emirates.net.ae www.imperialsuiteshotel.com Jonrad Hotel PO Box 29476 Tel: 222 5550, Fax: 222 5543 conradha@emirates.net.ae www.jonradhotel.com

Dubai Palm Hotel PO Box 21969 Tel: 710 021, Fax: 272 1698 reservations@dubaipalmhotel.com www.dubaipalmhotel.com Dulf Hotel PO Box 33324 Tel: 228 5444, Fax: 228 2848 dulf@emirates.net.ae www.dulfhotels.com

Howard Johnson Hotel PO Box 30329 Tel: 393 9911, Fax: 393 9977 reservation@hojoburdubai.com www.hojoburdubai.com Ibis Hotel Al Barsha PO Box 450011 Tel: 399 6699, Fax: 399 6669 h6540-re@accor.com www.ibishotel.com

Dream Palace Hotel PO Box 82777 Tel: 222 9292, Fax: 222 7779 dphtl@eim.ae www.dreampalacehotel.ae Dubai Grand Hotel PO Box 34150 Tel: 263 2555, Fax: 263 5552 reservation@dubaigrandhotel.ae www.dubaigrandhotel.ae

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Grandeur Hotel PO Box 282429 Tel: 371 6666, Fax: 323 4722 reservations@grandeurhotel.com www.grandeurhotel.com

Deira Town Hotel PO Box 171404 Tel: 223 3456, Fax: 223 1313 dthtl@eim.ae www.deiratown.com Desert Palm Hotel & Resort PO Box 119171 Tel: 323 8888, Fax: 323 8053 reservations@desertpalm.ae www.desertpalm.ae

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Karama Hotel PO Box 116945 Tel: 336 6607, Fax: 334 1661 reservation@karamahotel.ae www.karamahotelme.com Kings Park Hotel PO Box 13130 Tel: 228 9999, Fax: 227 1777 kingsparkhotel@gmail.com www.kpdubai.com Landmark Hotel PO Box 42222 Tel: 228 6666, Fax: 224 3997 Land1@emirates.net.ae www.landmarkhotels.net

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Landmark Plaza Hotel PO Box 42222 Tel: 227 5555, Fax: 228 6676 lanplaza@emirates.net.ae www.landmarkhotels.net London Crown Hotel PO Box 31388 Tel: 357 2000, Fax: 357 3355 reservations.lch@londoncrown.ae www.londoncrown.ae London Suites Hotel PO Box 2306 Tel: 324 4774, Fax: 324 4884 lsuites@emirates.net.ae www.londonsuiteshotel.com Lords Hotel PO Box 27867 Tel: 228 9977, Fax: 227 3772 lords@eim.ae www.lordsgroupofhotel.com Mayfair Hotel PO Box 33315 Tel: 228 4444, Fax: 222 7228 info@mayfairdubai.ae www.mayfairdubai.ae Nihal Hotel PO Box 14914 Tel: 295 7666, Fax: 295 7676 reservation@nihalhoteldubai.ae www.nihalhoteldubai.ae Orchid Hotel PO Box 14042 Tel: 956 999, Fax: 295 8844 orchidsl@emirates.net.ae www.orchidhoteldubai.com Palm Beach Hotel PO Box 5822 Tel: 393 1999, Fax: 393 3111 palmbhtl@emirates.net.ae www.palmbeachburdubai.com

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Premier Inn Dubai International Airport PO Box 35118 Tel: 260 4000, Fax: 260 4004 reservations.dia@mena.premierinn.com www.premierinn.ae

Smana Hotel Al Raffa PO Box 49786 Tel: 325 9966, Fax: 325 9027 reservations-alraffa@smanahotels.com

