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• Dubai
Where: Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates, which lie at the northeastern part of the Arabian Peninsula and are bordered by Saudi Arabia, Oman, the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Gulf.
Airport: Dubai International Airport is extremely central.
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Top attractions: Camel, horse and boat racing are highly popular and the emirate is also known for its gold and spice souks; Wild Wadi and WonderLand
are both family-orientated theme parks.
Noted museums: The Al Boom tourist village recreates the nomadic life
of Bedouins.
Cuisine: Modern Arabic cuisine usually means a mix of Moroccan, Tunisian, Iranian, Egyptian and even Afghani influences but in Dubai most food is Lebanese. Typical ingredients include beef, lamb, chicken, rice, nuts, dates, seafood and spices.
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When to go: The ideal time to visit is between October and April. Nightlife: For a city of its size, Dubai boasts a large number of bars, pubs and nightclubs.
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Sporting events: The Dubai Tennis Championships starts on February 19, 2007 and runs through to March 3. The tennis championships will be held at the
Dubai Tennis Stadium at the The Aviation Club. For further information, contact ria. espenilla@ddf.ae. Meanwhile, the Dubai Desert Classic 2007 European PGA Tour golf tournament is being held from February 1 to February 4 at the Emirates Golf Club. For an update, contact info@golfindubai.org or go to www.golfindubai.org.
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Famous hotels: The Burj al Arab, a 7-star property shaped like a giant sail and the Al Bustan Rotana are famed worldwide. Many international chains also
operate including InterContinental, Hyatt, Ritz-Carlton and Le M?ridien.
Shopping centres: Al Fahidi Street lies at the heart of the Bur Dubai souk. Bargaining is expected! The airport has a highly regarded duty free
shopping area.
What’s nearby: Outside the city of Dubai stretch salt flats and deserts. In the western part of the country is the infamous Rub Al Khali or Empty
Quarter desert, the largest sand desert in the world; to the east rise the dramatic Hajar Mountains.
Local currency: The Dirham (Dhs), divided into 100 ‘fils’. The unit is pegged to the US dollar at a rate of US$1 = Dhs3.67.
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Local prices: Cost of a meal in a restaurant: from Dhs20 (daily buffet) to Dhs75 (a la carte); cup of coffee – Dhs5; Big Mac – Dhs10; cinema ticket
– Dhs30.
Local transport: Buses are plentiful and cheap. Both metered and non-metered taxis are available, rates for the latter being highly negotiable.
Uniquely: The World, a series of man-made islands in the shape of the world, home to private accommodations and exclusive resorts.
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