Dubai Holidays
Overview
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If you're looking for the ultimate in luxury holidays, the opulent hotels in Dubai should be top of your list. High in the style, glamour and wealth stakes, this desert metropolis combines the best of both urban living and beachside relaxation. With its unrivalled selection of fine dining and luxury hotels, Dubai holidays offer the elegance and first-class service you would expect from a city that has become synonymous with indulgence and grandeur.
Dubai Highlights
Beaches: The warm inviting turquoise waters invite you to Dubai. Take advantage on the white sand beaches and relax in the Arabian Sea. Lined with restaurants, bars and hotels you're never too far away from the amazing facilities in this fabulous city. Jumeirah Beach is now a world renowned white sandy 10 mile stretch of beach and flanked with the sail shaped building - Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Palm Beach is ideal for relaxing and sunbathing too or enjoy the watersports on offer.
Souks, shopping & gold: Take a journey into the past and wander through the souks of Dubai, selling spices, crafts and most famously known for gold. Haggle your way to a bargain, and spend the rest of your day in stark contrasts of the sparkling brand new, malls of Dubai. The Mall of the Emirates is a leisure and entertainment complex, with all your high street brands and designer boutiques, cool down and visit Ski Dubai the first indoor ski resort.
Desert adventure: Dune bashing as it is commonly known is a 'must do' activity in Dubai. Take a seat in the 4x4 Jeep and experience a thrilling ride up and over the sand dunes. Let the adrenalin subside and gaze at the stars whilst enjoying your desert barbecue and an evening show.
Waterparks: The perfect place to combine a fun day out, adrenalin and enjoying the sunshine is the two major waterparks that Dubai boasts. Wild Wadi Waterpark, next to the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Enjoy the views from the tallest waterslide outside of the USA and shoot down at 50mph. Visit Atlantis, the Palm AQUAVENTURE and zoom down the 'leap of faith' into the shark filled aquarium. Take a trip on rapids or swim with dolphins. With so much to do you can visit again and again.
Iconic sites: Dubai's skyline is constantly developing and changing. The Burj Al Arab, designed as the billowing sail is the most luxurious hotel in the world, sitting on a man made island off the coast of Jumeirah Beach. The man made Palm Island at Jebel Ali, Jumeirah and Deira and The World host, hotels, private islands, restaurants and entertainment centres are a feat of engineering. View this from the iconic building Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.
Dubai Factfile
When to go
Temperature Range: 23°C - 41°C
Most popular: October - April
Best value: January, June, July, August, September and December
Best weather: October - April
Travel Information
Direct flights: Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic
Indirect flights: KLM
Visa information: None for British citizens
Health information: No specific vaccinations required
Time Difference: GMT +4 hours
When To Go
Best Value
To avoid the highest prices of November to April, stick to the summer months. There will be fewer crowds and you could get that same stunning scenery for a bargain price. Although these are the hottest months, the endless indoor and outdoor activities will keep you entertained. Hotel prices are considerably cheaper between June-August.
Best Time to Go
If you are looking for sunny days on the beach and comfortable temperatures head to Dubai between November and April, the heat will not be too intense. Should you take a evening dune safari, prepare for the temperature to drop slightly. Mid April and Dubai's summer commences, through to October, temperatures are high but the shopping malls, spas, eateries, water parks and ski slopes are the perfect retreat.
Most Popular
Most people choose to visit Dubai between October to April. You can take full advantage of the outdoors with slightly cooler temperatures. And plenty of activities available such as dune safari's and city tours, you don't have to hop from one shady spot to another.
Hottest
Dubai is a desert metropolis, temperatures rarely dropping below 20°C. The hottest months are June to September. Temperatures can reach up to 40°C.
Climate
Dubai has an arid sub tropical climate being located in the Northern desert belt, with blue skies and sunshine year round. Rainfall is irregular, but usually occurs between December and March and is the high season where temperatures average at a comfortable 25°C. In the summer months, June to September, the low season, can see temperatures soar to over 40°C and the humidity can levels are very high.
Dubai Travel Information
Flight information
There are a number of carriers to offering flights to Dubai from the UK.
Direct Carriers: Emirates, British Airways & Virgin Atlantic offer direct non stop services from the UK.
Indirect Carriers: KLM offer regional UK departures via Amsterdam.
Departure Taxes: There are no relevant departure taxes in Dubai.
Visa information
British Citizens are not required to have a visa to enter Dubai but will be given a 30 day visa on arrival free of charge. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Dubai. Please contact the United Arab Emirates Embassy for up to date country and visa information on 020 7581 1281.
How to obtain a visa
If you need a travel visa for your upcoming trip, Hayes & Jarvis are pleased to offer our customers the expertise and experience of CIBT, the Global Visa and Passport Professionals. CIBT UK Ltd specialises in fast, dependable visa application services. Don't wait until the last minute, for an application form and discounted pricing. Call 0844 800 4650 or visit www.uk.cibt.com/hayesandjarvis
Dubai Special Offers
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