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Dubai for a day!!!

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No place does sophistication and luxuriousness quite like Dubai. The “Worlds Largest” is a title that goes hand in hand with Dubai, having the worlds tallest building and Mall to name a few. This tax free haven is an attractive destination for tourists and I can definitely admit to falling head over heels in love with this place.

I did my trip to Dubai on another stop over( all about them stop overs!!!) from Australia to Vienna and planned one hell of a jam packed schedule for the day. To kick start the day, wake up, dune bash and sand board in Dubai’s Desert. What a way to spend the morning!!! I screamed like a little girl the whole of the dune bashing trip, trust me its a lot scarier than it actually looks. Speeding up and down dunes with nothing but desert in your horizon. Got to get up close and friendly with some Camels also and of course sand board down the golden dunes. This is such a thrilling and adventurous filled activity, put it on your bucket list. Don’t miss the opportunity to get down and sandy in the desert!!

 
For a spot of relaxation after this adventure, head to Dubai’s beautiful Jumeirah Beach. This long stretch of white sand lined with expensive resorts and blue waters is the place to put you feet up and unwind.
 

For all you self confessed shopaholics, head for the Dubai Mall( worlds largest mall)and explore the 1,200 shops. If I had money I could have done serious damage in there. This is no ordinary shopping mall( Dubai doesn’t do ordinary after all) having the worlds largest(there’s that title again) indoor aquarium and viewing panel. If that doesn’t tickle your fancy, how about an indoor ski resort? I did tell you there was nothing ordinary about Dubai.

 
Next it was off to see what endless money could get you in Dubai and it appears its a stay at the Burj Al Arab. With its sail shape design, its truly a stunning piece of architecture. Unlike the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi(see my previous post) you cant go inside this hotel unless you have a reservation. However if you fancy some high tea, for the hefty price of  €94 you can have some posh tea, for that price it would want to be the best cup of tea you will ever drink( Ill stick to my Barry’s teabags, thank you very much). For those fortunate enough to stay here, arrivals can happen via rolls Royce or helicopter( no big fuss, eh?).
 
 
Also worth a visit is the Atlantis Palm resort on Jumeirah Island. Even the drive to this island is amazing. This is another total wow hotel, featuring a dolphin bay and an adventure waterpark. They even have a slide that catapults you into a shark filled lagoon(my kind of slide).
 
 
 
Keeping on the topic of amazing buildings, it is without a doubt an iconic world symbol, The Burj Khalifa ( worlds tallest building). Standing at an insane 828 metres, I couldn’t even fit the whole thing into my picture. Make sure to get your tickets to go up in advance as they were unfortunately all sold out when I was there(this building is in touristy demand). However I am pretty confident it would be worth going up it for the incredible view you would get.
 
 
 
While you are in the area of the Burj Khalifa, stick around and wait for the beyond impressive world renowned Dancing and musical fountain. I have never seen anything like this before, water jets shooting up to 150m while in sync with music. Magical. With the use of its 6,600 super lights, the beam of light shining up can be seen from over 20 miles away. I would recommend watching the evening show which happens every 30 minutes from 6pm to 11. You will have to see it for your own eyes.
 

 
 
So as you can see I don’t waste any time in a day, but Seriously can Dubai get any more amazing? I know it might not be everyone’s cup of tea(costly cup at that) but I can certainly say I have a soft spot for Dubai. One thing I know for sure, is that it will not be my last visit. I will be back. My top tip to anyone heading for Dubai, please take lots and lots of money. Its hella expensive. Have you been to Dubai? If not I hope you want to go now!!
 
 
 
Orla xx

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