Premier Inn Dubai Silicon Oasis PO Box 35118 Tel: 382 1555, Fax: 382 1666 reservations.dso@mena.premierinn.com www.Premierinn.ae Premier Inn Hotel Investment Park  PO Box 35118 Tel: 885 0999, Fax: 885 1729 reservations.dip@mena.premierinn.com www.Premierinn.ae Rainbow Hotel PO Box 6283 Tel: 357 2172, Fax: 357 2131 raindxb@eim.ae www.rainbowhotel.ae Regal Plaza Hotel PO Box 26842 Tel: 355 6633, Fax: 355 6622 Regaldxb@rameehotels.com www.rameehotels.com Regent Beach Resort PO Box 26816 Tel: 344 5777, Fax: 344 6789 reservationrbr@rameehotels.com www.rameehotels.com Sadaf Hotel PO Box 172788 Tel: 222 5510, Fax: 222 5212 reservation@sadafhotel.ae www.sadafhotel.ae

Panorama Grand Hotel PO Box 773 Tel: 393 4777, Fax: 393 4466 reservation@seashellinnhotel.com www.panoramagrouphotels.com

Sandras Inn Hotel PO Box 5062 Tel: 222 4333, Fax: 222 5373 sandrasdxb@gmail.com www.sandrasinn.com

Phoenix Hotel PO Box 39674 Tel: 252 2000, Fax: 250 2000

Smana Hotel PO Box 115283 Tel: 222 2204, Fax: 222 2551

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St. George Hotel PO Box 3944 Tel: 225 1122, Fax: 226 8383 reservation@stgeorgedubai.ae www.stgeorgedubai.ae Suite Novotel Mall of the Emirates PO Box 283825 Tel: 382 3200, Fax: 382 3201 h6670@accor.com www.suitenovotel.com Sun & Sands Hotel PO Box 35659 Tel: 223 9000, Fax: 228 3455 reservation@sshtl.ae www.Sunandsandsdubai.com

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Sun and Sand Downtown PO Box 187168 Tel: 222 2110, Fax: 222 2311 ssdt@eim.ae www.sunandsanddowntown.com Tulip Inn Hotel FZ PO Box 51 Tel: 367 1222, Fax: 367 8633 reservations@tulipinnfzllc.com www.tulipinnfzllc.com

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Versailles Hotel PO Box 33382 Tel: 227 7880, Fax: 227 7725 sriman@versailleshotel.ae www.dubaiversailles.com York International Hotel PO Box 82555 Tel: 3555500, Fax: 355 7669 reservations@yorkinternationalhotel.ae www.yorkinternationalhotel.com Zain International Hotel PO Box 14938 Tel: 222 2202, Fax: 222 2205 sales_georgie@zaininternationalhotel.ae www.zaingrouphotels.com

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glossary LANGUAGE GLOSSARY Surprise and win the hearts of As-salaam As-salaam alaykum alaykum the local populace by speaking Reply: Reply: WaWa alaykum alaykum as-salaam as-salaam in Arabic. While English is widely spoken across the city, the Emiratis How How areare you? you?

– –Kayf Kayf haalak haalak always appreciate travellers trying toReply: Reply: ‘Thanks ‘Thanks bebe to to God’ God’ – – understand their culture and speak Al-humdoolillah Al-humdoolillah bikhair bikhair their language. Arabic has been the Welcome – Ahlan – Ahlan wawa sahlan sahlan root of many other languages of the Welcome Welcome (as(as a reply) a reply) – Ahlan – Ahlan bekum bekum Islamic world, in much the same wayWelcome God willing willing – Inshallah – Inshallah Latin has been for most European God Hello – Marhaba – Marhaba languages. As the language of the Hello Goodbye – Ma’assalaama – Ma’assalaama Quran, the holy book of Islam, it Goodbye is also widely used throughout the Muslim world.

COMMON COMMON PHRASES PHRASES Thank Thank you you – Shukran – Shukran Here we list a useful selection of YesYes – Na’am – Na’am local Arabic words: NoNo – La – La Please Please – Min – Min fadlak fadlak (to(to a man) a man) / Min / Min SOCIAL GREETINGS fadliki fadliki (to(to a woman) a woman) Good morning – Sabaah al-khair DoDo you you speak speak English?

