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Dubai is an amazing city,
not only to visit, but also to live in. It
has all the makings of an affluent western
metropolis - futuristic buildings, amazing
hotels, cosmopolitan ambience,
state-of-the-art communications, mega malls
and other amenities like well-stocked
supermarkets, cheap petrol, superb sporting
facilities and clubs, and a diverse cultural
life.
The airport prepares the visitor for one aspect
of the country. It epitomizes the modern, commercial, hustling
bustling Dubai, which attracts foreign trade and industry like bees
to a honeypot.
Dubai counts on the tourist
industry to promote the Emirate to the
outside world. Recent events include the
World Cup of horse racing and the Dubai
Shopping Festival. The Dubai World Trade
Center, a 39-story tower, promotes international
business relationships and world trade
through hosting various exhibitions and
conferences throughout the year.
Dubai - The Great Incentive
Dubai offers incentive travel organizers
a destination, which is new and different,
combining variety and excitement with
professional destination management services
and top quality hotels. Dubai's unique
attraction is that it brings together in a
single, accessible location the highest
standards of comfort and convenience with
the adventure of Arabia-from the bustling
souks to the majestic desert. An exotic
destination with a cosmopolitan lifestyle,
Dubai has the right mix to make it the ideal
Solution for the incentive travel planner.
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Choice of internationally
experienced destination management
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Multi-lingual
guides and well-qualified
drivers.
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Modern
air-conditioned coaches for
airport transfers and excursion
tours.
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High-quality
roads and wide tree-lined
boulevards make getting around a
pleasure.
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Dubai is safe
and virtually crime-free. Women
can walk around unescorted even
at night.
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A wide choice of hotels
Wide choice of luxury modern
accommodation at competitive prices. Major
international hotel chains well
represented-Crown Plaza, Dusit, Hilton,
Howard Johnson, Hyatt Regency,
Inter-Continental, Le Meridian, Marriott,
Ramada, Renaissance, Ritz-Carlton, Rotana,
Sheraton-as well as luxury independents such
as the Burj Al Arab, City Center Hotel and
Residence, Dubai marine, Metropolitan and
Princeton.
Top class beach resort hotels: Burj Al
Arab, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa,
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Jebel Ali Hotel &
Golf Resort, Jumeirah Beach Club, Jumeirah
Beach Hotel, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach
Resort & Marina, Le Royal Meridien Beach
Resort & Spa, Metropolitan Resort & Beach
Club, Oasis Beach, Ritz-Carlton, Royal
Mirage Jumeira Beach Sheraton Jumeirah Beach
Hotel & Towers a mountain resort at Hatta
Fort, Plus the only ecotourism resort Al
Maha.
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Extensive range of restaurants
featuring cuisine from around the
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Alcohol is
served in Dubai's hotels.
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Varied
nightlife-bars, pubs, nightclubs
and discos.
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Fully equipped
conference and meeting rooms.
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Superb health
club and sporting facilities,
including pools and private
beaches.
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activities & sports |
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Swimming or relaxing by the poolside
or by Dubai's miles of clean
uncrowded sandy beaches. |
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Superb
watersports-sailing, fishing,
windsurfing, water skiing,
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Scuba diving
and snorkeling.
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Golf in the
Desert on championship standard
grass courses-Emirates Golf
Club, Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht
club and Dubai Golf and Racing
Club.
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Wide range of
other sports, from squash and
tennis to horse riding cycling,
ice skating, shooting, archery
and go-karting.
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A full
calendar of top class
international events-golf,
tennis, horses racing, rallying,
powerboat racing, football, and
rugby and sailing-makes Dubai
the "sports capital of the
Middle East".
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Geography
The second largest of the seven emirates,
which make up the United Arab Emirates,
Dubai is located on the southern shore
of the Arabian Gulf. It has an area of
some 3,900 square kilometers.
Economy
Oil contributes just 20 per cent of economic
production. Trading, manufacturing and
services including tourism - now dominate
the economy.Local Time
The UAE is four hours ahead of GMT.
Population
The population of Dubai was estimated as
5,402,375.Shopping in Dubai
One of Dubai's greatest visitor
attractions is its superb shopping. The city draws large numbers of
' shopping tourists' from countries within the region and from as
far as Eastern Europe, Africa and the Indian Subcontinent.
