General Tourist Information About Dubai
From The timeless tranquility of the desert to the lively bustle of the souk, Dubai offers a kaleidoscope of attractions for visitors. The emirate embraces a wide variety of scenery in a very small area. In a single day, you can experience everything from rugged mountains and awe-inspiring sand dunes to sandy beaches and lush green parks from dusty villages to luxurious residential districts and from ancient houses with wind towers to ultra modern shopping malls.
Dubai is both a dynamic international business centre and laid-back tourist escape; a city where the sophistication of the 21st century walks hand and hand with the simplicity of a bygone era; a cosmopolitan society with an international lifestyle combining the comfort and convenience of the western world with the unique charm and hospitality of Arabia. Dubai has developed into a favorite tourist destination for discerning travelers. The emirates offers a super range of activities for the business visitor before or after his conference or exhibition.
As a tax free open market, Dubai is one of the world’s great bargain shopping centers. It boasts super facilities for all types of sports activities including golf on one of three championship courses - year round sunshine, clean uncrowded beaches, lively nightlife and crime-free environment. Most importantly, Dubai offers visitors a taste of Arabian culture and hospitality, as well as desert safaris, sand skiing, dhow-cruises, camel racing and many other new and memorable experiences.
Travelling around Dubai is easy. Taxis are plentiful (Dubai transport, Metro, Car National Taxis are fitted with meters.) There are many local and international car hire firms offering a wide range of vehicles, including four-wheel drives, minibuses and luxury coaches.
