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Unique places in Marrakech

Unique places in Marrakech

Marrakech is known to be a city with rich Islamic history and it can be seen from the city architecture. If you set your foot in Marrakech, you can see buildings and houses with its distinctive Islamic architecture. The layout of the city itself is really unique and different with any other big cities in the world. In here, you can feel like travelling back in time. The ambiance, the people and the city layout create the world that is different from any modern city you have ever seen.

Medina of Marrakech is one example of sacred and unique site in this city. Back in the 11th century, Medina is known to be Islamic capital city and many important Islamic events happened in this city. There are many important historical structures built in Medina such as the ramparts and gates which made from pinkish clay, The Koutoubia Mosque, The Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrassa and the huge Djemaa El-Fna Squares. Almost all of the tourists who come to Medina will visit Djemaa El-Fna. This huge town square is Medina center of activity day and night. Within the day you can see orange juice’s stall, water seller and snake charmers. As the sun hide and the moon shows up, the entertainment changes into a more unique one. You can see dancing boys, story teller, traditional medicine seller and more food stalls as more people coming to this square.

If you are a photographic addict and spend your holiday in Marrakech, you would want to visit Maison de la Photographie. This museum is located on 46, Rue souk Ahal Fes and opens everyday from 09.30 AM to 07.00 PM. This museum is first opened on 2009 and holds vast collections of photographs from period 1862 to 1950 and the theme of the photograph is about the daily life of Morocco. This museum holds more than 5.000 photos collections and 2,000 glass plates. The architecture of the museum is simple yet very charming, it makes you feel like you are walking in someone’s house and seeing their activity picture on a wall. This museum also has a terrace on top of the floor where you can eat while enjoying the view of Marrakech. If you are interested in some of the photograph inside, this museum also provide you with the reproduction of the photo.

Jardin Majorelle or Majorelle Garden is a botanical garden that located in Rue Yves Saint Laurent, Marrakech. This garden is designed by Jacques Majorelle, a French artist during the period when Morocco was a protectorate of France. Perhaps because the designer of this garden is a painter, so the garden itself is colored and designed just like coming out from a picture. Most of the structure inside this garden is painted in blue, and the composition is very beautiful until some people say that this garden is the masterpiece of Jacques Majorelle. This garden also has a museum inside called the Islamic Art Museum where you can see textiles from Saint Lauren’s personal collection and also other things such as ceramics and jewelry, some of Majorelle paintings also become the exhibit in this museum.

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One Night in Burj Khalifa

We know that everyone wishes a memorable vacation in some special places. But, have you ever gone to a place that gives you more than extraordinary holiday? If you still wonder what it is, let’s take a look to the tallest skyscraper in the world, Burj Khalifa. The name of the skyscraper is taken from Arabic language ‘Burj Khlaifa’ which means ‘Khalifa Tower’. This tower which lay on dessert offers you its great height at 2,716.5 or 828 meters. Thus, you will feel as though flew to the sky. So, when you visit Dubai, don’t miss the Burj Khalifa as one of the most spectacular tourists destinations in the world that gives tourists the beyond imagination holiday. It is located in the centre of Dubai where people all around the world savor the most sumptuous tourist attractions here.

If you are only spend one night in Burj Khalifa, it is still would be the most wondrous holiday ever because when you decide to go to the top of it, on level 124, you will use its elevator that has got 10 meters per second in speed. Therefore, it will take no time to reach there. Then, when you have arrived, there are some telescopes which convey the prodigious scenes of lavish living on desert to your eyes. Yet, the scenes are also seen directly with your bare eyes, because you can walk around and exploring Dubai from above with its crystal clear glass walls. Beside viewing the marvelous views, you also can buy some souvenirs to bring home. The other things you should have while visiting this skyscraper are the boutique, the park, and the hotel Burj Khalifa.

