Dubai Travel Guide - Guide to Dubai

🛍 What is Dubai Shopping Festival? 🛍 Unbeatable deals, family fun and endless surprises – the annual Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is the best time to be in the city. Held every year during the winter months, DSF sees malls and shopping destinations come alive with amazing discounts on just about everything, along with daily entertainment, shows and extraordinary raffles. DSF is about so much more than just retail. Catch concerts by global and regional superstars – previous editions saw the likes of Mohamed Hamaki and Ahmed Saad entertain crowds across the city. You can also see impressive fashion shows, and explore pop-ups and outdoor markets. And of course, colourful fireworks displays and family experiences will make this a fun-filled time for the whole family. The next Dubai Shopping Festival is taking place from 13 December 2024 to 19 January 2025. @dubai_travel_guide

Where to See Animals in Dubai 💥 Green Planet Explore and interact with a whole new world of exotic flora and fauna in a fully immersive indoor vertical rainforest in Dubai. 💳 Tickets 💥 Crocodile Park Home to 250 Nile Crocodiles, Dubai Crocodile Park offers a family-friendly experience. The park includes a Natural History Museum, an African lake-themed aquarium, a Savanna-inspired landscaped area, a curio shop, and multiple dining outlets. 💳 Tickets 💥 Emirates Bio Farm Visitors can feed goats and chickens, learn about the cultivation of fruits and vegetables, enjoy a tractor ride, and relax in the charming café with fresh produce for purchase. 💳 Tickets 💥 Wadi Al Amardi Farm This farm offers paid tours where you can feed various animals, including deer, horses, cows, and goats. 💳 Tickets 💥 Dubai Safari Park Home to around 3,000 animals, with 78 species of mammals – including 10 different carnivores and 17 primates – 50 types of reptiles, 111 kinds of birds plus amphibians and invertebrates, all living on the 119-hectare site. 💳 Tickets 💥 xPark Jr. A natural forest-style playscape just off Kite Beach. Here you can interact with turtles, goats, ponies, geese, and ducks. 💳 Tickets 💥 Sustainable City Eco-friendly neighborhood, where you can see and feed donkeys, goats, turtles, ducks, geese, and peacocks. 💳 Free 💥 Damac Hills Park This park features a small, free-entry zoo. You can feed animals here also but don't forget to bring some carrots, cabbage, or lettuce. 💳 Free @dubai_travel_guide

Dubai's JBR Beach ranked among the world's top 10 beaches JBR Beach in Dubai has secured the 8th position in the Golden Beach Award 2024. This award acknowledges JBR Beach's unique combination of urban and beach ambiance. Apart from sunbathing and swimming, JBR Beach offers a range of activities and attractions for its visitors: 💥 Water sports like jet skiing, parasailing, or flyboarding along the coast. 💥 Workout zones. 💥 Camel rides with views of Ain Dubai, the beach, and the surrounding skyscrapers. 💥 JBR Winter Nights event with outdoor movie nights, fun and engaging kids' activities, and roaming entertainment across the JBR promenade. 💥 The Walk, a promenade lined with shops and restaurants perfect for dining and shopping. 💥 Beachside bars and clubs: Bla Bla Dubai, Bliss Lounge, Lock, Stock & Barrel JBR, and more. 💥 Multiple shisha lounges. 💥 Drone light shows during the Dubai Shopping Festival. 💥 Fireworks on special occasions like public holidays and festivals. 📍JBR Beach on Google Maps @dubai_travel_guide

Where to see fireworks for Eid Al Fitr in Dubai Each year, Dubai's skies light up with fireworks for Eid Al Fitr. Don't miss the 2024 show. 💥 Dubai Festival City Mall, April 10 The show, free of charge, starts at 8 pm. 💥 Al Seef, April 11 Witness a spectacular show of colorful fireworks with the stunning Dubai Creek in the background. The free performance starts at 8pm. 💥 Bluewaters and The Beach, April 12 One of the most popular hangout spots in Dubai is hosting a free fireworks show from 8pm on Friday. You can view the display from both Bluewaters and The Beach at JBR. 💥 Global Village, April 10-14 Enjoy daily fireworks at 9pm from Wednesday April 10 to Sunday April 14. Tickets start at 22.50 AED. @dubai_travel_guide

🐾 Dubai Safari Park Adventure 🐾 Dubai Safari Park is a top destination for families and animal lovers. With around 3,000 animals, it offers a close-up view of species from distinct regions across the globe. The park is divided into 5 zones: 1️⃣ African Village: Home to magnificent species from Africa, including the giant African elephant and the tiny Meerkat. 2️⃣ Asian Village: Adorned with ornate Asian architecture, this village hosts animals from Asia, including the Komodo dragon and Indian elephant. 3️⃣ Explorer Village: This open area allows visitors to board a bus and have close encounters with animals from Africa and Asia, such as giraffes, lions, and tigers. 4️⃣ Al Wadi: Lush green grounds, ponds, and waterfalls, where you can watch fishes and relax after the safari. 5️⃣ Kids Farm: A section designed for learning, home to the park's friendliest animals such as sheep, donkeys, and birds. It's a hands-on experience that teaches children about animal care. The park also allows guests to feed animals (even a giraffe) during feeding sessions and offers educational talks and workshops. With four restaurants, various food trucks, and kiosks, dining options are plentiful. Two souvenir shops offer keepsakes from your visit. 📌 Plan Your Visit: Tickets can be purchased online. The park operates seasonally, so check the opening dates and times before you go. @dubai_travel_guide

