Your Guide To Dubai.

The World's Most Luxurious Hotel : The Burj-Al-Arab

2008-07-17T09:08:00.000-07:00

Well, I bet that everyone who has seen this post has read a lot about the Burj-Al-Arab and are frankly BORED about hearing about that hotel. Here is a recap of why this hotel isn’t just the only 7star hotel but not to mention the most marvelous place to go.

To start off with the first impression of the service, it is amazing what you can do even when you haven’t reached the hotel yet. You can call for a Rolls Royce BMW to pick you up from where ever you are. “Just a Rolls Royce!” you say, The Rolls Royce phantom has 453HP and has all the latest features like ABS, EPC , EPS just to name a few. Not only is the car great but the service surprisingly efficient. You can order almost anything you want before had and it will be delivered to you with the Rolls Royce.

The entrance is another scientific marvel, a fountain with fire dancing in the middle. This is done by oxidizing the water so that the flame is encouraged to burn rather than put out. Further inside is the astonishing zero turbulence fountains, water prinking from life to right like a needle pulling thread. Further on up the stairs a fountain sprinkling water up 22 stores high and surprisingly on impact with the ground doesn’t splash and soak the passing by customers. Don’t forget that this is all built on a man-made island.

On every floor there a reception and a personal waiter is assigned to you. Even the dustbins are made of Gold. Each suite is on the cutting edge of technology and nothing less than the latest is installed. 42” plasma TV with a DVD system and not to mention the hotels very own DVD collection to chose from. Even if you are not a movie fan there is also book library to choose from. The service is nothing less than perfection. The waiter is extremely useful as he knows almost all of the best places to shop, eat and party in Dubai.

However this isn’t just a hotel. You could spend the whole week in the hotel and still not see a stone of Dubai. The Burj-Al-Arab offers multiple sports facilities. Like Tennis, Golf , Windsurfing, Deep sea fishing and much, much more.

There are 2 restaurants located at the man-made island. One is located under the hotel and another at the back of the hotel. The undersea restaurant is amazingly beautiful and if you are a aquatic-life fan then you are in for a real treat as you dine next to a high fish tank which has a self sustained ecosystem. The food itself isn’t a push off by any means. All vegetables are exported from all parts of the world and are fresh in every since of the word. The 2^nd restaurant is at the at the top floor viewing behind the hotel and has an amazing view to the gulf sea.

The Burj-Al-Arab is nothing but a spectrum of wonder setting the standard of 7star hotel and gives it meaning.

RSS Hugger : One of the best ones out here

2008-07-09T11:14:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone. I though I'd take a break from stuff about Dubai and talk about a very good website that I came across earlier today. I would really recommend it to everyone. (btw, the next Dubai update will come tomorrow. Sorry for the delay. Out of town.)

RSS hugger is one of the few sites that actually manually checks al the feeds being submitted to their site. Though this amount of manual cross-checking must take a very long time, site founder Colin Lahay, lives up to his reputation. Colin is also the founder of the widely popular wordhugger website, which was a smashing success. And his rsshugger website seems to be following in the footsteps of the former.

Rsshugger basically contains several quality feeds. Not every site gets listed in rsshugger, only those which are regularly updated, and only those which feature quality content. Though there are other sites on the internet with similar taste, I can say for sure that they are all expensive, each demanding a minimum of about 50 USD for a simple registration.

While rsshugger also charges money, it is a very nominal fee of about 2 USD per year. This being said, rsshugger has all the potential to become one of the best feed sites on the web. So don't miss out on it! Great work Colin!
Click here to visit rsshugger.

Work Hard...Party Harder!

2008-06-30T03:49:00.000-07:00

You wanna party. Sure then. Party hard. With 29 bars, 10 discos, 6 pubs and 8 cocktail bars, night life in Dubai comes with quite some choice.

Dubai has a flurry of bars and nightclubs and none of them are a note less than extravagant.
To name a few there’s Al Pasha Restaurant & Keyclub Life in Arabia
on Airport Road, Boston Bar, Club Desi, Cyclone(not for the shy), Da Gama
Portuguese to Goa at Tennis Stadium, Aviation Club, Emirates Tower
Wine Bar, Pearl Bar (Cocktails with live music) at Airport Road, Goodfellas American Bar, Kasbar, Skyview Bar and many more.

The picture shown below is of the ice bar in Dubai ( it is a lounge made entirely of ice! )

BOSTON BAR:
Located within the Jumeirah Rotana Hotel you can have your night out here 7 days a week. ‘Sports Bar’ nights take place on weekends and the exclusive ‘Ladies Nights’ on Tuesdays and Fridays include 4 drinks free. Fridays feature a special Boston Brunch Buffet and the DJ wars throughout the night feature international chart toppers. Happy Hours are everyday from Noon till 8pm.

