UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE)
ABU DHABI
Abu DhAbi, in Arabic the father of the gazelle, is the federal capital of the United Arab Emirates. The city of Abu Dhabi is part of the large emirate with the same name and presents a modern garden city lined with wide boulevards, green parks and bubbling fountains. The modern city has evolved over the past 30 years, and an array of stunning skyscrapers now reflects in the waters of the Arabian Gulf, contrasting with sandy beaches. Beneath Abu Dhabi’s modern facade is an intriguing culture, and a way of life that has changed little in recent years. From the traditional dhow or wooden boat races on the Corniche to the ancient bazaars packed full of antiques, the local culture is much in evidence. Minarets and domes sit comfortably between shimmering office towers and apartment blocks creating a unique skyline. The discovery of oil in the 1950s has given the emirate major influence in the international oil market, and Abu Dhabi sits on 10% of the world’s known oil reserves. But despite this wealth and power, it remains a humble and non-ostentatious society. Progress, however, is never far away and the city is developing fast. Abu Dhabi has a remarkable range of accommodation options to suit every taste and budget. Its cosmopolitan flavour is matched by its many restaurants which provide a truly international array of choices. A unique selection of leisure activities and sporting facilities is also available.
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DUBAI
Dubai, the second biggest Emirate in the UAE, is a cutting edge city of convincing differences and endless energy. With its cutting edge horizon and exhaustive framework, Dubai offers vistors every one of the advantages of a cosmopolitan city with the wizard of an ancient Arabia. It is exactly this differentiation that makes it an exceptional destination. Dubai has a long history as a significant exchanging center point and is the business and monetary focus of the region. From a little exchanging port making money off fishing, pearl jumping and limited scope agriculture, Dubai currently positions among the most active centers of exchange and trade in the region. The discovery of oil during the 1960s and the vision of its chiefs have set Dubai's development at a stunning speed. This exchanging society, along with its tax-exempt open market strategy, implies that Dubai is a customers' heaven. Cooled shopping centers offer the most recent architect marks and electronics at competitive prices. The exuberant souks are loaded with conventional artworks and products. Dubai is likewise one of the world's incredible gold centres and is frequently alluded to as the City of Gold.
What to Do in Dubai
Dubai resembles a grown-up jungle gym! There is an experience for in a real sense anybody. Actually, when in Dubai, investigate the noteworthy locale, visit the desert ridges, and loosen up near the ocean. Here are a greater amount of the top activities in Dubai!
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- Burj Khalifa
Get an extraordinary view from the highest point of the world! You can't visit Dubai without going to the planet's tallest high rise, the Burj Khalifa.
- Visit Palm Jumeirah
While going to the highest point of the Burj Khalifa is on each Dubai list of must-dos, you can likewise have a truly cool perspective on the city and every one of the winding streets that circle through from the Shangri-La hotel. Make a stop here either at the crack of dawn or dusk!
A definitive in richness, the Palm Jumeirah is the best fake island you will at any point visit.
Visit the Dubai Spring Harbor Scaffold
Contingent upon while you're understanding this-Dubai Spring Harbor is a pristine improvement thaat is set to be greater than the ongoing Midtown Dubai. Put right on the Spring and close to a natural life safe-haven, this region is flawless and it's likewise the spot to tracked down these shocking brilliant curves. Right now, there's nothing on the web about it — it's still a ton of soil and just the waterfront is created. So things will extend.
Investigate Old Deira
Dubai is far beyond it shows up. Take a visit with Meander with Nothing to strip back the layers of this powerful city.
Skydiving
There could be no greater view than the one that you get when you are dropping out of a plane from 12,500 feet over the ground.
Desert Safari
See one more side of Dubai on a desert safari! Leave the brilliant city lights behind and go for an experience. Winter is the best time for a safari, while the temps are cooler during the night and morning visits. You can lease a hill vehicle at a couple places around the city.
Zip Line Over the Wellsprings
Get some selfies before Dubai's lovely wellsprings then, at that point, fly by for a view from a higher place. For the most part this is shut for the late spring however check the schedule before you go.
