Dubai: The city of hyperbole

Will the economic crisis to slow the
breakneck growth, despite all the glamorous
city of United Arab Emirates continues to be a
notable tourist destination of relaxation,
shopping and discovery.Whatever you say
about Dubai is little and unable to pay even
the minimum of opulence and wealth of
cosmopolitan city in the United Arab Emirates. Deluxe multi-star hotels, fine restaurants, nightlife, beautiful beaches, and exemplary safety Arabic hospitality have

transformed the once insignificant village of Gulf into a modern metropolis,

for a first class resort for tourists, middle and high income.Over the last decade,

the exotic Dubai is the fastest growing tourist destination in the world. How was it really on the hot,

bare sand of the Arabian desert to create, literally out of nothing, one of the best and most

popular holiday destinations?

Things are simple: build some of the most luxurious hotels around the world, offers high service level,

supports the unbridled consumerism creating impressive shopping malls, fix infrastructure

and facilities that rival-and sometimes beyond-the respective western and imposes no tax !

Dubai offers many activities and options, both for fans of adventure and for lovers of relaxation

and well being. Rides camels in the desert by Jeep 4x4 trips in the dunes,

swimming and windsurfing in the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf, shopping

therapy in the bazaars and luxurious malls in the city, dining at ethnic

restaurants and luxury in the desert in Bedouin tents, skis in a closed (indoor)

ski folklore and belly dancing in traditional Arabic music are some of the experiences

that will remain unforgettable for those who travel in the artificial paradise of Dubai.They plan a future without oil
The United Arab Emirates was founded in 1971 and consists of 7 Emirates: the Abu Dhabi,

in Ajman, in Dubai, in Fujairah, the Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah and the Umm al-Quwain.

Each emirate is an independent and autonomous, has its own identity and follow

independent economic course.
Dubai is the capital of the emirate's second largest (3,900 sq. km. Kms) and had the

good fortune to be managed by leaders with vision, the family of Sheikh Al Maktoum.

In late 1960, with the discovery of oil started to implement a massive development

program by building schools, housing estates, hospitals and roads.
Also part of the revenue from oil sales was provided by Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed

Al Maktoum to improve the quality of life. In early 1990, when it was found that

black gold is ultimately inexhaustible, the sons of Sheikh Rashid-wanting to release

the economic growth of the Emirate of more modest oil reserves, invest in other sources

of wealth, such as tourism, Trade and construction activity. This was the beginning of a

boom that transformed the emirate and changed dramatically the economics of the map

of the Middle East.
The large free trade zones have attracted many multinational companies, construction

orgasm (the largest in human history) filled the Dubai luxury hotels and skyscrapers,

while tourists from 600,000 in 1992, arrived in 2009 to 13,000,000!The tallest, most expensive, most lavish
From an obscure little town in the desert, Dubai has transformed into a modern

"City of exaggeration, who hunts now the biggest, tallest, most expensive,

most lavish. Here is the world's tallest building (Burj Dubai), the biggest

technical Island (Palm Island), the largest artificial ski resort (Ski Dubai)

and the largest Shopping Mall in the world (Emirate Mall).
Even hotels in Dubai are on their own sites, and indeed unique. The «Burj-al-Arab»

(Arab Tower) is the highest of seven (!) Star in the world. Hallmark of Dubai, cloth-like

sailing, rises 321 meters above sea level and within the tour costs 70 Euro per person!
Equally spectacular is the closest hotel «Madinat Jumeirah», the famous 'Venice' in Dubai,

with artificial lakes and canals.
Designed by local architecture, resembling an ancient Arabian citadel. But the hotel

«Atlantis Hotel Palm Island», 1373 with spacious rooms and 166 suites, a benchmark

for the largest aquarium and marine park in the Middle East hosts.And, of course, all international hotel chains (Hilton, Le Meridien, Marriott, Crown Plaza, etc.) have put

