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Dubai and the Emirates Holidays
We feature hotels in all seven Emirates with the most popular detailed below. Dubai is the best known destination, but there is great value to be had in the neighbouring emirates providing you with your arabian experience.
Travel Guide to Dubai and the EmiratesLocation
Dubai is to be found at the northern end of the west coast of the United Arab Emirates. The UAE is nestled between Saudi Arabia and Oman with the Arabian Gulf making up half of its borders.
Shopping
Shopping in Dubai is one of its greatest attractions. There are air conditioned shopping malls all over Dubai. The Mall of the Emirates is a good example. It has the Kempinski hotel attached to it and Ski Dubai as one of its main attractions. Ibn Battuta is named after the famous Arabic halls there is also the gold souk where gold is well priced. The Souk al Kabeer and Meena Bazaar are areas where you can find great material and get clothes made. Most of the materials come from India and Pakistan. If you are seeking electronics pop down to Bur Dubai where the neon lights and signage jump out at you. You can haggle yourself a cheap MP3.In summer and in January there is a shopping festival with sales and events taking place in many malls.
Geography
The UAE lies in an arid tropical zone giving rise to its hot and dry climate. The climate is heavily influenced by the Indian Ocean which causes higher humidity on the coast than inland during the very hot summer months.
History
In 1820 the British started to bring about an end to piracy which was rife in the area and by 1892 the British had assumed the protection of the area. Despite this the sheikhdoms followed their traditional Arabic monarchy with absolute autonomy and power for their regions.
In 1953 the emirates established a Trucial Council to look after their common interests.
The emirates gained independence in 1970 which led to the forming of the UAE, first with six members and then with the seventh joining a short while later.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was established on 2 December 1971. The UAE is a federation of seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Qaiwain, Ras al-Khaimah and Fujairah.
Climate
J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
Av Temp (F) | 76 | 77 | 82 | 90 | 99 | 102 | 104 | 104 | 99 | 95 | 87 | 79 |
Av Temp (C) | 24 | 25 | 28 | 32 | 37 | 39 | 40 | 40 | 37 | 35 | 31 | 26 |
Sunshine Hours | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
Rain (inches) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Basic Information
Language
Arabic is the official language although English is also widely spoken and understood.
Currency
The official currency of the UAE is the Dirham.
Electricity
220/240 volts AC 50 Hz.
Banks
Opening hours Sat-Thur 8am-1pm.
Driving
Driving is on the right. Roads are in good condition. Taxis are widely available.
Time difference
GMT +4 hours.
Tipping and local customs
Tipping is discretionary, but 10% is sometimes added in restaurants and is an acceptable amount for any other tip.
Alcohol may not be drunk in the streets.
Alcohol is not served in many restaurants during the holy month of Ramadan.
Water
Bottled mineral water is recommended.
Tourist Board information
www.dubaitourism.ae
Visas
Visa are currently not required for British and Irish passport holders. Six months valid passport is required.
What makes it so special?
You either love or hate Dubai. It is brash, fast moving, full of building work but also vibrant. All sorts of impossible projects are underway here from the tallest building to the building of a model of the world at sea. Dubai offers a great city and shopping break destination year round with the added bonus of great beaches and deserts just a short distance from the city. There is great golf albeit on the expensive side as well as camel and horse racing. All this with great year round temperatures makes Dubai a must to visit.
Where to visit?
Shopping malls throughout the city - best is Mall of the Emirates with Dubai ski
The beaches are clean sandy and safe
Desert excursion either full day or overnight
Burj Al Arab You must visit the icon
Boat ride to see the Palm and the World
Most popular tours
City shopping tour
Half day desert safari
Overnight desert safari staying at a camp
Our Holidays in Dubai and the Emirates
Below are our hotel listings for holidays in Dubai and the Emirates. If you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to give us a call to discuss your requirements, alternatively you can view our holidays in other Middle Eastern destinations.
Holidays to Abu Dhabi
The Capital of the UAE and the largest of its seven Emirates, Abu Dhabi is relatively new on the tourist map for UK visitors as it has been previously better known for business than tourism.
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This is a first class contemporary hotel set on a sandy beach, surrounded by parkland and only a short distance from the marina. The hotel has recently been renovated
Intercontinental
One of the most opulent hotels in the Middle East, built by the ruler of Abu Dhabi as a palace for incoming heads of state as well as being a hotel.
