Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Handy local info
Currency - The UAE dirham
Visa requirements from UK - Free of charge visitor visa upon arrival for 30 days
Airport - Dubai International Airport (code - DXB)
Climate - highest temperatures tend to be July and August, average 41 degrees. Lowest temperatures tend to be December & Jan, average temperature of 24 degrees.
Best time to go - Avoid June to August as temperatures are over 40 degrees. Remainder of year, the weather is great.
Language - Arabic
Favourite places to visit in Dubai
The Atlantis, the palm. This iconic hotel is one of the most instagrammable in the world. It has so much to offer, including; Aquaventure Atlantis waterpark, swimming with Dolphins, the aquarium and some fabulous restaurants.
The Dubai Mall. The largest shopping mall in the world. As well as fantastic shops, the mall boasts an underwater aquarium, water fountains & light show. There are wonderful restaurants surrounding the fountains and it is the home of the Burj Khalifa - the tallest building in the world.
Jumeriah Beach Residence - The Walk at JBR is a popular promenade where you can shop, dine and stroll by the sea. It's a buzzing beachside boulevard with pop up markets, street performers, restaurants & cafes & outdoor seating with music and views of Ain Dubai - the highest & largest observation wheel in the world.
Must do in Dubai
Boat trip, you can hire a private yacht for 3 hours. Sunset time is the best & it takes you past loads of good photos spots
Desert Safari. There are so many options that include camel rides, sand surfing, sand dune rides, entertainment (belly dancers) and dinner. It's a really great excursion not to be missed.
Sky dive, take part in the most unforgettable experience with views over the palm. Known to be one of the best sky dive experiences in the world.
Afternoon tea at The Burj Al Arab - Visit the world's only 7 seven star hotel for afternoon tea on the 27th Floor.