Dubai Honeymoon

Tradition and ambition in Dubai combine to provide a unique travel experience for adventurous honeymoon couples.

Once a haven for pearl divers, fishermen and traders of spices, gold and slaves, Dubai today offers ultra-modern shopping malls, classic sporting events, luxury hotels and impressive man-made islands.

Things to do and see
Dubai is divided into two parts - Deira on the northern side and Bur Dubai to the south of Dubai Creek. Beneath the shimmering office towers of Deira lie atmospheric alleyways and ancient souqs where you can browse for spices, antiques, handicrafts and jewels.

For a fascinating glimpse into Dubai’s past visit Al Fahidi Fort and Sheikh Saeed’s Al-Maktoum’s Palace or the archaeological sites at Al Ghusais or Jumeirah to find artifacts dating from the 7th to 15th century.

Climb atop a camel and trek into the sand dunes, discover the ancient fortressed village of Hatta or swim from Dubai’s white sandy beaches. Afterwards relax with a cold beer on the terrace of your luxury resort.

Shopping
Head to the local souqs for traditional leather goods, gold, brass, jewellery and silverware.

For haute-couture clothing, jewellery, electronics and sporting equipment, explore Dubai’s famous duty-free shopping at the Mall of the Emirates on Sheikh Zayed Road – the largest shopping mall outside North America - or Souq Madinat Jumeirah, designed to resemble a traditional souq but with the comfort of air-conditioning.

For original paintings, Islamic calligraphy and sculpture by Dubai-based artists, as well as locally produced pottery, ceramics, glassware and handicrafts, head to the city’s oldest commercial mall. Read more about shopping in Dubai.

Accommodation
Dubai boasts some of the world’s most prestigious and lavish hotels, including:

The Burj al Arab – Designed to resemble a billowing sail, the Burj al Arab soars to a height of 321m, dominating the Dubai coastline. Acknowledged as the Best Hotel in the World by Institutional Investor Magazine in its 2007 World Travel Awards, the all-suite hotel offers guests a chauffeur driven Rolls Royce, private reception desk on every floor and a butler to provide 24-hr service.

Al Qasr at Madinat Jumeirah – Elevated and surrounded by water, Al Qasr is an authentic recreation of ‘old Arabia’ and forms an island overlooking windtowers, pools, meandering waterways and a superb two kilometer-wide private beach.

Raffles Dubai – A prominent Dubai landmark, built in the form of a stunning pyramidal structure, radiates an opulent blend of Middle Eastern and Asian decor. The hotel offers 11 restaurants and bars featuring cuisine from around the world; state-of-the-art audio visual equipment; and the Raffles Amrita Spa for rejuvenation and indulgence.

Jumeirah Emirates Towers – A sleek 305m tall architectural masterpiece of steel and glass, located in the centre of Dubai’s commercial district with an entire floor dedicated for lady travellers and a range of cosmetic luxuries in each room. One tower houses offices, the other a business hotel joined by a shopping podium.

Best time to visit Dubai?
Winter, between November and April is the coolest season in Dubai and the best time to visit. Expect an average temperature of 21°C and a high of 32°C.

Summers are very hot in Dubai, often reaching 48°C, so it can get uncomfortable. For more climate info: Dubai Weather Guide