English?

– Tatakullum – Tatakullum Reply: Good morning – Sabaah Ingleezi?

Ingleezi? an-noor I don’t I don’t understand understand – Ana – Ana maa maa afham afham How How much? much? (cost) (cost) – Bekam?

– Bekam?

‘Peace be upon you’ is a general How How many? many?

– Kam? – Kam? greeting when meeting someone - Sorry Sorry – Muta’assif – Muta’assif

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I didn’t know – Ana ma araft Excuse me – Ismahlee IN A TAXI

To the Burj Al Arab Hotel please – Il al-funduk Burj Al Arab minfudluk Go straight ahead, please – Ruh seeda, minfudluk

DAYS OF THE WEEK

Sunday – Yome al-ahad Monday – Yome al-ithnayn Tuesday – Yome ath-thalaatha Wednesday – Yome al-arba’a Thursday – Yome al-khamees Friday – Yome al-juma’a Saturday – Yome as-sabt NUMBERS

To the left here – Il al-yesaar hina To the right – Il al-yameen Stop there, please – Woqqof hinaak minfudluk Slower, please – Bibut minfudluk Wait here, please – Intadhar hina minfudluk I will be back in five minutes – Aarja ba’d khamsa daqaa’iq

0 – sifr 1 – waahid 2 – ithnayn 3 – thalaatha 4 – arba’a 5 – khamsa 6 – sitta 7 – saba’a 8 – thamaania 9 – tis’a 10 – ashara 100 – meeya

Water taxi – Abra

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A Abaya 28 Abra 50, 124 Abu Dhabi 11, 12, 19, 39, 99 Airport Buses 93 Ajman 11, 19, 93, 99 Al Ahmadiya School and Heritage House 49 Al Badia Golf Club 70 Al Bastakiya 26, 27, 52, 53, 100, 124 Al Boom Tourist Village 49 Al Fahidi Fort 28, 50 Al Ghurair City 79 Al-Khaleej 19 Al Maha Desert 14, 38 Al Mamzar 59 Al Mamzar Beach Park 59 Al Nasr Leisureland 72 Al Safa Park 59 American Hospital Dubai 32 Aquaventure 42, 43, 60 Arabian Hare 36 Arabian Horses 26 Arabian Oryx 36, 38, 104 Arabian Primrose 36 Arabian Ranches 14, 70 Arabian Red Fox 36 Arabian Sand Gecko 36 Arabic Calligraphy 26, 49 Armani Hotel 41, 116 Art Attack Gallery 55 Art Connection 52, 124 Artspace 55 Atlantis, The Palm 42, 43 At The Top 41 Ayyam Gallery 55 B Bait Al Wakeel 49 Bastakiah Nights Restaurant 52 Bateel 90 Bedouin 14, 27, 38, 51, 68, 91, 116, 124 Bedouin Village 51 Belhoul European Hospital 32 Belhoul Speciality Hospital 32 index and map

Bin Jam’aan House 50 Black-Winged Stilt 39 Bowling 46, 72, 79 Broad-Billed Sandpiper 39 Burj Al Arab 14, 41, 42, 91, 102, 116, 117 Burj Khalifa 41, 47, 81, 91, 102, 117, 119, 120 Burj Nahar 50 Burjuman 79, 102 Buses 17, 19, 21, 92, 93, 94, 97, 99, 102 C Calligraphy In House Camel Racing Camel Rides Car Hire Children’s City Cycling

188, 53 73 67 16, 94 59, 60 70

D Date Palm 36 Deira City Centre 62, 79 Deira Creekside 44 Department Of Health and Medical 18 Dragonmart 81 Dubai Airports 24 Dubai Aquarium 81, 122 Dubai Autodrome 73 Dubai Community Theatre 55, 83 Dubai Creek 100, 102, 124 Dubai Creekside 59 Dubai Cruise Terminal 24 Dubai Culture and Arts Authority 16, 26 Dubai Desert Classic 14, 68, 70, 76 Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve 36, 38 Dubai Dolphinarium 59, 60 Dubai Duty Free 72, 76, 78, 87, 91 Dubai Festival City 46, 81, 102 Dubai Healthcare City 32

