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September 28, 2016 Round the world, Travel

6 Fun things to do in Dubai

The UAE was just a desert not long ago. Or so was it perceived as one. It did not attract business or tourists. Things are not the same anymore. It is now one of the most developed, modern and sophisticated countries of the world with Dubai being its main tourist hub. The thing about Dubai is that it never usually is part of bucket lists but is a favorite among travelers nevertheless. This is mostly because the city is very tourist friendly and offers plenty of fun activities to do. Let’s take a look at some of these activities.

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Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa needs little introduction. It has been featured in numerous movies, articles, TV shows and programs. Standing so majestically in Downtown Dubai, the building has many records to its credit. It is not only the tallest man-made structure in the world but also boasts the world’s highest nightclub, the highest observation deck, highest restaurant, highest swimming pool and highest elevator. Viewing Dubai from the observation deck and having dinner so high up is a phenomenal experience.

2. Palm Islands

Dubai Palm islands from the air- Fun things to do in Dubai — Dubai palm islands from the air

Together the three gorgeous islands Palm Jumeirah, Deira Island and Palm Jebel Ali are called the Palm Islands. The Palm Jumeirah is the most popular spot for honeymooners. As the name suggests, the island is in the shape of a palm leaf. The scenic island is a great place to enjoy nature and simply relax.

3. The Dubai Mall

You travel to Dubai and leave out visiting the Dubai Mall? Impossible. The Mall has the honor of being the world’s largest mall in terms of area and the most visited mall in the world. Housed within are over thousand retail shops, cafes, an ice rink, cinema and an aquarium. An entire day can be dedicated to exploring the Dubai Mall.

4. The Wild Wadi Water Park

Fun things to do in Dubai- Wild Wadi water park

This is where one can unleash their inner child and enjoy to the fullest. From surfing, swimming, water rides to waterfalls, the park offers endless fun. Within the park are some really good restaurants to ensure you keep your energy level up to the mark.

5. Jumeirah Beach

Jumeirah Beach, Dubai- Fun things to do in Dubai — Jumeirah Beach

Dubai is home to some beautiful white sandy beaches. Among all the beaches, the Jumeirah beach remains to be the most popular one. Near to the beach are some great hotels and shopping centers. Not only can you relax at the beach but also enjoy the fancy hotels nearby. Windsurfing, boat rides, water skiing and sailing are some of the most common and fun activities to do here.

6. Zabeel Park

Who does not enjoy a nice stroll in a park with lush and natural surroundings? The Zabeel Park gives you just that. It is easily accessible through the metro. You can have all sorts of fun here including skateboarding, ice skating, enjoying live music, picnicking, boating and golfing. Visitors love the fact that there is a Wi-Fi facility all over the park. Everyone loves the Zabeel Park!

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September 23, 2016 Round the world, Travel

Three Thrilling Theme Parks Opening Soon!

Theme parks are a mecca for adrenaline junkies looking to get their blood pumping and thrill seekers looking for their next big thrill.

Some of the most popular theme parks that are already open include Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida and Alton Towers Resort in England. However, every theme park is different, from the food they provide to the rides they offer, meaning you will never have the same experience twice.

There are a number of theme parks opening around the world very soon, only adding to the already vast collection around the world, meaning thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies have a few more places to add to their already lengthy bucket lists:

3 #Thrilling #Themeparks

Dubai Parks and Resorts, UAE

Hotel Transylvania, Thrilling Theme parks

Opening in October this year, Dubai Parks and Resorts is made up of three theme parks, one water park, one entertainment park and a stunning hotel where visitors can rest their heads after a long day filled with fun.

Legoland Dubai, Thrilling theme parks — Image credit-legoland.com

The three theme parks include motion gate™ DUBAI, Bollywood PARKS™ DUBAI and LEGOLAND® DUBAI, and the one water park being LEGOLAND® WATER PARK, each of which takes on their own theme and have a number of roller coasters, water slides, and something for the smaller members of the family.

Located in Dubai, this theme park is the place for those looking for a fun day out filled with adventure with their family or their friends.

For those interested in visiting all of the parks, we know how pricey it can get. However, Dubai Parks and Resorts offers a great deal where you can purchase a theme park pass and visit each park as many times are you want!