One of the luxurious hotels in Dubai is Armani Hotel Dubai which lay on the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. Is the hotel has got any relation to the famous brand Giorgio Armani? Yes it is! This hotel is the first hotel that created by Giorgio Armani. When you stay in the hotel, you will get not only a posh place to stay, but also feeling its Armani fashion sense. If you stay in this hotel means you can visit the other exclusive places in Dubai easily by walking. The Armani hotel also provides its guests with some facilities such as fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool, Spa, and many more. Yet, if you have got a little time, just choose the Immediate Entry Admission. When you purchase its ticket, you can go to the top anytime you want without standing for minutes in a queue. The price of the tickets are based upon your age and it can be bought in the ticket office that near to its entrance.

Bring your loved ones, mates, or family to feel what it feels like to reach the sky without imagining having wings as a bird has or taking a plane to see Dubai spectacular scenery from above. Burj Khalifa presents you the new experiences vacation, and perhaps the best holiday ever in your entire life. Welcome to Dubai and enjoy standing at the top by visiting the Burj Khalifa skyscraper!

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The Emirates Palace

5 Star Hotels in Abu Dhabi

As the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi definitely holds an important position in business and tourism. For you who are considering a plan to spend a vacation in exotic Abu Dhabi, one option is to spend leisurely in a 5 star hotel. Here are some recommendations of hotels you can choose from:

The Emirates Palace
When you talk about the Emirates Palace, it’s not possible to not talk about the Emirates Palace. When construction finished in 2005, it was the most expensive hotel in history to build that cost around 3 billion U.S dollars. This luxurious hotel has relaxation pool with Jacuzzis, adventure pool with waterfalls and water slides, and numerous fountains and domes. The décor is dominated with marble and gold, just like a European palace. Other activities you can enjoy in this hotel includes snorkeling, sailing, wind-surfing, sea-kayaking, tennis, spa treatments, and camel rides on the private beach. If that’s still not enough for you, there are dozens restaurants and bars where you can fulfill your culinary craving, including ones that decorates chocolates and desserts with real gold leaf.

Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi
This hotel is located strategically in Abu Dhabi’s commercial and business districts. Thus it is perfect for both business traveler and tourist. One of its unique appeals is its revolving restaurant that perched on the rooftop and gives you magnificent views of the city. It is also close to great tourist and entertainment option in Abu Dhabi, such as Abu Dhabi Corniche, Sheikh Zayed Mosque (3rd largest mosqueint the world), Islands of Al-Reem, Lulu and Saadiyat, and more.

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
If you’re looking to get an experience of the desert, Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is the perfect choice for you. This resort is set on the island haven of Sir Bani Yas, off the coast of Abu Dhabi. It is now even more accessible with 25 minutes scheduled regional jet service from Abu Dhabi’s Al Bateen Executive Airport. Activities you can choose to do here include walking, kayaking, archery, or relaxing yourself in Anantara spa.

Al Raha Beach Hotel Abu Dhabi
This 5 star hotel is located in the Al Raha Corniche and can easily be reached from Abu Dhabi centre (25 minutes away) and from Abu Dhabi International Airport (10 minutes away). You can easily visit Al Raha Mall nearby or visit the Gazelle Kids Club that offers various activities for children.

Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi
Strategically located in the city’s business and shopping district, this hotel has its own private beach and directly linked to the Abu Dhabi Mall. This hotel also provides 9 restaurants you can choose from, whether you’re looking to satisfy your international taste buds, or adventuring on local cuisines.

5 Star Hotels in Abu Dhabi

Grand Excelsior

Hotels in Dubai

Dubai is known as the “city of gold” eventhough the majority of its gold is imported from Asia. The potential of the tourism sector in Dubai nowadays has grab people’s attention to know more about this city. Dubai is one of seven emirates within the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Dubai is located in the south east of the Persian Gulf on the Arabian Peninsula. Dubai is the second most populated emirate with around 30% of the UAE population. One of the interesting attractions in Dubai such as Global Village Dubai which is known as the largest cultural and entertainment venue in the Middle East. Get a comfortable hotel in Dubai is important to enjoy your holiday. Here are some hotels in Dubai that is near the Global Village Dubai. The list below is the hotels where are the nearest to the Global Village Dubai.