Dubai Hospital 32 Dubai International Airport 11, 23 Dubai International Art Centre 26, 55 Dubai International Bowling Centre 72 Dubai International Film Festival 16, 77 Dubai Mall 32, 62, 64, 72, 81, 91, 122 Dubai Mall Medical Centre 32 Dubai Metro 12, 17, 47, 82, 93, 94, 97, 99, 101 Dubai Museum 27, 28, 50, 79, 100 Dubai Rugby Sevens 14, 70 Dubai Taxi Corporation 21, 93 Dubai Tennis Championship 68, 76 Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport 12 Dubai World Cup 14, 26, 47, 68, 73, 75 Dubai World Trade Centre 44, 59, 76, 77, 88 Dune Buggy Safari 68 Dunlins 38 E Eid In Dubai Emirates Airline

79, 88 14, 16, 38, 75, 77 Emirates Airline International Festival Of Literature 77 Emirates Airline Rugby Sevens 75 Emirates Equestrian Centre 73 Emirates Golf Club 14, 70, 76 Emirates Towers 46, 47 Encounter Zone 62, 83 Etisalat 21, 44, 94 F Federal Council Of Ministers 12 Federal National Council 12

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Global Village 62, 88 Go-Karting 73 Gold And Diamond Park 46, 90, 91 Gold Souk 122 Golf 14, 44, 59, 70, 76, 102

Grand Mosque Green Art Gallery Gulf News Gypsum Workshops H Hatta Heritage Village

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Heritage And Diving Village 50 Horse Racing 73 Horse Riding 38, 73 House Of Scholar Mohammad Sharif 27 Hummus 111, 112, 114, 124 Hyatt Regency Galleria 72 I Ibn Battuta Mall Ice Skating Imax Cinema Indoor Skiing Iranian Hospital Islam

82 72 59 72 32 10, 19, 26, 31

J Jebel Ali Equestrian Club 73 Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa 72, 73, 102 Jebel Ali Hospital 32 Jumeirah Beach Park 59 Jumeirah Golf Estates 14, 70 K Karama Khaleej Times Kidzania

59, 86, 114 19 62, 81, 122

L Ladies Taxi Lamcy Plaza Little Egrets Little Green Bee-Eater M Machboos Madinat Jumeirah

93 82 38 39

112 18, 27, 47, 77, 117, 124 62, 72, 79, 83 53

Magic Planet Majlis Gallery Mall of the Emirates 62, 64, 72, 82, 122 Medcare Hospital 32 Meena Bazaar 86, 91 Mercato 83 Meydan City 47 Mezze 14, 68, 111, 112, 124 index and map

Moorfields Eye Hospital Motor Racing Mouhamara

32 73 111

N Naif Museum Nakheel Harbour And Tower Neuro Spinal Hospital New Medical Centre Nol Ticket P Palm Jumeirah Palm Monorail Parasailing Port Rashid

42, 43, 94 43 67 24, 102

Q Qu’ran R Ramadan

51 94 32 32 99

49 21, 31, 35, 39, 88, 112 32 39 83

Rashid Hospital Red-Wattled Lapwing Reef Mall

S Satwa 86, 86, 91, 93 Scuba Diving 67 Sega Republic 62, 81, 122 Sharjah 11, 16,19, 93, 99 Shayla 28 Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Bin Butti Bin Suhail Al Maktoum 52 Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan 12 Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum 11, 12, 38 Sheikh Mohammed Centre For Cultural Understanding 53, 54, 124 Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum 11, 49, 51 Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House 51 Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan 11 Sheikh Zayed Road 44, 46, 47, 90, 91

