Unique Things in UAE

UAE is gifted with an extensive coastlines, sandy beaches and varied landscape, where a wide variety of activities can be indulged in, ranging from powerboat races to sand-skiing. All this and much more provide with a number of unique things in UAE. Tourists having visited once to this country definitely come back. With so much of things to do in UAE, one visit is never enough.

Desert Safaris: Desert safaris are one of the unique things in UAE. Desert Safaris is fun for the entire family during the period between November and April. A wide range of safaris are available from 4-wheel desert driving to camel safaris and remote barbeques with belly dancing by bonfire. Arabian Tours organizes some of the best excursions in the country.

Dubai Summer Surprises: If visiting UAE during the summers then make it a point to visit during the festival from 21 June to 1 September at locations throughout Dubai. One of the most popular areas of the festival is the Modhesh Fun City, located at the Dubai International Airport Expo. The official slogan for the event is "Big Fun For Little Ones".

Jumeirah Beach: Some of Dubai's prettiest beaches are located along the Jumeirah strip. This long stretch of beach is lined with palm trees and has plenty of lifeguards on duty. Next to the beach is the Jumeirah Park, which provides a nice place to eat lunch or gather with friends in the shade. Jumeirah Beach is especially appealing to women, as they have their own days to bask in the sun without unwanted male attention.

Magic Planet: The Magic Planet is an escape for kids with parents who want to shop. Located on the ground floor of Deira City Centre in Dubai, it is a magical entertainment mecca for kids. Filled with state of the art theme rides, video games and a bowling alley it prides itself on being the largest family entertainment centre in the Middle East.

Visit to the Wonderland: A visit to Wonderland is one of the must things to do in UAE. Wonderland hosts a whole lot of opportunities like roller coasters rides, go carts, restaurants to even some exotic water park specials, including a water mist show and a water cinema. This is located near Al Boom Tourist Village and Creekside Park

Water Sports: The facilities for water sports abound in the country. Sailing and windsurfing are popular sports around Dubai and boats are easily available for hire. And the coasts of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Fujairah provide with excellent scuba diving facilities. Fujairah’s Snoopy Rock is renowned for its blacktip reef sharks and turtles and a nice spot for snorkeling. There are numerous dive centers in the coastal areas, offering an extensive range of equipment for hire and purchase at reasonable prices. Additionally Wild Wadi Water Park is an enormous park for aquatic fun in Dubai, offering all kinds of slides, pools and facilities for the entire family.

Go on a Shopping spree: UAE is known for its shopping as it’s tax-free with low customs duties. And tourists would find luxury goods much cheaper than in most other countries. The Dubai Airport duty-free shop is one of the cheapest in the world. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have their share of efficient shopping malls along with lively souks. One should make it a point to experience both. From haute couture and high-tech electronics to Persian rugs and Pashmina shawls, one will find a treasure or two to take home as souvenirs.

Skiing in Dubai: What could sound impossible is today possible in UAE- skiing?  Dubai has come up with a Snow Park which is the largest indoor snow park in the world. Ski Dubai is an enormous indoor ski area with five slopes of varying degrees. It provides with themed restaurants and party rooms, so there is no need to go outdoors, especially in the summer. One can also rent ski clothing and equipment here and even get lessons from their ski instructors.

Go golfing: The UAE offers some of the best and most luxurious golfing in the world. The Emirates Golf Club in Dubai offers two championship golf courses, extensive recreational facilities and fine dining. In addition, there is the centrally located Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club and the Nad Al Shiba Golf & Racing Club, both with extensive and luxurious facilities. Abu Dhabi Golf Club has two 18-hole courses and the largest driving range in the Gulf, along with an array of recreational facilities open to the public.