Sunday, 9 October 2011

Tourism And Retail

Tourism And Retail







Tourism is an important part of the Dubai government's strategy to keep the foreign cash flow in the emirate. Dubai lure for tourists is based mainly on shopping, but also on its possession of other ancient and modern attractions. Since 2007, Dubai, the eight most visited city in world.Dubai should contain more than 15 million tourists in 2015. Dubai is the most populous emirate of the seven emirates of the UAE. It differs from other members of the UAE in that much of the emirate's revenues from tourism.



Dubai alone has more than 70 shopping centers, such as 7 of the world's largest mall, Dubai Mall. The city attracts lots of tourists buying from countries of the region and as far away as Eastern Europe, Africa and the Indian subcontinent. While boutiques, some electronics shops, department stores and supermarkets operate a fixed price basis, most other outlets consider friendly negotiation lifestyle.

The Palace The Old Town

The Palace The Old Town


A breakdown of the Group of the address of hotels, the Palace - The Old Town takes you to the time when kings lived lives of the emperors, because it was their birthright. The Palace offers the chance to live a life suitable for a king in his spacious Palace Hotel is built on the lake. 500 meters from Dubai Mall and 15 km from Jumeirah Beach, this hotel style fuses Arab village life and modern. Located in Downtown Burj Dubai area, all commercial and entertainment centers are all easily accessible by Souk Al Bahar, Burj Dubai and Dubai Mall. The nearest airport to The Palace The Old Town, Dubai International Airport, at a distance of 10 km.




Arabia can feel and see in all rooms of the palace - the old town with all the suites have balconies overlooking the Burj Dubai Lake and the Old Town. The interior colors and the team leader in the 24-hour personalized butler service, airport transfers, access to the business lounge, wireless Internet, minibar, interactive television system and access to "The Club" show.Eating exotic or just a cup of tea, coffee from Arabia, The Palace - Restaurants and cafes of Old Town is open to all tastes and needs. Argentine cuisine is served grilled roast in Ewaan Arabia, Thailand and ISP Thiptara, lounge music, cocktails and refreshments in the lounge Ewaan and drinks, tea and coffee in the lobby of the Palace.




Dinner events, weddings and social events can be arranged in various meeting rooms, business centers, the Royal Hall and swimming pool. Make your personal event or intimate romantic encounters and business a place to discuss your ideas.Renew and refresh your senses at Spa, where treatments such opulent bathroom with oriental Hammam table, showers of the monsoon, Hydro Spa and relax as the flowers bloom.The hotel offers private limousine transfers, currency exchange and room service 24 hours.

The Address Montgomerie Dubai


The Address Montgomerie Dubai



The experience of playing golf on a world-class golf, relaxing rooms and suites are located only in angelic Montgomerie. Located 28 km from Dubai International Airport, this boutique hotel is located 5 km Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Marina. Mall of the Emirates sets a distance of 10 km and Ibn Battuta, not far from km 5.About 21 charming rooms are decorated with all amenities that a lavish dream may be desired. These include the modern rooms in simple lines and attractive colors, where guests can use facilities such as personal butler service, LCD TV, free high speed internet, mini bar, room service 24 hours in movie theater and a music library, airport transfers and a free shuttle service, wheelchair access to leisure, discounts on green fees and Angsana Spa, private balcony with magnificent views of the field Golf Montgomerie.


Dining options are endless at the Montgomerie hopes the selection of dishes. Dining here is a winner of the prestigious award of their mood and the menu that want to offer. Among these, there are nineteen modern European cuisine, bunkers, traditional pub food, the academy of sports-themed restaurant and bar, and a list of Christ Monty's selection of wines.Montgomerie creates an ideal environment for business meetings and business. The place has innovative interior away from the bustling activity and the availability of "Golf Biz" to build solidarity and deliberate thought. The site of a near Dubai Media City, Internet City and Knowledge Village located at a distance of only 5 minutes. You have hidden options in the conference room, conference room, garden, indoor pool and a terrace Aquaviva Academy.