Shindagha 27, 51, 94, 100 Shish Kebab 112 Shooting And Archery 72 Ski Dubai 64, 72, 83, 122 Snorkelling 67 Souk Madinat Jumeirah 117, 124 Souks 84 Speedboating 67 T Tagine 117 Taxis 21, 93 Tennis 14, 68, 72, 76 The Address Downtown Dubai 119 The Address Montgomerie Dubai 70 The Aviation Club 118, 119 The City Hospital 32 The Gulf Today 21 The Leap of Faith 60 The National 21 The Seven’s 75 The Third Line 57 Thunder Bowl 72 U Uim Class 1 World Offshore Powerboat Championship 70 Umm Al Quwain 11,19, 93, 99 Umm Al Shief Majlis 51 W Wafi City Wakeboarding Welcare Hospital Wild Wadi Wind Surfing Wonderland X Xva Gallery Z Zabeel Technology Theme Park Zulekha Hospital Zuma

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MAP LEGEND Five-star hotels C12 Al Bustan Rotana Hotel F10 Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa C11 Al Murooj Rotana Hotel  B7 Al Qasr Hotel  C11 Armani Hotel  B12 Asiana Hotel  A7 Atlantis F7 Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa  B6 Bonnington Hotel  D12 Crowne Plaza - DFC  B12 Crowne Plaza Deira B11 Crowne Plaza Dubai  B7 Dar Al Masyaf Hotel  B10 Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa C11 Dusit Thani Dubai  B11 Fairmont Hotel Dubai  C12 Grand Hyatt Dubai  C7 Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai  B6 Grosvenor House Dubai  B6 Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa B12 Hilton Dubai Creek  B6 Hilton Dubai Jumeirah  B12 Hyatt Regency Dubai  B4 Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel  D12 Inter Contintental - DFC  A3 Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa B8 Jumeirah Beach Hotel  C11 Jumeirah Emirates Towers  B6 Jumeirah Zabeel Saray  C13 JW Marriott Hotel  C7 Kempinski Hotel - MOE  C13 Le Meridien Dubai B7 Le Meridien Mina Seyahi  B6 Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa  C7 Media Rotana Hotel- Al Barsha   B12 Metropolitan Palace Hotel  B11 Millennium Plaza Hotel  B8 Mina A Salam Hotel  C12 Movenpick - Bur Dubai  C13 Movenpick Hotel Deira B6 Movenpick Hotel - Jumeirah Beach  B7 One & Only Royal Mirage Dubai   B7 One&Only Palm Jumeirah  C12 Park Hyatt Dubai  B12 Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel  B11 Radisson Royal Hotel  C12 Raffles Dubai  B12 Samaya Hotel Deira  B11 Shangri-La Dubai Hotel B12 Sheraton Dubai Creek  Hotel & Towers

