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Dubai is an exciting year round destination that offers unlimited opportunities for rest and recreation, be it a walk through a lush green family park, an adventurous day at the beach, or a pampering session at the exclusive health spas. Miles of unspoiled beaches, spectacular desert and dramatic mountain scenery offer an endless choice of activities for all travellers. Choose Dubai and you will find a world of exhilarating activities and inspiring pursuits awaiting you. Check Dubai Map
Water Sports: Situated on the Arabian Gulf, Dubai features some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Here, you can spend the day on the sand and in the waters of the sea. Sporting activities can range from swimming, scuba diving, snorkelling, parasailing, windsurfing, jet-skiing, power boat racing and wind surfing. Other waterfronts include the Corniche and the Creek which feature a range of water sports offered by several operators.
Fishing: The warmth and shelter of the Gulf attract a large variety of fish, and several local companies provide full and half day trips to the best fishing waters about 12 kms offshore from the mainland.
Desert safaris: One of Dubai's most popular tourist attractions is the desert safari. A unique experience that combines an adventurous 4 wheel drive car ride over sand dunes with camels, belly dancers, henna designers, falconers, and a barbecue dinner by starlight. Other attractions include sand skiing, sand boarding, sand karting and camel racing.
Golf: Visiting golfers can choose from various clubs and courses, each of championship quality and presenting a different type of challenge. The Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club and the famous Emirates Golf Club are the excellent venues for golf enthusiast. The Nad Al Sheeba Golf and Racing Club even offers night golf for those who want to beat the summer heat.
Ski Dubai: Dubai is home to Ski Dubai - the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. This unique resort spans 22,500 square metres, and is covered with real snow throughout the year. The theme of Ski Dubai is that of a mountain resort - with qualified instructors to guide you through the intricacies of learning to ski or snowboard. Inside the resort, a retail shop, themed restaurants and the world's largest Snow Park, offer something for everyone. |