Thai Chi

Thai Chi



Combine the traditional elegance of our excellent Thai restaurant as well as to complement this modern Chinese, a great alternative to a single location. Authentic cuisine expertly prepared dishes delicately delicious taste of homegrown herbs are served in a quiet environment. In cooler months, dine outside on the terrace with a beautiful Thai and enjoy a selection of delicious cocktails perfectly complement a menu varied and appetizing. Thai Chi also offers a fantastic lunch buffet includes the best of cuisine and a la carte dinner until midnight. Vegetarian menu options are also available throughout the day.

Office Hours

12:00 to 15:00,

7:30 p.m. to 11:30,

Thursday and Friday 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Sports

Sports



Football and cricket are the most popular sports in Dubai. six teams (Al-Wasl, Al Shabab, Al-Ahli, Al Nasr, Dubai and Hatta CSC) represent Dubai in UAE League football.Al-Wasl have the second highest number of League Championship Under UAE with Al Ain. Cricket is followed by Dubai's large community of Indians and people of other nations play cricket (Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Britain, Australia and South Africa). In 2005, the International Cricket Council (ICC) moved its headquarters from London to Dubai. The city hosted several matches in Pakistan and two new grass grounds are being developed in Dubai Sports City.






Dubai also hosts two annual Dubai Tennis Championships and the Dubai tennis tournaments rock legends golf tournament and Dubai Desert Classic and Dubai World Championship, attracting athletes from around the world. The Dubai World Cup, a race of thoroughbreds, is held annually at the Meydan Racecourse.

Shebestan





A standout in a city filled with Persian cuisine Shabestan is an award-winning restaurant that promises to impress. Indulge in the exotic taste of Persia, while enjoying an exotic atmosphere, with live music.

Tel: 04 222 7171

Working

Lunch: 12:30 to 3:15

Dinner: 7:30 p.m. to 9:15 a.m.

Royal Mirage In Dubai

Royal Mirage In Dubai


If the One & Only Royal Mirage in Dubai has been described as the Arab rebuilt at its best. A masterpiece of the property is located five kilometers from the Emirates Golf Club, 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 12 km from Mall of the Emirates, One & Only Royal Mirage has its own pristine private beach a mile.Sixty acres of lush vegetation to increase the bread, which will guide you to the facilities of several recreation centers, restaurants, shopping centers, fitness and outdoor activities. The hotel can be reached from Dubai International Airport in 20 minutes and is opposite the Golf Club of the UAE. The route is not far from the souks and the center of gold and spices. Your Resort overlooks the islands La Palma and minutes later you find yourself in the door of the Palm Aquaventure.



Each accommodation is grouped by type of royalty that it offers, with unique names such as "The Palace", "Arabian Courtyard", "Residence & Spa" and "Garden Villa". Whatever you choose to check, the hotel shower you with facilities like satellite TV, balcony / terrace, in-room safe, maid service twice daily, welcome drink, study, separate toilet and bidet, private temperature controlled swimming pool, access to private beach, separate dining room, and employees are aware of your needs 24 hours.The hotel has restaurants serving dishes that have traveled all over the world, including Europe Rotisserie & olives, Indo-European to Nina, the Asian side Eauzone land, residences Arabic, Morocco Tagine, international celebrities and BBQ Grill and Beach Bar & Grill fresh.




Jet yourself in a variety of indoor activities such as tennis, golf, swimming, beach bumming, water sports, sea trips, fishing deep in the desert, and shopping.Let nature do its work through various means, such as One & Only Spa massages, hair care Zouari, stroking the feet Pedicure center, exercise in the gym, and rejuvenation in the hammam.

