9 Things To Do If You Are On Dubai Holiday

If you’re planning a trip to Dubai, here is a list of fun places to check out while holidaying.

Foggy morning in Dubai downtown.

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United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become one of the most famous tourist destinations in the past years. Tourists from across the world flock towards this beautiful location to spend their vacations. While the entirety of UAE is a sight to behold, tourists prefer to go to the hotspot- Dubai. The ‘City of Gold’ is the perfect place to let loose and have fun.

If you’re planning a trip to Dubai, here is a list of fun places to check out while holidaying.

• Take A Hot Air Balloon ride: Balloons Adventure, Dubai hosts a spectacular Hot Air Balloon ride in the city. With the sunrise over the Dubai desert and the backdrop of Hajar mountains, it truly will be an amazing sight. In addition to this, you will get the perfect shot for your Instagram.
• Visit ‘Museum Of The Future': MOTF is a popular attraction in Dubai. Recognized by National Geographic among the 14 most beautiful museums in the world, MOTF is equipped with innovative technology and has an interactive set-up for visitors to enjoy. There are no age restrictions on entry. As the official site states, one will get to ‘Experience the future of space travel and living, climate change and ecology, health, wellness and spirituality’.
• Know Sea Life At ‘The Lost Chamber Aquarium’: Wish to get closer to our sea life? Visit the ‘Lost Chamber Aquarium’, wherein you will get access to more than 20 marine exhibits. The aquatic life will be featured in all its glory. It’s definitely a treat for the entire family.
• Experience Ain Dubai: Ain Dubai, which means Dubai Eye in Arabic, stands tall at around 250 m and is situated at the Bluewaters Islands. If you want a classic 360-degree view of the city, then hop onto this stunning Ferris wheel. Not only will you witness the beauty of Dubai and you will also be able to locate Burj Al Arab, the Palm Jumeirah and the Burj Khalifa. The best time to get on the Ferris wheel is at sunset.
• Enjoy the Motiongate theme park: Motiongate Dubai is a Hollywood-themed theme park set in Dubai Parks and Resorts, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that features thematic zones and entertainment based on DreamWorks Animation, Columbia Pictures, Lionsgate, and The Smurfs. It opened on December 16, 2016.
• Take a Red Dunes Desert Safari: Feeling adventurous? Then this is the perfect adventure for you! Enjoy the thrilling ride at the UAE desert. You can also opt for other activities like camel riding or sandboarding.
• Visit the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library: This is for all the book-lovers out there. The magnificent library is spread over 54,000 sq m and can host 1,000 guests at a time. It is situated on Dubai Creek and does not require any entry fee. It is believed that one can explore around 1.1 million printed and digital books in Arabic and foreign languages.
• Experience the VR Park at Dubai Mall: The largest mall in Dubai, known as the Dubai Mall, has one of the most amazing virtual reality arcades. VR Park provides you with a unique virtual reality experience which will keep you engaged till the end.
• Feel the rush as you skydive: Skydiving is a must when visiting Dubai. The adrenaline rush that one will experience would be amazing, and the adventure would become one of the most unforgettable ones.