Introducing Dubai
Dubai is the largest of the seven United Arab Emirates, though it is not the capital city. It is placed in the north opposite Qatar and is surrounded by the Persian Gulf. Until the discovery of oil in 1966, Dubai was a small fishing village, from there it became a port of call for the ancient trade route between the Indus Valley and Mesopotamia. After the oil was found, the town became a city and has since flourished into an international centre of commerce, synonymous with money, luxury and success. It is world renowned as a world class shopping destination and has unsurprisingly become a sought after destination for holidays for those that crave style and are used to the finer things in life. Surrounded by a sea of chic, modern buildings with brushed metal and sheet glass for scenery, one could not be any more in the city, however Dubai retains a certain beauty and air of calm. Here business is fast and efficient yet the pace of life is languidly relaxed and cool, something that will undoubtedly be transferred into your holidays.
Holidays in Dubai
Holidays in Dubai are not for the faint hearted, one must be prepared to stay in the utmost of luxury, be waited on hand and foot and shop 'til you drop. With the stunning man made protrusions into the sea providing more space for boats and yachts, along with man made islands holidays in Dubai will without doubt be out of this world. Hotels and business centres co exist with little difference between the two from the exterior, all are futuristic and sleek with modern designed stamped all over them. The hotels in Dubai are some of the best in the world, including some impressive top chains, including Hilton, Le Meridien and Renaissance, all of which suit both those travelling to Dubai on business and on holidays. Dubai is an extremely hot place to visit all year round, meaning you can book holidays here even in British wintertime when it would be wonderful to getaway from the rain to this dream city. Exploring the area is much easier in Dubai because the city boasts a dry heat, which is much less exhausting for those not used to the heat, meaning you can make the most of your holidays in Dubai
Flights to Dubai
Most major UK airports have regular flights to Dubai because it is such a popular city both for business and holidays. It is possible to fly from some UK airports direct, especially in London and occasionally in Manchester with airlines such as Emirates. FlightsFlights last around 7 hours, making this paradise of a city very reachable. Transfers into your hotel to get stuck into your holidays in Dubai are simple, even for those not on package holidays as the city is home to a large taxi market.
'Must sees' in Dubai
Although it is an ultra modern city, those on their holidays are still more than able to experience the traditional Emirates cultures through the Souks (markets) to pick up some authentic souvenirs. The more adventurous might like to spend a night under the stars with a Bedouin community, boasting handmade tents and crafts along with belly dancers, a night on your holidays you are sure never to forget. The obvious must is to see Dubai's stunning architecture, a simply wander through the business and main city district is enough to open your eyes during your holidays. The buildings here are simply stunning and create a fabulously futuristic backdrop for your unusual holidays.
