Guest siamsusie Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 3 Star Skytrax Rating Frequent Flyer: Skywards Join Up Link: https://www.skywards.com/index.aspx http://www.airlinequality.com/Airports/Airport_forum/dxb.htm Currency : Emirati Dirham (AED) http://www.xe.com/ucc/ (Converter) British Embassy Dubai at - Al Seef Street PO Box 65 Dubai Tel: (+971)(4) 309 4444 Fax: (+971)(4) 309 4301 Australian Consulate Dubai Level 25, Bur Juman Business Tower Khalifa Bin Zayed Road Dubai United Arab Emirates Telephone +971 4 5087 100 Emirates Australian Link http://www.emirates.com/au/english/index.aspx?cid=GoogleSEM07Australia31532&pkw=yes Emirates UK Link http://www.emirates.com/uk/english/ Seating on Emirates Airlines Airbus A380-800 series http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Emirates_Airlines/Emirates_Airlines_Airbus_A380.php EMIRATES AIRLINES CHILDREN & BABIES SEATING POLICY See Post No.6 Before you fly Travel tips before you fly: Do not carry liquids in excess of 100 ml. Each container should not exceed 100 ml Use a clear, resealable plastic bag Place resealable bag in hand luggage Maximum 1 litre capacity Pack personal belongings in your hand luggage. Place laptops in an easily retrievable location as you will be asked to place in trays provided at the security checkpoint. Check with your airline about baggage allowances. Generally 2 pieces of baggage are allowed for international travel with the weight of each piece not exceeding 32 kilograms, however this may vary by airline and by fare type. Excess baggage must be repacked and excess baggage fees typically apply. Always remove old baggage tags as they may cause the baggage system to reject the luggage it is attached to. Avoid using cardboard boxes as they must be processed manually (which takes more time) and are not durable. Arrange for travel insurance. Facilities & Services For Disabled Travellers There are desks located throughout Dubai International Airport and between rows A and B in the Departures hall which are dedicated to disabled passengers and passengers with special needs. For more information, take a look at our dedicated section on Disabled services & facilities at Dubai Airport. Electric carts are available at Dubai Airport for transporting passengers to and from the concourse. Within the concourse there are dedicated lounges for passengers with special needs and unaccompanied minors located near Gates 9 and 22. Dubai Airport provides special assistance services for Passengers with Restricted Mobility (PRM). If you are travelling through Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, it is important that you ask the airline you are travelling with to notify Dubai Airport about any specific requirements you may have. To contact the special assistance help desk at Dubai Airport call (+971) 04 216 2016 or if you are travelling via Terminal 3 on Emirates Airline, please contact Emirates Special Services on +971 4 505 7119 or +971 4 505 5053. Electric carts are available to transport passengers requiring special assistance at Dubai Airport to and from the Sheikh Rashid Departures concourse. From here, disabled passengers at Dubai Airport can access the specially dedicated lounges near gates 9 and 22. There is also a dedicated lounge available in the Arrivals Hall for disabled travellers. Assistance is available for those with special needs and passengers should request special assistance from their airline before travelling. All Emirates flights arrive at and depart from Terminal 3, the Emirates-exclusive terminal at Dubai International Airport. Transfer passenger amenities Dubai International offers a non-smoking environment, however, there are enclosed, ventilated smoking rooms located in Concourse 1. Separate prayer rooms are also available for ladies and gentlemen. Restrooms can be found in the vicinity of every transfer desk. Wi-Fi Internet access is available free of charge throughout the airport. All three terminals provide a wide choice of local, continental and fast food restaurants and Duty Free shops. Airport Hotel Dubai International Hotel If you are craving rest and relaxation between flights, take advantage of the comfortable rooms and luxurious amenities offer at the Dubai International Hotel. With 78 deluxe 5 star rooms, 6 junior suites, 2 royal suites, Dubai International Hotel is located on the third level of the Sheikh Rashid Terminal and offers a fantastic view of the runway and the Dubai Duty Free. All rooms are fitted out with TVs, mini Bars, luxurious bathrooms and a safe. Rooms are also available on an hourly basis. Special rooms are available for the disabled. For reservations call: +971 2164289; Fax: +971 4 2245955/56. * This airport Hotel is not cheap and I have listed some cheaper airport hotels outside of the Terminal * See below for Business Class Lounges Amenities which can be purchased on line for 19GBP for 5 hrs Maximum G-Force, Health Club within Hotel complex Dubai International caters to fitness buffs as well! Passengers can use the swimming pool, Jacuzzi and gymnasium on an hourly basis. Massage services are also available. For more information call +971 4 2164257. http://www.emirates.com/english/plan_book/dubai_international_airport/emirates_terminal_3/airport_hotel.aspx Business Class Airport Lounges Purchased on Line An alternative way of relaxing and very reasonably priced is the Dubai Airport Lounge @ 19 GBP everything included** Dubai International Business Class Lounge serving Terminal 1 all inclusive Snacks & drinks Alcoholic drinks Air