Dubai Attractions
What's To Do In Town?
Dubai is filled with world-class accommodations, amazing shopping and the finest dining imaginable. However,
what is there to do in the area? You'll find a wide array of Dubai attractions, from natural wonders to manmade sights. To make the most of your
trip, you'll need to know where to go. How do you find the best attractions in the area? Here are a few of the top choices for fun in
Dubai.
Dubai Beaches
Dubai is located on the Arabian Sea and features hundreds of miles of amazing beaches. However, the very best
Dubai beaches are located just off of Jumeria Road. Be warned, though; many of the beaches in the area are privately owned by hotels and resorts.
You'll find public access beaches tucked in between, though. You can access private beaches for a fee, though. This allows you the widest range
of options. Al Mamzar Park features a great public beach that costs nothing to visit.
Gold Shopping
Dubai is home to many things, including some of the most fantastic jewelry in the world. A number of the
world's top diamond cutters have relocated to the area, as well. If you want gold and diamond shopping, head over to the Covered Gold Souk in
Deira. You'll find international pieces in a variety of themes, from Italian to Indian and much more. Dubai's malls also offer great jewelry
shopping, though you can expect to pay mall prices, as well. The Sharajah Blue Souk is a well-kept local secret; you can find more incredible
jewelry there.
Golfing Fun
While you might not expect to find fairways in the heart of the desert, Dubai has accomplished even more
incredible marvels. You'll find 2 championship golf courses in the area. The Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club and the Emirates Golf Club both
offer fantastic golfing in the warm sunshine. The Emirates Golf Club is the home of the European PGA Desert Classic and was the first grass golf
course in the Middle East.
The Desert
While the opulence and beauty of Dubai may captivate you, the desert lies just outside the protective circle
of buildings. You'll find austere beauty in the shifting sands, as well as numerous ways to enjoy the desert. Enjoy a Bedouin camp, complete with
traditional camels. Take a 4-wheeler into the dunes and enjoy the freedom and feel of wind on your face. Even falconry is available for the
adventurous traveler.
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