Road

Road



Five main routes - E 101 (Sheikh Zayed Road) and 311 (Emirates Road), E 44 (Dubai-Hatta Highway), E 77 (Dubai-Al on Hababa) and E 66 (Oud Metha Road) - through Dubai, which connects the city to other cities, and the UAE. In addition, many major routes within the city, such as D 89 (Al Maktoum Road / Airport Road), D 85 (Baniyas Road), D 75 (Sheikh Rashid Road), D 73 (Al Dhiyafa Road), D 94 ( Jumeirah Road) and D 92 (Al Khaleej / Al Wasl Road) connect the different locations of the city. Eastern and western part of town is linked to Al Maktoum Bridge, Al Garhoud Bridge, Al Shindagha Tunnel, Business Bay Crossing and the bridge of boats.


Oasis Beach Tower Apartments

Oasis Beach Tower Apartments




Oasis Beach Tower is a luxury hotel, situated on the famous Jumeirah Beach in Dubai. Located 25 minutes drive from Dubai city and Dubai International Airport.Oasis Beach Tower is best known for its panoramic views and open spaces. It offers style, luxury and a dynamic environment, where you can enjoy a beach to public housing, private pool and an impressive selection of restaurants wanted to manage independently, within a short distance from 5 minutes walk from Jumeirah Beach Residence.



The hotel has about 180 two, three, or four bedroom apartments or a Deluxe, Superior and Premier is located on 45 floors. The apartments, the hotel is fully equipped with kitchens, espresso machines, bathrooms and separate sitting areas, involving the LCD satellite TV, wireless high-speed Internet access, CD and DVD players, to keep alive the issue.


An extraordinary expansion takes place near the hotel aims at the development of tourism in the city. Therefore, development should continue in the vicinity of the hotel until the project is completed. All these developments are linked to create visual and / or audio in the vicinity of the tower, but we can not avoid this by using the break at the Emirates Golf Club and Ski Dubai, which is just a few miles.

Metro Rail

Media

Media


Dubai has an established network of media, radio, television and electronics that serve the city. Dubai is home to the Arab Radio Network, which sends eight FM radio stations, including radio talk first to the Middle East, Dubai Eye 103.8. Dubai-based FM stations such as Dubai FM (93.9) Dubai92 (92.0), Al Khaleejia (100.9) and Hit FM (96.7) provide programming in English, Arabic and Asian languages South. Several international channels available via cable, satellite, while local radio stations and delivered via the Arab Radio Network and Dubai Media Systems Incorporated. UAE's most popular resort of BBC, Channel 4 FM went on air in 1997 and was the UAE's first private commercial radio station.



Many international news agencies such as Reuters, APTN, Bloomberg LP and the Middle East Broadcasting Center (MBC) and network news channels operating in Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City. In addition, several local television network such as Dubai One (formerly Channel 33), and Dubai TV (EDTV) offer programs in English and Arabic, respectively. Dubai is also home to several print media. Dar Al Khaleej, Al Bayan and Al Ittihad are the largest circulating newspaper in the city in Arabic, while Gulf News, 7 days and are the largest circulating English newspapers.

LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL AREA CODES

Abu Dhabi 02 + 9712
Ajman 06 + 9716
Al Ain 03 + 9713
Dubai 04 + 9714
Fujairah 09 + 9719
Jebel Ali 04 + 9714
Khor Fakkan 09 + 9719
Raï al-Khaimah 07 + 9717
Sharjah 06 + 9716
Umm al-Qaiwain 06 + 9716

Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina

Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina



Just 2 km from Dubai Media City and 10 km from Mall of the Emirates, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina defines an emerging cosmopolitan life of Dubai. Located in a prestigious line of Jumeirah Beach in the heart of Dubai Marina, Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina luxury resort complete with approximately 211 rooms and accompanying services offering the best quality and comfort. Famous Emirates Golf Club and Montgomery Golf is located in front of the hotel creates an atmosphere of luxury on holiday.



Abundance was clearly stated in the deluxe rooms at Le Meridien in the options of land and ocean views. For more show is the choice of spacious Royal Club Superior rooms and large Royal Club Executive and luxury suites all explore the Persian Gulf.Imagination and creativity go hand in hand at the station where the hotel has different places to eat hot, like Ciro Pomodoro Barasti and are among the best in Dubai. Recipes are not always cross to be enjoyed inside the restaurant, but Le Meridien Hotel also organizes outdoor events for up to 5000 people, with personalized services to customers. Outdoor pools for swimming activities and adventure fatigue as skiing, kayaking, windsurfing and never keep you bored and idle. As you love your children do as Club Penguin, a series of activities such as pool games and the beach, keep them busy.


