GLOBAL VILLAGE

When Global Village started in 1996 it was situated beside the Dubai Creek, and incorporated small independant kiosks, selling products from various countries around the World. Over 1/2million people visited the Global Village as it was then. Today the Global Village stands alone on the edge of Dubailand and is a visitor attraction in itself. Visitor figures have increased annually and the number of countries participating has also grown. In 2008 over 4.5 million people passed through the gates of Global Village and there were 39 different countries displaying their unique handicrafts and products.

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DUBAI MUSEUM

The Dubai museum is situated in Bur Dubai. Here you can witness how Dubai used to look less than 50 years ago. The museum is incorporated in Al Sahidi Fort. The Fort was built in the late 18th century and was in the past a seat for the government and the rulers main residence. The restored fort now provides a fascinating insight into olden days in Dubai.

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HERITAGE & DIVING VILLAGES

The heritage village incorporates a small museum showing ancient artefacts from as far back as 550bc. The diving village displays historical features relating to the industry within Dubai when locals dived for pearls in the Gulf.

DUBAI SPICE SOUK

The spice souk is situated on the north side of Dubai creek and is very close to the gold souk. You will be overwhelmed by the selection of spices such as ginger and frankinsence. They are all displayed in huge sacks and the fragrance fills the air from morning till night.

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THE DUBAI CREEK & ABRA RIDES

The best way to see the many impressive buildings along the Creek is from the waterway itself. Climb aboard a local Abra which is a small barge powered by a diesel engine that can hold up to 20 people and crosses from either side of the creek. From the Abra, you will be amazed at the sights on either side of the creek. It is particularly enjoyable late in the evening and even more so when the shopping festival is in full swing as a firework display is launched from the middle of the creek at 8pm every evening (please see our global village update).

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HATTA

This area is 45 mins drive from Dubai. It overlooks the nearby mountains and Hatta Fort Hotel is currently Dubai’s only mountain resort complex. The Hatta heritage village is very popular with tourists. It includes 2 watch towers, 20 houses constructed of stone, mud and palm tree trunks along with a mosque and the nearby Hatta pools are filled with sensational clean cool water which is like swimming in a crystal clear bath.

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DUBAI ZOO

Located in Jumeirah, the Dubai Zoo is a popular attraction, especially for families. Featured in its large aviary are regional birds of prey. Nine species of large cats and seven species of primates are on show, along with many Arabian mammals. The zoo is shortly to undergo relocation and redevelopment allowing animals to live in areas designed to be as similar to their natural environment as possible.

WONDERLAND

This is a wonderful recreation spot situated near Garhoud Bridge WonderLand- Dubai's one and only theme park with a unique Caribbean setting. Step into WonderLand and you step into a world of fun and fantasy - with rides and slides, eats and treats, games and spectacular shows for the entire family. Splashland has unique water rides to keep you cool and laughing. This theme park is divided in to 3 definite areas: Main Street, Theme park and Fujifilm Splashland. The Main Street offers such unique attractions as the Water Mist show, the Theme Park includes a challenging roller coaster and cart race, while Splashland is a realm of wonderful aqueous activities.

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DREAMLAND AQUA PARK

This park is approx 35minutes outside Dubai in an area called Umm Al Quwain, it has over 25 thrilling water rides and is set in 250,000 square metres of lush green grounds. For the thrill seekers there are rides such as the black hole, kamikaze and the amazing 4 twisting dragons. There are a variety of restaurants and cafes and there is also a licensed pool bar. For those of you who do not want to go home there is also a special overnight camping facility and the park will provide a tent or a local cabana hut.

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SKI DUBAI

Whilst in Dubai if the temperature outside is to hot for you and you fancy doing something you only thought possible in a snow resort visit Ski Dubai based in the Emirates Shopping Mall; here you will find a truly jaw dropping sight. People stand at the glass windows and watch for hours as skiers fly by, and children build snowmen, even if you do not want to go skiing this is a must see attraction. This is no ordinary ski slope , it has fully operational ski lifts along with 5 different runs, the longest being over 400m. The highest point for experienced skiers is more than 60m! This is the worlds first indoor black run.

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WILD WADI WATERPARK

This water park is a themed water park based around the friends of Sinbad. It covers an area of 12acres and has 23 aquatic rides to suit all ages. In the park you will be able to float leisurely around a seductive waterway or be blasted around a high powered thrill seeking water jet ride and for the real thrill seekers Wild Wadi has the tallest and fastest free fall waterslide outside of America. Situated between Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai, it's just a 20-minute drive from the city centre. Get there and go wild!

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