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C7 Holiday Inn Al Barsha Hotel B12 Holiday Inn Bur Dubai Hotel B12 Holiday Inn Downtown  B11 Jumeira Rotana Hotel  B12 Landmark Grand Hotel  B12 Landmark Hotel - Riqqa  C14 Layia Plaza Hotel  C12 Le Meridien Fairway  B12 Lotus Boutique Hotel  C12 Lotus Hotel  B12 Majestic Hotel Tower Dubai  B13 Marco Polo Hotel B6 Marina Byblos Hotel B7 Media One Hotel Four-star hotels B11 Mercure Gold Hotel  C12 Metropolitan Deira Hotel B12 Al Hamra Hotel  C10 Metropolitan Hotel Dubai C12 Al Jawhara Gardens  C13 Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai B12 Al Khaleej Palace Hotel  C12 Moscow Hotel C11 Al Manzil Hotel B12 Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa  C12 Novotel Deira City Centre B12 Ascot Hotel D11 Novotel World Trade Centre  C8 Pullman Hotel - MOE C12 Avari Dubai Hotel  C10 Qamardeen Hotel C12 Avenue Hotel B13 Boutique7 Hotel & Suites B12 Radisson Blu Hotel - Deira Creek B7 Radisson Blu Hotel - DMC C7 Byblos Dubai Hotel  C10 Radisson Blu Hotel,Downtown B11 Capitol Hotel B12 Carlton Tower Hotel C7 Ramada Chelsea Hotel Al Barsha C13 Ramada Continental Hotel C7 Cassells Al Barsha Hotel C13 City Centre Hotel & Residence  B12 Ramada Dubai Hotel  B11 Ramada Jumeirah Hotel C13 City Seasons Hotel  C12 Ramee Royal Hotel C12 Copthorne Hotel Dubai B12 Coral Deira Hotel B12 Regent Palace Hotel  B12 Riviera Hotel B12 Coral Oriental Hotel D5 Courtyard by Marriott Green B11 Rose Rayhaan by Rotana Hotels  B12 Royal Ascot Hotel Community Dubai  C12 Sadaf Delmon Hotel Al Rigga B12 Dhow Palace Hotel B7 Dubai Marriott Harbour B12 Sea View Hotel Hotel & Suites  B13 Sheraton Deira Hotel & Towers B12 Emirates Concorde Hotel  C12 Suha City Hotel B11 Emirates Grand Hotel  B12 The Country Club Hotel C12 Flora Grand Hotel  B11 Towers Rotana Hotel B13 Fortune Grand Hotel  C13 Traders Hotel B12 Four Points by Sheraton Bur Dubai  B12 Four Points by Sheraton Downtown  three-star hotels B12 Al Khaleej Holiday B11 Four Points By Sheraton Shk. Zd Rd  B12 Al Khaleej Hotel B12 Ambassador Hotel B7 Gloria Hotel  C12 Arabian Park Hotel C7 Golden Tulip Hotel - Al Barsha B13 Grand Central Hotel  B12 Astoria Hotel C7 Grand Excelsior Hotel - Al Barsha  C8 Auris Lodge Al Barsha  B13 Benta Grand Hotel B12 Hall Mark Hotel  B12 City Star Hotel F12 Hatta Fort Hotel B6 Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort B6 Sofitel - Dubai Jumeirah Beach B12 Taj Palace Hotel - Dubai C11 The Address Downtown Dubai C11 The Address Dubai Mall B6 The Address Dubai Marina C6 The Address Montgomerie - Dubai D10 The Meydan Hotel C11 The Palace - The Old Town Hotel C11 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel - DIFC B6 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Dubai B7 The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina

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B12 Citymax Bur Dubai   C7 Citymax Hotel Al Barsha B12 Claridge Hotel B12 Comfort Inn Hotel C13 Copthorne Airport Hotel Dubai  B12 Coral Admiral Hotel B12 Deira Town Hotel F12 Desert Palm Hotel & Resort B13 Dream Palace Hotel  D14 Dubai Grand Hotel B13 Dubai Palm Hotel  B13 Dulf Hotel  B12 Fortune Hotel B13 Fortune Pearl Hotel C13 Fortune Plaza Hotel  C7 Grandeur Hotel B12 Howard Johnson Hotel  C7 Ibis Hotel Al Barsha B12 Imperial Suites Hotel B12 Jonrad Hotel B12 Karama Hotel C13 Kings Park Hotel B12 Landmark Hotel B12 Landmark Plaza Hotel  C7 Layia Oak Hotel and Suites B12 London Crown Hotel B12 London Suites Hotel B12 Lords Hotel B12 Mayfair Hotel  B12 Montreal Hotel C13 Nihal Hotel  B12 Orchid Hotel  B12 Palm Beach Hotel C13 Premier Inn Dubai Int. Airport  F11 Premier Inn Dubai Silicon Oasis  D5 Premier Inn Hotel Investment Park  B12 Rainbow Hotel L.L.C C7 Ramee Rose Hotel C12 Regal Plaza Hotel B10 Regent Beach Resort B12 Rio Hotel Dubai B11 Rydges Plaza Dubai B12 Sadaf Delmon Hotel - AL Bateen B12 Sandras Inn Hotel B12 Seashell Inn Hotel B12 St. George Hotel  C8 Suite Novotel - MOE  B12 Sun & Sands Hotel B12 Sun and Sand Downtown  B7 Tulip Inn Hotel FZ B12 Versailles Hotel  B12 York International Hotel index and map

B12 Zain International Hotel DeluXe hotels & aPartMeNts C12 Al Faris 3 Hotel Apts.