CLUB DESI:
Located in the Palm Beach Rotana Inn, this pub is a spacious, chic nightclub and bar with modern neon decor. Other than large video screens and billiards it features Dubai's top DJ's, Club Desi provides premiere Arabian nightlife. One of the best in Dubai for late night drinks, dining and entertainment.

GOODFELLAS AMERICAN BAR:
Basically dedicated to deliver coverage of mega sports events like the English Premiere League (EPL), UEFA Cup and Scottish League and even Rugby, it is full of TVs, plasmas and projectors even in the toilets so that you don’t miss “that particular goal”. Without any particular dress code (though you should wear jerseys of the team you support) it offers a great English and international menu. Open till 2am each night though happy hours continue till 10 every night.

SKYVIEW BAR:
Now take a deep breath. You are about to enter one of the best cocktail bars in the world, located on the 27th floor of the world’s only 7 star hotel: Burj-al-Arab. Open till 2 am, international bands perform live six days a week from 8 pm onwards. Dress according to the strict dress code that means no jeans, shirts with collars, no trainers etc or simply dress up in the national dress. Menu includes “international cocktails”. With a capacity of 70 plus 12 barmen this is something out of reach for the “house of commons”.

KASBAR BAR:
Located in the Royal Mirage Hotel, Beach Road, this is a very traditional nightclub with authentic Arab decors, music and dance. Featuring Dubai’s best DJs this is one of the most popular night clubs of all. Music includes all house, techno and Arabic hit numbers.

COPA CABANA:
Known as the most “happening” and the best pub of Dubai Copacbana has become a major youth hub. The place to be for all the alcoholic beverage lovers with the world’s best alcoholic brands available, snacks served here are simply mind blowing.
People below 25 are not allowed entry. Is also known for its “rich and famous” crowd.

Dubai has awesome night time activities for everyone, be it the dotcom billionaire, or the budget minded student. You'll never feel yourself being left out while in this heck of a city!

Sun, Sand, Sports....Dubai Has It All!

2008-06-27T10:24:00.000-07:00

Dubai other than being a financial and technological hub also has something to offer for every sports and adventure enthusiast. Be it Skiing (sand and for that matter ice too!) or horse and camel racing or fishing or go-karting. You name it, they have it.

Dubai lives up to its expectations when it comes to sports and recreational activities. It offers all the possible sports activities that generally only the western and European countries boast of. And yes this does include ice skating and skiing (not quite typical of a Middle East country where temperatures soar as high as 50 degrees Celsius)
For a fact (which not many may know) that Dubai gets more revenues from its sports events than oil and petroleum.

SKIING:
A one stop shop for all you snow sport enthusiasts. Spread over an area 22500 sq m. it is the world’s largest indoor snow resort. It’s no less than a wonder that Dubai despite its hot climate manages to boast of the worlds largest indoor Snow Park-sprawling over 3000 sq m located within the resort. Kids and adults are welcome. Closed on Sundays and Mondays this interactive snow park admits on hourly basis. All the required clothing and equipments are available here itself. It has everything in store for professionals, amateur and kids too. It has 5 runs each different in difficulty, slope etc.
And it's not only snow skiing that we are talking about. Click here to know all about skiing in Dubai.

FISHING:
Yes, you read right. Fishing is actually quite popular in Dubai. Dubai which is located amidst the gulf brings with it its exotic marine life. Perfect for fishing with its extensive flee of chartered boats, it constitutes a good proportion of the country’s economy. Fishing is done mainly on a commercial basis.

GO KARTING:
For all you aspiring Schumachers and Alonsos the Emirates Motor Sports and Motorbike Federation and Formula One together will suffice your passion for racing. Battle it out at the UAE’s first fully air conditioned indoor race tracks. It offers a 800m long outdoor track. You can enjoy this sport during the months between October and May.

CAMEL RACING:
To top it all up there is the ancient sport of camel racing. Consider yourself lucky if you are here during the period October to April. These majestic beasts of at least 10 different breeds offer much more than you can possibly imagine. These tracks host the world’s richest thoroughbred race: The Dubai World Cup. Races generally take place on Fridays and national holidays. Place bets on your favorite camels or just sit back relax and watch the beasts and their owners fight it out for the coveted title.
DESERT SAFARIS:
Once you come to Dubai you possibly cannot afford to miss the desert safaris, a typical of the place. After the camel racing events this is one of the most popular activities. No less than a roller coaster ride you can even enjoy activities like sand skiing and camel riding here in this magnificent desert.
Generally organised for groups of tourists the various events are: quad biking, sand skiing, dune bashing and a barbeque dinner to culminate it.