As an open port with low import duties,
Dubai's retail prices are reasonable and the
variety of products available is virtually
unrivalled
Free of tax, many top brand-name products
are cheaper in Dubai than in the countries
of their origin. Whatever the visitor's
tastes - be it couture from Paris or Milan,
hi-tech electronics from Japan, or a piece
of silver Bedouin jewellery - he or she will
find it at the right price in Dubai. In
addition to the souk districts and shopping
malls listed below, there are many top-class
department stores and boutiques throughout
the city.
Sightseeing Tours & Safaris
Half Day City Tour
Experience both the modern and the
ancient of Dubai. Our route takes us first
to the magnificent Jumeirah mosque,
continuing towards the World Trade Center -
one of the highest buildings in the Middle
East. On the way we pass some of the palaces
belonging to the Ruling family of Dubai.
After a short break by the Creek, we arrive
to the oldest part of the city, Bastakia
where old wind-towered houses of wealthy
merchants are still to be seen. Close by we
visit the fascinating Dubai Museum in the Al
Fahidi Fort, which has been there almost for
two centuries defending the settlers of
early days. We continue our tour through
material market taking a closer look at the
wind-towers on our way to Abras, local water
taxis, which will take us across the Creek
to the area of spice and gold souks. As the
final destination of this four hour tour we
will walk through the bustling alleys of
these souks being amazed by mystical aromas
of numerous spices and the breath-taking
amount of dazzling jewelry varying from
traditional to the latest designs at
amazingly affordable prices displayed by
almost 200 shops
Desert Safari (Half Day &Full Day Tour)
Timing: 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. with
Dinner
A spectacular drive that brings you closes
to the essence of Arabia. The desert tour
passes the magnificent undulating sand dunes
for an exciting experience of dune bashing
by 4 x 4 vehicles till you reach our Bedouin
village in the middle of the desert. On
arrival you have a chance of experiencing
camel rides, a falcon show and enjoy
traditional Arabic hospitality. Watch the
sun set in the horizon while drinking Arabic
coffee and eating dates. Enjoy a sumptuous
barbecue dinner and sit back to watch or
participate with our graceful and
titillating belly dancer. What better way to
experience a truly amazing Arabian night?
Dhow Cruise Evening Tour
Includes dinner & transfers
Timing 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
A Dhow Cruise on a traditional Arabian dhow
on the Dubai creek with dinner is a romantic
way of spending an evening. Board this dhow
and gently cruise along the moonlight creek
past Dubai's brilliantly illuminated
waterfront and the heart of Dubai.
WILD WADI WATER PARK (FULL DAY) - FAMILY/GROUP
Wild Wadi, set over five hectares, is
designed to welcome fun-seekers all year
round. The water temperature throughout the
park is maintained at 28 degrees Celsius,
ensuring the most enjoyable conditions
whatever the weather. The park is built to
resemble a typical wadi, with lush
vegetation amidst the ruins of a long lost
civilisation. Visitors experience of the
Wild Wadi is enriched by the legend that
inspired it's design and also by a rich cast
of characters. Some 24 individual rides and
water features await the intrepid rider.
Experience the exhilaration of
weightlessness on the 'Jumeirah Sceirah', a
speed slide that hurtles you at a speed of
upto 80 km per hour. It's the tallest and
fastest free fall speed slide outside North
America, cascading a breathtaking 100 feet
into the valley below.
Prices are available on request.
EAST COAST TOUR - FULL DAY (WITH
LUNCH)
US$41
Tour Guide Included in this trip
Timing: 9:00 Am. to 5:00 p.m.
This trip is an opportunity to witness the
greenery of the eastern emirates. We will
pass through the land of Dhaid, famous for
its oasis. With the thrills of the
mountainous landscape we arrive at Dibba,
the fishing village. From there we head for
the Bidaya mosque, the oldest one in the
U.A.E. Later, we proceed to Khorfakkan where
the beach will certainly entice us to go for
a refreshing swim
Day of Operation – Tuesdays.