Medlock Villas
Strategically located in Dubai, Medlock Villas is the best place to stay in this lively city. This five-star hotel gives the easy access to a number of attractions and landmarks of Dubai such as The Montgomerie, Jebel Ali Race Course, Dubai Marina, and only 3.56 km from Global Village Dubai. Each room has LCD televisions, shower, cable TV, DVD or CD player, and ironing board. If you want to relax after hours of shopping, you will be entertained and relaxed by top class leisure facilities like outdoor swimming pool.

Grandeur Hotel
This three-star hotel, which built in 2008, gives the easy access for the tourists to get to the Dubai Community Theatre & Arts Centre, Ski Dubai, Mall Emirates, and only 4.51 km from the Global Village Dubai. Every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable. So, the hotel provides the best service and facilities such as shops, restaurants, coffee shop, bar or pub, indoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness facilities, and jacuzzi. All guest rooms have a host of comforts like hairdryer, satellite or cable TV, shower and bathtub, and mini bar.

Grand Excelsior Hotel
Grand Excelsior Hotel, the four-star hotel that attract many tourists every year, is strategically located in Al Barsha. The hotel is located close to the Dubai Community Theatre & Arts Centre, Meem Gallery, Emirates Mall, and only 4.53 km from the Global Village Dubai. The hotel is also just 20 miles from downtown and 35 km from the airport. After exploring Dubai, Grand Excelsior Hotel is an ideal place to get rest. All guest rooms have LCD televisions, non smoking rooms, wireless internet (charges apply), DVD or CD player. The hotel offers fantastic leisure facilities including sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, outdoor swimming pool, and fitness facilities.

Dubai, that is probably one of the most liberal Muslim countries in all the Middle East, has its own charm to pull in lots of tourists to spend their holiday there. Those hotels help you to relax after a long day of activities in the city of Dubai. Enjoy their brilliant services and truly experiences in the “city of gold”. Have fun!

Atlantis The Palm

Splurge & Stay in Luxury Hotels in Dubai

In the last couple of years, Dubai has definitely thrives as a popular tourist destination. As oil as its main income is diminishing fast, Dubai has been aiming for a new source of income: tourism. Luxurious hotels with over the top facilities help make Dubai a perfect place for tourists that are aiming to splurge in elegance. So, if you don’t mind reaching deep in your pocket for an unforgettable holiday in Dubai, here are some hotels that you can choose:

Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab
You can say that Burj Al Arab is the most popular luxurious hotel in Dubai. Its distinct architecture even can be called as the landmark of Dubai, alongside with Dubai Palm Island. This deluxe five star hotel even has an attentive service that garnered this hotel a seven-star reputation. Don’t try to find a standard or even deluxe type of room in this hotel. Burj Al Arab only has suites, the ones with full-size Hermes toiletries and 13 selection pillow menus. The smallest accommodations provided here is a room that’s as spacious as 558 square feet that includes living room, lounge, private bar, dressing room, and Jacuzzi. Other facilities in this lavish hotel include six restaurants and bars, Jumeirah’s Wild Wadi Water Park, health spa with separate sauna facilities for men and women, and tiled spa.

Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa

Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa

Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa
Stay in the Arabian desert in this luxury resort that are built in the style of an ancient Bedouin settlement with neutral toned ‘tents’ shading each private suites. Each suite has its own private swimming pool and wooden deck. You don’t have to worry for a lack of activities, as guests of this resort can select up to 2 different complimentary activities every day, such as the wildlife drives, horse riding, nature walk, desert safari, archery, falconry, and camel trekking. Definitely a unique way to spend your holiday.