GOLF:
Dubai’s tourism is incomplete without mentioning its 7 sprawling lush green golf courses out of which three are venues for the European PGA tours. You can click here to know more about golfing in Dubai. It also has an all sand course! Irresistible.....huh?

Dressing Appropriately In Dubai | Dubai Dressing

2008-06-21T21:47:00.000-07:00

Firstly, let me start off by saying that you have dress differently, depending on where you are. Different times of the year require you to dress differently and different occasions require you to dress differently.

Dressing According To Weather:

As I have said in my earlier posts, Dubai is always very hot, especially for the Americans traveling to Dubai, who come from subzero temperatures and have to withstand temperatures of up to 50 Degrees Celsius. So it is always recommended that you pack light cotton clothes for your trip. Click here for more details.

Dressing Appropriately:

Inside The Hotel:

Inside the hotel, women can move around in their bikinis. Nothing wrong with that. But once you move out of your hotel, bikinis are a strict no-no. Even for the guys, inside the hotel, you can roam around in your shorts or Bermudas. You will mostly find only westerners inside the hotel. So, dressing inside the hotel will not be much of a problem.

Outside The Hotel:

The UAE as a whole is very religious and the last thing you would want to do is to hurt their sentiments. And dressing plays a very large role. So you should be aware of how to dress while traveling in Dubai.
Traditional Arab women generally wear long robes and head scarves. You do not need to wear exactly that, but there are some rules that you will have to follow.

Firstly, you should avoid wearing shorts or tight skirts in public places. Though I have seen women who wear clothes that are considered offensive even in the West, I strictly believe that you should respect the sentiments of the locals.

Even for the men, avoid wearing t-shirts with offensive or vulgar messages. They are not received well in Dubai. Dress as per the occasion. And remember, the less the exposure, the better.

While On An Official Trip:

While on an official trip, you should dress only in formals. Some offices are fine with short sleeves and jeans, but not all are as tolerant. As for the women, as I said, try avoiding skirts and stick to shirts and trousers.

So on the whole, shorts and sleeveless clothes are the best options while dressing inside the hotel. But during the hot months, I would say that shorts are the best way to dress in order to battle the heat, though it is considered offensive by some locals. So wearing exposing clothes has its advantages and disadvantages, and depending on which part of Dubai you are in, you should decide for yourself which is best.

Universal Studios All Set To Operate In Dubai

2008-06-20T03:38:00.000-07:00

Just when you thought it could not get better, Dubai has conjured up another surprise. And this time, it is big. Universal Studios is coming to Dubai!
Universal Studios has planned top open a theme park which will not just be one among the crowd in Dubai, but will definitely stand out as one of the best. The theme park which is being built as a part of Dubailand, will be built at a cost of $2.2 Bn USD and will be one of the star attractions at Dubailand.

Dubai is already proving to be a home away from home for Americans, by constructing the Las-Vegas styled theme park, The City Of Arabia. With the entry of Universal Studios, Dubai is more equipped than ever to attract visitrs from around the world, especially Americans and Europeans. Dubai is determined to give every traveler that sets foot in Dubai should get a taste of every city in the world.

The park will have various attractions like Revenge Of The Mummy and King kong and will attract more than 5 Million visitors annually. Apart from this, The Jurassic Park will also be recreated as a part of the Restless City Project.

So now I guess the next obvious thing in line will be for Disney to follow in line and open another majestic theme park in Dubai, which I guess we can expect in the next 2-3 years considering the pace at which everything is done in Dubai.

All these spectacularly extravagant things are being built to support Dubai after its oil wells dry up and I am sure as hell that they will not be disappointed. Apart from this, Dubai is also currently constructing the world's largest airport. I'll tell you the rest in the next post. Can you handle it?

Sandboarding In The Desert Dunes

2008-06-16T23:44:00.000-07:00

Sandboarding is a fun sport. Not many know that such a sport exists. I am sure that most of you would have gone skiing or snowboarding during some time in your life. Sandboarding is pretty much similar to that. Instead of doing it on snow, you will be doing it on sand. But the experience is very different. For thouse of you who were not able to get into SkiDubai, you could try this out as this is a fun and cheaper alternative.

To start off with, snowboarding is longer because the slopes are pretty huge so you can probably snowboard for a lot of time. But since sandboarding involves only sand dunes, it will probably last for much lesser time, but it is loads of fun.

Usually, the sandboarding activities are coupled with the dune bashing sessions. The usual schedule that is followed is that the tourists are first taken for dune bashing, followed by sandboarding, followed by camel rides, followed by the visit to desert camp/belly dancing/dinner at camp. So most probably, you will be sandboarding in the evening, which is good because it would be terrible to do it during day time ( man! the sand is hot during the day ). But by evening, it cools down a lot and this is probably the best time to sandboard.

