Dubai Real Estate
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Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa From
USD
97
Dubai Beach, Dubai
268 rooms. Located between Dubai & Abu Dhabi, 25 kms from the Dubai Intl Airport. Over 13 restaurants and bars! Breakfast Included!
Le Royal Meridien Jumeirah Beach Resort & Spa From
USD
238
Dubai Beach, Dubai
500 rooms.
Ritz Carlton Dubai From
USD
271
Dubai Beach, Dubai
138 rooms.
Oasis Beach Hotel From
USD
117
Dubai Beach, Dubai
252 rooms.
| Location : Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club Cuisine: International, Seafood P.O. Box 6302 , Dubai , UAE Tel: 04-2956000 |
Location : Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Spa Cuisine: International, Seafood PO Box 26525, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: 04-3993333 |
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Location : Dubai Creek Golf |
Location : Sheikh Zayed Road |
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Location : Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa |
Location : Dusit Dubai |
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Location : Al Bustan Rotana Hotel |
Location : Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club |
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Location : Emirates Golf Club |
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albustan.hotel@rotana.com |
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almaha@emirates.com |
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reservationa@madinatjumeirah.com |
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info@babalshams.com |
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info@burj-al-arab.com |
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cpdxb@cpdxb.co.ae |
Sheikh Zayed Road |
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reservations@dxbmarine.com |
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info@dusitdubai.com |
Sheikh Zayed Road |
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eth@emirates-towers-hotel.com |
Sheikh Zayed Road |
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dubai.reservations@fairmont.com |
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reservations.grandhyattdubai@hyattintl.com |
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reservations.jumeirah@hilton.com |
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marriot@emirates.net.ae |
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reservations@le-meridien-dubai.com |
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reservation@lemeridien-minaseyahi.com |
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Several attractive parks decorate Dubai, which is stunning since Dubai has come a long way from a simple desert country to a cosmopolitan “greener†country filled with green patches suitable for weekend outings or agreeable afternoons when the weather is apposite. |
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Al Wasl Park |
Al Wasl park is known for being a small family park with a childrens play area and many convenient shaded areas for more relaxing siesta time. Located off Al Wasl road right behind the Iranian Hospital , its is easily accessible since its not so far from many residential areas. Entry is for free and the opening hours are between 8 am and 9:30 pm on the weekends. From Saturday to Wednesday the park is restricted to women and children. |
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Al Mamzar Park |
A relatively large park, Al Mamzar park covers an area of 106 hectares of pure beauty. It offers a mix of barbecue sites and private chalets for rent, a swimming pool and snack bars. A shuttle train is also part of the attraction along with a sheltered beach area and safe lagoon with many different children play areas. Piped oriental music is played all day giving a nice finicky atmosphere which can be enjoyed on the green patchy picnic areas. Al Mamzar Park is located around 5 km after the turn off point to the Hamriya Port. |
The entrance is fairly priced; 5 DHS per person or 30 DHS per car since a large parking also welcomes you at the entrance. As for the swimming pool, he entrance is 10 for adults and only 5 dh for children. Opening hours are from 8 am to 10 pm daily and Wednesdays are limited to women and children only. |
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Creekside Park |
Known to be a very large family oriented park with many children's play areas, train, walking and jogging paths, barbecue sites, amphitheatre (which seats around 1,200 people), an information booth, an 18 hole mini golf course, 3 jetties for fishing and a few exit points for abras (boat trips that are also going to be introduced at a later date). |
