Travel time
1 hour 15 minutes
Hot hotel deals
Time Out exclusive!
The Westin Dubai: Time Out readers can stay at this palatial five-star hotel at an exclusive rate of Dhs850++ per night (usual rate Dhs1,100++) in a deluxe sea-view room including breakfast for two between now and September 8, 2010. Simply quote ‘Time Out’ when booking.
04 399 4141; www.starwoodhotels.com
Hilton Dubai Creek: One for gastronomes: pay from just Dhs1,075 per couple and enjoy dinner at the newly refurbished Verre, stay in a room with panoramic views of Dubai Creek and indulge in a delicious breakfast. A fantastic deal considering a meal at Verre alone would usually cost around Dhs1,000.
04 227 1111; www1.hilton.com
Jebel Ali Resort & Spa: Situated on a long stretch of palm-lined sand, with a dive centre and horse riding, at Jebel Ali Resort and Spa you are away from the noise of the city, but close enough for easy access. Special summer rates at the Jebel Ali Hotel are Dhs475++ per night, or Dhs665 at the Palm Tree Court and Spa for a junior suite. Both rates include buffet breakfast and garden views.
04 814 5555; www.jebelali-international.com
The Address Hotels: Stay at any one of the amazing Address properties (The Address Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Montgomerie Dubai and The Palace The Old Town) and you will receive free fast-track passes to a choice of Dubai Aquarium, Sega Republic, Kidzania, Dubai Ice Rink and At The Top. The longer you stay the more you receive
www.theaddress.com
Five must dos
1 Head up the Burj Khalifa: It’s the tallest building in the world – you have to! Book your ticket in advance here:
800 2884 3867; www.burjkhalifa.ae
2 Swim with the fishes: Visit Atlantis, The Palm and spend the day at Aquaventure waterpark, then head to Lost Chambers to see thousands of marine species.
www.atlantisthepalm.com
3 Have afternoon tea at the Burj al Arab: This is the cheapest (yet still mega pricey) way to take a look inside the iconic sail-shaped hotel. Dhs395 per person
04 301 7600; www.jumeirah.com
4 Take a dhow: Pay Dhs1 for a trip across Dubai Creek or book a meal at Souk Madinat Jumeirah and chug your way to your reservation.
www.jumeirah.com
5 Club and pub at…: Beach bar, Barasti – winner of Time Out Dubai’s Bar of the Year and Chi, Club of the Year thanks to its varied music and awesome garden arena.
Barasti. Le Méridien Mina Seyahi (04 399 3333); Chi (04 337 9470)