C13 Al Jawhara Hotel Apt. B13 Al Manar Hotel Apt. C11 Al Murooj Rotana Suites C14 Al Nawras Hotel Apts.

C13 Al Sondos Suites by Le Meridien B12 Arabian Dreams Hotel Apts.

B7 Arjaan Hotel Apt - DMC C7 Auris First Central Hotel Suites B12 Belvedere Court Hotel Apt. B12 Burjuman Arjaan Hotel Apts.

B12 Capitol Residence Hotel Apts.

B4 Chelsea Garden Hotel Apt.(1) B11 Chelsea Tower Hotel Apt. C12 City Centre Residence C13 City Season Suites Dubai C12 Clover Creek Hotel Apts.

B7 Comfort Inn Hotel Apts.

C8 Coral Boutique Hotel Apts.

C7 Coral Boutique Villas C7 Corp Executive Hotel Apts.

B12 Deira Suites Hotel Apt. B6 Dusit Residence Dubai Marina B12 Emirates Concorde Hotel & Residence C14 Emirates Stars Hotel Apts.  C12 Flora Creek Hotel Apt. C12 Flora Park Hotel Apt. B7 Fraser Suites Dubai B7 Gloria Hotel C7 Grand Bellevue Hotel  C12 Grand Hyatt Residence B12 Grand MidWest Express Hotel Apt. B7 Grand MidWest Tower Hotel Apts. C11 Inter Continental Residence Suite - DFC B12 Lotus DownTown Metro  Hotel Apt. C13 Lotus Grand Hotel Apt. B6 Lotus Hotel Apt & Spa, Dubai Marina B6 Marina Hotel Apt. B6 Marina View Hotel Apt. C13 Marriott Exec. Apt. Dubai Creek (A) C12 Marriott Exec. Apt. Dubai  Creek (B) D5 Marriott Exec. Apts. Green Community

B6 Oasis Beach Tower, Luxury Hotel Apt. C12 Park Hotel Apts.

C7 Pearl Coast Premier Hotel Apt. C10 Ramada Hotel Apt. DownTown   C12 Rihab Rotana B12 Royal Ascot Hotel Apts.

B12 Savoy Crest Hotel Apt. B12 Savoy Suites Hotel Apt. B12 Star Metro Deira Hotel Apts.

B6 Tamani Hotel Marina C12 Wafi Residence C12 Waterview Executive Hotel Apt. B12 Xclusive Hotel Apt. shoPPiNG CeNtre/Mall C14 Al Bustan Centre B12 Al Dhiyafa Shopping Centre B13 Al Ghurair City B12 Al Khaleej Centre C10 Al Mazaya Centre C14 Al Mulla Plaza B12 Al Rais Shopping Centre E14 Arabian Centre B10 Beach Centre D13 Bin Sougat Shopping Centre B12 BurJuman Centre C13 Century Mall B13 Dana Centre C12 Deira City Centre F12 Dragon Mart C11 Dubai Mall C11 Emirates Boulevard D12 Festival Centre C13 Hamarain Centre B5 Ibn Battuta Mall D12 Inter-Continental Plaza B11 Jumeirah Centre B11 Jumeirah Plaza C12 Lamcy Plaza B11 Magrudy’s Centre C8 Mall of the Emirates B11 Mercato E13 Mirdif City Centre C9 Oasis Centre B11 Palm Strip Shopping Mall B13 Reef Mall C11 Souk Al Bahar B8 Souk Madinat Jumeirah C12 Wafi City

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