DESERT WONDER (Half Day Desert Safari
With BBQ DINNER)
Everyday (16:00hrs –
21.30hrs)-Approximately
Adults: Dhs 285 (US$ 79)
Child (4-12years): Dhs.200 (US$ 55)
This tour departs in the afternoon across
the desert of Dubai with photo-stops during
an exciting dune drive to the first
destination - the camel farm. The drive
continues across the desert. Watch the
beautiful sunset and at our campsite you
have the opportunity to do camel riding,
sandboarding and try out a henna design on
hands or feet. After working up an appetite
enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and a
shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe).
Before returning watch our belly dancer
perform her show around the campfire by
starlight.
HALF-DAY Dubai City Tour
Everyday (13.30hrs – 19.30hrs) -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs 27$
Daily
Sample the historic sites and vibrant
cosmopolitan life of Dubai on this
comprehensive tour. The tour begins in
Jumeira, the picturesque palace and
residential area of Dubai; also home to the
famous Jumeira Mosque. The next stop is at
Sheikh Saeed House (former residence of the
ruling family). The tour then continues to
Al Bastakiya, the old part of Dubai, to
reach the museum located in Al Fahidi Fort.
All aboard the Abra (water taxi) to cross
the Creek to the spice souk. Before savoring
the sights and sounds of the fish, fruit and
vegetable market, there is time to shop in
the most famous landmark of Dubai – the Gold
souk.
THE PEARL OF THE GULF (HALF-DAY Sharjah
City Tour)
Saturdays and Wednesdays (08.00hrs –
11.00hrs) - Approximately Adults: (US$ 28)
This tour will take you to Sharjah, the
“Pearl of the Gulf”. One of the many
landmarks to see during the tour is King
Faisal Mosque, currently the largest mosque
in the Emirates.We visit the renovated Fort
of Sharjah, former residence of the ruling
family originally built in 1820, then
proceed to ‘Al Nabooddah House’, the museum
for cultural heritage. After strolling
through the adjacent souk ‘Al Arsa’ there is
a photo-stop at the Majarra souk. Before
returning, you have time to wander and shop
at the souk ‘Al Markazi’ – a treasure trove
of carpets, jewellery and handicrafts
MOUNTAIN SPRINGS (Full Day Hatta Safari)
Mondays, Wednesdays (08.00hrs – 16.00hrs)
- Approximately Adults: US$ 67
The Four-Wheel Drive vehicles cross a
variety of terrain on their way to Hatta
Gardens, with spectacular views across rocky
mountain passes. The first stop is at Hatta
Heritage Village. The Hatta Wadi (dry river
bed) winds through the mountains revealing
lush green oases and refreshing water pools.
Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch under the
shade of palm trees. After lunch the drive
continues across the majestic red sand dunes
before returning to Dubai/Sharjah
THE ARABIAN JEWEL (Full Day Abu Dhabi
City Tour)
Sundays (08.00hrs – 17.00hrs) -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs 185 (US$ 41)
Lunch en route, Not included in the Price
Discover the wonders of Abu Dhabi, capital
of the Emirates, known as the Arabian Jewel.
Jebel Ali Port, the biggest man-made port in
the world is one of the landmarks that we
pass by on the way to Abu Dhabi. On arrival,
the first destination is the Women’s
Handicraft Center; admire the skill and
dexterity of local ladies making traditional
handicrafts. The tour then proceeds to Abu
Dhabi’s oldest building, Al Husn Palace. At
the Petroleum Exhibition learn about ‘black
gold’ (oil), and then enjoy a magnificent
view of the city after driving along the
beautiful Corniche to the Breakwater. Before
returning to Dubai/ Sharjah, tour the Dhow
Yard, where wooden ships are still being
built using simple tools.
The Adventurer (Sand Boarding)
Everyday (08.00hrs – 11.00hrs) -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs.200 (US$ 40)
Our drive takes you to some of the most
beautiful red sand dunes of the desert in
Dubai. Upon reaching those dunes you have
the opportunities to try one of the most
popular sports in the deserts: Sand
Boarding. (Water & Soft drinks are served)
A Taste of the Desert (Full Day Desert
Safari)
Tuesdays (08.00hrs – 17.00hrs) -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs.250 (US$ 67)
The tour heads out east of Sharjah towards
the village of Falaj Al Mualla, passing by
fruit and vegetable farms en route to a
hidden mountain wadi. A delicious picnic
lunch is served in one of the most
picturesque oases of the Hajar mountains.
