Dubai is a world-renowned destination that offers a wealth of experiences and adventures for families. From the luxurious and opulent to the cultural and historical, there is something for every family to enjoy. However, with so many areas and districts to choose from, it can be challenging to decide where to stay in Dubai with your family. In this article, we will guide you through the best areas to stay in Dubai with family, exploring the unique features and attractions…
Category: Dubai Districts
Discover the heart of Dubai and explore its vibrant neighborhoods and districts, each with its own unique charm and character. Our insider’s guide to Dubai’s main areas will help you navigate the city’s bustling streets and bustling markets, sample local cuisine, and find hidden gems and must-see sights. From the historic Bastakia quarter to the futuristic Marina district, there’s something for every traveler in Dubai.
Dubai Deira
Deira had once been the only towns to be found in the area where the huge, modern Dubai is situated today. This Medina or old-city Deira offers various attractions to its visitors, especially for those who are longing for the cultural-historical exploration of Dubai. Deira is situated on the coastal side of Dubai, just next to the other famous Medina district of Dubai, the Bur Dubai district. The natural border that separates the districts is the Dubai creek. There has…
Sheikh Zayed Road
Discover the heart of modern Dubai along Sheikh Zayed Road, a bustling and vibrant thoroughfare lined with towering skyscrapers and world-class attractions. Explore the city’s top shopping destinations, dining establishments, and entertainment venues, and enjoy stunning views of the city from the iconic Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Whether you’re commuting, exploring, or simply taking in the sights, Sheikh Zayed Road is the ultimate destination for anyone looking to experience the best of Dubai. If we can…
Al Barsha
Barsha or Al Barsha, as it is commonly known, is a collection of sub-communities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is one of the newer residential areas and is situated in west Dubai. The various sub-communities of Barsha are: Al Barsha First, Al Barsha Second, Al Barsha Third, Al Barsha South One, Al Barsha South Two, Al Barsha South Three. As Barsha is a new developed community, it is quite thinly populated as compared to other area in Dubai. Barsha…
Al Bastakiya
If you are in Dubai and want to know more about the Middle Eastern Arabic culture and the history of the United Arab Emirates, then search the highly popular Bastakiya district, called Al Bastakiya in Dubai. Al Bastakiya district situates inside the Medina or old city-centre of Dubai, called Bur Dubai. Al Bastakiya has today the most important role when it comes to any cultural expedition or exploration within Dubai. Many already know that Al Bastakiya is Aladdin’s cake of…
Discovering Dubai Marina: A Guide to the City’s Iconic Waterfront
If you have heard of some of the modern attractions of Dubai, and their main location, the Jumeirah Beach, then you might have also heard the mentioning of this brand-new huge living-area called the Dubai Marina, it is one of the latest huge investments, which has been still under construction, but many of its parts are already operational. Dubai Marina for the first sight gives us the impression as if we are on another planet. It has currently the highest…
Garhoud
When it comes to the best international yet relaxed places to stay in Dubai, then the Al Garhoud or simply Garhoud district would be on the podium among the first three medallists. Garhoud is by far one of the best places to spend shorter or longer time, and see an Irish Village inside the Emirates. The Garhoud or Al Garhoud as it is normally known is a commercial as well as a residential locality of Dubai. It is located close…
Jumeirah
Jumeirah is a residential area, situated along the coast of Dubai. The area consists of expensive and modest housing with a number of modern architectural styles. Some of the expensive houses are located on large detached properties. This area is extremely popular with expatriates, who are working in Dubai, as well as with local residents. Did you know that the Arabs who lived in Jumeirah in the olden days were fishermen and pearls divers? Later on, this area saw huge…
Oud Metha
Discover the vibrant community of Dubai’s Oud Metha district. Explore a range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Enjoy exceptional customer service and expert advice. Indulge in a little local flavor and elevate your visit to one of Dubai’s premier destinations. Embrace the charm of Dubai’s Oud Metha district. Oud Metha is located centrally in Dubai, enjoying one of the most strategic positions of the city, making it a hotspot among the travelers. It lies just in between the western…
Emirates Hills
After you have visited all the shiny wonders, theme parks and Medina or old city of Dubai, and you have still more time to enjoy in Dubai, then it is worth looking around the residential areas of Dubai as well. Emirates Hills, one new area, offers some great sights within, for all who would like to look around there. A little bit of a California feeling within the Middle East. Emirates Hills is an ongoing project managed and developed by…
Al Satwa
Satwa or Al Satwa is a district located in the very centre of Dubai. There are several attractions to see both in and nearby the Satwa district, so it offers a nice area for an excursion. Satwa district is famous for its many ethnic groups living there, mainly Iranians, Indians, Pakistanis and other South-East Asian communities including a local tribe as well, called “Bloushi”. In its outlook, the Al Satwa district still contains many old-style buildings and street, which makes…
Mirdif
Mirdif or Mirdiff is one of the recent new living-districts, added to the community of Dubai. Mirdif, as is usual with every new investment regarding residence areas, is targeting the international demand of real estates in the area of Dubai. It is really a nice sight, worth visiting. Mirdif is situated relatively far from the very centre of Dubai, but has been specifically placed to a once empty outskirt of the metropolis. Until now, this is a more silent, more…
Dubai Business Bay
When it comes to business within the Middle Eastern area, the first city that comes to our mind is almost surely Dubai. Being a business hub for long, now Dubai has the vision to grow even bigger, both in size and in business importance. Business Bay is to realise these plans, a city-in-the city, one we would never see elsewhere in the world. Business Bay is indeed a very promising project, already executed in Dubai. We could get used to…
The Lagoons
If we know a bit about Dubai, we might as well know that the metropolis has long been a partner in the making of many projects concerning the creation of anything new, or unusual. The Lagoons is a fine example of that, being one of the most looked-at soon-to-be-made projects currently held on the waiting list. The Lagoons, as we expect from Dubai, if once made, will be huge and beautiful and also futuristic and ultra-modern as well. Currently one…
Downtown Dubai
If you are in Dubai, then the place where you will spend most of your time will be the Downtown of Dubai. Moreover, within the Downtown, you will find the huge Downtown Dubai complex. With so many attractions and the beauty of all the modern shining palaces and skyscrapers, the Downtown area of Dubai will leave you without words. Long time ago, the two Medinas on both sides of the Dubai Creek, Bur Dubai and the Deira old-towns used to…
Jebel Ali
“Step into the heart of innovation and sophistication in Jebel Ali, Dubai. This bustling district offers a unique blend of modern facilities, thriving businesses, and world-class leisure destinations. With stunning marinas, luxurious resorts, and top-notch dining options, Jebel Ali has something for everyone. Whether you’re here for work or tourism, you’ll be surrounded by cutting-edge technology, top-notch infrastructure, and unparalleled beauty. Jebel Ali is a relatively new district of Dubai but its importance is continuously growing, specifically in the industrial…
Al Rigga
Dubai is a huge city, which aims to get even bigger in the future. Thanks to the huge immigration of all sorts of workforce into the emirate, Dubai needs to build new living and working buildings continuously and do renovation works within the city in order to build even bigger buildings to host even more expats who want to live in Dubai. Al Rigga district is a semi-new district of Dubai, which belongs to the Deira region of Dubai, which…