As one of the wealthiest emirates in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is a modern desert city that mixes the traditional with the contemporary. In Dubai, as they say ‘nothing succeeds like excess’, it has got the planet’s tallest building, it has the biggest mall, including one of its largest fleet of chauffeured Rolls Royce. Shopping is one of many reasons to visit Dubai, as it is an excellent shopping destination, but there are many elements that signify Dubai for being one of the most exotic and beautiful holiday destinations in Asia.
Basta Art Cafe
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- City: Dubai
Basta Art Cafe, Bastakiya, ☎ +971-4-3535071. Dhs 50. Set in a lovely garden courtyard in a restored house, Basta is a great place to take a breather with a cold drin...
Bastakiya District
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- City: Dubai
One of the last remaining pockets of Old Dubai, home to many reconstructed buildings in the traditional style. While information on the structures is slim here, the atmosphere is very evocative and th...
Beaches and sea
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- City: Dubai
There are endless water-sport opportunities as Dubai has some of the whitest and sandiest beaches in the world. Ocean temperatures range from 22°C in winter up to 35°C in summer, there are few...
Burj al-Arab
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- City: Dubai
Famed for being the first seven-star hotel in the world (technically a five star deluxe hotel), this striking sail-shaped building is a symbol of Dubai and one of most opulent hotels in the world. Rac...
Burj al-Arab hotel
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- City: Dubai
For a real glimpse into "how the other half lives", (self-proclaimed as the only 7 star hotel in the world), afternoon tea, or cocktails, may be an interesting experience. Entry to the hotel requires ...
Burj Khalifa
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- City: Dubai
Until recently called Burj Dubai, at 828 metres and 160 floors this is the world's tallest structure by a long shot, over 300m taller than the previous contender in Taipei. The observation deck at the...
Burjuman Centre
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- City: Dubai
Recently opened after expansion, focus is on premium brand stores and luxury boutiques, but high street stores are also available. No restaurants serve alcohol. Walking distance to the Consulate Distr...
Car Museum
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- City: Dubai
Car Museum or Emirates National Auto Museum consists of the collection of Shaikh Hamad Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan. It hosts a vast array of cars covering American, Indian, Chinese, European and Japanese bra...
Clover Creek Hotel Apartments
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- City: Dubai
Clover Creek Hotel Apartments, Maktoum Street, Dubai (A subsidiary of PC hotels chain)....
Creekside Park
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- City: Dubai
Creekside Park is one of the most popular parks in Dubai. It's comprised of 96 hectares of lawns and botanical gardens with over 280 botanical species. The park features children's playgrounds, 18 hol...
Crowne Plaza Dubai
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- City: Dubai
Crowne Plaza Dubai, (Sheikh Zayed Road Service Lane), ☎ +971 4 331-1111, e-mail:...
Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City
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- City: Dubai
Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City, Dubai (From Sheikh Zayed Road take the Garhoud Bridge and exit to Umm Ramool Road on to Al Rebat Street and e...