After lunch the drive continues across the
desert to Camel Rock, an unusual rock
formation hidden among the dunes, before
returning to Dubai/Sharjah.
THE GARDEN CITY (Full Day Al Ain City
Tour)
Thursdays (08.00hrs – 17.00hrs) -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs 185 (US$ 42)
Lunch en route, Not included in the price
Enjoy a great day out taking the sights and
sounds of the beautiful Garden City of Al
Ain and part of the Sultanate of Oman. The
tour begins with a drive through the
fascinating and ever changing desert scenery
before reaching the Hajar Mountains. In Al
Ain, we visit the museum & the renovated old
palace of H.H.Sheikh Zayed, ruler of Abu
Dhabi & President of the U.A.E.Step next
destination is the camel market, the largest
U.A.E.Step back in time at the Hili Gardens,
famous for the archaeological excavations
from the third millennium B.C. Pause to
admire the breathtaking red sand dunes with
time for a photo-stop on the return to Dubai
/ Sharjah.
Mountain Fascination (Full Day Musandam
Mountain Safari)
Sundays and Wednesdays (08.00hrs –
17.00hrs) - Approximately
Published Rate: Adults: Dhs.320 (US$ 83)
The excursion begins with a drive through
the oases of Al Dhaid and Masafi, then
reaches the village and port of Dibba,
located at the base of the magnificent Hajar
Mountains. To view the fascinating cliffs
and deep canyons the drive crosses the
Musandam Peninsula on off-road tracks
through winding gorges up to a height of
nearly 1200 meters. A Picnic lunch is served
en route. We continue through Wadi Bih with
its steep walls of rock and reach Ras Al
Khaimah. Return to Sharjah / Dubai.
An Ocean of Dunes (Full Day Liwa Safari)
Days – On request
Time Duration - 06.30hrs -17.00hrs -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs.450 (US$ 124)
Minimum 4 persons required The Liwa Oasis is
located south-west of Abu Dhabi on the
outskirts of the biggest sand desert of the
world, the Rub Al Khali.This area was the
home of the original tribes who settled on
the island of Abu Dhabi in the 18th Century.
Famed for its magnificent and pure, red sand
dunes you will enjoy an unforgettable day
out with plenty of opportunity for
photo-stops. A picnic lunch is served en
route.
Creek Magic (DINNER on bateaux dubai)
Everyday (20:30 Hrs –22:30 Hrs)
Adults: Dhs 325 (US$ 90)
Child (4-12years): Dhs.195 (US$ 54) (Incl.
Dinner)
For elegant dining and a unique sightseeing,
join the “Al Minsaf” Panoramic Cruise.
The restaurant deck is made entirely of
glass and offers unobstructed views of
the bustling life on the Creek of Dubai.
The menu selection combines Eastern and
Western specialties, freshly prepared by
the Chef on board. Enjoy live music entertainment
whilst dining in this enchanting atmosphere.
Cruise the entire length of the Creek and
indulge in optimal guest comfort.
1001 Arabian Stars (Overnight Safari)
Everyday (16.00hrs to 10.00hrs on the
next day) - Approximately Adults: Dhs.410
(US$ 113)
Child (4-12years): Dhs.290 (US$ 80) Price
includes: BBQ Dinner, Breakfast, Tent,
Mattress and Sleeping Bag
This tour departs in the afternoon across
the desert of Dubai with photo-stops during
an exciting dune drive to the first
destination - the camel farm. The drive
continues across the desert. Watch the
beautiful sunset and at our campsite you
have the opportunity to do camel riding,
sand boarding and try out a henna design on
hands or feet. After working up an appetite
enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and a
shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe). Watch
our belly dancer perform her show around the
campfire by starlight. Pitch the tent
beneath the star-studded sky and sleep the
dreams of the desert. After breakfast next
day, tour continues to a rock formation
hidden in the middle of the amazing red sand
dunes called Camel Rock. Drive back to
Dubai.
On The Gallops (HALF-DAY tour horse
races)
Thursdays (17:00 Hrs – 23:30 Hrs)
Adults: Dhs 305 (US$ 84)
Child (4-12years): Dhs.205 (US$ 56) (Incl.
