

Dubai

Best time to go
Dubai is sunny all year round however avoid the summer months (June - Aug) as it can be unbearably hot. The best time to visit Dubai is during the winter months (Nov - April). Usually, Jan - Feb is where loads of tourist visit Dubai because of the Dubai Shopping Festival. Its also key to note, Ramadan is a yearly muslim festival which sees the country go dry (no alcohol), from sunrise to sunset. This time is best avoided for party goers. The dates for Ramadan vary each year.
Best suppliers to book are Ratehawk (for hotels only), Major Travel, USAirtour & Instant Holidays. If booking for yourself as the agent, best to contact the hotel directly and check out Staff Travel Voyage (STV).
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Sofitel The Palm - Apartments
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Atlantis The Palm
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Le Royal Meridien – this is where a number of footballers stay
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Ritz Carlton Jbr
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Jumeirah Beach
• La Pita – this hotel is not on the beach. It is a theme park hotel
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JA Palm Tree Court
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Rixos The Palm
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Westin
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The Five Palm Village – get your own private pool!
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Fairmont the Palm
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Grand Habtoor Palace
For a large family that requires who don’t like sleeping like sardines in one room, click on the link below to find out which hotels can accommodate with 2 or more bedroom suites!
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One & Only The Palm
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Anantara
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The Five Palm Village – get your own private pool!
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Five Palm Jumeriah
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The Address Sky View
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Address Beach
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Holiday Inn
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Mandarin
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Fairmont Hotel
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Movenpick Grand Al Bustan
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W hotel – recommended for hens and stags
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Burj-Al Arab – recommended for those who want a top end hotel.
Most popular supplier(s) to use
Family stay:
Adults/Honeymooners stay:
Hotels right next to the Airport:
Hot Spots/Stay in Dubai:

Must do activities/excursions
Hire a Yatch
One of the most popular activities in Dubai is to Hire a yacht and sail along the beautiful coastline. Use Xclusive Yachts www.xclusiveyachts.com. They are based on Pier 7 in the Marina. They have an alcohol license. They offer agents and net rates also
You can find some amazing discount offers by downloading the Groupon Dubai app.
Please note you will need to carry your passport with you incase of coastguard inspection checks. Also check the Back Office> Activities section
Ride the world largest urban zipline 'XLINE'. It costs around 650 AED which is approximately £130. This includes all the pictures and videos. This can be booked in the Back Office> Activites section
Located at sky dive Dubai, this is a dinner you won't ever forget. Suspended by a crane 50 metres high take in the sights of dubai, while you indulge. Website: https://dinnerinthesky.ae/
Take a sunset hot air balloon ride over the desert
Hot air ballooning in Dubai is truly unique. Not only do you get to float over the desert at 4,000ft.
Website: www.ballooning.ae
Book yourself a desert safari and ride the sands in a 4x4 or even say hello to a camel! You can check the Back Office >Activities section or our supplier Attraction World.
For bespoke service – book 1 or 2 nights in a Desert Resort. Al Maha. A resort which overlooks the desert, has a pool and you can get close to the animals.
Fly over Dubai and see the beautiful location and even The Palm! There are many options through the Back Office >Activities section or our supplier Attraction World.
The most popular activity is the Skydive! You can either book this through Back Office >Activities section or book through skydivedubai.ae
Check out the world tallest 360 infinity pool at the Aura Sky Pool dubai. The view is just INSANE!
Its located inside St Regi's Dubai (the Palm). Tickets are from AED 225 -360 (approx)! It does get booked up quickly so try to book it in advance! the Sunset views is so incredible from infinity pool! Website: https://auraskypool.com/
This incredible package includes, Dubai 4x4 whelly luxury air conditioned jeeps for Desert Sari Dune, sand boarding, camel ride experience, henna tattoo design, Arabic Coffee and Shisha, Live BBQ Buffet live show, Falcon Show, Transport with professional Tour Guide, Abra ride experience, Dubai Museum ticket, Photo Stop from out out Burj Al Arab & Jumeriah Mosque. Starts from £81.09pp and can be found in your Back Office > Activities section.
This incredible package allows you to experience five of Dubai's iconic attractions and activities. Package includes an expert guide, stop for photos of the iconic Atlantis the Palm & Burj Al Arab hotels, a scenic Arabian dhow cruise along skyscraper ringed Dubai Marina, visit the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa for stupendous city views, savour a delicious buffet dinner at the swish Armani hotel, enjoy views of the Dubai Foundation show from the restaurant terrace. Prices from £109.77pp. This package can be found in your Back Office > Activities section
ZipLining
Dine in the sky
Hot Air Balloon
Desert Safari
Helicopter ride
Skydive
World's tallest 360 infinity pool
Dubai City Combo and Premium Desert Safari
Dubai Main Attractions on a budget