Dubai International Airport is located only 35 km, while the Dubai Museum, the gold and spice souks and shops, while others are just a few minutes. The hotel also offers services such as airport transfers, airport check-in, check-in and check-out and free shuttle service to the surroundings.

Kiku

Kiku



This is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Dubai and this number has been shown that the Japanese people that dine here. The food is authentic and elegant. The service is excellent and is definitely a place to take the family, the food at affordable prices.

Tel: 04 217 0000

Hours: Open daily 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Jumeirah Beach Hotel






Jumeirah Beach Hotel is located next to Wild Wadi Water Park is a private beach, to create a brilliant five-star hotel with a framework for the Persian Gulf is an important role.This five-star destination in the form of a single semi-circle offers the best entertainment, recreational and commercial activities, including guest rooms, suites and villas that redefine the term bizarre. All offer breathtaking ocean views, with the Arabic names of the rooms just starting with "Ocean". Bounty can be found in equipment such as shower, private access to Wild Wadi Park, fully equipped kitchen, mini bar, bar bar, Saudi-style interiors, jacuzzi and room service 24 hours.





Satisfy the hunger for power and what better way to enjoy a variety of Lebanese dishes such as Al Khayal, Far East Beachcombers, the German Der Kellar, Tex-Mex to Go West, La Parrilla Argentina, seafood in the Marina and Gallery vegan and Waterfront.Dubai is the center of outdoor activities in the desert and you can enjoy each of them getting involved in the Wild Wadi Water Park, the PBI Tennis Centre, Pavilion Dive Center, Sinbad Kids Club, Cruise, Segway Tours and water sports . All these you and your children fit, active and healthy during the holidays and rejuvenating you.Fresh as the morning sun can be performed in Spa and Health Club with the help of well-trained masseuses, saunas, massage rooms, Jacuzzis, swimming pools and a hammam. Healthy living today is the mantra of so many different outdoor games, you can contact the health club, after which you can enjoy the waterfront.

InterContinental Dubai Festival City

InterContinental Dubai Festival City
If you want to slip in a boat enjoying the luxury of a five star hotel Inter Continental Dubai Festival City built in the shape of a sailboat will fulfill your fantasies. Setting Situated on the banks of the historic Dubai Creek, the Inter Continental is one of the best beachfront of the Urban Community of Dubai Festival City.The Intercontinental is known to respond to all types of customers, whether a business traveler who enjoy the hotel's proximity to the commercial centers of the Burj Dubai, Business Bay and Dubai World Trade Centre and Backpacker / holidays that promote visit Bastakiya, Dubai Museum and Al Mamzar Beach Park.


As you climb the 36 floors of the hotel you will discover nearly 498 rooms, suites 121 and 399 beds in single rooms, 99 double rooms, 138 non-smoking rooms and executive suites. As you open the doors of the room and explore a 360 degree spherical, you will see a panoramic view of Dubai Creek and Sheikh Zayed Road skyline. All rooms are equipped with entertainment facilities such as color TV, DVD player, a kitchen and a fully stocked bar and refrigerator. Wireless Internet access (surcharge), 24 hour room service and other needs are met quickly by the call.Other goodies to eat or nibble at various restaurants / bars / lounges, such as ethnic cooking with anise, freshly baked pastries at the Bistro de la Madeleine and seafood Arabic Al Sultan Brahim Beirut. You may have your shot either Vista or the Eclipse bar lounge where a portion of the creek impressive to view.




Organize meetings and events are arranged in a hand tapping on the centers of activity or spacious meeting rooms that are well equipped with audio / video equipment.Recreational facilities can be experienced in their Spa InterContinental with the signing of the Arab spa packages, private treatment suites, VIP suites, a boutique and a swimming pool.Airport shuttle service is available on request at an additional cost. The hotel is located 3.6 km from Dubai Airport, 20.3 km from Sharjah airport and 73.2 km from Abu Dhabi.