conditioning Showers Television Flight Monitors Conferencing Disabled access Internet WiFi Phone Fax Marhaba Lounge @ 19 GBP all inclusive serving Terminal 3 Snacks & drinks Alcoholic drinks Air conditioning Television Flight Monitors Conferencing Disabled access Internet WiFi Phone Faxarhaba Lounge Marhaba Lounge @ 19 GBP all inclusive per adult serving Terminal 1 Snacks & drinks Alcoholic drinks Air conditioning Showers Television Flight Monitors Conferencing Disabled access Internet WiFi Phone Fax You can book on line for the above @ http://www.gosimply.com/airport-lounges/united-arab-emirates/dubai-airport/ Dining Passengers have the option of 25 food and drink outlets at Dubai International. From fast food to speciality cuisine to an Irish pub, passengers are spoiled for choice. The Food Court is located on the Departures Level between Gates 113 and 115. Restaurants such McDonalds, Round Table Pizza, Le Matin Francais, Bistro (Lebanese), Jashan (Indian) and Tansu Kitchen (Chinese and Mongolian barbeque) can be found in the food court. The Irish Village: which serves typical Irish fare is located next to Gate 123. Safar: The main restaurant in the Sheikh Rashid Terminal, Safar is divided into three sections- the bar, called Pint 19, the Buffet area and the a la carte restaurant with an open kitchen offering international cuisine. Cafes: Starbucks the international coffee house chain is situated near Gate1. *Irish Bar is a smoking bar Dubai Airport Restaurants & Bars Passengers travelling through Dubai Airport are literally spoilt for choice when it comes to finding somewhere to have a drink or get something to eat at Dubai International Airpot from fast food to speciality cuisine to an Irish pub. The Food Court is located on the Departures Level between Gates 113 and 115. Restaurants such as McDonalds, Round Table Pizza, Le Matin Francais, Bistro (Lebanese), Jashan (Indian) and Tansu Kitchen (Chinese and Mongolian barbeque) can be found in the food court at Dubai Airport. The Irish Village which serves typical Irish fare is located next to Gate 123. The main restaurant in the Sheikh Rashid Terminal is Safar and is divided into 3 sections which are the bar, called Pint 19, the Buffet area and the a la carte restaurant with an open kitchen offering international cuisine. Starbucks the international coffee house chain can also be found situated near Gate1. Our dedicated section on Dubai Airport Bars & Restaurants lists all the various establishments, their contact details and where they are located. There is also a section which includes a list of which restaurants & bars are located at Dubai Airport’s Terminal 3 building. *Irish bar is a smoking bar http://www.dubaiairportguide.com/dubai-airport-restaurants-bars/ Entertainment Women's Lounge & Children's Play Area: A children's play area with a play zone and a mother's lounge is located between gates 12 and 14. Internet services Besides Global Link (Gate 16) and Connect, (see Dubai International Hotel) internet services are also available in the form of touch screen kiosks which can be operated either those who have an Etisalat internet account or by swiping a credit card. The internet kiosks are positioned opposite the DCA First Class Lounge (Gate 9) and the Irish Village (Gate 23). Help and Information Desks at Dubai Airport There are various help and Information desks at Dubai Airport and dedicated travel information desks at Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. The Department of Tourism and Commerce (DTCM) operates Dubai Airport’s information desks and provides tourist information, maps and tours in Dubai. the DTCM can be contacted direct on (+971) 04 224 5252 or you can visit their website at www.dubaitourism.ae Dubai Airport Bank & Money Facilities Dubai Airport offers passengers banking services and ATMs at each terminal building. There are 24 hour bureaux de change facilities near gates 8, 18 and 22 and a 24 hour post office near gate 18 at the Sheikh Rashid Departures concourse at Terminal 1. Dubai Duty Free can also provide passengers with foreign exchange, banking and Internet facilities. Touch screen Internet kiosks which can take credit card payments are also available opposite the DCA First Class Lounge near gate 9 and the Irish Village. Medical Centre & Pharmacy There is a 24-hour fully equipped medical centre at Dubai Airport which is located on the ground level of the Terminal 1 Sheikh Rashid Departures concourse near gate 13. Contact: (+971) 04 216 4950. Visa on Arrival after Immigration (Transit Passengers do not require a visa) http://www.dubaifaqs.com/visa-arrival-dubai-free-nationalities.php UK & Australian Citizens are issued 30 days FOC Canadians require a visa since 2 January 2011. Drug Laws Dubai has very strict drug laws. Anybody thinking about bringing drugs or restricted medicines into Dubai should read the following articles: Fair Trials International - Briton imprisoned for possession of 0.003 g of cannabis, plus other cases BBC News article - Various cases Gulf News - Codeine requires a prescription Gulf News - Woman jailed for traces of codeine in her system ArabianBusiness.com - Surge in number of British tourists arrested for drugs in 2007, drugs in bloodstream can count as possession Please do read Post No 6 regarding medications Customs Laws http://www.dubai-online.com/essential/customs.htm Hotels near the Airport Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport Get directions My Places http://www.booking.com/hotel/ae/holiday-inn-express-dubai-airport.en-us.html?dva=0 