"feet" in Dubai, which currently has the highest concentration of luxury hotels per square kilometer

in the world. In all these fine hotels run the best restaurants in UAE,

offering a delicious and exciting multi-cuisine to satisfy even the most discerning palate.City tour and desert
Within a couple of days, visitors can see the futuristic building awe-inspiring to wander in large

shopping malls, to taste the luxury of long life and live the scent of the desert dunes of

the emirate.
The tour in Dubai proves an unexpected switch of traditional and modern images that

attract the gaze of tourists.
Yourself or a group, get to know the city that combines West and East, beginning Avenue

Sheikh Zayed Road, with some 250 skyscrapers. Pinnacle of the extreme competition of

the glamorous skyscrapers is the Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world (824.55 m),

which opened on 4/1/2010.In the coastal area of ​​Jumeirah, the luxury homes of the wealthy families of Dubai and the title

pane, you can admire the stunning hotels «Burj-al-Arab» and «Madinat Jumeirah»,

have fun in Wild Wadi amusement park and walk to the famous Palm Island, giant

artificial palm-shaped island.
Hundreds of celebrities from around the world have bought their own house on the

island of dreams. In Al Bastakia Old Town visit the imposing fort Al Faheidi, the oldest

building (1799) still held in Dubai.
Inside the fortress there is a basement Folk Museum, which presents the most modern audiovisual

equipment, the development of the emirate in time. Attempt at crossing the

narrow Gulf Dubai Creek with a traditional wooden boat taxi Abra. Skip to the opposite

bank, and browse the quaint bazaar (souk) of the goldsmiths and merchants of silk and spices.
The desert surrounding Dubai is another exciting field that offers excitement, either by c

amel or vehicle 4x4. Experience the adventure of the desert and enjoy the beauty,

experiencing the peak of the yellow dune a romantic sunset.When to go
The climate in Dubai is hot and very humid because of the combination of sea and desert.

In winter, temperatures range from 8-21oC, while the summer months, the mercury

exceeding 45oC. The best time to go to Dubai from October to May.Traditional Markets
The traditional market (souk) in Dubai is divided into three areas.
A) «Gold Souk»: for gold jewelry Arabic style, very attractive prices.
B) «Spice Souk»: for those who love the aroma of spices from the East.
C) «Souk Al Kabeer»: you will find a huge variety of Indian silks, jewelry and colorful

folklore satin.Accommodation
All recommended hotels are many stars for a solid "wallets" and needs no introduction.

Just stay on them is an unforgettable experience. «Burj Al Arab» (009714 3017777,

www.burj-al-arab.com), «Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa» (009714 3461111,

www.dxbmarine.com), «Emirates Tower Hotel» (009714 3300000,

www. jumeirahemira-testowers.com), «Le Meridien

Mina Seyahi Beach Resort» (009714 3993333, www.starwoodhotels.com / lemeridien),

«Hotel Majestic» (009714 3598888, www.dubaimajestic.com), «Jumeirah Beach Hotel»

(00971 4 3480000, www.jumeirah.com).FOOD
You can choose dishes from around the world, you will find Indian, Thai, Indonesian,

Chinese, Iranian and European cuisine. The local Arabic based on fish, meat, rice,

dates and spices such as cloves, saffron and cardamom. All major hotels have

excellent restaurants,

highly recommended: «Al Mahara»
(hotel «Burj-Al-Arab»), «Ashiana» (hotel «Sheraton Dubai Creek»), «Tang»
(hotel «Meridien Mina Seyahi»), «Elea (Greek cuisine restaurant in the

hotel«Majestic») and«Vu's & Al Nafoorah» (hotel«Emirates Tower Hotel»).Shopping till you drop
For many, shopping is the ultimate goal of a trip to Dubai. Many shopping centers,

difficult choice! «Al Ghurair City»: the city's oldest mall in the heart of Deira, with 200

stores. "Vurjuman": the biggest mall, with products from Chanel, Prada, Kenzo,

Ralph Lauren, Celine. «Deira City Center»: great bargains and discounts on the label

H & M, Harvey Nichols, Jimmy Choo, Gucci. «Emirates Towers Boulevard»:

elegant markets, with emphasis on designers like Prada, Miu Miu and Chloe. There are

also mall «Ibn Battuta», «Wafi City», «Mercato» and «Lamcy Plaza».
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