Al Boom Tourist Village: Across from Creek side Park, this tourist village
was designed with traditional styles in mind and aims to help visitors
understand and appreciate the city's Bedouin traditions. Al Boom includes
several international restaurants, as well as a child-friendly amusement
park and a marina. Explore the wooden dhows, some of which are actually
floating restaurants that serve flavourful Middle Eastern cuisine, or
charter a seat on a cruise ship.
Bastakiya: This unique old part of the city is worth checking out, as it
offers travellers glimpses of what life has been like in the Old Town since
the 19th century, when Persian merchants first moved here. Since many
of these expatriates hailed from Iran's Bastak region, this quarter of town
became know as the Bastakiya District. Noteworthy features in the district
include its narrow lanes and ornate wind towers, which channelled wind in
order to cool buildings and homes aand acted as early air-con.
Dubai Creek, is a natural seawater inlet that cuts through the centre of
the city and splits Bur Dubai and Deira. It is the historic focal point of life
in Dubai. A stroll along the banks of Dubai Creek evokes the city's
centuries-old trading traditions.
The Dubai Heritage & Diving Villages, located next to the Sheikh Saeed Al
Maktoum House, again offer valuable insight into the city's past. This
centre focuses on Dubai's cultural and social development and includes
architecture, pearl diving, and maritime exhibitions. Displays and exhibits
also include a Bedouin tent village, an ancient armoury, and a wide range
of excavated items from nearby archaeological sites
A visit to the Dubai museum is a must on every Dubai itinerary. Housed
within the beautifully restored Al Fahidi Fort, which was erected around
1787 to defend the city against invasion, the museum's diverse collection
of exhibits offers a fascinating insight into the rich history and cultural
heritage of Dubai.
The majesty and tranquillity of the desert can be experienced during a
Dubai desert safari tour. You can enjoy a wide range of activities including
dune driving, camel riding, exploring the wadis, sandboarding, and a
traditional desert feast in a authentic bedouin camp.
Dubai Zoo is located in Jumeirah, and is a popular attraction, especially
for families. Dubai zoo also features in its large aviary are regional birds
of prey. It is important to not that this establishment has come in for some
critisism for overcrowding and small cages so a trip here is perhaps not
for everyone!!
Hatta, an enclave of Dubai nestled in the Hajar Mountains, is a great
weekend getaway. Some 120 kilometres to the east, Hatta is an extremely
attractive location. It is also the location of the Hatta fort Hotel which is
definitely worth a visit.
The Grand Mosque: located in the city's Bur Dubai section, is actually a
recreation of the original Grand Mosque, constructed in 1900. Traditional
Persian details abound, such as domes, an inspiring sky-blue mosaic,
sand-hued facades, handmade stained glass, and wooden shutters. The
Grand Mosque is also home to Dubai's tallest minaret, where the muezzin,
or crier, calls the people to prayer. Non-Muslims are not permitted inside
the mosque.
Jumeirah Mosque: This exquisite structure is one the city's most noted
and photographed landmarks. The Jumeirah Mosque, located a few
minutes' drive from the beach area, is a gleaming example of traditional
Muslim architecture. The entire structure is built of white stone, and its two
towering minarets reach skyward, flanking the mosque's crown-like central
dome. You may enter the Jumeirah Mosque if you are part of an
organized tour.
One of the oldest residences in the city, Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's
House dates back to the late 19th century. The home was constructed
using traditional techniques, and large wind towers kept the home cool
even on the hottest days. When the Al-Maktoum family first lived there it
boasted unparalleled panoramic views of the Persian Gulf. Today, visitors
can tour the house, which also exhibits historical photographs and
artifacts that chronicle the history of Dubai.
Wild Wadi Water park offers families an entire afternoon of thrills and
water activities. The park features everything from waterfalls, soaring
cliffs, and hidden lagoons to swimming holes, a tidal pool, and scores of
waterslides. Best of all, Wild Wadi is only a short walk from some of
Jumeirah Beach's finest hotels and resorts. Towel and locker rental are
available for minimal fees.
You can now even have United Arab Emirates Ski Holidays. Ski Dubai is a
must and has to be seen to be believed. Ski Dubai has 2 main slope that
vary in difficulty, height and gradient. The longest run is over 400 meters
long with a fall of over 60 meters. You can test your skills on the world’s
first indoor black run or practice your turns on the gentle beginner slopes.
Skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels will enjoy these various slopes
and snowboarders can also practice their stunts in the Freestyle Zone.
Kids and parents alike will have fun in the huge interactive Snow Park,
which at 3000 square meters is the largest indoor snow park in the world.
United Arab Emirates Ski Holidays ? Fantastic!
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