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The Emirates of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is an unparalleled city which has literally emerged in the middle of the desert. This country is full of exciting things to do, from city tours to unique desert tours and everything in between. Here are the most unique things to do in Dubai if you are looking for something special.
Hot air balloon ride over the Dubai desert
A ride on a balloon over the Dubai desert is an experience which you won’t be able to describe in words. The pink sun rays over the ripples of sand of the desert is a breathtaking view that you can enjoy during this ride. In order to be rewarded with this inexplicable experience you will have to stay awake until 4.00 in the morning. But once you are floating in a wonderful air balloon, and enjoy the calmness of the desert below, you will be convinced that the scene is worth the trouble.
Visit the world’s only 7-star hotel in Dubai
Although there is technically nothing like this in the world, a step inside the Burj Al Arab will explain why or how this hotel has earned its reputation as the only seven-star hotel in the world.
Of course, this kind of luxury does not come cheap, so if you are keen to have a good time, book an appointment at this complete spa if you want to enjoy many other facilities on offer.
Enjoy the view of the city from the tallest building in the world
Dubai boasts of having the tallest building in the world, The Burj Khalifa. This building is at the spotlight of the tourist attraction and if you come here, the view at the top of the building is never to be missed.
The views from the top are never the same twice. On a clear day you can see the entire city, while on a cloudy day you’ll only see clouds below you. If you go upto the 122nd floor and then enter the Atmosphere Restaurant, you can add more to your excitement during your trip to Burj Khalifa. This restaurant is characterised by its gala ambience. The restaurant serves a number of the best European meals for lunch and dinner.
Tickets to go up the tower are sold out in the blink of an eye because of the enthusiasm of the tourists to reach the top of this skyscraper. Therefore, you need to reserve yours in advance when you plan your tour to Dubai.
Trying different types of Arabic cuisine
Everyone’s favourite aspect of travelling to different countries and cultures is always trying the food, and Arabic cuisine is no exception. Gastronomy in Dubai is at its full swing with the influx of tourists throughout the year. If you come to Dubai, you can satisfy your taste buds with an array of Arabic dishes.
When talking about Arabic cuisine, Local House Restaurant can never be forgotten. This is one of the best restaurants in the Emirates. Located in the historic Al Fahidi area. Camel burger, Shawarma and Steak Biriyani are among the most popular dishes in this restaurant. If you come to this restaurant, you can also taste camel milk.
Dubai is a magnet for cuisines from all over the world, but as a general advice it is recommended to try falafel, hummus, tabbouleh and fattoush salad, the signature dishes of the land.
Desert Tour by Car
One of the most popular activities in this charming and dazzling Emirates is to visit the desert and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
This is an adventurous activity that the travellers to Dubai are yearning for. There are plenty of companies providing desert safari in Dubai. They have various packages which include sporty experiences such as dune bashing, quad biking, sand boarding and falconry. Furthermore, you can also enjoy henna painting, hookah smoking, belly dancing, Tanoura dancing, Arabic fashion and Barbecue dinner.
There are multiple options under desert safari in Dubai. Therefore, to make the most of your ride, you must have knowledge about the available desert safari packages and activities before you come to Dubai. Thereby, you can save your time and be rewarded with an amazing experience in Dubai.
Buckle up as you roam the dunes in a Land Rover, spotting desert wildlife along the way.
Skydive over the iconic Dubai Palm
Three artificial islands designed in the form of a palm tree extending in the water is a symbol of the Emirates in general. You can have the good fortune to see the entire Dubai palm from a bird’s eye, if you are ready to skydive here.
If you are enthusiastic and scared at the same time for this adventure, don’t worry because there are highly trained and experienced personnel to assist and guide you there to go for this thrilling experience.
You can jump out of a helicopter and fly over it through the parachutes and you will see the best view you will ever encounter in your entire life.
Strolling in the Flower Garden
The Flower garden in Dubai is located in the district of Dubailand, Dubai. This is one of the major attractions in Dubai. In spite of being a desert, it is a miracle how Dubai is blessed with the world’s largest flower garden. Therefore, this is also called Dubai Miracle Garden.
This was opened to the public on Valentine’s Day in 2013. Since then up to now, there is no shortage of visitors and tourists to this garden. Spreading across 72,000 sq m of land, the garden is elegantly displayed with over 45 million flowers.
There are wonderful landmarks located in the garden. A prominent one of them is the pyramid of flowers that reaches a height of about 10 metres covering an area of about 144 metres.
Visit the spice markets in Dubai
If you’re looking for cultural exposure and history away from the hectic city centre, you can head to Old Dubai and visit the local spice market and the nearby gold souks. This area is highly touristy and you will experience a great time without doubt if you are looking for the old side of this charming city.
The vendors of the traditional spice market are so amicable with the visitors ranging from professional chefs to ordinary customers looking to spice up their favourite recipes and a wide range of nuts, oils, saffron and other spices are available for any recipe.
You can have a wonderful experience as you wander through the spice market in Dubai and discover new flavours, recipes and a variety of aromatic herbs and spices.
Experience the Iconic Atlantis Hotel
No hotel in Dubai is as classic and iconic as Atlantis. Newly wedded couples across the world choose Atlantis hotel as their honeymoon destination because of its romantic ambience. Decorated in an Arabic and oceanic style, all rooms offer a balcony with stunning views. They also have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities and a minibar, while some rooms have a stunning spacious terrace with panoramic views of the Palm or Large spa bathtub in the centre of the bathroom.
holiday essentials. Guests can also book a helicopter ride for a 15-minute trip around Dubai or an airport shuttle service. Mall of the Emirates can be reached in 20 minutes. By car, the property is 3 km from Emirates Golf Club.
This hotel which resembles a mansion has a lot to offer for its visitors with its own water adventure park, a variety of restaurants, a spa and its own private beach.
Skiing in Dubai
You may never think that there is the possibility of skiing when you visit this scorching desert and feel its high temperatures.
But you can imagine that this is really possible here, inside the labyrinth of the Mall of the Emirates you will find the ski slope in Dubai, which is a completely man-made indoor ski resort.
There is only one snow slope to ski, but it’s a great activity if you want to burn some energy and try skating inside the walls.
Wildlife in Dubai
Last but not least, you cannot come to Dubai without seeing the unique wildlife. Arabian Oryx is the UAE’s national animal. During your desert tour, you can have the sight of oryx and deer.
In Dubai deserts Oryx and gazelle are the most common animals and they are easy to spot and see in the desert. Especially oryx appear in contrast with the golden dunes.
The other desert animals include Sand Cat, Houbara, Barbary Falcon, Rupell’s Fox, Sand Gazelle, Arabian Sand Gecko, Egyptian Spiny-tailed Lizard (Dhub), Desert Monitor, Arabian Horned Viper and the Yellow-Spotted Agama.
Among the wild animals in Dubai, there are endangered and threatened ones too. For example, the Arabian Leopard is critically endangered and Striped Hyena is near threatened.
In Dubai, there is so much to visit and enjoy for any visitor at any age. Therefore, having a tour to Dubai is worth the investment.