But you had better ensure that you are in top shape because you wont have ski lifts like the ones you have on ski slopes. So everytime you get down, you have to walk back atop the dune, which is not an easy task. Trekking to the top of a sand dune is probably one of the more exhausting activities that you would be doing in Dubai. So everytime you want to get back on to your board and ride that dune, remember that you will have to walk back right to the top of the dune. This is probably why many people do not prefer to go sandboarding and this is exactly why it has not gained the poularity that it should have gained.

The whole session will probably last for around 30 minutes and it costs around 20-25 USD. The session is definitely worth the money and I'd definitely recommed this to anyone travelling to Dubai. So are you fit and game enough to ski on the mean Dubai dunes??

Dubai Museum : A Cut Apart From The Ordinary

2008-06-12T21:50:00.000-07:00

When you enter a museum, you would normally expect to find a whole horde of century-old artefacts, guns and weapons dating back to thousands of years back and things of that sort. But, Dubai museum is no where near the ordinary museum. Dubai museum does not have many atrtefacts, but rather has tried to potray the lives of the early inhabitants of the Arabian Peninsula.
The Dubai Museum shows common day things like a Souk, a marketplace, a school etc., all being recreated using wax statues. Touring the entire museum might take around 45 minutes, which includes a 10 min, video presentation. The video presentation is very impressive and I would suggest that you check that out first because it offers a wholesome view about the development of Dubai.

The museum consists of beautiful and extremely life-like recreations of the early UAE natives and it shows their way of life. One word of caution. Don't visit the museum unless you are really interested in history and related fields. It does get quite boring after a certain amount of time. So unless you are really interested about the history of this desert nation, don't bother checking out the museum. But if you are a history-freak, this one is definitely for you.

I'd rather you visit the Al Fahidi Fort. This fort is very beautiful and shows the cutural and life-style changes in Dubai through the passage of time. The Al Fahidi Fort, was a jail before it was converted into a museum and it has displays like arab weaponry, traditional arab dhows and many other things that play an important role in the arab lifestyle.

Dubai Attempts To Recreate Jurassic Park!!!

2008-06-10T07:10:00.000-07:00

In what can be termed as Dubai's most ever over-the-top tourist-attracting move, Dubai has engaged in constructing a $1Billion Jurassic theme park. The park will consist of robotic dinosaurs, and the environment will be very similar to the breeding conditions of the actual species, about 65 Million years back.

The park will consist of over 100 robotic dinosaurs, beloinging to over 40 different species. The park will be situated in The City of Arabia ( sounds far away and mystical....doesn't it? Well, that's the idea ), Dubai. The very idea of reconstructing a Jurassic based theme park can be seen as one of Dubai's most out-of-the-world, or tourist-attracting ( or should I simply put it as crazy? ) moves....one of the many recent initiatives being taken by Dubai.

The park will be constructed over a staggering 500,000 Square feet. Dinosaurs will be capable of interacting with guests. Early signs of the popularity of animals interacting with guests were seen in Singapore, where guests could dine with real time lions. But Dubai has totally crushed this, and really redefined tourism promotion. The City Of Arabia is being styled like Las Vegas, and the park ( which is called "Restless Planet, Dubai" ) is definitely going to be the star attraction.

The rides will make optimum use of light effects and smoke, in an attempt to recreate the exact surroundings that existed in Pangean Earth. The 'dinosaurs' are also being programmed to lunge at visitors randomly, so as to create an extremely lifelike, scary (but safe) environment. It takes over several months to construct each dinosaur, but it will definitely be worth the effort.

Very deep research is being conducted, so that the exact likeliness of the dinos can be recreated. In fact, many leading researchers from the US have been roped in to help with the project.

So the next time you visit Dubai, it won't be only your wallet you'll have to hold on to, you'll also have to hold on to your backpack, because you never know...there might just be a T-REX wating to snap you off around the next corner!

Dubai Shopping Festival 2008

2008-06-07T01:18:00.000-07:00

Ok now. What's the first thing that pops into your mind when I say Dubai? It obviously has to be shopping. Dubai has every single major brand. Be it Versace, Gucci, Nike, Adidas or whatever brand you might adore. Dubai has them all. So, I guess the next most sensible thing to do would be to organise a mega shopping carnival that will redefine the way people shop. Right from stunning discounts to unbelievable contests and awesome prizes, the Dubai Shopping Festival, or DSF as it is lovingly called, is one of Dubai's main highlights.
Ok. So now I guess the next thing that will be on your mind is that where is an event of such magnitude held every year? Wel,, firstly many participating malls offer superb discounts on most products in all stores. And since malls are an integral part of your visit to Dubai, rest assured that you will definitely come across loads and loads of bargains.

