Best in Tourism » Health is wealth http://bestintourism.com/blog Fri, 01 Jul 2011 06:02:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Dubai http://bestintourism.com/blog/dubai-2/ http://bestintourism.com/blog/dubai-2/#comments Fri, 18 Mar 2011 08:21:53 +0000 vcode http://bestintourism.com/blog/?p=506 The second largest of the seven emirates which make up the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is located on the southern shore of the Arabian Gulf and is one of the most popular of tourist destinations of the region. Dubai combines two cities, Dubai and Deira, which are divided by the Creek and are a paradise for sightseeing with their unique characters. The sheer diversity of architecture and cultures of the city, ranging from traditional and lavish Arab houses to magnificent modern towers of steel and glass and lush green vegetation amidst all that make a visit to Dubai a wonderful sightseeing experience. The shopping paradise that Dubai is, itself is a reason to make a visit to the city.
How to reach
Dubai’s location at the cross-roads of Europe, Asia and Africa makes for easy accessibility. London is seven hours away, Frankfurt six, Hong Kong eight and Nairobi four. Most European capitals and other major cities have direct flights to Dubai, many with a choice of operator. More than 80 airlines service the sector and operate to and from Dubai International Airport to more than 130 destinations, making it one of the world’s busiest. For local transport, taxis are the most common means of transport with efficient and have well-trained and courteous drivers.

Climate
Dubai has a sub-tropical, arid climate. Sunny, blue skies can be expected most of the year. Rainfall is infrequent and irregular, falling mainly in winter. Temperatures range from a low of about 10.5°C to a high of 48°C/118°F. The mean daily maximum is 24°C in January rising to 41°C in July.

Places of Attraction
Dubai is a place of great sight seeing spots. Some of the sightseeing spots you can be at while in Dubai are Aerogulf Services, Al Boom Tourist Village, Archaeological Sites, Bait Al Wakeel, Bastakiya, Bedouin Village, Burj Nahar, Deira Covered Souk (District), Dubai Creek, Dubai Museum, Dubai World Trade Centre, Gold Souk, Grand Mosque, Hatta Mountains, Heritage and Diving Village, Jumeirah Mosque, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House (Museum), Port Rashid, Dubai, Shindagha etc. With so many options to spend time, tourists can have great time being in the city.
Shopping
Dubai is labelled the shopping capital of the Middle East with a world class shopping malls and souks offering products at unbeatable prices. It is truly a duty free shopper’s paradise that gives you more for your money. Dubai’s numerous shopping malls cater to every consumer need. Cars, haute couture clothing, jewellery, electronics, furnishing, sporting equipment, and any other goods will likely all be under the same roof. Mall of the Emirates, Ibn Battuta Mall, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Burjuman Centre, Deira City Centre, Wafi Mall, Emirates Towers Boulevard, Mercato Mall, Gold Souk, Spice Souk, Gold & Diamond Park, are some of the most popular of malls and shopping centres offering best of brands of all hues at a price which will leave you spellbound

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How to reach
The major international airport in Cyprus is Larnaca International LCA. Cyprus is served by several major international airlines from European cities. From North America, travelers can break up the journey in Frankfurt. Flight time from London to Larnaca is 4.5 hours; from Frankfurt, 3.5 hours; from Athens, 1 hour and 45 minutes. In addition, the national Cyprus Airways provides regular daily flights from London, Amsterdam and other major European and Middle Eastern countries to Cyprus. Various cruises also run their business and can be enjoyed to have a wonderful time. For local transport, intercity Service Taxis connect all major towns in Cyprus and run every half hour. Driving in Cyprus is also advisable to have fun time.

Where to Stay
Cyprus offers a wide choice of holiday accommodation, from modern, large, lavish and luxurious hotels and resorts, to small and no frills apartments. Choices include hotels, hotel apartments, tourist villages, tourist villas, camping sites, traditional houses, guest houses, youth hostels. Most hotels and hotel apartments have swimming pools, tennis courts, sports facilities, sauna and most hotels offer special off-season discounts.

Places to see
Cyprus is a tourist delight with innumerable galleries, churches and museums all exhibiting rich cultural and architectural finesse. Mouseiou gallery exhibits fascinating collection of Cypriot antiquities and treasures.The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia revives life in the capital from ancient times to the present. Byzantine Museum and Art Galleries contains the largest collection of icons on the island, covering the 9th to 18th centuries. The Art Galleries contain oil paintings, maps and lithographs. Agios Ioannis Cathedral- Built by Archbishop Nikiforos in 1662, the 18th-century wall paintings depict scenes from the Bible and the discovery of the tomb of Saint Barnabas. Archbishopric (Old and New)- the New Archbishopric was built in a neo-Byzantine style in 1960. The Old Archbishopric houses the Folk Art Museum. National Struggle Museum Documents, photographs and other memorabilia of the 1955-1959 National Liberation Struggle. Famagusta Gate is the tourists favorite point Apart from that Ethnological Museum, Chrysaliniotissa Church, Omeriye Mosque, Faneromeni Church, State Gallery of Contemporary Art, Cyprus Handicraft Centre, The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre, Agioi Apostoloi Church, Tamassos, Agios Irakleidios Convent, Machairas Monastery, Fikardou village are the other tourists attraction. Cyprus is also a paradise for the sports enthusiast. Sports include angling, sea sports, golf, cycling, sailing/yachting, swimming, hiking/nature trails, and water sports.

Specialty of the place
Cyprus is a fascinating land of contrasts. The city with its ancient history and monuments together with one of the most modern facilities leaves you speechless and spellbound and wishing to come back again and again.

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