Airport shuttle upon request Le Meridian Airport Hotel Dubai Airport (Excellent I recommend)) Airport shuttle upon request Airport Road, Garhoud, Dubai Telephone: +971 4 217 0000 Star Rating: 5* Dubai International Airport: 1.8 KM Other Hotels Near Dubai Airport Use the links below to view information on some of the other popular and recommended hotels located near Dubai Airport. To view a complete list of all hotels based at Dubai Airport or nearby click here. Al Bustan Centre & Residence Al Bustan Rotana Dubai City Seasons Hotel Dubai Grand Hotel Le Meridien Fairway Millenium Dubai Airport Premier Inn Hotel Princess Hotel Rihab Rotana Dubai Things to do in Dubai Bus Tour of Dubai The Big Bus Tour is pretty good in Dubai, taking you around all the tourist sites and starts at Wafi City Mall. The "Big Bus Tour" gives a great overview of everything in Dubai over a couple of hours. You can book your tickets even before you get to Dubai, and hop on and off the bus at the various points. The ticket now includes a separate tour which drives you to see the various hotels and the construction that is going on. The guides are very knowledgeable, and with your ticket valid for 24 hours, this could cover all tourist stuff in one go. For those into something a little different, the Wonderbus Tour drives across land, before going into the water, giving a whole different view of Dubai. Even more rock star, if you have the cash, would be to take a helicoptor tour. Take an abra across Dubai Creek Avoid the traffic and cross the creek using an abra, one of the small wooden boats. It costs next to nothing (1 Dirham) and can be included as part of your adventures through the city. You get a real feel for Dubai by crossing the creek. It lasts only a few minutes and you can incorporate it as part of your day. AQUAVENTURE. NON-STOP WATER. NON-STOP FUN. http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/marineandwaterpark/aquaventure.aspx Water Slides A thrill-seekers paradise, the master blasters of Aquaventure Dubai twist and turn in a fast paced frenzy of excitement from the magnificent Ziggurat. River Rides Glide along the inter-connected waterways and beaches and dare to brave The Rapids. Or, enjoy the leisurely tidal effect of Torrent River. Young Kids The largest family play-structure in the region will keep younger guests excited and amused all day. Aquaventure Beach Escape and unwind after your Atlantean adventure on 700 metres of private beach. Access to this exclusive oasis is included with admission to Aquaventure. Atlantis Dolphin Encounter Enjoy an up close and personal meeting with one of our dolphins. Touching, hugging, holding ‘hands’ and playing ball are some of the activities guests can experience during the interaction which is open to all ages. Atlantis Dolphin Adventure A one-of-a-kind dolphin experience awaits at Dolphin Bay. Journey into the depths of a lagoon alongside our dolphins and enjoy the thrill of our signature belly-ride back to the shore.check Atlantis Royal Swim The new Royal Swim is action packed from beginning to end! Guests swim out to the depths of the lagoon where they enjoy the thrill of a dorsal fin tow and a foot push in addition to hugs and kisses! Learn More Observer Pass If a guest wishes to watch dolphins swimming and at play from the Dolphin Bay beach, they can relax on a chaise lounge, take photographs and enjoy complimentary soft drinks. A visit to our education centre is also included. Learn More Educational Programs Dolphin Bay offers a range of educational programs through schools in addition to summer camps arranged through the Atlantis Kids Club. Meet The Dolphins Learn a little more about our playful family at Dolphin Bay. From the leaders to the laid-back, get to know your friends a little better. The Lost Chambers http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/marineandwaterpark/thelostchambers.aspx The Story Discover the lost world of Atlantis within the elaborately themed hallways of The Lost Chambers, now inhabited by thousands of marine species from around the world. Ray Feeding Experience the thrill of feeding our Cownose Rays in Shark Lagoon. Back of House Tours See your favourite marine life from a whole new perspective and get an Aquarists’ view. ULTIMATE DIVE EXPERIENCE Dive into the 11.5 million litre Ambassador Lagoon where you are guaranteed to glide alongside sharks, rays, wrasse, guitarfish and so much more. Kids Clubs http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/thingstodo/kidsclub.aspx ATLANTIS KIDS CLUB The Atlantis Kids Club offers kids aged 3 to 12 new and awesome adventures everyday! With morning, afternoon and evening adventures available, we have different rates and packages to suit your needs to make sure you don’t miss out on the excitement! Explore the creative fun within AKC from being an animator, going on an underwater safari and even have your chance at being a chef! Add a sandy beach, some fun in the sun and get psyched for an awesome adventure with the AKC team! Parents can take a guided tour of the Kids Club daily at 1.15pm. Play Zone Kids rotate from adventure to adventure and the club central area offers two challenging climbing walls, designed to meet the different age groups. Creation Zone The arts and crafts area is ideal for stimulating creativity and inspiring the imagination of children. Adventures can be media-based activities such as painting, origami, or experience-based adventures such as cookie decorating or visiting the fish hospital with our marine specialists. Underwater