Dubai is a city famous for its exquisite man-made beauty. The city emerged from the desert and is now known for its expensive cars, skyscrapers, shopping malls etc. It is a place where you see culture and tradition go hand in hand with modernity. It houses people of more than 200 nationalities and is a city with diverse culture. In a city which seems to offer everything, here are five things you should do while in Dubai.
Pay a visit to the Desert Safari
No matter how much time you have desert safari is a definite must. You can book a desert safari tour online according to your convenience. While arranging a trip on your own you are bound to end up tired, and you will surely miss something. Online packages help you get a great deal as you can select your preferable timing and then have lunch or dinner in the desert watch the belly dancing or sword fighting show and be dropped off at your hotel on time.
Kayaking
Kayaking is a definite must in Dubai. Even though it is a planned city, it has many different locations to go kayaking. You can go to Hatta Dam for kayaking where the mountains surround the lake, and the scenery is nothing short of majestic. You can go on urban kayaking where the tall buildings and skyscrapers tower over you. You can go to Jumairah where they have clear transparent kayaks or the eastern mangroves where you can have nature all around you as you go kayaking. To find out more about kayaks,click here.
Zipline
Dubai is home to the world longest urban zip line. You can easily book a trip online get a confirmation email, and all you have to do is show up on time, and you are ready to go. On the way to the site, you are weighed and given a security briefing, then the fun begins. You can enjoy the zip lining with your friends and family or even go solo. Watching the man-made towers rise high and passing them in midair at breakneck speed you are sure to have an experience of a lifetime.
Shopping and lots of shopping!
If you’re in Dubai, one thing you should never miss out on is shopping. Dubai has made a name for itself in the international arena because of its malls and its shopping festivals. If you’re looking for anything all you need to do is name it, Dubai surely has it and much more. People from all around the world come to attend the Dubai shopping festival. Not only are goods at preferably decent prices, but the festival also comprises o many main and sub-events such as concerts and competitions.
Don’t forget to see the BurjKhalifa
The last but not the least one must make time to visit the observational decks of Burj Khalifa and take in the breathtaking view from the world’s tallest building. The building is 829.8 meters tall. While it may be a bit costly, it is definitely worth the money and the wait.
About the Author:
Tom is a blogger and a nature lover. He is obsessed with traveling and adventures and that too with his family. He believes that water has a steady hold of him. He regularly writes about his experiences at http://kayakcritic.net/.