Dinner)
Horse racing at Nad Al Sheba is an event
not to be missed! Home to the richest horse
race in the world-The Dubai World Cup –
this venue offers some of the best horse
racing in the region. Thrill to the sight
of the beauty, speed and agility of some
of the world’s best Arabian and thoroughbred
horses. Important: Tour departure depends
on the horse race schedule. Horse races
are scheduled during the winter months
from November to March.
STABLE TOUR (MORNING VISIT TO NAD AL
SHEBA)
Saturdays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays
(06:00 Hrs – 11:00 Hrs.)
Adults: Dhs 235 (US$ 65)
Child (4-12years): Dhs. 120 (US$ 33) (Incl.
Breakfast)
Join our behind-the scenes visit to one
of Dubai’s leading racing stables. Commencing
at 7:00 am you are guided around one of
the world’s best thoroughbred training
facilities, including ka look at equipment,
training areas, stables, farriers’ facilities
and feed rooms. Continue to the Spikes
Lounge in Nad Al Sheba Club for full breakfast.
After breakfast we take a look at the Jockeys’
facilities, Stewards area and the exclusive
hospitality options on race nights including
an early morning view of the fabulous racecourse
from the stunning Millennium Grandstand.
The tour ends with a walk around the Go
dolphin Gallery, which displays the trophies
of the famous Go dolphin racing operation.
Emirates Mountain (Half Day East Coast &
Hatta)
Experience the scenery of UAE’s fabulous
mountains. Passing through peaceful Al Dhaid
you are met by the contrast of slowly
rising, unyielding rock formations, the
Hajar Mountains. Amaze at the lively “Friday
Market” set in the midst of this seemingly
remote and isolated mountain landscape.
Continue to Fujeirah, passing amazing
formations of wadis and cliffs. In Fujeirah
the old Fort, built on a hilltop, bears
witness to an exciting past. Drive to the
coastal village of Kalba and proceed on the
newly constructed tarmac road - another
highlight revealing a masterpiece of scenic
architecture. Pass through UAE’s first
unique tunnel carved straight through the
mountain . Reaching Hatta we visit the
Heritage Village where the slow pace of
days-gone-by come alive. On our return to
Dubai/Sharjah we stop at the magnificent
Lehbab sanddunes.
Mystic Musandam By Sea (FULL Day Musandam
Sea Safari)
Sundays, Wednesdays (07.30hrs to
17.00hrs) - Approximately Adults: Dhs.315
(US$ 87)
Child (4-12years): Dhs.215 (US$ 59) Minimum
2 persons required Depart by road from
Dubai/Sharjah to join our fascinating
Musandam leisure trip starting from Omani
Dibba Port. Board the Speed Boat & pass
through the beautiful fjords of Musandam.
Visit the Haffa Beach & Haffa Village where
you can enjoy a relaxing swim in the Gulf of
Oman and also try basic snorkeling. Later,
delicious Barbecue Lunch is served. After
lunch, the tour continues to the famous
Stone Houses, fishing villages, village of
Zeke, spectacular White Mountains, cutting
rocks and other beautiful bays of Musandam.
Return to the port with memories of “mystic
Musandam”. (Water & Soft Drinks are served)
A WINDOW TO THE PAST (HALF-DAY Dubai
Heritage Tour)
Friday (13.30hrs – 19.30hrs) -
Approximately
Adults: Dhs 150 (US$ 41)
Minimum 2 persons required Experience the
traditions & heritage that shaped
Dubai.Visit Majlis Al Ghoraifa, built in the
mid-fifties as a summer retreat for the late
Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Rashed.Stop at Al
Bastakiya area to admire the old wind tower
houses. Stroll through the renovated old
Souk at Bur Dubai abra ride (water taxi) to
cross the Creek to Deira.In Sheikh Saeed
House we cherish a rare collection of old
photographs, coins & stamps. At the Heritage
Village we witness the old traditions come
alive
Other tours available on request.
Ski Dubai ( Min 2 pax)
Including snow park pass with transfer.
Dream Land – Umm Al Quwain ( Min 6 pax)
Full day with transfers.
Helicopter ride ( Min 3 pax)
30 mins ride.
Fishing Tour ( Min 6 pax)
04 hours ride.
Crab Hunting ( Min 6 pax)
08 hours with light snacks and drinks.
One night safari with Barbeque ( Min 4
pax)
Hot air Baloon ( Min 4 pax)
05 hours with transfers.
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