Theatre The Underwater Theatre has two circular windows with visible access into the Ambassador Lagoon so kids can climb in the bubble and experience being under water. The auditorium allows children to attend fun learning programs and games or movies on a large screen. Beaches & Pools http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/thingstodo/beachesandpools.aspx ZERO ENTRY POOL The Zero Entry Pool is an ideal high-octane environment convenient for families with its kid-friendly design with a dining option just a few steps away from the family-friendly Nasimi Beach restaurant. Hours of Operation: Daily 8:30am - sunset AQUAVENTURE BEACH Aquaventure has its own magnificent 700-metre beach that puts other Dubai beach hotels in the shade, allowing visitors to combine a day at the water park with time by the sea. Hours of Operation: 10:00am - sunset ROYAL POOL Located at the front of the Royal Towers, the Royal Beach provides the best view the toward the cityscape of Dubai as well as first class view of Palm Jumeirah, offering a relaxing and calming experience. Hours of Operation: Daily 8:30am - 8:00pm Ski Dubai Great for Adults and Kiddies HOW TO FIND US Ski Dubai is located in Mall of the Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Road, exit 39 (4th interchange), towards Al Barsha. Tel: +97144094000, Fax: +97144094101. Click here to know how to get here. http://www.skidxb.com/ http://www.skidxb.com/home/about-ski-dubai/opening-times-and-standard-pricing.aspx Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Directions Located within The Dubai Mall, experience the largest Aquarium window in the world and walk through the 48-metre Aquarium Tunnel on Ground Level, and explore the Rainforest, Rocky Shore and Living Ocean environments at the Underwater Zoo on Level 2. Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo The Dubai Mall Doha Street Off 1st Interchange - Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai, U.A.E Click here to view Interactive Map Print Location Map *Fantasic for all ages http://www.jumeirah.com/hotels-and-resorts/Wild-Wadi/ Wild Wadi Water Park Dubai Located in Dubai and situated in front of the stunning Burj Al Arab, Wild Wadi offers 30 rides and attractions for all the family. Wild Wadi is themed around the tale of Juha, a known character from the Arabian folklore. Rates & Opening Hours Contact us at: Tel: +971 4 348 4444 Fax: +971 4 34 85625 WWinfo@jum Bastakia Quarter The Bastakia Quarter in Bur Dubai is one of the city’s most picturesque heritage sites. It was built in the late 19th century by Persian merchants attracted to the city by its relaxed trade tariffs and takes it name from the town of Bastak in southern Iran. The lovely Bastakia Quarter, or Bur Bastakia, is Dubai’s historic heart. Here, in the narrow whitewashed lanes overlooked by lofty windtowers of traditional courtyard houses, the glitz and glamor of Sheikh Zayed Road and the Mall of the Emirates feel centuries away. This is a place for wandering and soaking up the atmosphere, catching glimpses through shuttered gateways into the tranquil courtyards of traditional homes, hearing the sound of trickling fountains, and seeing sprays of purple bougainvillea add a dash of color to the passageways’ high whitewashed walls. Several of the gorgeous courtyard buildings host art galleries showcasing the work of local artists, and their garden cafes provide a relaxing oasis. A colorful souq market is held here on Saturdays, featuring books, arts and crafts, and fashion. The area has been declared a conservation area and its narrow alleys pedestrianised. Many of the restored buildings here feature wind towers, an early but effective form of air-conditioning. Some are private homes, but many are open to the public. These include: Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding Basta Art Café - Popular courtyard café. Majlis Gallery - Features the work of local and international artists. Ostra - Gallery specialising in contemporary art and sculpture. XVA - Small guesthouse and art gallery. THE MALL OF THE EMIRATES This Mall of the Emirates opened in October 2005 and is the largest shopping mall outside North America. It is situated on Sheikh Zayed Road, very near the beach. It is bigger than 73 football pitches with more than 400 retail outlets. What more can you ask for, every possible shop ranging from the traditional Arabic area through to a Ski Slope! - Yes an indoor ski slope is situated next to Virgin Records, here you can show off your skills on the slopes, play in the snow and even have lessons. Imagine telling your friends you learnt to ski in the desert. It is advisable to bring your own ski gloves as these are the only item not supplied by the ski centre. Prices are very affordable, the equivalent of approximately £20 for a 2 hour session. A day pass can be purchased for approximately £34. This is no ordinary ski slope , it has fully operational ski lifts along with 5 different runs, the longest being over 400m. The highest point for experienced skiers is more than 60m! This is the worlds first indoor black run. The shopping mall itself is open from 10am-10pm on Sunday to Wednesday & 10am-12pm Thursday to Saturday. It will get very busy Thursday-Saturday evenings as in Dubai Friday and Saturday are classed as the weekend. There are so many fantastic things to do in the Mall of the Emirates, it would be difficult to do justice to them all on this page; however below you will find 3 of our favourites (Splash, Marble Slab & Magic Planet). Dubai Live The