Stuff to do in Dubai for people in the West

shoponline4kaprey · Nov 6th, 2008, 03:00 AM

Hi,

I am going to Dubai from Canada for a few weeks. Want to know stuff to do other than go to malls etc. I've heard about the desert Safari which I'll but what else. Also what is a good price to pay for a hotel, and what is a good location. I am not looking to spend time in Malls but rather looking for stuff outdoors (as wether should be nice) I guess I am hoping for beach resort type experience is that possible in Dubai? Also are there historical places to check out other than the usual *bling*

I know there are a few threads and I looked through them but they cater to people from Pk going to Dubai and mostly suggest malls, I am wondering if there is something other than that.

Thanks!

shining_star · Nov 6th, 2008, 03:17 AM

Aside from the malls and beaches here in dubai, you can visit the seven star hotel, Burj Al Arab.Other than that ,you can go for Desert Safari and Creek dinner cruise.Also,take an Abra to cross the Creek and visit the Textile Souk and Gold Souk in one trip. Visit the Madinat Jumairah indoor Souk & waterside restaurants...

Umer · Nov 6th, 2008, 04:20 AM

It really depends what kind of activities you're into. In terms of outdoor stuff I would recommend a desert safari of course. If you have more than just a few days, you could even book an overnight package for that.

Then you can go Jetskiing at Mamzar Park, drive around the Dubai Autodrome, visit Wild Wadi and the beaches, go for a skydive at UAQ Aeroclub, chill out at the Le Meridien Mina Seyahi, etc.

That's all I can think of at the moment. If you are travelling in the next few weeks, the weather will be very nice. You might experience a few rainy days in December though.

Aisha Dubaiwali · Nov 6th, 2008, 04:43 AM

go to Atlantis!! and go see the aquarium and discovery centre in the Dubai mall....

Gina~ · Nov 6th, 2008, 05:38 AM

Dolphinarium, Desert Safari, Dune-Bashing, Ski-Dubai..Heritage Village =) Al-Boom Tourist Village, Dubai Mall =) just hop on and off The Big Bus Tours!

Aisha Dubaiwali · Nov 6th, 2008, 10:55 AM

people ur forgetting somethinhg! if she comes during DSF then there is the night souk, global village!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and also activities and events EVERYDAY and EVERYNIGHT including laser shows and parades!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ALSO THERE IS THE DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL!!!!!!!!!!!!

i am taking part in that btw

shoponline4kaprey · Nov 6th, 2008, 01:56 PM

Thanks so much guys! Looks like there's a lot to do. What's a good price to pay for hotel?

Aisha Dubaiwali · Nov 6th, 2008, 02:40 PM

depends on what kind of hotel you are looking for, there are all kinds of hotels. if you want wifi, luxury amenities like spa beach 5 star etc etc then the prices are high but if you can forget about the extras and just want to stay in a room for some days which is decent then that is also available... golden tulip near mall of the emirates is nice...

Praetextatus · Nov 6th, 2008, 03:43 PM

Thanks for the tips guys

I ll there in 3 weeks aswell InshaAllah

Aisha Dubaiwali · Nov 6th, 2008, 03:46 PM

seems like many guppies/guppans are coming to dubai:S

Gina~ · Nov 6th, 2008, 04:56 PM

Depends entirely on u're budget =) Yep Global Village wud be open then too and so wud the Night Souk! Film Festival errr... it's just alright! Do meet up when u're down here!

Aisha Dubaiwali · Nov 6th, 2008, 11:13 PM

lol gina ur saying that cuz u have no personal interest in it.. i am saying about DIFF because i am actually taking part in it! i am taking part in the critics competition and also will go to DIFF on the opening day and the student day as an AUD representative..

Gina~ · Nov 7th, 2008, 12:38 PM

^ I actually do, but I much rathar do sumthing else :S

zkq06 · Nov 7th, 2008, 02:35 PM

Therez loads to do in Dubai. Doesn't matter where ur from, East or West...
Its always good to b in Dubai..

shoponline4kaprey · Nov 7th, 2008, 05:56 PM

Ok so I don't really need an ultra luxury hotel but I would like to be able to go sit on a beach ... and maybe do some snorkling etc... I've been to Burj Al Arab on a tour before its ok but I don't need to sit in a 7,000 room I wanna go out and see stuff!

Gina~ · Nov 8th, 2008, 06:53 AM

For all that u'd need to be close to the beach =) Ramada, Jumeira beach..Le Meridien Mina Seyahi

shoponline4kaprey · Dec 11th, 2008, 06:59 PM

dude that's like a million bucks! I found something reasonable actually one of the Habtoor resort hotels... looking forward to Dubai Film festival starting tomorrow!

ruthlopez22 · Dec 12th, 2008, 02:07 AM

rimsh · Dec 12th, 2008, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Umer

It really depends what kind of activities you're into. In terms of outdoor stuff I would recommend a desert safari of course. If you have more than just a few days, you could even book an overnight package for that.

Then you can go Jetskiing at Mamzar Park, drive around the Dubai Autodrome, visit Wild Wadi and the beaches, go for a skydive at UAQ Aeroclub, chill out at the Le Meridien Mina Seyahi, etc.

That's all I can think of at the moment. If you are travelling in the next few weeks, the weather will be very nice. You might experience a few rainy days in December though.

Umer, are there any tour groups that offer these packages? or do you suggest exploring on your own is better? Thanks.

All other dubai guppies, can you kindly suggest a reasonable place to stay? many thanks!

Gina~ · Dec 12th, 2008, 03:38 PM

Depends on u're budget Ramada, JW Marriot.. u can hop on the big bus tours! Dhow cruises, desert safari's.. (arabian adventures) is nice.. the night souk, spice souk, al boom tourist village.. train souk in Sharjah.