Aneesa’s Dubai Guidebook
Sightseeing
The worlds biggest vertical garden featuring 50 million flowers and 250 million plants. Within walking distance of Arjan
166 locals recommend
Dubai Miracle Garden
Street 3The worlds biggest vertical garden featuring 50 million flowers and 250 million plants. Within walking distance of Arjan
Burj Khalifa
1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid BlvdWorlds tallest building part of the biggest mall
Neighborhoods
Motor City
A vibrant area with lots of well known dining areas
Lots of yummy restaurants and tourists on this beach strip
193 locals recommend
Jumeirah Beach Residence
Lots of yummy restaurants and tourists on this beach strip
Food scene
Go for dinner in the Madinat Souk for a better view of the only 7* hotel
216 locals recommend
Burj Al Arab
Jumeirah StreetGo for dinner in the Madinat Souk for a better view of the only 7* hotel
Beautiful place with a fountain show every 30 minutes and amazing restaurants
7 locals recommend
The pointe - Palm Jumeirah Fountain Walk (North)
Beautiful place with a fountain show every 30 minutes and amazing restaurants
City advice
Ways to save
Use apps like Entertainer and Groupon for great discounts
Groupon is a great way to find deals and things to do in Dubai
Entertainer has 241 offers on attractions and food
Getting around
There is a metro that links most tourist places in Dubai
The best taxi app is Careem, Hala taxi is cheapest
What to pack
Lots of sunscreen and a hand held fan
It gets super hot during the day so anything that’ll help you stay cool!
Useful phrases
Where is the bathroom? Wain el hamaam?
Most people you’ll find speak English since Dubai is so multi cultured :)
Customs and culture
Assalamualaiykum
Assalamualaiykum means peace and blessings be upon you. It’s used as a greeting in Muslim countries when you meet someone or enter a room. The response is Wa’alaiykumusalaam which means peace and blessing on you too!
Don't miss
Global Village
In the season (October to May) it’s a wonderful outdoor place with pavilions from countries around the world. Bring your walking shoes and be hungry!
Travelling with kids
Play Areas
There are lots of communities that have play areas and parks you can use, where your children can meet others and have fun