Dream Tip: For the real bargain hunters enter the supermarket Carrefour, you will be amazed at the clothing and shoe section. It is a bargain hunters paradise! Magic Planet - (Mall of the Emirates) http://www.malloftheemirates.com/en/entertainment/MagicPlanet/ For children make sure you visit the two storey Magic Planet play area. The word magic describes this amazing futuristic play zone. You can purchase small credit cards which can be topped up and swiped through a bar code reader at each ride and all arcade games have a small swipe machine. The benefit of purchasing a swipe card means you can use the card at all the Magic Planet zones in Dubai. Magic Planet is the largest indoor family entertainment centre in Dubai, featuring several international award-winning rides and games that have never before been found indoors! Spread over two levels, this centre will appeal to the young and young at heart. Providing fun for all ages, Magic Planet has an incredible range of fun rides, games and attractions. Come and test your skills and reactions on the racing simulator, which is the only one of its kind open to the public in the world! Or experience the thrilling act of the Theatre, the first-ever 4D theatre in the UAE. Hang on to your seats on the state-of-the-art RoboCoaster, a 2-person thrilling ride that is unique to the Middle East. Alternatively, chill out with your friends over a game of pool and soak up the fun atmosphere. Magic Planet also includes soft play, a professional child care service and a number of tempting restaurant options. DEIRA CITY CENTRE The mall is spread over three floors, with over 350 stores. You will find fashion (all the big names), electronics, entertainment in “Magic Planet” or the 11 screen cinema “Cinestar”, a huge supermarket, a total of 40 different restaurants and cafes, 33 jewellery stores and textiles, such as silks and cashmere. At the Deira City Center, Dubai you can shop for antiques, home furnishings, carpets, fabrics, jewels, gift items, et al. Goods of the highest quality are available in this place at original rates. There is absolutely no chance of customers being haggled or duped with artificial stuff. The Deira City Center, Dubai is open on all days of the week. From Sundays to Wednesdays, the timings are 10 am to 10 pm; and on the other days, the mall remains open till midnight. BURJUMAN The residence of high-fashion BurJuman brings the world before your eyes. Here's where the world's leading brands mingle comfortably with one another. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Hermes, Valentino, Emanel Ungaro, Loewe, Etro, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Christian Lacroix, Salvatore Ferragamo, Just Cavalli, and many more. Tempations abound, but the feeling of getting the finest in an ambience of absolute comfort and luxury is wonderful. With 300 leading stores including Saks 5th Avenue, you'll always be spoilt for choice. Located in the heart of Dubai, the BurJuman Centre is a distinctive landmark which comprises of 800,000 square feet of retail space. LAMCY PLAZA This mall is situated next to the American Hospital near Sheikh Zayed Road. It has over 150 retail outlets and one of Dubai’s best children’s play areas called Loulou Al Dugong. This mall was constructed in 1997 and you may find parking very difficult if you have children or are in the latter stages of pregnancy. Please request valet parking, should you spend more than Dhs25 at any outlet the Dhs5 will be refunded for the valet parking. The shopping mall is open 9am-11.30pm. FESTIVAL CITY Spanning 1,300 acres and stretching three kilometres along Dubai Creek, Dubai Festival City offers a rich and vibrant living experience that encompasses the finest and easily accessible shopping, dining, entertainment, homes, schools, hotels, offices and leisure all in one place. With easy access via the 13 lane Business Bay Crossing, Garhoud Bridge and the airport tunnel, situated only two kilometres from Dubai International Airport, Dubai Festival City’s unique waterfront setting delivers vibrancy and a sense of place to Dubai’s landscape Evening Desert Safari http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g295424-d1915098-r113242277-One_World_Travel_Day_Trips-Dubai.html Unit M3, Mezzanine Floor, Sama Building Dubai 120002 United Arab Emirates +971 4 2209393 Fax: +971 4 3372011 http://www.owtravels.com/ info@owtravels.com *Well worth a trip! http://www.arabianteamadventures.com/ Breathtaking views, unforgettable tours Arabian Team Adventures are committed to becoming UAE's leading travel specialists, and as such, they offer a range of services that span from touring to hotel accommodations. As far as the "adventure" goes, with hot air balloon tours, helicopter tours and safaris, they do keep their promise. Overnight Desert Safari http://www.desertsafaridubai.com/overnight-safari-dinner.html We need a minimum of 6 people to avail this under the stars experience, This includes every thing there is in the evening safari as this is an extension to it. Once everyone has left from the camp you will be left under the starts to experience a night in the desert. Meydan Grandstand and Racecourse At the heart of Meydan City lies an architectural masterpiece that is the iconic Meydan Grandstand and Racecourse. With a capacity of 60,000, this landmark stadium houses the world's first luxury 5-star trackside hotel, The Meydan, peerless breeding and training facilities, world-class amenities, and an exciting mix of food and beverage establishments. It also houses