Dubai Delights

Sagar Kaushik

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Discover stunning gardens, iconic landmarks, exhilarating theme parks, and more. Get ready for a journey filled with excitement and wonder!

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Day 1Gardens of Paradise

$64

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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7 - 9 min

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Ten climate-controlled domes housing over 50 different types of butterfly at this family attraction.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$12

6 - 9 min

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Vibrant garden with floral creations such as a life-size airplane, topiary animals & a heart tunnel.

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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$26

14 - 17 min

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Jumeirah Golf Estates Golf & Country Club

Clubhouse at a golf complex featuring 2 distinct courses, plus a ballroom & a sports bar.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$19

Day 2Wildlife Wonders

$84

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

12 - 15 min

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9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$31

24 - 29 min

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Large indoor amusement park offering rides, eateries & shows with Cartoon Network & Marvel themes.

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$43

Day 3City of Lights

$143

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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Sheltered beach with a boardwalk, benches & showers, plus a modern playground for kids.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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10 - 12 min

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Artificial canal featuring waterside hiking & biking trails with benches, a shopping mall & bridges.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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13 - 16 min

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Spired 828-metre skyscraper with a viewing deck, a restaurant, a hotel and offices.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$47

9 - 14 min

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Massive fountain with displays of water jets reaching 140 m, set to a music & light show.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$12

14 - 21 min

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Marine animal encounters & feedings, plus an underwater tunnel under a huge tank with sharks & rays.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$31

18 - 22 min

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Sizable indoor destination with dolphin & seal shows, interactive experiences & an Asian restaurant.

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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Marked by a wooden arch, this bustling bazaar features many stores selling dazzling gold jewellery.

10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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Day 4Cultural Treasures

$31

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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1 - 2 min

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Huge shopping and leisure centre, with department stores, plus an ice rink, aquarium and a cinema.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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14 - 17 min

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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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38 - 46 min

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Museum showcasing more than 100 cars, motorcycles & bikes, with the earliest model dating from 1917.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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$13

Day 5Retail Therapy

$83

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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17 - 26 min

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Huge shopping mall with international department stores, a ski centre and a multi-screen cinema.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Atlantis-themed aquarium with underwater halls & tunnels housing marine life, plus feeding sessions.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$31

39 - 47 min

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Playful Hollywood-themed park featuring rides & live entertainment, along with dining & shopping.

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$43

Day 6Sun, Sand, and Thrills

$102

$ 4

The Starbucks Experience is more than a cup of coffee. From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated the rich tradition of coffee, but that also brought a feeling of community, a comfortable third place away from the demands of work and home.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Vast water park with zip lines, slides through shark-filled lagoons & a splash area for kids.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

31 - 38 min

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Indoor ski center with a mountain motif & snow for year-round skiing & snowboarding.

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$37

24 - 29 min

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Bustling, public urban beach backed by high-rise hotels, with a children's playground & BBQ areas.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Day 7Fun for All Ages

$101

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Theme park with Lego-inspired rides for kids, plus a factory tour, pedal boats & light show.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

37 - 45 min

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Aquatic roller coasters & surfing wave machine in outdoor water park with pools, slides & tunnels.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$37

11 - 14 min

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Well-known hub of the contemporary arts scene boasting an evolving collection of galleries.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Day 8Historical Gems

$63

$ 6

Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets (مطعم وحلويات الحلاب)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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34 - 51 min

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Waterfront 18-hole course centered on a striking, sail-like clubhouse, with city skyline views.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

17 - 21 min

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18th-century fort housing a museum with multimedia exhibits on local history & cultural heritage.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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17 - 26 min

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Strip of stores specializing in popular scents & mix-your-own fragrances in tiny glass containers.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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31 - 38 min

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Educational aquarium spread over 2 floors with 20 separate tanks & nearly 100 different species.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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Exhibits detailing Islamic civilisation, from religious artworks to scientific discoveries.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$13

Day 9Enchanting Attractions

$92

$ 6

La Tablita is vibrant Mexican restaurant located in hotel Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. The restaurant offers casual dining experience serving lunch and dinner. The Mexican restaurant also has a bar on the side where you can experience tequila served by certified Master Tequilier.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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5 - 8 min

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