Fabulous Dubai
We started off our journey travelling Business Class which was such a treat. On arrival we were transferred to the Sofitel -The Palm. Transfer time was approximately 45 minutes from the airport.
Our first 2 nights’ accommodation in Dubai was at the Sofitel the Palm. Newly opened in July 2013 this 5 star luxury hotel offers a French Polynesian island theme. It is an excellent choice for both couples and families and has a fabulous kids club. The rooms are either Palm or Sea View and the staff couldn’t do enough to make our stay very special.
On our first day we visited the Fairmont – the Palm and Atlantis the Palm resort. We spent the afternoon at the Aquaventure water park and the Aquarium, great fun for both adults and children.
We visited the Dubai Mall entertainment centre, the world’s largest shopping mall. The entertainment centre has so much to offer both adults and children Kidzania, Sega Republic, Dubai Ice Rink and Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo you could definitely spend a full day here no problem.
The big treat of the trip was High tea at “ At. Mosphere” in the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world with over 170 floors. The lift whisked us up to the 122nd floor in less than 1 minute. The scenery was spectacular. We sampled the luxurious high tea and a glass of bubbly served followed by amazing treats. I would highly recommend this experience cost is approx 90 Euro per person.
One morning we did the city tour of Dubai where we visited the old quarter of Dubai, Al Bastakiya, and we also enjoyed a water-taxi ride across Dubai Creek visiting the exciting spice market and shopped for bargains in the Gold Souk. While there we stopped to visit many of the most popular hotels in Dubai and I would be delighted to share my experience with you.
I will definitely return to Dubai again and take the family with me. It is a fantastic destination. I would recommend it for a winter destination with fantastic weather and something to offer everyone.