the Meydan Museum and Gallery, an IMAX Theatre, the Dubai Racing Club and Emirates Racing Authority offices, and can comfortably accommodate 8,600 vehicles in its majestic Falcon Carpark. Currently the new home of the world's horseracing elite, Meydan Grandstand and Racecourse has marked a defining moment in the sport's global history by hosting the most illustrious race - the Dubai World Cup. This icon is also the world's largest integrated racing facility, which comprises of a 1,750m all-weather Tapeta surface track and 2,400m turf track, providing unsurpassed standards in racing facility and technology for the ultimate horseracing experience. Ramsar Convention Bird Sanctuary http://www.wildlife.ae/en/ During winter, RAKWS supports more than 20,000 water birds of 67 species and acts as a critical staging ground for the wintering birds of the East African-West Asian Flyway. The site hosts more than 500 species of flora and fauna and is one of the best-managed arid zone wetlands in the region. Located within Dubai city, it is an important eco-tourism destination and receives increasing numbers of local and international visitors. Dubai Autodrome http://www.dubaiautodrome.com/ Track Days/Evenings allow drivers to explore the performance of their cars in a controlled and safe environment. It is an opportunity to drive on a race track without the constraints, restrictions and invariable risks of a public road. Safety cover on the track is run to strict international standards, with marshal’s posts manned, and safety trucks, ambulance and paramedic services available throughout the event. Any standard road worthy car may participate in a Car Track Day/Evening. Drivers must be in possession of a valid, current drivers licence, and must wear a helmet at all times while on the track. Helmets can be hired on the day for AED 50. Track day costs depends on Dubai Autodrome circuit configurations being used on the day. Dune Buggy Adventure http://www.dreamexplorerdubai.com/products/dune-buggy-adventure All our Dune Buggies include roll cages, seat belts, bucket seats, night lights, fire extinguisher, helmet and a back up vehicle complete with mechanical support to give you an uninterrupted and safe ride. All convoys are lead by a qualified safari driver certified by local authorities for advanced desert driving. All our back up vehicles have mandatory First Aid kits and our drivers hold basic First Aid certification as required by law and local authorities. Minimum age to drive is 18 Years and a valid international manual driving license is a must. Welcome to Souk Madinat Jumeirah Visit Souk Madinat Jumeirah for an experience that will surprise and delight every time. Wander through the traditional Arabian souk, past wind towers, lantern lit hallways and narrow waterways to discover the treasures hidden within. With specially selected shops, restaurants and bars to entertain throughout the day and into the night, enjoy unlimited amusement at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, the gem of Dubai. Gold Souk Hundreds of shops lined with row upon row of gold jewellery. Sikkat Al Khail Street, Deira Spice Souk Dried lemons, cumin, coriander seeds and other pungent Arabic seasonings are sold out of open sacks. The picturesque alleys of the Spice Souk are extremely popular with tourists. Al Ras Street, Deira Perfume Souk A huge selection of spicy Arabic perfumes. Sikkat Al Khail Street, Deira Covered Souk Sells everything from household goods to toys. Al Sabkha Road, Deira Meena Bazaar Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Flea/ Street Markets Close to Khalid Bin Waleed Street Bur Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates Minha's Bazar is located in Bur Dubai, just of Bank Street. It features a wide range of clothing and linen shops, as well as some exquisite cafes and restaurants. If you want to escape the "I could be anywhere" homogenized shopping malls and experience the vibrancy of the real market town Dubai then Minha's Bazar is a great place to start. You can also pick up some great bargains. Souk Madinat Jumeirah PO Box 75157, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 366 8888 Fax: +971 4 366 7788 Email: souk@jumeirah.com Click here to view a map of the souk The Textile Market— where you'll find magnificent bolts of fabric, along with less inspiring tat — and on to the Creek where you can either join the commuters for a AED 1 ($.30) abra (water taxi) ride across the water or hire your own boat for a scenic tour of the waterway. Back in port, head to the small but interesting Dubai Museum to see how oil and ambition mixed to make this modern oasis. If you get hungry again, check out Bastakiah Nights, an atmospheric Lebanese restaurant with a great rooftop area. Spa http://www.angsanaspa.com/dayspas/dubaimarina/index.htm Angsana Spa & Health Club Dubai Marina Level 2, Marina Walk, Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates Tel: + 971 4 368 4356 Fax: +971 4 368 3256 Email: spa-dubaimarina@angsana.com Zoo I personally wouldnt recommend.. its sad! Golf Emirates Golf Club, host of the European Tour sanctioned Omega Dubai Desert Classic and Omega Dubai Ladies Masters, was the first all grass championship golf course in the Middle East when it opened in 1988. Taking pride in its 36 holes of world-class golf, the club sports two of the city's finest must-play courses, the Majlis and the Faldo Course, which is also the only 18 hole course in the region to offer night golf. Both courses combine the natural rolling desert terrain for