12- Reasons, Why To Visit Dubai

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Dubai's Attraction

 Dubai is a place with endless options to visit. It is also known to be as ‘ THE LAND OF RECORDS. ‘  World’s tallest building, longest zipline, largest shopping mall, fastest elevator, biggest desert, etc are found in Dubai. There are endless options for visitors to visit. For nature lovers, adventure lovers, food lovers, kids, men, and women, everyone has a place or event of his/her choice. No one can feel disappointed and dejected in that country. There are world-class places to visit. From shopping, boating, beach visit, Dubai Marina, and Dubai eye, countless options are available. Tourists can have a good time there. Dubai is well known for the combination of old with the new.

Dubai used to be a small Bedouin village. No one would have ever wondered that it would become a place where a large number of people all over the world will visit to shop and have fun. A city that used to be known for oil only has become a benchmark city in the whole world. It has become a city that welcomes all the tourists throughout the world with warmth and love. Dining in the world’s most luxurious 7-star hotel or the street food in the city can’t be questioned in any way. You can conclude that Dubai is the most developed city in the world having the best resorts, best beaches, and best hotels in the world. I can say everything here is the best. Now let’s start with the reasons, why one should visit Dubai:

1. The Arabian/Dubai Desert

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The Arabian Desert is the largest in Asia. The most incredible sight, the ‘Dubai Skyline’, lies outside the city. It’s a complete package ie one can see the beauty of nature, multiple sights to visit, live entertainment, and a delicious dinner that too in one go. You can have a camel ride over there also. After your adventures in the Desert, you are greeted at AL KHAYAMA Camp, where the tourists are served coffee and snacks. You can also have sight of the most famous sunset in the Arabian Desert. You can capture the non-forgettable moments before returning to your hotel.

How To Reach The Arabian Desert From Dubai Airport:

Driving distance: 34kms

Time Taken: 25minutes

There are 5 modes by which one can reach the Dubai desert from Dubai Airport.

a. Using A Subway

    Time Taken: 52minutes

     Money Needed: Rs 130 -Rs 150

b. Using A Taxi

    Time Taken: 25 minutes

    Money Needed: Rs 1600- Rs 2000

c.  Line 33, 83 Bus

    Time Taken: 1h 50m

    Money Needed: Rs 190- Rs 269

d.  Drive

     Time Taken: 25 minutes

     Money Needed: Rs 120- Rs180

e. Town Car

    Time Taken: 25minutes

    Money Needed: Rs 4300- Rs 6000

2. Dubai Festival

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It is the main source of attraction for tourists from all over the world. The atmosphere during the fest is electrifying. You will be astonished to know the fact that nearly 80 million tourists visit Dubai annually. Out of these 80 million people, around 50 million people visit Dubai during the season of this fest which lasts nearly a month.

3. Burj Khalifa

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The tallest building in the world has its charm. It has been equipped with the world’s fastest elevator. The building has 163 floors and is 2,723ft high. From the balcony of the 125th floor, one can have a 360-degree panoramic view. You can have a full glimpse of that view using one of the telescopes placed over there and can know about the architecture and technology behind the Middle Eastern icon. Whereas you can also have a look at Dubai Fountain while standing on that balcony. You also can have a marvel look at the world’s largest dancing fountain which has been built on the Burj Khalifa Lake. Overall the scene is going to be unforgettable.

How To Reach Burj Khalifa From Dubai Airport

a. Using Subway

    Time taken: 35minutes

    The amount charged: Rs 95- Rs 130

b. By line 77, 27 bus

    Time taken: 1 hour 13 minutes

    Fare: Rs 117- Rs 163

c. By Taxi

    Time Taken: 12 minutes

    Fare: Rs 950- Rs Rs 1200

d. Drive:

    Time Taken: 12 minutes

    Fare: Rs 50- Rs 8

e. Town Car

    Time Taken: 12 minutes

    Fare: Rs 3,700- Rs 5,500

4. Desert Safari

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In Dubai far away from hustle and bustle of the city, you can also enjoy the calm surroundings of the desert. You can book your pickup from your hotel and can start a journey to the remote desert of Lehbab which is nearly 50kms from the main city center and can have a ride on a camel’s back or can have a quad bike experience. You can see dunes being formed in the area. A vehicle like Land Cruiser slips and slides like a pendulum of the watch. You can store memories in your cameras before being dropped back at your Hotel.

