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Dubai is renowned for it's glorious sandy beaches, magnificent shopping malls and range of leisure activities. Just 100 years ago, Dubai was a tranquil trading town situated on the banks of the Creek, edged by coral and gypsum huts. Today, the city of Dubai is a sprawling metropolis of glass and steel skyscrapers, with a skyline to rival that of Manhattan. Dubai is actually two towns joined by the Creek, with the district of Bur Dubai to the south and Deira to the north. Further south, but now adjoining the city, the Jumeirah Beach area offers modem business parks and some of the finest hotels in the world, most of which overlook the magnificent beach. For such a small city, Dubai has a surprising and varied array of sights and attractions.


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Car Rental Dubai

 Avis
World's second largest general-use car rental business, providing business and leisure customers with a wide range of services.
 Budget Rent A Car
 Hertz

Hotels in Dubai

 All-hotels.com 
 Expedia.com
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Travel Guides Dubai / Related Books

Lonely Planet Dubai  - Lara Dunston
A guide to Dubai, this title features an extensive shopping chapter with tips on buying gold, detailed and mapped walking tours to guide you around the old town and souqs, and excursions to the desert oasis of A -Ain and the archaeological sites.
Hardcover 224 pages (September 2004); Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications - Pisces; Language: English
ISBN: 1740597613
Footprint Dubai Pocket Guide - Zee Gilmore
World of contrasts. Dhow-peppered Creek. Narrow streets and tall windtower houses. Unparalleled courtsey and hospitality. Tall minarets and enormous glass towers. Race Night at Nad Al Shiba. The best of sights. Diera's Gold and Spice souks. Dune driving, sand skiing and camel riding. Arabian opulence. Golf and horse riding. Sunset trips up the Creek. Where to sleep, eat and drink. Dubai Shopping Festival: win your weight in gold. Golf. Watersports at Wild Wadi. Dubai World Cup: richest horse race in the World. Desert safaris. Exploring the wadis. Bird watching. Dubai: a superb mix of shopping, culture and leisure opportunities...
Paperback 256 pages (July 7, 2004); Publisher: Footprint Handbooks; Language: English; ISBN: 1904777171
Living and Working in the Gulf States & Saudi Arabia 
Robert Hughes, Graeme Chesters, Jim Watson (Illustrator)
A comprehensive guide for anyone contemplating working in the Gulf States and Saudi Arabia, this book covers everything a person could need to live, work, study or just to spend time in the region.
Paperback 400 pages (April 9, 2003); Publisher: Survival Books; Language: English; ISBN: 1901130215

Transportation / How do I travel to Dubai

  Dubai International Airport

 Emirates US  -  Flight tickets Dubai

  Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights 

The Rough Guide to Dubai & Uae Map 
The Rough Guide Map Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain is the most detailed and comprehensive map to this intriguing destination. The scale of 1:470,000 allows for enough detail to include even the smallest dirt tracks and settlements whilst also being a manageable size for use in the car or whilst walking. Pinpointed on the map are places of interest, including archeological sites, oases, nature reserves, desert and dunes. Whether you're heading off the beaten track or on a stopover in dubai this map is your essential companion.
Map 1 pages (September 30, 2004); Publisher: Rough Guides; Language: English; ISBN: 1843533758
 Online Map of Dubai [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castañeda Library - Map Collection ]


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 Discover Dubai
Get a view of the city with a trip on a traditional abra (water taxi) along the Creek. Visit the gold and spice souks and the old Bastakiya district with its distinctive wind towers. Wonderful Jumeira Beach is a 20 minute drive away from the city

 Emirates.net.ae

 Emirates.org - portal site

 Bastakiya
The earliest form of air conditioning, the wind tower, which was used to cool homes in the Gulf, can still be seen in the Bastakiya area, to the east of Al Fahidi Fort where many traditional courtyard houses can be found.
 Camel Race Track
Camel racing is a popular local sport and takes place on weekends (Thursday and Friday) throughout the winter. Most tour operators can organize a trip to the track for an exhilarating and truly Arabian experience.
 Dubai Creek
Lined by dhows, the Creek offers a picturesque glimpse of Dubai's trading heritage. It can be crossed by 'abra' (water taxi) and tour operators offer day or night cruises.
 Dubai Museum
Dubai Museum, incorporating Al Fahidi Fort, is a living picture of life in Dubai both past and present. The museum includes collections and exhibits on pearl diving, indigenous animals, dhow building and daily life.
 Gold Souq
Dubai boasts one of the largest retail gold markets in the world, selling everything from ingots to intricately worked jewellery at bargain prices. The street-front stores hide alleys of smaller shops with glittering show windows.
 Shindagha
At the mouth of the Creek, Shindagha is the original site from which Dubai grew. Sheikh Saeed's house, the former home of the ruling Maktoum family, has been carefully restored here.
 Spice Souq
The narrow lanes of the spice souq are redolent with cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, incense, dried fruit and nuts. Imported from all over the Middle East, they are sold straight out of open sacks that surround the shopkeepers.
 Wild Wadi - theme park
Located next to the jumeirah Beach Hotel, Wild Wadi offers thrill-seekers and families hours of fun at one of the world's most advanced water theme parks. Featuring the tallest and fastest water speed rides outside North America, other attractions include Log River, King Ride, Flood River, Wave Pool, Flow Rides, Lazy River and much more.

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Cuisine

Cooking of the Gulf 
Tess Mallos
Even the most serious and well-travelled of cooks would be amazed at the vast array of spices and fresh ingredients available in the markets of the Gulf States. The arid landscape of the region contrasts remarkably with the abundance of food and flavours. Cooking of the Gulf enables you to bring these unique flavours into your kitchen. With easy-to-prepare recipes, you will be able to delight family and friends with the aromatic flavours of Arabic cooking.
Paperback 64 pages (May 1, 2004); Publisher: Parkway Publishing; Language: English; ISBN: 1898259062

Music, Cluture & Entertainment

Culture Shock! United Arab Emirates 
Gina Crocetti
A travel handbook from the Culture Shock! series which details the culture, society, customs and etiquette of the United Arab Emirates, designed for business visitors, travellers and students.
Paperback: 270 pages; Publisher: Graphic Arts Books (January 30, 2007); Language: English; ISBN-10: 1558689796; ISBN-13: 978-1558689794

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