a serious golfing test, while the signature clubhouse, remains the most eye-catching in the region. The Majlis Course has been presented with numerous accolades over its 22 year history, the most recent of which were its 2010 ranking by Golf World magazine as one of the 'Top 100 Golf Courses in the World' and its award for 'Best Course Middle East' in the Asian Golf Monthly Awards 2010 . http://www.dubaigolf.com/emirates-golf-club.aspx The Best Of Dubai On A Budget - Your Hotel In Dubai, you may automatically assume that every hotel costs a month's salary for a night's stay. That's untrue. Many affordable Dubai hotels offer the utmost in luxury and hospitality. Some fine hotels you may want to look into are: * The Gulf Pearl Hotel - Rates are around $71 per night. You’re only minutes away from the airport and within walking distance of many of Dubai's shopping and cultural wonders. * The New Peninsula Hotel - Rates around $99 per night. Enjoy comfortable rooms and only you’re only 10 minutes away from the beaches of Dubai. This one is also located in the heart of the shopping district. * The Pacific Hotel - A double room costs $80 per night. Your room features a balcony that overlooks the stunning city and offers an idealistic setting for an after dinner cup of coffee. Located in Diera's main electronics and textile market, you're only minutes away from the Twin Towers Mall, the Dubai Creek, the Gold Souk and the Dubai Museum. The Best Of Dubai On A Budget - Dining You can eat like a sultan in the city of Dubai for less than you would have imagined. The local delicacy, Shwarma (delicious seasoned meat and vegetables on a pita with dressing), is available for only about 80 cents. The deluxe version climbs up to $1.30 for a tasty treat. Many American fast food chains have staked a claim in the Dubai food industry, but you can get delicious regional cuisine for about the same money. Here are some budget conscious restaurants in Dubai. * Karachi Darbar – Scattered throughout the city, this is a chain of Eastern restaurants serves delicious food for minimal money. * Jabal Al Noor - Another Eastern chain restaurant serving regional fast food. It's different, delicious and dirt-cheap! * Toscana - Moderately priced Italian food that's as authentically Italian as Tuscany. Perfect for when you want something different. * Wafi Gourmet - Impressive Lebanese cuisine and ambiance to match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 These posts are brilliant and well put together SS, thank you for taking the time out to do this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keily Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 will defo be printing this of for my trip back home in dec ...save me running about the airport like a blue arsed fly ....especially looking for the irish bar :wink: thanks susie:notworthy: mrs keily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Dubai Maps and Orientation (Dubai, United Arab Emirates, UAE) Perhaps the best known city in the United Arab Emirates and certainly the most popular, Dubai is actually one of the country's seven different emirates which combine to make the UAE. Dubai currently ranks as the most modern of all the emirates and is continually expanding and developing, with the relatively recent addition of its famous Palm Islands being the biggest land reclamation project in existence. The city of Dubai offers an extensive infrastructure and has been transformed into a desert oasis, filled with towering skyscrapers and exceptional luxury hotels. There are endless different districts and suburbs, although only a few of these are actually in common usage and not always clearly shown on maps of the city. Dubai Maps: Orientation of the City - Dubai, United Arab Emirates, UAE There really are four main areas of interest to tourists visiting Dubai. Deira is an important neighbourhood and encompasses the Al-Garhoud area close to the airport. Across the Creek from Deira is Bur Dubai, which can be reached using either water taxis (abras), the Al-Maktoum Bridge or the Al-Shindaga Tunnel. Bur Dubai lies on the southerly side of the Creek and is filled with hotels, restaurants, museums and interesting areas, such as the characterful Bastakiya (Bastakia) district and the residential suburb of Karama. Directly south-west of Bur Dubai is the Sheikh Zayed Road, which heads inland and runs parallel to the shoreline, with this area being filled with places to stay and eat. Finally, the fourth neighbourhood of note is Jumeirah, with Jumeirah Road forming an important thoroughfare and running next to the beachfront. The Dubai Marine Beach Resort is included within the Jumeirah area. Abu Dhabi - south-west Ajman - north-east Al Ain - south-east Al Haba - east Al Samha - south Dhaid - east Dibba (Oman) - north-east Fujairah - east Kish Island (Iran) - north Masfut - east Mina Jebel Ali - south-west Ra's al Khaimah - north-east Sha'am - north-east Sharjah - north-east Sweihan - south-east Umm al Quwain - north-east Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Drug restrictions in the UAE Essentially drugs that may be over the counter in your home country could be banned in the UAE. This could include many common cold and cough remedies.Various sleeping tablets, painkillers, anti-depressants and hormone replacement therapy drugs are banned in the UAE, as well as sex stimulants such as Viagra for example. If you are going to bring in your drugs, then at the very least, make sure that you have a copy of your prescription and note from your doctor on the reason you need to take such medication. Here is the full list: (If you are searching for a specific drug, it might be worth trying the search function above or a cntrlF) CD(A) - Psychotropics (These are drugs for which a prescription must be held. The more detailed the medical report from the authorising doctor which can accompany any drug in this category, the better. In the UAE, they can only be dispensed upon production of a registered health authority-approved prescription. They include some common sleeping tablets, painkillers, anti-depressants and hormone replacement therapy/HRT) Please do scroll down on this link for banned medications without a doctor's letter/prescrciption. http://www.grapeshisha.com/plan-your-trip/banned-drugs-in-dubai-and-abu-dhabi.