Family must do activities/excursions

World's largest Waterpark
Start exploring the World’s Largest Waterpark - Aquaventure and get your pulse racing with 105 record-breaking slides, attractions and experiences, make your way through the Raging Rapids, and relax on 1km of private beach.This waterpark is suitable for the little bubbas where they can splash around in the kids play area. You can book this through Back Office> Activities section or Attraction World supplier
No trip to Dubai is complete without meeting the friendly Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins and the sea lions. You can experience a variety of programmes that provide an up-close look at these magnificent marine mammals and how they take care of them at Aquaventure water park.
Note that you will get free access to the water park with any Dolphin or Sealion experience booked.
Whether its thrills you're after or family fun days out, Dubai has plenty of you theme parks and water parks to keep you excited! Top picks are:
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IMG World of Adventures
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Motiongate
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Legoland
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Wild Wadi
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Bollywood Parks
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Laguna Waterpark
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Riverland Dubai
Spend a mummy and daughter day at the Hello Kitty Day Spa where you can have a cheeky sip on mocktails and cupcakes whilst getting a full pamper and spa afternoon! Website:
Enter into one of the world’s largest aquariums located at the Dubai Mall. The aquarium alone shelters over 33,000 underwater creature from close to 150 species. At the underwater zoo, meet King Crocs, the world’s largest reptile, as well as a variety of night creatures. You can book this through the Back Office> Activities section.
Design and Technology centre for kids- they can make fun metal work and woodwork projects- open 10am-6pm. Found in Times Square Centre.
Dolphin/Sea lion Experience
Dubai Theme Parks
Hello Kitty Spa (for the girls)
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
StuDIYo Lab
Places to have a brunch
In Dubai, they just can’t get enough of brunch. Luckily, we’ve got a whole new year of weekends to fill with fabulous brunches. Friday is the main brunch day but you can also find brunches on a Saturday too!
Some recommended brunch places are:
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Bubbalicious at the 'Westin'
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London Social at the 'Ritz Carlton JBR'
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White at the Palm Beach Club - 'Atlantis'
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Zero gravity beach club
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The Wet Deck at the 'W Hotel'
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Brasserie 2.0 at the 'Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa'