The epicenter of all the activities is the Global Village. Several countries gather and display their traditional artefacts and handicrafts here and this is really somehting that you should definitely see. The Global village has been upgraded and it also has an artificial creek or lake at its centre. All the 'countries' are built surrounding this. To prove their point, Dubai is also coming up with the World Island. So I guess their objective is to ensure that all tourists get a taste of everything when they visit Dubai.

The DSF is alaways held during the months of January and February and it is during this time when Dubai gets its maximum inflow of visitors. So if you are planning a visit to Dubai during this time, you had better plan your trip in advance.

What Americans Travelling to Dubai Should Know

2008-06-04T20:27:00.000-07:00

The UAE as a whole, has a very conservative outlook, while its actions and marketing might speak otherwise. But it is extremely essential to understand that you should follow certain rules while travelling in Dubai.

Let's talk about the dressing in Dubai first. Though I have seen many women dress the usual way they would dress back in the States, it is advisable to cover more and expose less. While Americans have a broad-minded outlook to the way people dress and express their feelings, it is not so in Dubai. Well, you won't be fined or jailed or anything of that sort, but it is important that you respect the feelings of the locals in Dubai.

There was a huge uproar recently when a young British woman was walking nearly nude on beach, and though nothing really happened to her, the locals were absolutely outraged. It sparked off controversial discussions. So it is always better to dress less skimpy, because you have to remember that this is not the USA.

But do remember that Dubai is a very very hot city. Dubai weather is very hot always. So always pack light cotton clothes and of-course your hat. Try to pack in some moisturisers and sun-screens because they'll really save your ass out there.

Next let us come to eating in Dubai. There are really no restrictions on eating execpt that there are certain rules that you have to follow during the holy month of Ramzan. The holy month of Ramzan is considered very important and sacred throughout the UAE so you had better follow in their footsteps.

There is no shortage of international outlets in Dubai. You have Subway, McDonnalds, Burger King, Pizza Hut and everything else that you would find in a typical American mall. So rest assured that you will not feel left out. You can also opt to try out other cuisines like Italian or Indian. There are tons of awesome Indian restaurants in Dubai. Click here to find out more about the varied cuisines in Dubai.

More updates to come!

Why Rent A Car In Dubai??

2008-06-02T23:12:00.000-07:00

Dubai is just one of those cities where you absolutely need a car to get around, though the traffic snarls are amongst the world's worst. You cannot afford to go out in a motor-cycle purely due to the temperatures and the public transport system is only now under construction. So the only available option is to use a car.

So now you have learnt that cars are indispensable in Dubai. Many people hire cars that they used to own back home, to combat home-sickness as well. It might seem quite lame, but when you actually come to think of it, it is a really effective method to combat home-sickness, especially for the ever-growing population of Europeans and Americans in Dubai. Won't it be great if you were able to rent your very own Chevy on short-term basis?? So you must be asking yourself, " Where can I rent a car in Dubai?". Well, read on.

Firstly, let us talk about the prices. You have to understand that in Dubai, there are no lemon laws like you have back in the US, so do not expect all cars to be in top notch condition, though invariably they will be in very good condition. A simple google search will tell you that cars are available generally at prices around 160$ a week. There are several options to hire a car.

For example, consider Muscat, the captial city of Oman. The moment you step out of baggage claim in the airport, you have a car rental booth just outside the airport and this is a very good option. Even at Dubai airport, there are several car hiring agencies. But the problem with Dubai is that, the airport is so huge that you will find it difficult to go in search of a car rental stall. And even if you do find one, walking to it will be quite a challenge.

You'd rather book it online as it will save you the trouble of filling forms once you manage to get to the stall. So the best option for you is to do it online, prior to your departure. You can check out http://dubai.rentalcargroup.com/ for more info on hiring cars online for use in Dubai.

Emirates Airlines and Dubai Airport: A Truly Great Combo!

2008-05-30T12:28:00.000-07:00

Emirates First Lounge : Brisbane

Artist's Perspective

Emirates Business Class Lounge : Dubai International Airport

Emirates Business Class Cabin : Check Out Those Screens!

Dubai International Airport : During The Lean Hours

Emirates First Class Seat: One Of The Best In The Business

Dubai International Airport: From Another Angle

A Typical Scene At Dubai international Airport

Rush Hour At Dubai international Airport

An Emirates Plane Ready To Take-off in all its glory

Service Aboard Emirates Business Class.....Impressed?

Some Of My Favorite Photos Of Dubai

2008-05-24T18:26:00.000-07:00

Desert Safari : Dune Bashing

A Road In Dubai, during Lean Hours

Aerial View Of The Palm Island

Base View Of Sheikh Zayed Road

Another Stunning View Of Towering Dubai Skyscrapers On Sheikh Zayed Road

Burj-Al-Arab: Aerial View

Sheikh Zayed Road : Aerial View

Dubai From A Different Angle

Dubai Airport: Swanky Ain't It?