Human Rights

Human Rights







Section 25 of the Constitution of the UAE provides equal treatment of individuals with regard to race, nationality, religious belief or social status. But many Dubai 250,000 foreign workers live in conditions described by Human Rights Watch as "subhuman." NPR reports that workers "typically live eight to a room, sending home a portion of their salary to their families as they see t in years." On March 21, 2006, workers upset about the construction site of Burj Dubai, bus schedules and working conditions, rioted: damaging cars, offices, computers and construction tools.



Labour alleged injustices in Dubai have attracted the attention of various human rights groups have tried to persuade the government to be signed for two of eight ILO core conventions, allowing the formation of unions. The Dubai government has denied any injustices at work and said the accusations were misplaced monitoring.

Governance And Politics

Governance And Politics






Dubai Government operates under a constitutional monarchy and was led by the Al Maktoum family since the 1833rd The current ruler, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, also vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and a member of the Supreme Council of European Union (SCU). Dubai appoints eight periods of two terms on the Federal National Council (FNC) in the UAE, the supreme legislative body of Parliament.





Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah are the only hotels that do not correspond to the federal judiciary in the courts of the United Arab Emirate Emirates.The consists of the Court of First Instance, Court of Appeal, and Cassation. The Court of First Instance is composed of civil courts that deal with all civil actions, the International Criminal Court, which deals with claims of complaints against the police and sharia courts, which is responsible for matters between Muslims. Non-Muslims do not appear before the sharia court. Cassation is the highest court in the emirate and hears disputes on matters of law.

Food

Food







Arab cuisine is very popular and is available everywhere in the city, the small shawarma diners in Deira and Al Karama is Dubai's restaurants and hotels. Fast food, South Asian and Chinese cuisine are very popular and are widely available. Sale and consumption of pork, but not illegal, is regulated and sold only to non-Muslims, in designated areas and airports.Similarly supermarkets, sales of alcoholic beverages is regulated. Liquor is allowed to buy alcohol, but alcohol is available in bars and restaurants and boutiques hotels.Shisha qahwa are also popular in Dubai. Dubai is known for its nightlife. Clubs and bars are in hotels, mainly because of liquor laws. The New York Times described in Dubai, "a city where you might run into Michael Jordan's Buddha Bar, or if Naomi Campbell celebrated the birthday of multiday bash".

Etymology

Etymology






In the 1820s, known as Chong Rasean Al Wasl by British historians. Some documents relating to the cultural history of the UAE or its constituent emirates exist and the oral traditions of the region, the folklore and myths are not written. The linguistic origin of the word Dubai are disputed, some believe it derives from the Persian language, while some believe that Arabic is the linguistic root. According Handhala Fedele, a researcher of the history and culture of the UAE, Dubai word may come from the word Daba (a derivative of Yadub, which means to creep), referring to the slow flow of Dubai Creek inland. The poet and scholar Ahmad Mohammad Obaid tells the same word, but the alternative meanings of locusts

Entertainment

Entertainment


UAE is a part of the tradition khaliji, and is also known for Bedouin folk festivals music.During music song and dance are also held and a lot of traditional songs and dances have survived until today. Yowalah is the traditional dance in the UAE. The girls danced, swinging their long black hair and her body swaying in time for the highlight of the music. Men would re-enact battles, or successful hunting expeditions, often symbolically using sticks, swords or pistols.