How To Reach Desert Safari From Dubai Airport

From Dubai Airport the distance to be covered to reach Desert Safari is 4.4kms. Ways by which you can reach Desert Safari are:

a. Bus or Taxi

    Time Taken: 1 hour and 16minutes.

    Fare: Rs 1113- Rs 1400

b. Airport Terminal3 Metro Station 1

    Time Taken: 5 minutes

    Fare: Rs70- Rs 100

c. Rashidiya Bus Station, Gate 3

    Time Taken: 40minutes

    Fare: Rs 140- Rs 200

d. Taxi On Demand

    Time Taken: 17minutes

    Fare: Rs 900- Rs 1000

5. Breakfast Or BBQ In Marina

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This is also one of the most attractive parts of a trip to Dubai. Dubai is a yacht tour with BBQ. You can enjoy breakfast or BBQ on the board. Before boarding your yacht you receive a red carpet welcome. You will be served with juices and food according to your requirement. A special area for dinner is also available there having 3 beautiful cabins with natural lights. You can also take your seats in the open area under the sun or in the shade. You can spend quality time with your nears and dears along with quality food.

How To Reach Marina From Dubai Airport

a. Using Subway

    Time Taken: 48minutes

    Fare: Rs 130- Rs 180

b. Bus, Line 8 Bus

    Time Taken: 2 hours and 10 minutes

    Fare: Rs 201- Rs 280

c. By Taxi

    Time Taken: 24 minutes

    Fare: Rs 1600- Rs 2000

d. Drive

    Time Taken: 24 minutes

    Fare: Rs 120- Rs 180

e. Town Car

    Time Taken: 24 minutes

    Fare: Rs 4300- Rs 6000

6. Dubai Water Park For Aquaventures

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You can enjoy it at Dubai’s Aquaventure water park. It is the largest water park in the East. You can enjoy dozens of rides and slides over there. You can have a ride through the dark and twisting tunnel. A game known as battle with the King of Sea is very famous there. Be ready to fight with the King. You can have a challenging, never testing ride on Ziggurat. I am sure it’s going to thrill you. After getting tired you can relax yourselves with some light snacks available there. Children can also enjoy themselves a lot along with their elders.

How To Reach Dubai Water Park From Dubai Airport

There are 5 ways to reach the spot from Dubai Airport. I am going to explain them one by one.

a. Subway

    Time Taken: 1 hour and 25 minutes

    Fare: Rs 510- Rs 579

b. Line 77 Bus, Palm Monorail

    Time Taken: 2 hours 31 minutes

    Fare: Rs 549- Rs 640

c. By Taxi

    Time Taken: 30 minutes

    Fare: Rs 1800- Rs 2200

d. Drive

    Time Taken: 30 minutes

    Fare: Rs 130- Rs 200

e. Town Car

    Time Taken: 30 minutes

    Fare: Rs 4400- Rs 6500

7. Dubai- Aquarium & Burj Khalifa Combo

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It is a combo pack offered to tourists. I have explained Burj Khalifa in point 3. The aquarium in Dubai is the world’s largest aquarium. It has its charm. You can avail the combo offer of going down into the depth of the aquarium to the top of the shy ie the top floor of Burj Khalifa in combo ticket and also on the same day. There you can find 4850 different aquatic species in the aquarium. You can also visit the Zoo built underwater and can have enthralling moments. You will find rare species of aquatic life in the aquarium. If you have bought a ticket to touch the height of the sky, then be prepared to ride the world’s fastest elevator to reach the 125th floor from where you can witness majestic scenes of Dubai.

8. Miracle Garden

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Miracle Garden in Dubai is the world’s largest natural flower garden. It has nearly 50 million flowers in it. Most of you would never have seen such a large variety of flowers that too at one place. Don’t forget to bring your camera with you. There you can capture the moments with your family and with the most astonishing flowers in the world. You will find a colorful airport with familiar faces such as Mikey Mouse, Mini Mouse, and their friends. You can enjoy an unforgettable experience along with your family or friends.