Unwind at Float Ocean side Dubai
Contingent upon where you're remaining, you should find a spot with an incredible pool or ocean side club. I adored the One&Only Pool at Float Ocean side Dubai — it's essential for the One&Only Regal Hallucination. It's a ravishing pool right close to the ocean side and you can pick either a lounger by the pool or ocean side. You'll need to book a lounger or a bed ahead of time, and it truly is a fabulous arrangement for what you get. You can lease a lounger seat and it likewise incorporates a mixed drink and new natural product. There's likewise an ocean side eatery and pool-side help.
In the event that you're hoping to go overboard somewhat more, you can lease a gigantic bed for one day, and get your decision of natural product, or shining water. It's a very decent arrangement for such a lavish property, in addition to it's open after dusk.
Take a Yacht Out at Dusk
Take a yacht out to watch the dusk over the city while you're out on the water. Put on a few music and absorb every one of the energies!
Investigate Madinat Jumeirah
Some portion of a 5-star resort, you can stroll around, investigate the souks, and there are ravishing trenches with boats drifting going to ooh and wonderment over (it seems a lot of like Venice in the Center East). While it is a hotel, the region around it is made to stroll around and absorb the Middle Eastern motivated engineering. I suggest going late in the early evening or not long before dusk and afterward snatching a beverage at Shines.
Watch the Dubai Wellsprings
Plan to visit these striking wellsprings no less than two times to get the daytime and evening view.
Visit the Worldwide Town
This huge town is comprised of such countless various segments — each themed to country. Each spot highlights food from around the world and there are shops to purchase items from that region and an amusement park, for sure!
AJMAN
The smallest of the seven emirates, Ajman is a charming settlement hugging the Persian Gulf’s coastline. It also lays claim to two tiny enclaves in the Hajar Mountains. Once an important Bronze Age community, modern Ajman is the antithesis of the bustle and energy of Dubai. Situated along a natural creek, Ajman is home to many historical sites, an enchanting museum and the largest dhow building yard in the world. The traditional way of Arab living has been well preserved here, providing a pleasant blend of the old and new. Natural attractions are represented by golden sandy beaches and the startling different topography ranging between mountains and flat sandy land. The Ajman National Museum is one of the main tourist attractions in the city. The historical fort houses representative of different periods in the emirate’s history, various archaeological acquisitions, historical documents, and tools and implements used in olden days. It was the primary residence of an Ajman’s ruling family until the year 1970, after which it was restored and converted into a museum. Ajman’s dhow yard are the world’s largest active dhow building yard. The dhow is a wooden ocean going boat of Arabic origin, featuring one or more lateen sails. They are built by hand with traditional tools, as per oral guidelines that have been handed down from generation to generation.
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FUJAIRAH
Fujairah is the only Emirate entirely located on the eastern coast of the UAE on the Gulf of Oman. The total landmass of Fujairah is 1,450 square kilometres.
Nestled between the lunar landscapes of the Hajar Mountains, with 70 kilometers of sandy coasts, the emirate of Fujairah is blessed with unspoilt natural beauty. Free from the pressures of modern city living, Fujairah is the kind of place that makes people want to stay back. For those fascinated by history, Fujairah is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Known in the old ages as the ‘land of the sea giants’, some of the most important archaeological finds in the Gulf region have been made in this area. Excavations show that man’s presence in the region dates back to the Iron Age. Fujairah looks out over the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean, and has one of the richest marine environments on the planet. The crystal clear waters are a favourite of water sports enthusiasts and biologists alike. The rugged landscape also provides the perfect environment for a range of activities including wadi drives, desert safaris and mountain treks. A major attraction is bull-baiting, a bloodless form of bullfighting which takes place every Friday. The emirate is dotted with places of interest ranging from the UAE’s smallest mosque, to ancient forts and museums, spice souks, and pottery stalls. The picturesque fishing village of Dibba, the fruit bowl of the UAE – Al Dhaid, Bithnah oasis and the abandoned Fujairah village are other key attractions. In recent years, Fujairah has made tremendous progress in the tourism sector. Officials are striving to position the emirate as a popular tourist destination, in the hope that it will soon match the prestigious reputation of its acclaimed commercial shipping port.