Disney’s Star Wars Land, USA

Disney's Star Wars- Thrilling Theme Park

Opening as the Disneyland Resort in both Anaheim, California, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida, Star Wars Land – as you can tell by the name – is going to be home to all things Star Wars.

The new land will be made up of 14 acres and will immerse visitors into the Star Wars universe through a number of far-out attractions, amazing entertainment and scary thrill rides.

It has been said that the land will be crawling with inhabitants from out of this world, some that will include: humanoids, aliens, and droids, all of which will make the whole experience feel authentic.

Fantasy Island, Singapore

This has to be one of the coolest theme parks to open yet, simply because it will be the world’s largest eco-park!

The eco-park will be located 16-kilomertre from Singapore, and visitors will get there via a short boat ride, with Fantasy Island spreading out across 328-hectares of tropical island and will include an Avatar Habitat, Rainforest Paradise, Simba Adventure, Mangrove Safari Rides, Riau Jungle Explorer, Aqua Adventure and Deep Ocean Wonder – all amazing activities perfect for the whole family to enjoy together in the outdoors.

Plan your next holiday to an amazing theme park, and enjoy an action-packed holiday with your friends or family that you will remember for years to come.

*/Ibtisaam is a self-diagnosed wanderlust with a healthy obsession for travelling the globe. You can find her ticking off her bucket list of places to go when she is not on the lookout for the comfiest hotel suites from Dubai all the way to Buenos Aires. /*

September 13, 2016 Lifestyle

Some great tips and tricks for air travel?

Great travel tips and tricks for air travel

The following are a few great tips and tricks that I don’t want to fly without:

Airplane, Wing, Flying, Aircraft, Travel- Travel tips and tricks — Airplane, Wing, Flying, Aircraft, Travel

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My phone – which is more of a phablet, I guess, as it’s a Smartphone and while smaller than a tablet it’s bigger than your standard phone. It’s my communications hub, my flight info, my newspaper, my eReader, my music. I can take pictures, watch videos, play games, make notes, check my planner. I even make sure I’ve got copies of my eTickets, my passport, my driver’s license – in short, even if I lose everything else, as long as I have my phone, I’m good.
My Sony Premium Active Series Lightweight Water-resistant Extra Bass Noise-Cancelling Earbud Headphones With In-line Microphone and Remote for Apple/Android Smartphone (Orange). It was a major splurge, but I swear I don’t know how I got along without them. The first flight that I had them was the first time I could actually hear everything – my device and their back-of-the-seat console. They really are worth it, especially if you fly a lot.
My portable charger Mi POWER BANK 10400 mAh for SAMSUNG, NOKIA, LENOVO, HTC, APPLE, and other smartphones. I stumbled across this thing a year ago, and now, it’s another must-have. You can see that 1, 2, and 3 play together well.

A short haul Euro Traveller cabin- great travel tips and tricks — A short-haul Euro Traveller cabin

Nearly all of my flights are either long-haul or short-hops added on to long-hauls, and almost all of my flights are international. That means when I travel I am flying virtually an entire day, and at least half my flights are red-eyes.

For years I didn’t sleep on planes: too noisy, too uncomfortable, to everything disruptive. I can’t afford first-class (more’s the pity) but on the overnight, I splurge on “economy plus” (or whatever the airline calls their slightly roomier than plain cabin class).

I get a window seat (I can’t worry about people on the aisle – if I need to get up, I ask them) because I need something to lean against when I sleep. Aisle seats don’t work for me. (Someday maybe I’ll try one of those weird neck pillows that supposedly really support your head.)

I also have downloaded several versions of “nature sounds” Sounds of Nature: Provence Natural Soundscapes
– you know, ocean waves, falling rain, night-time forest sounds. As soon as it’s bedtime (remember, on these kinds of flights there’s at least one and sometimes two meals served) I turn off my overhead light, turn off the seatback screen, pop in the ear buds, and start nature sounds on a continuous loop.

Does the trick. I have far less jet-lag than I used to and I can actually feel human when I land instead of like a grungy lump in some kind of fugue state.

So my one real piece of advice is – experiment. Find what works for you. I don’t know why it took me as long as it did, but sometimes the magic works. 😉