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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Experience the blending of traditional Arab culture and modern western culture in Dubai. Gaze skyward to see the tallest building in the world, the 2,722-feet-high futuristic Burj Khalifa tower, or walk over to the impressive Jumeirah Mosque. Seek out jet-set haunts or stroll through the heart of the old city, Dubai Creek, which is home to the Dubai museum as well as the labyrinth alleyways of gold, spice and textile souks, where bargaining is part of the fun and ritual.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port Rashid
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
Gulf Standard Time GST
UTC/GMT +4 hours -
Language
The official language is Arabic, but English is commonly spoken. -
Currency & Shopping
Arab Emirate Dirham (AED) ATMs are widely available. Credit cards are commonly accepted. -
Famous For
Located on the waterfront east of Bur Dubai Souk, the Bastakiya quarter with its narrow lanes and tall wind towers gives a tantalizing glimpse of old Dubai. -
Fun Fact #2
Dubai is a shopping mecca with reasonable retail prices and an endless variety of products from couture and electronics to Persian rugs and Bedouin jewelry. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Food in Dubai can be quite expensive, so consider trying something from one of the street vendors, which is more authentic and quite delicious. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
The world’s tallest building as of 2011, the Burj Khalifa towers at more than 2,716 feet. The observation deck on the 124th level offers incredible city views.