Emirates Palace
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Situated on its own magnificent white beach, the hotel is in the business district and has its own private entrance to the Abu Dhabi Mall
Beach Rotana
An excellent resort hotel, Shangri-La Qaryat al Beri lies between two bridges on the way to downtown Abu Dhabi. It is 15 minutes from the airport and about the same distance to downtown. Its food service and facilities are of the usual high Shangri La standard
Shangri-La Qaryat al Beri
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A contemporary hotel in the city centre on the famous Corniche Road. All rooms have a breathtaking view of the Arabian Gulf or beautiful, landscaped gardens
Hilton
Holidays to Dubai
Dubai is one of the world’s most exciting, dynamic cities, a remarkable oasis in the desert combining ultra-luxurious accommodation, sandy beaches, unbelievable duty-free shopping and the allure of traditional Arabic culture.
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Royal Mirage
7nts from £1,259
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Considered by many to be the most stylish resort on Dubai’s Jumeira Beach and a tribute to Arabian architecture, this hotel is offering outstanding value for money this year. It has a huge range of restaurants, bars and activities, large pools, huge gardens, a private beach kids club and a spa.
Royal Mirage
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
7nts from £1,049
This is a luxurious hotel located on the beach with a fantastic range of amenities and activities including free access to the Wild Wadi water Park. It is the best known hotel in the area and is set further away from the extensive building works than any of the other hotels
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Atlantis The Palm
7nts from £1,129
The Royal Towers of Atlantis are an architectural wonder, announcing both a new landmark and an exciting dimension to Dubai!!
Atlantis The Palm
Surrounded by waterways served by traditional water taxis, this complex of three luxurious Arabic-styled hotels features the boutique-style Mina A Salam, the centrepice Al Qasr hotel, and Dar Al Masyat, with its private villas. Facilities include a souk, spa and a fantastic variety of restaurants and bars.
Madinat Jumeirah
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort
7nts from £749
This boutique-style modern 5* resort is set on 1,200 meters of the Jumeirah coastline, lining Dubai’s largest private white sand beach and glittering, 238-berth world-class marina.
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort
Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa
3nts from £589
This five star resort is known as Dubai’s Only True Resort with its combination of exceptional leisure options and professional meeting facilities all surrounded by breathtaking natural characteristics and its own private beach.
Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
7nts from £769
Set on the golden mile, the Jumeirah beach, the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah is only 40 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from the heart of Dubai. The 9 storey building overlooks the white sands and blue waters of the Arabian Gulf.
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
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The five-star resort is impressively built with classical charm and inspiration throughout, aimed to leave each and every traveller feeling better than when they arrived.
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
Four Points by Sheraton Sheik Zayed Road
7nts from £609
Situated in the heart of the central business district, this hotel is conveniently located near the modern shopping malls and Jumeirah Beach and is also only 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport.
Four Points by Sheraton Sheik Zayed Road
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These well appointed apartments are in 10 separate bocks and offer a good base to explore Dubai, located in the city centres financial district offering self catering
Golden Sands Apartments
Holidays to Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al-Khaimah, which means ’top of the tent’ is the UAE’s most northern Emirate, and has fine beaches and a much quieter feel to Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
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Designed in the style of an Arabian Fort and set on a stunning beach. The hotel is just 60 minutes drive by private transfer from Dubai airport making it a great alternate base to enjoy the arabian sunshine, dessert and Dubai city itself.
Al Hamra Fort
Holidays to Fujairah
One of the UAE’s smallest Emirates, Fujairah is 90 minutes from Dubai along the east coast Gulf of Oman and characterised by its impressive mountain landscape and fertile climate.
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Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort
5nts from £939
The hotel is located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates in Fujairah, approximately 45km from Fujairah city and 90 minutes from cosmopolitan Dubai. Situated on 200m of white sandy beach, this five star resort offers everything you would wish for a relaxing break away!
Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort
Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach
5nts from £789
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This is a superb luxury resort for those in need of total relaxation and is only 90 mins from Dubai itself.
Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach
Holidays to Ajman
Ajman is the smallest of the seven Emirates and is north of Dubai and Sharjah. It has a much less developed feel and enjoys a fabulous long sandy beach.
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A relaxing hotel on a super beach only 25 kms from dynamic Dubai. It features elegant sea view rooms and offers a wide range of international fine dining restaurants, bars and a cafe
Ajman Kempinski
Cruises
This 7 night cruise around the United Arab Emirates starts in Dubai, one of the most exclusive cities in the world, with mosques, sea and desert. You’ll then set out to sea to discover the different landscape of Oman, the desert of Fujairah and Abu Dhabi, the capital of the Emirates. The cruise finally touches Bahrain, where ancient and modern blend in harmony.
Middle East Cruise onboard the Costa Romantica
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