If you are wondering about whether your visit to the United Arab Emirates would be fruitful in terms of the kind of tourist attractions that you want to visit and see, you would be in for a pleasant surprise when you are confronted with so many attractions.
Ranging from the shopping malls of Dubai to the food restaurants of Dubai to the minarets of Ras al Khaimah, there is something in it for everybody.The United Arab Emirates prides itself on the fact that it is the premier shopping and tourist attraction among all the Gulf States. Hence, the fact remains that you would not have a dull moment when you are visiting the UAE. For all its splendor and glitz, Dubai ranks as the shopper’s paradise as well as a tourists delight. The man made indoor ski resort would give you the experience of actual skiing in a snow based resort in the west.
The annual Dubai shopping festival is a must draw for all the inveterate shoppers who throng the malls and convention centers during this week long festival. Apart from this, Dubai also has the world’s tallest tower that has been recently inaugurated.
The food restaurants in Abu Dhabi would tickle anybody’s palate and can host cuisines from all over the world. The Turkish dancers and the ambience of the souks make for adventurous and romantic dining experience.
Finally, there are convenience stores everywhere where you can cash your travelers’ checks and ATMs where you can withdraw money to meet the expenses. All international debit and credit cards are accepted making your shopping experience worthwhile.
This country is a unification of seven self-governing sheik-ruled emirates: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm al-Qaiwain. UAE has always been a favorite tourist destination in the Middle East for both business and leisure travelers. In recent times tourism in UAE has got a boost due to development and proliferation of different modes of communication. For example the proliferation of airlines in recent times has made UAE tours easier and convenient. Due to traditional Arab hospitality, crime free environment and highly developed infrastructure UAE has become a favorite for businessman who wants to organize international conferences. Leisure travelers choose UAE as a favorite tourist destination because they are flooded with lots of options for recreational activities that can range from power boat races to sand skiing. Of late UAE has also become a much sought after venue for sports events. The Dubai Classic Golf tournament, polo and cricket competitions are regularly held in the country and it has also made UAE tourism flourish.
Some of the main tourist spots in UAE are mentioned below.
- One of The main attractions of the country is The Abu Dhabi Cultural Center. It has helped UAE tourism to grow for a long time. Considered as a landmark it holds workshop and cultural events through out the year.
- The Khor harbor has emerged as an important International trading center.
- The small towns of Kabla and Khorfakkan attract lots of tourists as it provides an escape to the stressful day-to-day life of the people.
- Al Quwain's long clean beaches are favorite tourist spots in UAE. It is an enclosed lagoon as well as riding stable for public horses.
- Seneyah Island is another tourist spot that attracts the leisure travelers and especially wildlife lovers. It is a natural reserve for a large species of birds, deer and Al Qaram trees.
- The Worlds Largest aqua park dreamland is another tourist destination in UAE that attracts millions of people across the globe.
Apart from all these numerous shopping centers and a fascinating Night Life in the country has promoted tourism in UAE to a great extent.
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The currency used in the United Arab Emirates is called the Dirham and is abbreviated as Dh, Dhs or AED. The sub unit of a Dirham is a fil and 100 fils equal 1 Dirham. The Dirham is tied to the US Dollar at a steady exchange rate of US$ 1 = AED 3.671 though banks, hotels, and airports normally exchange it at 3.65.
