The United Arab Emirates is composed of seven emirates, and Dubai is one of them. This second largest emirate used to be a small settlement that developed into a fishing village in the 1800s.
Practically nobody took notice of Dubai back then. For years, Dubai was practically unheard of. All that changed, however, in the 1960s after the discovery of oil reserves in Dubai’s dry soil. Gradually, Dubai grew and developed, and established itself as an epicenter for commerce and industry. The real property business flourished following huge demands for Dubai properties. Eventually, Dubai became known for several of its world-class and world famous hotels, alcohol laws, and of course the great Dubai Shopping Festival, during which time you can literally shop till you drop for ultra bargain items free of tax. This is one great thing about Dubai — you can buy more for your money.
On the other hand, if you want to go bar-hopping instead, here are some recommended spots to go to while in Dubai. There’s Vu’s Bar for one. Vu’s Bar is strategically located at the 51st floor of the Ejumeirah Emirates. Vu’s Bar is appropriately named because of its location where you can find the best views of Dubai. Vu’s Bar is not just for the upper society class, though, although a lot of people may think that way. In fact, anybody, regardless of social class or status who feels like dressing up can enjoy the offerings of Vu’s Bar.
Boudoir is another bar worth going to. Boudoir is decorated with oil paintings and velvet plush, and is very French. There’s also elegant 360 Degrees Bar you can hang out in. The name speaks for itself for here you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the city outside. 360 Degrees Bar is at the very center of the Gulf, specifically at the heart of Jumeirah Hotel. This is a perfect place to chill out, listen to soft music, lounge in the comfortable sofa or watch in awe as the sun sets.
Other night spots of note in Dubai are the Tex/Mex restaurant, Alamo at the Dubai Marine Beach Resort, and the Agency Wine Bar at the Emirates Towers Hotel.
Before you go clubbing or bar hopping in Dubai, though, you need to understand certain club rules and policies. One, all clubs close at three o’clock in the morning. Second, alcohol is prohibited to the under 21 group. If you are not yet 21 years old, you can save yourself a lot of trouble and embarrassment by not going at all. Third, you have to be at least 25 years old to be able to enter a nightclub. Finally, all clubs, including those exclusive for members clubs, are not supposed to refuse anybody from entering the club. Assuming that you are not a member of any club but wish to go to that club, you can insist on it, although you will have to pay a lot to be able to enter that certain club.
