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Dubai is the place where east truly meets west and the sun is guaranteed to shine all year long. It is a unique combination of modern western facilities and infrastructure combined with eastern hospitality.
With its beautiful beaches and clear blue seas Dubai is a perfect destination for both sun worshiper and water sports enthusiast alike. Deep-sea fishing, yachting, snorkeling, and, speed boat racing are just a few of the activities to peak your interest.
Dubai is the most liberal of Middle Eastern countries and recognized as the safest place in the region. English is widely spoken and with over 1 million people from all corners of the world living there Dubai has become a fast paced and exciting place to visit.
World-class sporting events take place from the Dubai Golf Open to Power Boat Racing not to mention the world's richest horse race. Add to this the new F1 Motor racing circuit then Dubai is without a doubt an exhilarating sporting destination.
Dubai is the shopping capital of the East and the Malls are packed with international tax-free brands of watches, clothes and more. Shopping malls like the City Center, Burjman Center and The Mall of the Emirates all combine to make Dubai a haven for shoppers.
Dining in Dubai is a must for food lovers. From high quality restaurants featuring Lebanese, Indian, Chinese, Japanese cuisine to places such as Pizza Hut, McDonalds and Hard Rock Cafe. It can all be found here and alcohol is available in most restaurants and hotels.
The Emirate of Dubai is one of the worlds great success stories. Traditionally the trading hub of the Region, Dubai is now extending its success into tourism and knowledge based industries.
Travel and Tourism News
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Posted on 30 July 2010 | 12:29 am
SLTPB nominated for TTG Travel Awards Daily Mirror TTG Travel Awards ceremony is considered as the Oscars in the travel industry. Tourism Australia, Barbados Tourism Authority, Dubai Tourism, Jamaica Tourist ... |
Posted on 29 July 2010 | 11:38 am
![]() Reuters UK | Tanker probe eyes possible Persian Gulf collision The Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Investigators in the UAE are looking into whether a Japanese tanker damaged at the mouth of the Persian Gulf was involved in ... Damage to Japan tanker in Hormuz may have been caused by freak wave Oil tanker in suspected attack in Persian Gulf |
Posted on 29 July 2010 | 11:06 am
![]() Business Intelligence Middle East (press release) | Abu Dhabi retail rents stable since Q3 2009 ArabianBusiness.com A report published earlier this month by Jones Lang Lasalle found that vacancies across Dubai's major malls were increasing. The JLL report found that ... Rentals, sale prices dip in Capital despite project suspensions |
Posted on 29 July 2010 | 1:42 am
Water quality closures up at some area beaches San Francisco Chronicle The Bay Area suffered a particularly large increase in beach closures, largely as a result of the Dubai Star spill Oct. 30 in which up to 800 gallons of oil ... |
Posted on 29 July 2010 | 12:01 am
United Arab Emirates ArabianBusiness.com Our client, a leading local Travel and Tourism company, is searching for General Manager to lead their Operations and grow their Sales in Abu Dhabi. ... |
Posted on 28 July 2010 | 2:32 pm
![]() Reuters Africa | West Africa gets air link to Asia with Emirates AFP Dakar is hoping to further strengthen its position as a business and tourism hub in a region where air travel is notoriously expensive and tedious. ... Emirates launching service to Senegal Emirates prepares to launch flights to Dakar Emirates expects to turn Dakar into a robust market |
Posted on 28 July 2010 | 9:17 am
Travel Briefs (July 28) Arab News Emirates has partnered with Dubai Tourism & Commerce Marketing, over 80 hotels, The Dubai Mall, the Department of Residency, and local destination ... |
Posted on 28 July 2010 | 8:07 am
Medical Tourism Sector Yet to Reach its Full Potential Reveals a Survey Report Marketwire (press release) DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES--(Marketwire - July 28, 2010) - A survey published today by a prominent Medical Tourism consultant has revealed that 94% of ... |
Posted on 28 July 2010 | 5:43 am
Dubai Sukuk Wins Investor Confidence as Debt Accord Nears: Islamic Finance Bloomberg The air traffic control tower stands at the Dubai World Central-Al Maktoum International airport. ... |
Posted on 25 July 2010 | 7:58 pm