How To Reach Miracle Garden From Dubai Airport

It will take nearly 23 minutes to reach Miracle Garden from Dubai Airport. The distance between the two places is 34.8 km. The cost-effective way to reach Miracle Garden is to drive which costs the least. You can hire a taxi also. You choose the way to reach the spot according to your affordability and availability.

9. Dubai Under Water Zoo

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This is another sample of fantastic artwork in which underwater tunnels have been made. You can see the whole aquatic world through these transparent tunnels. You will feel yourselves in another world which is the home of thousands of endangered species. If you love adventures you can swim with the Sharks that are found in the Shark tanks. The world’s Biggest Crocodile weighing 750kgs is found here. You can see underwater endangered tigers, sharks and so many other species in this zoo.

How To Reach Dubai Underwater Zoo From Airport

 It will take nearly 17 minutes to reach the Underwater zoo from the Airport if you go on Sheikh Rashid Road/E11 and nearly 19 minutes if you go via Al Khail Road/D68. You can use the mode of transportation according to your budget and wish. These are the modes along with their fares.

a. Subway

    Time Taken: 39 minutes

    Fare: Rs 95- Rs 130

b. Line 27 Bus

    Time Taken: 1 hour 4 minutes

    Fare: Rs 131- Rs 178

c. Taxi

    Time Taken: 12 minutes

    Fare: Rs 900- Rs 1100

d. Drive

    Time Taken: 12 minutes

    Fare: Rs 45- Rs 75

e. Town Car

    Time Taken: 12 minutes

    Fare: Rs 3700- Rs 5000

10. Dubai Fountain

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It is the tallest fountain in the world and is the main source of attraction for tourists. You can take an Abra Boat ride to catch the marvel of this fountain and can witness it from just nine meters.  You can reserve a table for yourself in the restaurants by the lake and enjoy the lavish food in any of those.

How To Reach Dubai Fountain From Airport

a. Subway

    Time Taken: 38 minutes

    Fare: Rs 95- Rs 130

b. Line 77, 27 Bus

    Time Taken: 1 hour 16 minutes

    Fare: Rs 117- Rs 163

c. Taxi

    Time Taken: 13 minutes

    Fare: Rs 950- Rs 1200

d. Drive

    Time Taken: 13 minutes

    Fare: Rs 50- Rs 80

e. Town Car

    Time Taken: 13 minutes

    Fare: Rs 3,700- Rs 5,500

11. Dubai Mall

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It is the world’s largest shopping complex. It shelters around 1200 stores in it, nearly 120 Restaurants, and 22 cine screens are there under one roof. There are plenty of parking spaces available there. Amid the Mall, you can notice a human waterfall that traverses all four floors of the Mall. This is a work of excellence. There is a part in the Mall known as ‘ Kidzania ‘ This part has been specially constructed for children. The children have to complete some tasks here and they earn for that work on its completion. Their money is saved in Kidzania bank, which can be redeemed at the gift shop. This Mall has been built in around 440000 sq. feet area. All top-rated brands are available here.

There is an Ice Rink at Dubai Mall. This arena is made for public skating during the day and as a dance arena during the night. This arena is used for parties meant for ladies only and for celebrating birthdays of children also.

One of the cinemas present in the Mall is one of the world’s largest and most luxurious theaters. It offers a wide range of movies for children, men, and women.

How To Reach Dubai Mall

* Travelling by line 27 bus, will take 32 minutes from Airport Terminal 3 to reach Your destination.

12. Dubai Dino In Dubai Mall

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It is a place which attracts a large number of tourists. Here you can find a giant structure from prehistoric times. This skeleton is 24m long and 7m high. It is believed to be the skeleton of a giant animal found 150 million years ago. 

Best Time To Visit Dubai

Winters is the best season to visit Dubai that is from November to March. During this time weather is pleasant and best suited for all kinds of outdoor activities. Moreover, the Dubai festival is also held in January-February, when Dubai is crowded.

When One Should Avoid Visiting Dubai

July and August are when extreme hot conditions prevail in Dubai. During these months the whole city goes into hibernation. You will not be able to enjoy the outdoor activities because of excessive hot conditions.

Ashok Raina: Ashok Raina is a freelance writer specializing in general wellness, motivation and relationships, travel, and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Self, Glamour, and more.

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