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The entry fee is also reasonable; 5 DHS per person and opening hours are between 8 am and 10 pm daily. On Wednesdays, again, the park is restricted to woman and children only. |
Shopping Malls |
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Burjuman Centre |
04 3520222 |
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Deira City Centre |
04 295 1010 |
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Shopping Mall |
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Ibn Battuta Shopping Mall (Gardens Mall) |
04 882 1414 |
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Shopping Malls |
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Lamcy Plaza |
04 335 9999 |
lamcydxb@emirates.net.ae |
Mercato Mall |
04 344 4161 |
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Souk Madinat Jumeirah |
04 366 8888 |
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Wafi Mall |
04 324 4555 |
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Al Ghurair City |
04 222 5222 |
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The Beach Centre |
04 344 9054 |
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The Boulevard at Emirates Towers |
04 319 8999 |
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Jumeirah Centre |
04 349 9702 |
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Town Centre |
04 344 0111 |
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Jumeirah Plaza |
04 349 7111 |
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Oasis Centre |
04 339 5459 |
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Palm Strip |
04 346 1462 |
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Reef Mall |
04 224 2240 |
infodesk1@reefmall.ae |
The Village Mall |
04 344 7714 |
enquiries@thevillagedubai.com |
Tour Operators |
Contact Details |
Net Tours |
04 266 8661 |
Escapades |
04 353 4444 |
Orient Tours |
04 282 2199 |
Leisure Time |
04 332 7226 |
Quality Tours |
04 297 4000 |
Gulf Ventures |
04 209 5568 |
Creek Cruises |
04 393 9860 |
Relax Tourism |
04 345 0889 |
Desert Rangers |
04 340 2408 |
Sunflower Tours |
04 334 5554 |
Voyagers Xtreme |
04 345 4505 |
Creekside Leisure |
04 336 8406 |
Lama Desert Tours |
04 334 4330 |
Arabian Adventures |
04 303 4888 |
Danat Dubai Cruises |
04 351 1117 |
Off-Road Adventures |
04 343 2288 |
Arabian Desert Tours |
04 268 2880 |
East Adventure Tours |
04 335 5530 |
Khasab Travel & Tours |
04 266 9950 |
Turner Travel& Tourism |
04 345 4505 |
North Star Expeditions LLC |
04 332 8702 |
SNTTA Travel & Tours (L.L.C) |
04 282 9000 |
Planet Travel Tours & Safaris |
04 282 2199 |
Dubai Travel & Tourist Services |
04 336 7727 |
In the days before electricity and air conditioning, Dubai Creek used to be lined by a mass of wind towers that kept the local houses cool. The Bastakiya district is a step back in time, laden as it is with traditional courtyard houses, bedecked with these wind towers. The Bastakiya area is currently closed for major renovation, with improved visitor facilities planned for its transformation into a 'tourist village'.
East of Dubai Souk on Al-Fahidi Street
Transport: Bus 19 or abra to Bur Dubai.
Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's House
Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum's House is one of the oldest houses in the city, as well as one of the best examples of traditional architecture. Built from sandstone, in 1896, the house offers sweeping views out towards the sea - although the view has been slightly obscured by recent development. The one-time ruler of Dubai used the house to monitor trade in and out of the country. The house was reopened as a museum in 1986; it also contains an exhibition illuminating Dubai's development from the 1940s to the late 1960s.
Near Al-Shindagha Tunnel, Al-Shindagha Road
Tel: (04) 393 7139.
Transport: Bus 8, 16, 19 or 20.
Opening hours: Sat-Thurs 0830-1930 and Fri 1330-1930.
Admission: Dh2.
Jumeirah Mosque
The Jumeirah Mosque is the most photographed building in the city and an impressive example of modern Islamic architecture. Built along medieval Fatimid lines, entirely of stone, the mosque and its two minarets are unmistakable. It is particularly attractive at night, when subtle lighting increases its dramatic effect. Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter mosques in Dubai, although they can enter this one if on an organised tour. Visitors should call the tourist office to check if these are available.
Al-Jumeirah Road
Transport: Bus 8 or 20.
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours; access to non-Muslims through organised tours only.
Admission: Free.
Grand Mosque
The Grand Mosque was only rebuilt in 1998 and boasts the city's tallest minaret, at 70m (231ft). Located on the Bur Dubai side of the creek, near the Ruler's Court, the Grand Mosque consists of nine large domes and 45 smaller ones. This huge religious edifice can house up to 1200 worshippers.
