{"id":6308,"date":"2018-03-13T01:00:44","date_gmt":"2018-03-13T01:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/48-hours-in-dubai-itinerary\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T20:04:54","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T20:04:54","slug":"48-hours-in-dubai-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/world\/48-hours-in-dubai-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"48 Hours in Dubai – Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dubai is an unlikely combination of 7 Star\u00a0hotels, theme parks and giant malls on the edge of the desert. It\u2019s also one of the world\u2019s busiest transport hubs. Given all this, it’s worth exploring Dubai on a stopover en route to Europe. Here are some things to do in Dubai on a brief 2 day itinerary.<\/p>\n

Dubai Itinerary<\/h2>\n

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In the desert,<\/strong> you can\u2019t remember your name<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s no shortage of luxury hotels to choose from in Dubai<\/a>, but the main action is centred on Jumeirah Beach. This 26-kilometre stretch of sandy white beach is where you\u2019ll find iconic landmarks such as the Burj Al Arab<\/a> hotel (the one that looks like a sail), Jumeirah Beach Hotel <\/a>and the historic Madinat Jumeirah<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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All three are as outlandish as they are expensive, so if you’re not going all out, Dubai’s\u00a0traditional five-star alternatives such as the Sofitel or the Hilton will spoil you with opulence for around a third of the price. Which\u00a0means more money to spend on the other attractions in Dubai.<\/p>\n

Desert Safari<\/h2>\n

Before you dive headfirst into Dubai\u2019s material comforts, it\u2019s worth taking a couple of hours to appreciate the emirate\u2019s unique history. And one of the best ways to do so is with a spot of dune bashing. Services such as Desert Safari Dubai<\/a> will pick you up from your hotel in a LandCruiser (the unofficial car of the Gulf region) and take you on a two-hour sightseeing tour of the sand dunes.<\/p>\n

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History lesson over, and you\u2019re probably hungry by this point. If you\u2019d like a photo op to go with your lunch the Atlantis, The Palm offers over 20 restaurants to choose from (including the world-renowned Nobu), a distinct nautical theme and one of the world\u2019s largest aquariums. This huge structure houses over 65,000 fish, sharks and other marine life.<\/p>\n

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Bigger, better, faster, stronger<\/h2>\n

Dubai isn\u2019t known for doing things by halves, and its shopping malls live up to that image. So it’s no surprise that shopping is one of the top things to do in Dubai for any visitor. If you ski or snowboard than the Mall of the Emirates is worth a visit just for the surreal thrill of navigating a ski slope in the middle of the desert. But if you\u2019re on a tight schedule then The Dubai Mall is the obvious choice.<\/p>\n

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Opened in 2008, The Dubai Mall<\/strong> is the world\u2019s largest shopping mall and is home to 1200 retail outlets, connects to a \u2018traditional\u2019 souk market and sits alongside the Burj Khalifa<\/a> (the world\u2019s tallest building). In other words, that\u2019s the rest of your afternoon and evening sorted right there.<\/p>\n

If shopping isn\u2019t on your agenda, or you need a break, you can walk to the adjacent Burj Khalifa Lake<\/strong> and grab a coffee\u00a0while you watch the Dubai Fountain run through its repertoire of choreographed performances. These are set to everything from traditional Arabic music to Michael Jackson\u2019s \u201cThriller\u201d.<\/p>\n

And since you\u2019re in the neighbourhood, sunset is the perfect time to visit the Burj Khalifa\u2019s observation deck<\/strong>. Tickets can be purchased on the day, start at around US$30, and will shoot you up to either the 124th floor or the 555m-high SKY deck on the 148th<\/sup> floor (the highest observation deck in the world).<\/p>\n

Drinks on the<\/strong> Beach<\/h2>\n

\"\"\u00a0Mamzar Beach<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

If your head is spinning from Dubai excess, you may want to slow down with a drink \u2013 or several \u2013 before retiring to your hotel. Barasti Bar<\/strong>, located along the northern edge of Jumeirah Beach, has long been a favourite with expats, and offers relaxed beach breezes to complement open-air dining in casual beach attire.<\/p>\n

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If you build it, they<\/strong> will come<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You may need a little extra time to start your second day in Dubai. Whenever you wake up, the Madinat Jumeirah<\/a> offers spectacular views to go with your brunch.<\/p>\n

\u00a0The largest resort in the UAE, its 40 hectares of restaurants, gardens and shops are styled like a traditional Arabian town. It also offers great views of the adjacent Burj Al Arab, which you can snap from the private beach while you relax in some deckchairs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Burj Al Arab<\/a> is the world\u2019s only seven-star hotel. Visitors wishing to sample its ostentatious delights without going broke can opt for afternoon tea, which is available at the Skyview bar for approximately US$160 per person.<\/p>\n

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Live Wild or\u00a0Walk Into The Past<\/h2>\n

How you spend your last afternoon in Dubai then comes down to personal preference. If you want to live dangerously and recreate the video clip for Flo Rida and Sia\u2019s hit single Wild Ones<\/em>, you can go skydiving at the Palm<\/a> for $550 and get an amazing birds-eye view of this unlikely city.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for something a little more low-key and traditional, one of the few remaining vestiges of the old city is the souk in Bur Dubai, and the best way to get there is via a five-minute cruise aboard a traditional abra<\/em> (wooden boat). Once in the souk you can practice your haggling skills and stock up on gifts for back home.<\/p>\n

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Wind Down\u00a0with a View<\/h2>\n

All that leaves is one final night to enjoy some drinks. And since you\u2019re in Dubai, you may as well enjoy them in the world\u2019s tallest hotel. Vault bar at the JW Marriott Marquis<\/a> is located on the 71st and 72nd floors and offers spectacular views to go with your cocktails. Just make sure you dress nice for the occasion \u2013 someone blew $600 million building this hotel in the middle of the desert.<\/p>\n

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