Dubai Holidays

In Dubai, anything is possible, and with the opening of its £400m indoor Ski Dubai complex, you can feel real snow under your ski boots when it’s scorching hot outside. This oasis in the desert is located at the unmissable Mall of the Emirates. Ride the Snow Bullet, the world's first indoor sub-zero zip wire, get up close with arctic animals at the Penguin Encounter or just make some snow angels in between shopping.

Make your holiday in Dubai extra special with a moonlit cruise along the Dubai Creek. Sail through the 'city of lights' aboard an authentic wooden Dhow, and enjoy a cup of Arabian coffee and an Arabian buffet dinner. As you cruise along take in iconic landmarks including Sheikh Saeed House, the Old Town and Heritage Village. The onboard entertainment will dazzle you with live performers showcasing Arabian song and dance, and have fun with henna painting and karaoke. It promises to be a night to remember.

Holidays in Dubai are known for picking up unbelievably cheap gold, and the Gold Souk with more than 300 shops and stalls is the perfect place to start. The Souk is located in Dubai's commercial business district, Deira, and the stores also offer platinum, diamonds and silver. But remember, the secret at the Souk is to haggle. Bartering is part of the fun and tradition here, so be brave to get some bargain bling, savvy shoppers come home with gold at half the price tag!

Ramp up the excitement on Dubai holidays by taking a desert safari. Hop into a 4x4 SUV and embark on a daring drive over the dunes, soaking up the scenery as the sun sets. Try sand boarding or swap the car for a camel-ride! Once you reach your desert camp discover more of Dubai’s culture and get decorating with intricate henna hand designs and enjoy a belly dancing display as you devour local delicacies by campfire. If you like heights, book a hot air balloon trip and experience breathtaking views of the desert from high above.

Once you’ve soaked up the sun spend time exploring the shops and souks in the heart of Dubai’s luxury centre, Jumeirah. Whilst a holiday in Dubai offers fantastic retail therapy at magnificent malls, the more intimate markets make for a truly memorable experience. Souk Madinat Jumeirah is crammed with Arabic artisans, stalls and cafés. Visit the Global Village and browse 37 pavilions of handicrafts, pick up everything from pottery to pashminas! Don't miss the daily fireworks display and musical fountain show.

While Dubai has lots of 5-star dining and elegant gourmet restaurants, it's also teeming with authentic, affordable food. Stroll along Al Dhiyafah Road for great value, mouth-watering morsels that will give you a real taste of authentic Arabia on your Dubai holiday. You can't buy alcohol as it's against the law, but instead try some delicious Karak Chai (spiced Arabic tea) or Jellab, a famous local drink that is a mouthwatering blend of grape molasses and rose water.