Wanna go to another country for your next holiday? As we all know, some countries are still under lockdown. However, some destinations are already open for tourists, one of them is Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
So, if you are planning to have a good time in another country, why don’t you put Dubai on your radar? Dubai is famous for its state-of-the-art buildings, huge shopping malls, beautiful beaches, and sand dunes. Let’s read more info about where to go and what to do in Dubai below 😉
What You Need to Know Before Visiting Dubai
Before you fly to Dubai, you must meet all of the following requirements:
1. All passengers must show a PCR test with negative result which must be printed in English or Arabic. The PCR test must be taken a maximum of 96 hours before departure.
Children under the age of 12 exempts from the rule.
2. Ensure you meet entry visa requirements to visit the UAE.
3. Passengers must have health insurance for international coverage that covers COVID-19 and fill out a health statement form before departure.
4. Passengers arriving at Abu Dhabi (AUH) are subject to medical screening and quarantine.
For more info, you can check tiketsafe.com
What Can You Do with Friends or Family in Dubai?
Is Dubai expensive to visit? Well, if you compared to other major destinations around the world such as London or New York, Dubai is not that expensive 😉 We’ll tell you in a second, some popular places that you should visit at least once in your lifetime. You won’t regret it!
1. Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa is the world’s tallest tower with a height of 828 meters. It’s extraordinary design and architecture are something you must witness yourself. The building used more than 110,000 tonnes of concrete; it required 22 million man-hours to construct!
When you go inside Burj Khalifa, you can go up using the world’s fastest elevator which travels at 10 meters per second. Up there, you can see the beautiful view of Dubai via the observatory deck. See the sunrise or sunset views from the top!
Address: 1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd – Downtown Dubai – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Ticket price: starts from 72 AED
2. Dubai Mall
Near Burj Khalifa, you can make your way to the Dubai Mall. It is the go-to shopping place for tourists and locals alike. Dubai Mall is the world’s largest shopping, entertainment, and leisure center. It has department stores, food and beverage outlets, and other entertainment. Buy the latest collections from well-known designer brands such as Versace, Burberry, and many more!
To keep you and your family busy, you can play at the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink. There are plenty of nice photo spots in Dubai mall as well as outside the mall. You can go to see the dancing water fountain at the Dubai Fountain, not far from the mall.
Address: Financial Center Street, Along Sheikh Zayed Road, Next to Burj Khalifa – United Arab Emirates
Opening hours: 10.00 – 23.00
3. Jumeirah Mosque
Come to the iconic Jumeirah Mosque and gain insights into Islamic culture. The mosque welcomes visitors of all faiths to come in and see its beautiful architecture. The mosque can hold up to 1,200 worshippers inside. When you come there, you can go on a guided tour that will tell you the history of the mosque, Islamic traditions, customs and so on.
Jumeirah Mosque is made of carved white stone. The mosque’s large central dome is surrounded by four smaller domes. It’s so beautiful, especially in the evening when the light decorates the building.
P.S. remember to wear appropriate clothing when you go there (shoulders and knees must be covered).
Address: Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1 – Dubai
Operational hours & days: 10.00 – 20.00 (local time)
4. Al Bastakiya (Old Dubai)
Dubai seems so glamorous now. But in fact, the city holds the memories of an era that pre-dates the federation of the Emirates. Al Bastakiya is the old heritage of Dubai that you can visit which was constructed by a British architect.
What can you do at Al Bastakiya? Well, you can stop by the Dubai Museum, Grand Mosque, The Dubai Heritage Village, and many more.
Address: Bur DubaiAl Hamriya – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Operational hours & days: 07.00 – 20.00
5. Ski Dubai
One thing you must know for sure, the heat is sometimes unbearable, especially in summer. If you’re looking for a fancy way to beat the heat, you can go skiing Dubai, an indoor ski resort situated in the Mall of the Emirates.
What can you do at Ski Dubai? You can go skiing. Don’t worry if you’re a beginner because it offers ski slopes catering to all skill levels. Moreover, you can also try other challenging activities such as snowboarding or swimming with penguins! We bet you’re going to love it!
Address: Sheikh Zayed Rd – Al BarshaAl Barsha 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Operational hours & days: 10.00 – 22.00 (local time)
Keep Your Camera Ready! Lots of Beautiful Places Ready to be Explored
Dubai is an exotic destination that you should visit at least once in your lifetime. You’ll experience new things there, meet new people, and try something you’ve never experienced before. Plan your trip with tiket.com. Search flight tickets and hotels in Dubai using tiket.com app and get cheap prices!
We’re still in the middle of the pandemic, so be sure to follow health protocols while you’re traveling in Dubai. Stay safe and have a good time, t-mates!
*The information is valid at the time of writing. Price and other policies are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