Dubai Creek: As Seen from Bur Dubai

Stunning Photos Of This Crazy City

2008-05-24T18:10:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone,

For all you photograph enthusiasts out there, I will be posting pics of Dubai from now onwards so that you can really see what it has to offer instead of just reading about it. So keep visiting http://tour-dubai.blogspot.com for the best on what Dubai has to offer!

Dubai : A Growing Hub For Used Cars.

2008-05-19T03:56:00.000-07:00

Dubai is growing leaps and bounds and so is the car industry here. People say that corporate companies give discount sales to push away old products. This sort of sales only occurs to fast-moving products like cell phones, mp3 players, TV, clothes etc. However discount sales are never offered by car dealers. If there was a discount sale for cars they would become the most profiting company over night. There are companies that actually do give discounts but are thought of cheaply. These are second-hand car dealers. While travelling around Dubai you would realize that this city is most enjoyed only when driving in a Car, though the traffic jams are sometimes maddening.

There are buses and public transport but everyone wants a car. I have had experiences where I am driving around in my Volvo and racing past me is a Nissan 350Z and suddenly I start dreaming of when I would get a paycheck to afford that. That same day I went to the second-hand car dealer and before my eyes I saw the same 350Z I saw in the afternoon. I realized that second-hand cars can fool anybody, but the trick is to find out the best place to buy them.

There are only a few dealers who sell second hand cars because they want others to feel better. There are those who do it because they just need more money. Some of the best dealers are auto dealer UAE, auto souk and dubaimoto. These companies not only help in purchasing a used car but also help in selling your current car at a decent price and some companies like dubaimoto even offer service for free. The reason why people need an agency like auto dealer is because some individuals will give you information about a false car or a car that doesn’t exist and try and extract the money from you as soon as possible. With agencies this is avoided, and the money you pay is valued. Such people may also pose to be as the genuine brand and will try to cheat you, we recommend that you certify that they are genuine and if not contact the official people and report. To communicate with them log on to:

Auto Dealer: www.autodealer.ae
Auto Souk: www.autosouk.com
Dubai Moto: www.dubaimoto.com

These websites provide approximate sales vales for you current car also. Sometimes consumers tend to give their car for service for just changing something simple for routine and when they sell it, it goes for a cheaper price. These websites also proved guide lines for such duties and give tips to maximize your mileage, in case you’re a mileage junkie like me. The best part of these types of dealers is the fact that they all are in contact with each other and one may even re-direct you to another company. However beware of frauds they are not merciful!

If you want to know more about tips while moving about in Dubai, keep visiting http://tour-dubai.blogspot.com for more exciting posts!

Camping At The Kempinski

2008-05-14T07:13:00.000-07:00

The first thing you realize about the Mall of The Emirates when you first step in is just how big this Mall is. If you see it from the outside it looks kind of like any other mall, however once you go inside it’s another world all together, especially with a huge indoor skiing arena.

The real start of the show is the Kempinski Hotel which is located near the Mall and is an absolute beauty in all angles. The best part about the place is the fact that it has a balanced contrast of business and pleasure. The best part is all these things are in just walking distance of each other. The financial district and the Jumeirah Beach are just some examples.

The hotel lobby is well designed, and has some nice natural finished to it giving a very relaxed, but at the same time “down to business” feel. From my point of view, this Hotel is meant for any business man who wants to have a relaxing and enjoyable work environment.

Apart from the delicious Hotel food, you could step out and eat out in any of the many restaurants at the Mall. From the Asian “24 Seven” to the elegant “1897 bar”, the Mall really makes the stay at Kempinski worth it. Since the Hotel is mostly business oriented there is a business centre which provides all the need for all the corporate guests. Including high-tech utilities pre-installed for the business meeting, but it doesn’t end there a dedicated staff tends to the need of all the corporate guests.

Don’t be fooled, this hotel isn’t totally a business bee hive; a spa is available for all those who want to tone down their stress levels. The spa itself gives a “Caribbean like” atmosphere and provides a number of different beauty treatment and not to mention massages. The gym-rats won’t be out of place as there is a gym for them as well.

The guest rooms follow the trend of the lobby having a dynamic mix of natural and modern flavors which make your stay harmonic. If you someone like me who cannot live without everything handed to you, then you’re right at home. With a wall mounted HDTV in each room and a DVD/CD player as a standard this place feels just like home, and not to mention high –speed internet access. The wooden flooring gives a good feeling as it’s not used much in many hotels, which is bad. The toilet is still is harmony with the rest of the world having a dynamic feel to it. All well stocked with robes, towels and slippers. The more expensive rooms come with a personal butler who does everything from shopping for you to providing room service.