Beach Parties

Dubai’s known for its pretty weather, and there’s no better way to make the most of it than to hit these epic beach clubs dotted across the city. Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun or simply chill out by the pool, here's a few recommended beach clubs in Dubai:
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Cove Beach - Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai
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Nikki Beach - Pearl Jumeirah
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The Beach – Five Hotel
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Azure Beach - Rixos Premium Dubai JBR
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Paradis Beach - Rixos The Palm
Insider tip
Advise clients to check their Emirates Boarding Passes site as these include discounted tickets to attractions, restaurants and spas for free.
Advise your customers to download the following apps where they get access to discounted activities, restaurants, beauty treatments and spa (e.g massages, nails) and much more: Cobone & Groupon. Additionally, you can recommend the "Entertainer" app (https://www.theentertainerme.com/). This gives you thousands (about 15k +) 2-4-1 vouchers for every restaurant and activity throughout Dubai. It’s pricey at around £85 (415 AED) but you will save this with a couple of meals out or one visit to a water park and it lasts for 12 months.
Example Itinerary and best Instagram worthy places:
Day 1: Dubai Mall & Burj Khalifa
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Burj Khalifa 124th floor- Painted wings
Go for the sunrise tickets that include breakfast- it’s quieter! (Fridays & Saturdays)
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Sky View Observatory (Opposite Burj Khalifa)
Try the glass sky slide on floor 53-should be included in your ticket.
If you’re brave enough tackle the Edge Walk-a ledge on the outside of the tower.
Arrive at opening time (10am) Otherwise it gets busy and queues can be horrendous!
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Burj Park by Emaar
Here you get the best pictures with Burj Khalifa and the skyscrapers, note: you cannot use a professional camera here.
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Wings of Mexico Statue
Bus No*27 Stops right outside it- combine this with the above
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Palace Downtown Pool Area (outside)- can visit here for free and get brilliant pictures of the Burj Khalifa Bus No*27 also stops nearby. Can be combined with the above, visit during afternoon or close to sunset.
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Dubai Mall Waterfalls
Go in the morning to avoid the crowds.
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Dubai Steel Heart- Just outside Dubai Mall
Another fab location to take pictures with the Burj Khalifa in the background- use the exit closest to the waterfall.
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Museum of Future
Located near the Emirates towers Metro- innovative and immersive museum-beautiful building too. Close to many restaurants and cafes too.
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Saya Brasserie Cafe
Think PINK, Think Floral! Can be found in the City Walk Mall
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Dine and watch the Dubai Fountain views from Zeta Restaurant
Located in the Address Downtown hotel- the fountains go off every 30 minutes. You can also book a Burj Lake tour which allows you to get close to the fountains.
Day 2- Culture and Historic based
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Al Bastakiya
If you want to experience the original culture and heritage buildings, museums, stalls, this is the place to go. The green metro line will take you here.
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Arabian Tea House
Cute setup’s and a huge range of tea menus in the historic Al Bastakiya neighbourhood
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Al Seef Street
Similar to the above- you’ll pass many photogenic buildings- check out the Starbucks here! You’ll be surprised! Burjuman Metro Station is what you want to look out for. This leads to Dubai Creek.
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Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai Museum)
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Dubai Creek Harbour
Arrive 1 hour before sunset for best pictures, it’s not fully developed yet so you would need to take a taxi and pre arrange your return taxi too. The Dubai skyline views from here are incredible!
Day 3 Exploring
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Dubai Miracle Gardens
The most beautiful garden with fabulous displays
Open between Mid November- Mid May
You can book tours that include transportation and shopping at the Global Village
Otherwise the easiest way would be to grab a taxi.
Go for opening time-9am!
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Dubai Desert Safari
I recommend going for the 3pm safari so you can experience the sunset.
Day 4- Beach and ocean views
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The View at the Palm
52nd floor comes with general admission and the 54th floor without the glass panels comes with the Next Level Experience
If you depart the Palm monorail at Nakheel Mall you’ll be at the base of the skyscraper.
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Aura Skypool
Get a day pass for the highest infinity pool in Dubai- all bookings include a subbed, lounge access and a bespoke welcome pack. It is on the 50th floor of the Nakheel Palm Tower.
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Atlantis The Palm
You can visit the Aquaventure Park swim with dolphins and visit the Lost Chambers Aquarium or grab a tea/coffee in the Ambassador Lagoon and enjoy the large aquarium views.
The Palm Jumeirah Monorail stops right in front of the hotel.- Like anywhere in Dubai, morning is the best time to visit.
Day 5- Beach and Boat Tour
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Dubai Marina Yacht Tour
The deck of the Yacht is the best place to get great views of Al Ain (The wheel), Burj Al Arab, The Dubai Marina & City Skyline- go for the one with breakfast or the one with BBQ.
Closest metro station Sobha Realty Metro.
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JBR Beach
White Sands, Water Sports, Lots of Restaurants, cafes, Shops and activities such as floating waterpark.
15 min walk from Sobha Realty Metro
Day 6- Beach & Mosque Viewings
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Jumeirah Public Beach
This is where you can get the best views of Burj al Arab
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Imam Hussein Mosque
The architecture here is beautiful and influenced by Persian Styles. Dress code: Modest and keep your hair covered. Avoid Fridays and prayer times (unless you intend to pray there).
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Jumeirah Mosque
A short walk away from Imam Hussein Mosque, also runs tours at 10am and 2pm.
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Forever Rose Cafe
It is designed in such a way that if you were to take a picture inside, it would look like you’re standing in front of a 2D book. Only the food and teas have colour!
Opens daily at 8am.
Closest location is the Business Bay Metro Station.