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted July 21, 2011 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Travelling with Infants At every stage in the journey, Emirates offers special assistance to make travelling more comfortable and convenient for our youngest flyers and their families. Any person under two years is an infant. For more information, see our Special Needs FAQs page. Whether you require a bassinet*, children's meals, or any other special service, just let us know and we will make the necessary arrangements. For the comfort of families with young children and to ensure that your flight takes off smoothly, Emirates offers priority boarding to families with young children. We also offer complimentary baby stroller service at Dubai International Airport (on arrival and transit only) for all of our passengers.Twin baby strollers are also available. For families travelling with infants, we have equipped every Emirates plane with: Pillows and blankets Large overhead storage lockers Changing tables in the toilets We also have bassinets on board all of our aircraft, measuring approximately 29.5 inches (74.93 cm) long by 13 inches (33.02 cm) wide by 6.5 inches (16.51 cm) deep. There is a weight limit of 11 kgs. In the First Class suites a custom bassinet is fitted that measures 25 inches (63.5 cm) long and 11 inches (28 cm) wide. Infant Safety For the safety of our youngest passengers, certain rules apply to infants travelling with Emirates. An infant held in the lap of an adult passenger throughout the flight should be restrained where possible, but adult seat belts must not be fastened around both adult and infant. Seat belt extensions carried on board all Emirates aircraft should be used instead. Child restraint devices (CRDs) approved for use in aircraft only by any Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA), the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or Transport Canada may be used, if marked accordingly. Parents or guardians may use infant car seats at any stage of the flight. Airport Services will approve the infant car seat at check-in for use onboard. Cabin crew will assist parents with the fitting of the car seat to the passenger seat. The car seat must be the forward facing type only and one that can be secured to the seat by the use of the lap seatbelt, and not a shoulder harness (2-point seatbelt) as per car vehicles. A seat must be booked and child's fare paid for infants travelling in this manner. Passengers must supply their own approved infant car seat as per the list below. Acceptable car seats: Seats accepted by United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and Regulations (FMVSS) No. 213, and are manufactured to those standards on or after February 26, 1985. US approved seats manufactured after this date must bear the following labels in red lettering: “This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft;” and “this child restraint system conforms to all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards.” Seats approved to Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) No. 213, entitled “Child Restraint Systems” or CMVSS No. 213.1, entitled “Infant seating and restraint systems.” Seats meeting European safety standards requirements of ECE regulation 44, -03, or later series of amendments. Seats qualified for use in aircraft according to German “Qualification Procedure for Child Restraint Systems for Use in Aircraft” (TÜV Doc.TÜV/958-01/2001). Should your car seat not meet any of these requirements, it can be put in the hold as checked baggage. Installation Child restraint devices and car seats may only be installed on aircraft seats with the type of connecting device they are approved and qualified for.** All safety and installation instructions must be followed carefully by the person accompanying the infant. Cabin crew will prohibit the use of any inadequately installed CRD or car seat that does not meet the above qualifications. * Bassinets are provided on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact Reservations prior to departure to book this facility. ** For example, CRDs to be connected to a three-point harness only (most rearward-facing baby CRDs currently available) shall not be attached to an aircraft seat with a lap-belt only. A CRD designed to be attached to a vehicle seat by means of rigid bar lower anchorages (ISO-FX or US equivalent) only, shall only be used on aircraft seats that are equipped with such connecting devices and shall not be attached by the aircraft seat lap belt. The method of connecting must be clearly shown in the manufacturer’s instructions provided with each CRD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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