All perfect dreams do have a condition. This hotel lacks one of the most important aspects of a high class hotel, which is the service. It’s not bad but it not good either. Usually queries and requests are unanswered or unattended to which has to be a standard in any hotel making a name for itself.

Yeah, we have Indian Food too!

2008-05-10T01:15:00.000-07:00

People may ask “what does Dubai lack?” Beautiful hotels, amazing shopping malls and great beach resorts. Well, here is one more to add to the list.

The Antique Bazaar restaurant is a must go for any tourist wanting to experience the true taste of Indian food. The Antique Bazaar is part of the Dinning service of the Four Point Bur Dubai Sheraton Hotel. Its rich Indian atmosphere makes you crave for more, so don’t think of think a quick stop, because this restaurant will make you want to stay. The 4 star Hotel Sheraton gives a feel of dinning with the elite and gives a kind of Ancient Aura that would be perfect for the theme of the restaurant.

The restaurant is located in the heart of Dubai’s financial district and is in easy access to the airport (only 10 minutes drive). You can visit all the hot financial sites in just a walking distance from the Antique Bazaar, including The Dubai World Trade Centre, the Creek Golf and Yacht club. The service in the Antique Bazaar is no less than 5 stars. Efficient and care for detail make the chef and the staff nothing less than professional. Any foreigner, who has no idea what a chicken curry is, is given a detailed explanation and sampling to help give them a better idea.

The restaurant itself is a sight to see. From its exquisite furniture and extravagant environment to its original antiques which date back to the royal era, just to sit and marvel at the textures and sip on a hot cup of Tea, is an experience in it-self.

Even if you are an Indian, eating at Antique Bazaar is no sin. Apart from familiar names and smells, the food itself is enough to make any Indian mother envious.

A live band plays Ghazal music and belly dancers make you feel like a King on his thrown. Another reason why many people go to Antique bazaar is because it is one of the few, reasonably priced restaurants which serve alcohol in Dubai.

The Antique Bazaar is rated as one of, if not, the best restaurant in Dubai, and is popular among the locals. However, this isn’t a dream come true. The Antique Bazaar is mostly booked throughout the year, so it’s a good idea to book ahead of time.

Next time you go to Dubai don’t forget to visit the Antique Bazaar in Dubai.

Dubai: All Set To Become The World's Busiest Metropolitan

2008-05-03T08:57:00.000-07:00

Dubai's five star hotels boast of an incredible 92% occupancy, even while having occupancy rates higher than most of their European counterparts. Dubai tourism boom is fueling these lofty figures and these figures are expected to exceed 5 million annual visitors to 15 million in the next 5 years. The chief factor responsible for this oom is none other than state run airline, Emirates. Emirates has direct flights to 80 destinations throughout the world and will definitely make its presence felt worldwide, soon enough.
The Dubai hotel sector is set to add Versace Palace and the Trump project to its skyline and they are just adding fuel to the already booming tourism industry in the middle east, particularly Dubai.

The Tourism boom led by the United Arab Emirates has paid Acting strategically at the outset as a stop for Europeans and Asian by linking all the continents. They are also exercising this strategy in North American cities as well, not to mention Australia, and specific North American destinations like New York, San Francisco etc. . Much of the work in the future will focus on the acquisition of North American markets as they have done in Australia in addition to going to do very lucrative Chinese market, because of the presence of Hong Kong, Shanghai and vrious other high-traffic airports.

So armed with all that money can buy, The Dubai govt. is all set to further their presence on the internation map! Whew!

Have You Ever Tried Golfing...Dubai Style?

2008-04-26T06:02:00.000-07:00

Dubai has raised the notch. It golf course are among the top 100 in the world...and that too, right in the middle of the desert. The best golf club in Dubai, is of course the Emirates Golf Club. The Emirates Golf Club has set the standards in the city for other upcoming golf clubs and is truly a superb place to play golf. The Dubai Desert Classic and the Dubai Ladies' Masters always witness packed houses. The very fact that there is such sprawling green in the golf courses in Dubai, in heart of the desert, is something that leaves me with total and abolute awe. The Emirates Golf club was designed by Nick Faldo, the golfing champion. The rates are a bit steep though. The prices can range anywhere in between 200 to 900 DHs., based on your needs once you get there.

Dubai also has an all-sand golf course. It is obviously not your average golfing experience, but be warned that the conditions are demanding, because such are the temperatures out there. The all-sand golf course is a must-see for all golfing enthusiasts because it is a totally different experience to be playing on bunkers all the time!
But Dubai still has a very long way to go if it hopes to catch up with the likes of its European counterparts. But the time is not far away, when the world's largest course will be built in Dubai!

