Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Handy local info
Currency - The UAE dirham
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Visa requirements from UK - Free of charge visitor visa upon arrival for 30 days
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Airport - Dubai International Airport (code - DXB)
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Climate - highest temperatures tend to be July and August, average 41 degrees. Lowest temperatures tend to be December & Jan, average temperature of 24 degrees.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Afternoon tea at The Burj Al Arab - Visit the world's only 7 seven star hotel for afternoon tea on the 27th Floor.