Ali ibin Ali Talib Street
Transport: Bus 19.
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours; entrance to non-Muslims is forbidden.
Admission: Free.
Souks (markets)
The souks, or traditional markets, are one of Dubai's greatest attractions. They are located on both sides of the creek, with the most impressive on the Deira side. The highlight is the colourful Spice Market, which abounds with exotic aromas and bustles with locals seeking bargains. Wandering around the atmospheric souks is a good way for visitors to get in touch with how life was in Dubai, before oil was discovered.
Deira Covered Souk, Al-Sabkha Road
Deira Old Souk or Spice Souk, 67 Street
Deira Gold Souk, Sikkat al-Khali Street
Perfume Souk, Sikkat al-Khali Street
Electronics Souk, Al-Sabkha Road and Al-Maktoum Hospital Road
Dubai Souk, Bur Dubai
Transport: Bus 5, 16, 19 or 20 all drop off at souks in both Bur Dubai and Deira.
Opening hours: Daily 0700-1200 and 1700-1900; Fri 1700-1900.
Admission: Free.
Children's City
Opened in March 2002, at Dubai Creekside Park, Children's City is proving a big hit with both local and international youngsters. The 7700sq-metre (82,882sq-ft) development takes young minds on a journey through the human body, science and space, with the help of different ‘zones'. With plenty of hands-on action to keep even the most demanding children occupied, this is no dull old museum. All exhibits are in English as well as Arabic.
Creekside Park
Tel: (04) 334 0808.
Website: www.childrencity.ae
Transport: Bus 19.
Opening hours: Sat-Thu 0900-2200, Fri 1600-2200.
Admission: Dh15; Dh10 (children under-16); family concessions available.
Dubai Museum
The building that houses the Dubai Museum, Al-Fahidi Fort, is an attraction in itself. The historic fort, dating back as far as 1799, was converted into a museum, in 1970. The exhibits range from old weapons and pearl-diving outfits to an impressive range of military artefacts. Some of the most fascinating exhibits are those recovered from the 3000 to 4000-year-old graves at Al-Ghusais.
Al-Fahidi Road
Tel: (04) 353 1862.
Transport: Bus 19.
Opening hours: Daily 0830-1930.
Admission: Dh3.
Majlis Ghorfat Um-Al-Sheef
At the Majlis Ghorfat Um-Al-Sheef, it is possible to delve into the opulent world of the moneyed men of Dubai. The late ruler of Dubai, Ghorfat Um-Al-Sheef, used this building as his ‘home from home' but it is now open to the public. The building dates back to 1955 and its most impressive feature are the majlis gardens, which include a reproduction of a traditional Arab irrigation system.
17 Street, off Al-Jumeirah Road
Tel: (04) 394 6343.
Transport: Bus 8.
Opening hours: Daily 0730-1430 and 1630-2100.
Admission: Dh1.
Heritage Village
The Heritage Village is an attempt to weave in some local colour among Dubai's rapidly developing 21st-century skyline. The emphasis is on recreating the Bedouin way of life, with locals dressed in traditional garb, displays of traditional handicrafts, song and dance. Local handicrafts are also available for purchase. There is also a small section for children, with a smattering of things to keep young visitor's occupied.
Near Shindagha Tunnel, Al-Shindagha Road
Tel: (04) 393 7151.
Transport: Bus 8, 16, 19 or 20.
Opening hours: Sat-Thurs 0800-2200 and Fri 1600-2200.
Admission: Free.
It said Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued a decree setting up the state committee to take the necessary measures to transform the Dubai Financial Market into a shareholding company.
The government of Dubai will hold an 80-per cent stake in the company and 20 per cent is to be put to subscription in an initial public offering, the agency said. It did not give a timetable.
The Dubai bourse index has fallen more than 50 per cent this year, as the region has been hit by a stock slump following strong gains earlier.