Your Head Will Spin On This Tower. Literally!

2008-04-20T07:34:00.000-07:00

Dubai has crossed all barriers by announcing the world's first rotating skycraper!
The skyscraper will have about 60-65 floors, I think, and eachfloor will rotate autonomously, using solar power. If that weren't enough, it also has residences, each apartment of which will get unique views everyday because the tower sill be rotating a few degrees everyday. Not hard to imagine considering the fact that they are going to build an underwater hotel and a resort on 300m poles....is it? Nah, that's just Dubai.

Dubai is crazy, to describe it in one word. It just acnnot bear to see a single piece of land that does not obstruct the path of sunlight. It is a jungle of skyscrapers and it continues to add fuel to the fire, though I must say the fire is turning out to be very good!

So there you have it, the world's first rotating slyscraper.Also, only 90 on-site technicians will be present, compared to the usual 2000, because mosat of the tower will be built and compiled in a mnufacturing plant and will then be transported to the site for final 'fitting'.

So dont be surprised if in a few years time, they build an airport on water because planes are finding it difficult to navigate through the skyscrapers. Everything is possible in Dubai, as they have proved.

Other upcoming projects are the Tulip, the Hydroplis, the arch-bridge and many many more. So if you want to really understand the meaning of crazy, catch the next flight to Dubai!!

A Resort On Stilts?? Yes, Of Course!

2008-04-17T11:01:00.000-07:00

Dubai has gone an extra step to prove that it is absolutely crazy. A resort known as the cloud is being built on poles, 300 m tall!! Yes, you heard right. The Cloud is being built on 300m tall poles erected on the ground.
It is designed to resemble a cloud from which rain is pouring down. The architect, Nadim Karam, (he is a Lebanese architect) unveiled the idea recently and the idea has won critical acclaim.

The concept has just entered the design books and has not yet been finalised but judging by Dubai's trends, it looks like this baby is here to stay.
There was speculation about the stability of this piece of architecture (I dont know how else to call it. it is not a building, not a tower, not a skyscraper....wierd) but it looks like only time can tell whether or not this resort will be built. Stay tuned to http://tour-dubai.blogspot.com for constant updates!

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2008-04-15T10:37:00.000-07:00

One Of The Wildest Water Parks!

2008-04-11T06:59:00.000-07:00

Wild Wadi Park is situated pretty much right in front of the Burj-Al-Arab. It is a water amusement park. Wild Wadi gets several visitors everyday, so you might not want to visit it when it is a public holiday, or on weekends, because the queue just keeps going on and on.
Wild Wadi Park has some really wild rides. It is most famous for the Jumeirah Sceirah. The Jumeirah Sceirah is a water slide about 33 metres tall and is the largest water slide outside the U.S. It is not for the faint-hearted. Trust me. You feel nearly weightless while on it. It really really freaks you out. So do not go for it unless you are really confident about it.

If you are going with your family, with little kids, try the Juha Dhow. The Juha dhow is basically like a small lagoon, which has been designed mainly for children. Another awesome ride is the flowrider. It is a surfing area, an artificial one.
If you are not in the mood for exhilarating rides, then you should probably head to the Breaker's Bay. The Breaker's Bay is HUGE. The largest wave pool that I have ever seen. Really awesome!

Another awesome experience is the flood river. This is the first ride that I went to as soon as I entered the park. A friend had told me about this ride. You basically sit on a circular rubber tube and you are swept by gushing river rapids through a pre-determined course. The waves are really WILD! The freaking waves sometimes reach upto around 2 metres! It is simply too good.

Wild Wadi park is regarded as over-priced by most. I agree. The rides are all terrific fun, but the price is a little too much. It is around 70 $! If you have a heavy wallet, then I personally suggest that you don't mis out on the Wild Wadi for anything in the world!

A Tennis Treat

2008-04-05T02:09:00.000-07:00

Dubai has set its sights on a new target: the sports arena. Recently, Dubai saw the inauguration of the Dubai Open, a tennis contest that plays host to the top tennis figures from around the world.
The Dubai Open is usually held during the months on February and May, a period which might not be the ideal time to visit Dubai, with temperatures battling to reach their peaks. Despite this, The Dubai Open has seen vast crowds, largely because of the international stars who participate in the tournament.
The 2008 edition of the Dubai Open, which was held last month, was conquered by Australian star, Andy Roddick. World no.1, Roger Federer , is also a common sight at the Dubai Open.
Dubai Open icket prices are well under 40$ and such ticket prices have also boosted the crowd. So if you are looking for some hot action while at Dubai, Head to the Dubai Open Arena to wach some of the best players, doing what they do best. Playing Tennis!