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Areas of Dubai
Dubai Beaches: Dubai has a number of excellent beaches and beach parks. Dubai's main beaches run along Jumeria Road. It is one long beach divided up by hotels and private clubs, interspaced by a few public access beaches.
Hatta Fort: Hatta's history dates back between 20 and 30 centuries. Hatta Village is considered one of the most ancient locations in the Emirate of Dubai. The heritage village is distinguished by its fortified buildings.
Getting there and around
Dubai International Airport is located about 25km (15mi) outside the city. The journey to/from the city centre takes between 20 - 40 minutes.
Good public transport system including: buses and taxis.
Sightseeing Ideas
Desert Safari: Enjoy the thrill and excitement of driving over sand dunes of varying colors and heights, Sand Skiing, Belly Dance, Camel Rides, Arabian BBQ dinner buffet and more.
Dubai City Tour: The cities of the UAE are testimony to man's aspirations and desire for a good-life. Beautifully designed and landscaped, each one of them has its own unique natural attractions as well.
Dhow Dinner Cruise: Enjoy an unforgettable evening along the Dubai Creek onboard our traditionally decorated Dhow. A sumptuos buffet dinner will be served including continental and oriental dishes.
Top tips
Coffee is more than just a drink it is an expression of the culture.
Shopping in Dubai is vast, but don't take the first price you're offered, bargaining is expected.
More than three quarters of Dubai's population are citizens of other countries.
Ramadan, usually in November, is an important event in the Muslim calendar, it is a month-long period of fasting when the pace of life is slower.
Also for free why not sit on a beach, read a book during anyone of the 365 days of sunshine available in Dubai.
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