10 Places for Iftar in Dubai (+ Online Booking Links) ✨ 🔗 Hai Ramadan, Surreal Iftar, and Oasis Iftar are all at Expo City. This is a fantastic place to experience local culture: it features a traditional market, performances, workshops, and the Ramadan cannon. You have several dining options. The entrance fee is 20 AED, with iftar ranging from 90 to 220 AED. 🔗 Iftar at Dukes The Palm takes place at the Royal Hideaway Hotel on the Palm island. You can choose from several restaurants (Indian or British cuisine). Prices range from 85 to 171 AED. 🔗 Iftar at Kempinski Hotel is held at Olea restaurant, near the Mall of The Emirates. Prices are 250 AED for adults and 125 AED for children. 🔗 Josette Iftar offers a French-Middle Eastern fusion menu in the DIFC area. Prices are 320 AED for adults and 160 AED for children. 🔗 MayaBay Iftar is an Asian dining experience in the Jumeirah Al Naseem neighborhood. The cost is 336 AED. 🔗 Belcanto Iftar takes place at the Dubai Opera restaurant, featuring Italian dishes with a Middle Eastern twist. The price is 250 AED. 🔗 5* Ramadan Iftar Buffet is a buffet at Millenium Plaza Downtown, offering dishes from various world cuisines. Prices are 139 AED for adults and 70 AED for children. 🔗 Ramadan Iftar Scene Dinner is a buffet at The Stage Restaurant in Business Bay. Prices are 195 AED for adults and 95 AED for children. 🔗 Creekside Iftar offers Arabic cuisine with live music in the Al Seef neighborhood. The cost is 150 AED for adults and 75 AED for children. 🔗 Iftar Feast features a traditional Arabic menu with live music, also in the Al Seef district. Prices are 125 AED for adults and 65 AED for children. @dubai_travel_guide

Arabian Tea House in the Old City Arabian Tea House, a vibrant spot in the Al Fahidi district, offers a taste of Arabic cuisine in the old city. This restaurant stands out with its colorful setting, a wide terrace, and a stylish interior. 💥 They serve a variety of Arabian dishes with generous portions. When dining in a group, it's a good idea to order different items and share them. This way, you'll enjoy a diverse Arabian feast. Expect to pay around 60-70 AED for a main course. 💥 For dessert, Leqaimat, Arabian doughnuts drizzled with date syrup, are a must-try. They're crunchy, not overly sweet, and pair perfectly with Moroccan tea. 💥 At Arabian Tea House in the Old City, tables are on a first-come, first-served basis. Be prepared to wait around 30 minutes on weekends. After dining, explore the Old City and enjoy a ride on an abra along Dubai Creek. @dubai_travel_guide

List of the Most Interesting Escape Rooms in Dubai 💥 Phobia offers six unique games, including horror and logic-based options. It's best for groups of 2 to 5 people, with prices ranging from 115 to 135 AED per person. You'll find it in JLT. 💥 Escape House presents seven challenging villa games, focusing on horror themes. Offers night sessions until 1:00 AM. It accommodates 2 to 10 players, costing 130-200 AED per person, located in Jumeirah 3. 💥 TEPfactor is family-friendly, kids are welcome when accompanied by adults. Teams of 2 to 6 face 21 challenges, mixing puzzles and physical tasks. Games last 2 to 4 hours, but you can leave anytime. Fees are 99 AED per hour for adults and 79 AED for kids aged 8-11, you pay after the game. Located in JBR. 💥 Brain Game features six classic games with a variety of difficulties. Teams of 2 to 10 have 60 to 120 minutes to escape by solving puzzles. Prices range from 100 to 120 AED, with discounts available online. It's in Jumeirah 1. 💥 Haunted Activity offers four horror-themed games for 2 to 10 players, features live actors for added excitement. Each game lasts 60 minutes, with tickets costing between 130 and 200 AED per person. Find it in Al Karama. @dubai_travel_guide

Dubai welcomed a record 17.15 million international visitors in 2023. Here's what this means: 💥 This is the highest number of tourists Dubai has ever seen in a year, according to the latest data published by Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). 💥 People from all over the world are flocking to Dubai, drawn by its famous landmarks and luxury experiences. 💥 All these visitors are great for the city's economy, spending money on hotels, shops, and attractions. 💥 With tourists from various countries, Dubai's cultural scene is more vibrant than ever. 💥 This record sets Dubai up for even more growth, with new attractions and events expected to draw even more visitors. Dubai's tourist numbers are soaring, proving it's one of the top spots for travelers worldwide. @dubai_travel_guide