Indian and Hollywood movies are popular in Dubai. Since 2004, the city hosted the Annual Meeting of the International Film Festival in Dubai, which exhibits an Arab film making talents [141]. Musicians Amr Diab, Diana Haddad, Tarkan, Aerosmith, Santana, Mark Knopfler, Elton John, Pink, Shakira, Celine Dion, Coldplay, Keane, Phil Collins, Kavita Krishnamurthy and AR Rahman has done in the Minogue would have been paid $ city.Kylie 3.5 million to perform at the opening of the Atlantis Resort, November 20 2008.The Dubai Desert Rock Festival is also another great party that is heavy metal and rock.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Ambulance 998 or 999
Fire 997
Police 999
Coastguard 04 3450520
East Coast Coastguard 09 2380380

Education




The school system in Dubai does not differ from that of the UAE. In 2009, there are 79 public schools run by the Ministry of Education that serve Emiratis and expatriate Arabs and 145 schools.The private means of teaching in public schools is Arabic with emphasis on English as a second language, while most private schools use English as medium of instruction. Most private schools meet one or more expatriate communities.


New Indian Model School, Dubai (NIMS), Delhi private school, our own English School Dubai Modern High School, and the Indian High School Dubai offer either a CBSE or an Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Indian syllabus. Similarly, there are also several reputable Pakistani schools offering programs from the FBI for children of expatriates.

Dusit thani dubai

Dusit thani dubai


Unique, Dusit Thani Dubai combines the individuality of luxury Arabic and Thai hospitality in a way that cultural mix will surely make your vacation unforgettable. Located in the heart of the commercial district of Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai International Convention Centre, Dubai International Financial Centre, Burj Dubai and Dubai Mall. Dubai International Airport is 6 km and major shopping centers are just about any minute drive.Depending on your idea of ​​luxury there are different types of rooms available, including Dusit Club Room and Dusit Grand Room to offer more personalized services, so spend a relaxing holiday. Some room amenities include access to the first room of the Club executive rooms and suites, access to high-speed Internet, telephone, safe, satellite TV, two chief superintendents and 24 hours room service.






Cuisine can be enjoyed on the best restaurants of the hotel. Authentic Thai cuisine can be enjoyed for Benjarong, California breakfast at the restaurant, fine wines, champagne, refreshments and snacks at the Dusit Delicatessen, Italian taste and jazz at PAX, piano music live on Mybar more intense experience in the Splash pool bar with elegant dining room and fresh fruit juice and snacks after a dip in the pool.Only a few conference rooms, meeting room and Al Wasl Ballroom group formed to invite business people to socialize and to organize their events and important meetings. The hotel promises to setup the latest technology with the events.The rooftop pool, gym and beauty salon idyllic caress your body and gather with friends and chit chat.The hotel offers a multitude of services such as airport transfer, currency exchange, visa assistance, airport shuttle, car rental, Non-smoking rooms and room service 24 hours.



Dubai International Airport



Dubai International Airport (IATA: DXB), a hub for Emirates Airline, serves the city of Dubai and other Emirates in the country. The airport was 15 the world's busiest airport handling 40.9 million passengers passengers in 2009. The airport was also the sixth busiest airport in the world for international passenger traffic.




Besides being an important passenger traffic, the airport is the busiest cargo airport seventh world, handling 1,927,000 tons of cargo in 2009, an increase of 5.6% compared to 2008 and was also the fourth largest airport busiest international cargo traffic in the world. Emirates Airline is the national airline of Dubai. In 2009, he has worked internationally to serve 101 destinations in 61 countries on six continents.

Demography

Demography






According to the census conducted by Statistics Center of Dubai, the emirate's population of 1,771,000 as of 2009, which included 1,370,000 males and 401,000 females.The area covers 497.1 square miles (1,287.4 km ²). Population density is 408.18/km - more than eight times the entire country. Dubai is the second most expensive city in the region, and 20 most expensive city in the world.


Dubai also has large Hindu, Christian, Baha'i, Sikh, Buddhist and other religious communities living in city.Non-Muslim groups can own their own houses of worship where they can practice their religion freely, by requesting a land grant and permission to build a compound. Groups that do not have their own buildings must use the facilities of other religious organizations or worship in private homes.Non-Muslim religious groups are permitted to openly advertise group functions, but it is proselytizing or distributing religious literature is strictly prohibited under penalty of prosecution, imprisonment and deportation for participating in behavior offensive to Islam.