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- Al-Bidyah Mosque
- Fujairah Fort
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- Fujairah Museum
- Ain al-Madhab Hot Springs
- Wadi Siji, Wadi Saham and Wadi Mai
Ras Al Khaimah (RAK)
Ras Al Khaimah means the top of the tent, in Arabic. The most northern emirate of the UAE is also its most picturesque. Once known as Julfar, the emirate has been the site of human habitation for several millennia, and local archaeological sites date back to the Umm Al Nar civilization of the 3rd millennium BC. In the absence of oil, the Ras Al Khaimah has focused on developing its industrial sector. RAK Cement Company was formed in the early 1970s and is now one of the largest cement producers in the region. Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries (Julphar) are the region’s first and leading pharmaceuticals company. Surrounded by sea, desert, and mountains, this land boast a plethora of white beaches, blue seas, fertile plains, forests and farms, thermal springs, rugged mountains and red dunes. Combining adventure with relaxation is the central theme of Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism industry, and visitors can take in historic landmarks, stunning scenery and desert wildlife, just as they can enjoy a game of golf or try adventures in the desert or on water. The National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah is housed in the former palace of the ruling family and has many exhibits on the natural history, arts and crafts of past centuries. Dhayah Fort is the country’s only surviving hilltop fort. Shimal and Sheba’s Palace house historic tombs and palace ruins. Ras Al Khaimah has an adequate number of local and international hotels, with more planned for the future.
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SHARJAH
In Arabic, Sharjah means rising sun. With a fascinating history dating back over 5,000 years, Sharjah was the most important seaport on the lower coastline of the Gulf, for many years. Its seafaring and trading roots are still in evidence today at its many busy boatyards and markets. After Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Sharjah is the third largest emirate of the UAE, and the most conservative of all seven. It is also the only emirate to have a coastline in both east and west coasts of the country. This generous expanse of land includes deserts, long sandy beaches, and many significant archaeological sites. Art and culture are the dominant influences in Sharjah, and its universities, libraries, museums and mosques celebrate a heritage that has evolved over many centuries. In 1998, Sharjah was named ‘Cultural Capital of the Arab World by UNESCO. The emirate is home to over 30 museums and heritage sites, including the largest art museum in the region. Sharjah is a shopping haven with modern malls and unique souks and bazaars. Sharjah has many choices in beach resorts and hotelshotels of varying standards, with plenty of dining options, and sports and leisure facilities.
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Umm Al Quwain
The name Umm Al Quwain is derived from Umm Al Quwatain, which means "Mother of two powers", a reference to the powerful seafaring tradition of this emirate. Today, it is home to major archaeological sites and mangroves that stretch over more than seven kilometres. Al Seniah Island is one of the emirate’s largest islands, hosting a natural reserve for migratory birds in the relatively
Things to do
- Falaj Al Mualla Garden Park:- You can rent bikes, tricycle, quad bike and playground with mini grocery. There is also a pool for kids and women no Sunday-Wednesdays from 8am-11pm and families from 10am-12 mn on Thursday-Saturday
- Umm Al Quwain Motor Racing Club
- Umm Al Quwain Marine Club and Riding Centre:- Over 40 horse to ride and with a team of qualified riding instructors.
- The umm Al Quwain Aeroclub:-
- Umm al Quwain's Corniche:-
- Umm Al Quwain Motor Racing Club:-
- Sailing in the clear calm water, surfing, kayaking, and jet-skiing
- Exploring jumping fish, turtles, variety of seabirds, pink flamingos, crabs and rays can all be seen in their natural environment offering a unique adventure for visitors.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Language: The authority and public language of the UAE is Arabic, yet English is spoken.
Money: The cash of the UAE is the Emirates dirham (AED), at times called Emirati dirham. (Dhs)
Visas and ATMs: Visa use is on the ascent in UAE so you shouldn't run over any issues assuming that you anticipate utilizing one during your visit. Visa and Mastercard are generally acknowledged with American Express being less inclined to be acknowledged. More modest stores and supermarkets may not acknowledge cards, so it's ideal to keep limited quantities of money on you if necessary. ATMs are found on pretty much every corner in large urban communities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Wellbeing: UAE was recorded as the 31st most secure country on the planet. Brutal wrongdoing is low, and sightseers regularly won't confront anything more terrible than some pickpocketing. On the off chance that you're an independent female explorer, be aware of how you act or dress in broad daylight to forestall disrupting neighborhood guidelines.
