DUBAI CITY TOUR

Sheikh Zayed Road is one of the main highways of Dubai, which effectively connects the seven emirates. A plethora of high rises residential and office spaces sit on either side of the road. It's also known as the E-11 road, and it connects Dubai to Abu Dhabi. It has a length of roughly 560kms and is known by different names in different emirate cities.

In the 19th century, Dubai was a sleepy but essential seaport for Romans to Persians, Chinese, and English trade routes. It outpaced itself and flourished by leaps and bounds.But let's not forget where it all begun. Al Bastakiya is the oldest residential locality in the city. It's a popular tourist destination. Its streets are bustling with explorers trying to catch a glimpse of the old Dubai. You will be surprised to know that once Iranian lived in this part of the town.Ochre-colored residential structures adorn Baktakiya, with houses made of mud, gypsum, coral, and palm wood. Most of the wooden doors open up to cafés and hotels, so go on a walk along the winding alleyways and treat yourself to some Arabic cuisines.

Since its commencement in 1999, Burj Al Arab has set its benchmarks for Arabian Hospitality and luxury. Built in the shape of a sail, Burj Al Arab is draped in all gold and marble. From dancing fountains and honey Comb architecture to its extravagant suites, it's an epitome of grandeur.

Another feather in the cap of world records, Palm Jumeirah, is the largest human-made island in the whole world. It's built in the shape of a palm tree, and hence its name.It houses some of the finest luxury resorts like Jumeriah Zabeel Saray and One&Only Palm. It has a range of other offerings as well, like Skydiving, speed boating, or yachting.

Atlantis hotel is situated at the tip of Palm Jumeirah. It started its operation back in 2008 and has been a famous go-to resort ever since. It was the first-ever resort built on the palm islands and is themed as Atlantis, the lost city.      

Your trip to Dubai is not complete without a visit to this superstructure. Burj Khalifa needs no introduction. Apart from holding a world record of being the tallest building globally, it holds six other records.Burj Khalifa has two observatories, namely "At The Top" and "At The Top Sky." Be it any floor, and the view is spectacular. The panoramic view of the city's skyline from a floor-to-ceiling glass structure is staggering. To climb up to the observatory, you will have to hop on to their lifts(record holder for being the fastest), giving you a multimedia experience and educating you about the structure's history.

Jumeirah Beach is undeniably one of the best public beaches in Dubai. It's a sprawl of white sand at the feet of Burj Al Arab, an architectural marvel. The beach derives its name from the Jumeirah district, which marks the start point of this strip. A perfect escape from city life, Jumeirah beach is a bustling hotspot for tourists. It caters to the thrill-seekers as much as it does to the ones who just came to Jumeirah to escape city life. There's nothing that you would miss out on, from Jet skiing, boat tours to sun lounges and parks. Jumeirah has food stalls offering a myriad of cuisines, both local and from around the world.      

Kick off your shoes and run on the sandy beach opposite JBR(Jumeriah Beach Residence). An idyllic setting where you, along with your family, can lay back, enjoy the sea breeze or take a dip. The cosmopolitan is lined with restaurants, hotels, and lounges to satisfy your appetite. You can go parasailing or waterboarding for the thrill-seekers, and you can have a banana ride! You can work up a sweat on a 600-meter jogging track or an outdoor gym, and they even have a basketball court. For the lazy heads, you can pop yourselves on a camel and take a ride along the shore.