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© Michael Schütze - Fotolia. com DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Dubai fountain seen from the Burj Khalifa - Time difference: +3 h in winter, +2 h in summer Public transport: taxi, subway and bus Currency: € 1 = 4. 97 United Arab Emirates dirhams Language: Arabic, English Climate: subtropical. -October to April: the best time to visit Dubai, perfect months to enjoy the beach and excursions. -Very hot and humid in the summer. In July and August, the heat is unbearable, peaking near 50 °C. Local cuisine specialties: some Lebanese dishes (mezze with humus, tabbouleh, etc. ), matchbou and hareis (lamb specialties), seafood and fish. 70

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Dubai by night, view of Burj Khalifa - © philipus - Fotolia. com Highlights: -Dubai Shopping Festival (15 January/15 February): A major event attracting several million visitors every year. There are sales everywhere, in both shopping centres and souks. -Tennis Open (February) -Dubai World Cup horse race (March): for the world's best thoroughbreds. -Dubai Desert Classic golf open (March) -Dubai international Jazz Festival (March) -Dubai Summer Surprises (June-August): festivities for families and children. -Dubai International Film Festival (December) 71

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Hotel locations Deira Majestic Tower Hotel 4* Bur Dubai Armani Hotel 5* Sofitel Hotel 5* Highlights Dubai is a city poised between its history as a rich Arab trading post and its 21 st century modernity. Discover the Emirate's economic, social and cultural history in the Dubai museum located in Al Fahidi Fort. Stroll around enjoying the fragrances of the spice market, then browse through the Gold Souk and the textile market. Go on to admire the sunset from the 124 th floor of Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest tower and end the day with a little shopping in Dubai Mall. 72

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates What to see and do in each area Bur Dubai (the historic west side of the city) Bastakiya: an intimate, picturesque neighbourhood with narrow winding streets full of bazaars and lined with old houses built of white coral. Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai museum): the fort bears witness to the Emirate's past economic, social and cultural history, having previously served as garrison, prison and residence to the Emirate's rulers. A window into the Bedouin lifestyle of the 20 th century. Grande Mosque: surmounted by 54 domes and decorated with stained glass panels, this majestic house of prayer has a 70 m minaret, the tallest in the city. Warning: the mosque is closed to non-Muslims. Dubai Souk: made up of small bazaars whose stalls are packed with clothing, miscellaneous household items and kitsch souvenirs. It is admittedly full of tourists but is also much patronized by the local Indian population. Burjuman Centre: this is one of Dubai's biggest and most chic shopping malls, boasting 190 stores and cafés including many haute couture label boutiques and games areas. Be sure to take time to watch the amazing shooting water jets of the decorative fountains. 73 Al Fahidi Fort © Panama - Fotolia. com Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House: a beautiful example of traditional architecture, now a museum housing a collection of old photographs. Bastakiya © Haider Yousuf - Fotolia. com

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates What to see and do in each area Deira (the nerve centre of Dubai) Al Ras: this district in the north has the city's largest souk area. Old souk and spice souk Deira market: it's the city's liveliest fish market, the place to discover the varieties of fish and seafood to be found in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Gold Souk: well worth the trip, stalls crammed with gold as far as the eye can see. Heritage House: a traditional house miraculously preserved in the midst of Deira's high-rise buildings. Built in 1890, it was added to over time and finally became a museum in 2000. Spice souk © Goran Bogicevic - Fotolia. com 74 Deira market © anastasios 71 - Fotolia. com

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates What to see and do in each area Khor Dubai The Creek: this seawater creek is a symbolic and historical link between Deira and Bur Dubai. The boats of all shapes and colours are very appealing. Promenade along the banks: Al Seef Road or Bani Yas Road. The Creek © petunyia - Fotolia. com 75 The Creek © Mrkvica - Fotolia. com

DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Armani Hotel 5*– Dubai http: //dubai. armanihotels. com/ Location: facing Dubai fountain, 5 min by foot from Dubai Mall. Size: 160 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Deluxe Room Classic Room This hotel was designed by renowned couturier Giorgio Armani. It covers 11 floors of Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa tower. Extremely elegant and understated. A few minutes from Dubai Mall, the ideal location to discover one of the meccas of shopping. 76 Classic Room

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DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Sofitel Hotel 5*- Dubai http: //www. sofitel-dubai-jumeirahbeach. com/ Location: close to the marina and the beach. Size: 440 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, beauty salon offering massage and Carita products, outdoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Superior Room Luxury Room Close to the beach, this hotel enjoys a panoramic view of the Persian Gulf. It is located on The Walk, the famous Jumeirah Beach promenade. You will love the sunken bar in the infinity pool. Premium feature room: Luxury Room 78

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DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Majestic Tower Hotel 4*- Dubai http: //www. dubaimajestic. com/ Location: in the Bur Dubai district. Size: 250 rooms. Hotel features: sauna, gym, spa & wellness centre, outdoor swimming pool. Available room categories: Standard Room Deluxe Room You have a choice between 7 restaurants and bars (Greek cuisine, international cuisine, etc. ). Close to the international airport and the world-class shopping centres. Deluxe Room 80

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