Atlantis The Palm

Atlantis The Palm

Atlantis The Palm
The Atlantis The Palm is in the centre of the Palm Jumeirah, a well-known man-made island that’s also a landmark of Dubai. The Atlantis the Palm is perfect for you who travel with kids, as it has facilities such as a huge Aquaventure waterplay area, a near-vertical waterslide in an acrylic tunnel in a shark-filled lagoon known as Leap of Faith, tidal wave pool, the Dolphin Bay that has seven interconnected pools for dolphins, and more. It’s a lot of water for a city that’s supposedly located in a desert. Other facilities include 17 restaurants and bars.

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The Dazzling Dubai

Dubai is one of the most enchanting cities in the world, filled with numerous activities and ways to keep you atop the excitement. Dubai is the largest and the most visited emirate in the entire United Arab Emirate, second to none but Abu Dhabi. Dubai is also the most populous emirate in the UAE and the largest retail city in the world well known for its high tech, innovative methods to attract tourists and its world class architecture. Dubai is situated on the coast of Persian Gulf and lies in the Arabian Desert. It is surrounded by Abu Dhabi, Oman, Ajman, Ras Al khaimah and Hatta.

Dubai offers a whole lot of plethora of ways to keep you atop the luxurious, full of leisure vacation and make you feel like the most celebrated VIP. Dubai is the shopping capital of the Middle East and is widely known for its wonderful souks (Markets). Its souks are also often regarded as the heart of the urban Dubai. Dubai Tours are absolutely empty without a walk down the enchanting and blinding souks of Dubai which are perpetually cloaked in a mystique sort of aura. Let the sweet fragrance of the spices drive your soul in the Spice souk. Check out the most stunning gold ornaments (Ladies beware, heavily enthralling!) at the gold souk. The Deira Old Souk, Electronics souk, Naïf souk and the AL Wasi souk also offer a variety of goods among others.

Moreover, the Dubai shopping Festival makes it all look a paradise for shoppers and the grand Dubai Mall will definitely make you fall for all the materialism. Dubai holiday packages aren’t only about shopping, instead they go way beyond. Once you have set foot in Delhi, leaving it without visiting the iconic Creek. The Creek is the saltwater inlet that cuts through the city; it is Dubai’s natural harbor and there board a water taxi and enjoy the trip. Also check out the excavation sites at Al Sufooh, Jemeirah, and Al ghazis. Don’t forget to see the wonderful Bastakiya district which gives an alluring insight into the Dubai history. Reach atop the tallest structures in Dubai namely the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai world Trade centre.

For a fun, family experience, take a trip to Wonderland. For more of History, visit the Naif Museum, Burj Nahar, Dubai Museum, Heritage house Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum house, Dubai Grand Mosque, Hatta Village etc. And another not to be missed activity in Dubai the ultra awesome Dubai Desert Safari Tours. Hire yourself a private 4-wheeler and get out in the wilderness under the screaming sun on the cruel sands of the Arabian Desert and there you can also go sandboarding, camel riding and lot of other desert activities. Indulge in Barbeque; spend a night under the clear sky embellished with more than a million stars with nothing but the sandy desert as your date for the night. Soar up in the sky in a hot air balloon and witness the panoramic city underneath.

Dubai which is truly an irresistible city is the most idyllic place to spend your ultra luxurious vacation at. So don’t wait and plan your vacation today!

Dubai Attractions

The golden sand dunes of Dubai make this city a prominent name in the most exhilarating desert countries. The glittering sand and the towering buildings standing tall at the center will definitely be a spectacular view. The city is visited by millions of travelers all around the year and welcome the travelers with its exotic beaches, world-class shopping destinations, yummy food and lot more.

When we talk of Dubai, then how can we forget about the great travel attractions here that make this city a popular travel destination. Mosques, museums, entertainment parks and some of the best architectural marvels all in together make this city a travel hot-spot. So here is a list of some of the most popular travel attractions of Dubai that you can see during your trip. Continue reading