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Dubai – Newly Modernized Shopping and Entertainment City

Posted by in Regional: Countries: UAE  ~  May 02, 2012 01:30:23 AM

Dubai has made an astonishing progress on improving and modernizing its structures. Only very few remnants and history of the old Dubai are still visible. Bastakia is one of the places that survived the modernization. It has been renovated and made into conservation area. Old buildings made of coral and wind towers dominate the place. Dubai Museum which is located on the same areas as Bastakia is another place worthy to visit. Traditional craftsmen working on their trades, old souks from the 1950’s and an Islamic school let visitors experience for real Arabian night in the desert.

Modern Dubai Entertainment City

When visiting Dubai, visitors need not go out of their hotels to do shopping, have a sumptuous food and enjoy the bustling activity of the place. Most commercial places offer all the services in one place, shops, residential facilities and entertainment areas. Shopping has never been as inviting as when in Dubai. Most visitors to Dubai share their unforgettable shopping experiences. Famous brands of dresses, gadgets and accessories dominate the shops of every shopping center. With great shops and excellent offers, visitors will surely find something to buy on any of the shops. When in the city, a renting a car or hiring a taxi is the best transport option visitors can have.

Al Bustan Center and Residence is a combination of shopping and residential facilities. It houses Fantasy Kingdom – the largest indoor amusement center for children. Horror Cave, the next major attraction of the place, offers its visitors a suspense-filled ride. True to its reputation as a place for everyone, movie fanatics can watch an assortment of movies at Al Massa Cinema. Its accessibility to Dubai International Airport and Dubai City makes it an excellent place to stay. Visitors will surely enjoy staying in one of its 640 suites, swimming on its pool and an invigorating moment at its sauna or steam room.

Al Futtaim Center houses a very large collection of toys from known brands worldwide including Toys R Us – the largest chain of toy stores in the world. Great choices and competitive prices, a visitor will go home with shopping bags on both hands.

Marks and Spencer, clothes and accessories retail outlet, is just next to Al Futtaim Center. Kids at Play will let visitors enjoy their shopping spree without worrying about kids. Al Ghurair Center, the first modern shopping mall in Dubai City, is also a mixture of residential and commercial space. Its unique concept of streetscapes makes one of the best places to visit in Dubai.

Dubai

Situated on the Dubai-Sharjah Road, Almullah Plaza is another major complex that caters to all people. It is a modern shopping center with a variety of outlets and state-of-the-art facilities. Oasis Center houses chain of shops including The Baby Shop, Shoe Mart, Splash, Home Centre and Lifestyle. Another attraction of this place is Fun City where children and family can enjoy fun moments together.

Hamarain Centre is the destination for those who seek quality. It is just a short ride from the Dubai International Airport, located in the heart of business district Deira, Dubai. Its nearness to the airport makes it another favorite place to go especially by the guests of J. W. Marriot Hotel, a five-star luxury hotel. The Hamarain Centre offers three levels of quality shopping, a vast food & a snacks court and five floors of prestigious office space.

Deira City Centre with its 240 outlets offers a wide range of activities to its visitors. It is divided into sections namely Fashion Court, Home Court, Jewellery Court, A World of Good Food, Fun for all Ages, The Winter Gardens and The Palm Court. It is considered to be the largest shopping center in Dubai.

Nightlife in Dubai is buzzing of activities as in the day. The Souk Madinat houses 45 bars and restaurants in one place. Experience the nightlife of Dubai. For a relaxing evening, visit The Agency, a waterside wine bar, Jam Base – a jazz club, The Irish Village – a watering hole with its own duck pond, Rock Bottom Café, a cattle market and The Lodge.