Dubai Hotels
Dubai's highlights read like a list of the 'world's greatest' ? everything here is super-sized and over the top, drawing more and more people to the city's glamorous shores. The city is ever-growing, with new Dubai hotels and attractions constantly springing up and raising the barrier for luxury and elegance. The extensive facilities and cutting edge design in the hotels of Dubai are an event in themselves, but there's still a glimpse of the old city lying beyond the hotel walls.
One of the grandest hotels in Dubai, the Jumeirah Beach sits in the lap of luxury, with the iconic Burj Al Arab Sailboat skyscraper glimmering close by. Away from your Dubai hotel, the vibrant souks offer an authentic middle-eastern flavour amidst the stylish modern streets, and are a great place to pick up a bargain, and brush up your bartering skills before hitting the high-end boutiques and mega-malls. With tax-free shopping, that designer spree is almost guilt free!
Worked up an appetite? Then feast your eyes on the Michelin-starred eateries that abound in the hotels in Dubai, and the extensive choice of international cuisine. You'll need to loosen your belts to eat your way around the city, or simply while away a few hours in a chic café and spot the glitterati over coffee.
Despite their opulent exterior, Dubai hotels are also action-packed resorts with plenty to keep thrill-seekers occupied. The Wild Wadi Water Park boasts white-knuckle water slides and vast wave pools, and water-skiing, sailing and scuba diving are the order of the day in the warm Gulf seas. Whether you want to tee off on a World-Class golf course, ride a camel across the desert or watch a Yacht race, it's easy to live like the jet-set in Dubai.
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Dubai Travel Notes
GMT: +4 hours. Language: Arabic, with English spoken for business.
Currency: UAE Dirham.
Tourist/Visa/Health Information: Yellow Fever immunisation is required if arriving from an infected country. For full details please contact your GP. Visas are required for British Passport holders, but are free and can be obtained on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on your date of return.
Dates for the diary: Ramadan is 11 Aug - 9 Sep 2010. The U.A.E. is a country of Muslim faith and therefore observes the tradition of fasting during daylight hours through the Holy Month of Ramadan. Alcohol restrictions may apply at hotels and, as a sign of respect, visitors are asked to refrain from eating, drinking and smoking in public places during daytime. Flight information: Emirates offers the most comprehensive UK coverage of flights to Dubai with direct non stop services available from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow. Other non stop carriers to Dubai include Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. If you prefer to travel from your local airport KLM offer regional UK departures via Amsterdam.
