Palm Islands is the name of the three artificial islands where different commercial and residential facilities have been built and which has become a tourist destination. The islands are called Jumeirah, Jebel Ali and Deira. 100 million m³ of rock and sand were used to build Palm Jumeirah and Palm Jebel Ali. Palm Deira used 10 times more rock and sand than Jumeirah and Jebel Ali. All the islands have large residential areas, restaurants, theme parks, entertainment areas, shopping centres and luxury hotels.

Heritage House is a historic, traditional house that reflects Dubai’s past. The building dates from the end of the 19th century. In 1910, the property was bought by Sheikh Ahmed bin Dalmouk, the most famous pearl merchant in the region. In his hands, the house went from having two rooms to becoming a 950 m² mansion. The house changed hands over the years until in 1994, the government of Dubai acquired it in order to renovate it and use it for tourist and cultural activities.

Al-Ahmadiya Street

This is a complex of buildings, bars, restaurants and shops near Burj Al Arab, built in the purest traditional Arab style. Set next to the Persian Gulf and with its own private beach, it’s an authentic Arab city in miniature within Dubai. It includes three magnificent hotels, a group of traditional summerhouses in Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf and seven stunning houses in Jumeirah Malakiya Villas. There are also over 50 different restaurants and night spots. It includes a 5 km river network and its own fleet of traditional boats to travel around the entire area, perhaps with a stop at the Madinat Jumeirah souk.

At 828 m, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world. Over 12,000 people from 30 countries were involved in its construction. The Burj Khalifa houses the first Armani hotel (across the first 39 floors), 700 private luxury apartments (floors 45 to 108), a viewing deck (floor 123), and observatory (floor 124) and offices (other floors up to floor 156)… The interior décor is by famous designer Nada Andric, combining glass, stainless steel, polished stones, stucco walls, traditional textures, stone floors, all inspired by local Dubai culture.

Emaar Boulevard 1
www.burjkhalifa.ae
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Dubai Creek is a natural estuary of around 10 km separating Deira and Bur Dubai, the two historic districts of the city. At the beginning of the 20th century, Dubai Creek was the region’s most important port, with hundreds of boats trading their wares with India and Africa. These dhows (traditional Arab boats) are closely linked with the history of the city. To cross from one side to the other there are two bridges, a tunnel and small boats that organise scenic crossings, with meals on board. One of the best areas of the city to explore on foot. The liveliest spots to visit are Deira Creek and Heritage Village.

The historic Al Bastakiya district is what is left of the old Dubai of fishermen, tradespeople and pearl divers. Its name means “Iranian city” after the large number of Iranians immigrants who settled there. Many of the buildings were constructed in 1890 and renovated in 2005 when the government decided to make Al Bastakiya an artistic and cultural landmark in the city. Although these buildings are new, they were built to be as faithful as possible to the original architecture. Most of the buildings are cultural centres, art galleries or small cafés with their own exceptional charm

The brand relaunches its emblematic flagship store in Dubai, in the Mall of the Emirates, presenting its new interior design proposal for the first time in the 1000 m² store set across a single floor. Massimo Dutti offers the Women and Men collections as well as its prestigious Personal Tailoring service. A new store concept where all the details fall into place to consolidate the brand’s identity and lifestyle, conveying a sense of quality, an inherent value in all Massimo Dutti collections.

Mall of Emirates
Sheikh Zayed Rd – Dubai
www.massimodutti.com
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The Madinat Jumeirah souk is an attractive shopping complex designed to look like a traditional souk. A lively and cosmopolitan atmosphere that attracts both tourists and local residents. The souk has over 70 shops where you can buy different souvenirs of your trip to Dubai, as well as bars and restaurants that really come to life in the evenings.

Jumeirah Beach Road

Harvey Nichols Dubai opened its doors in February 2006. The largest Harvey Nichols store is in the Mall of the Emirates shopping centre and offers all sorts of gourmet products, beauty and home wares, as well as a restaurant, Almaz by Momo on the top floor, a must-see for visitors to the city. Almaz by Momo is a North African restaurant specialising in vegetable-based dishes and delicious desserts. The restaurant also boasts spectacular views over the city.

Mall of the Emirates
Phone: 971 4 409 8888
www.harveynichols.com

These luxury department stores are a must-see at Dubai Mall, with two stores where you can find the best fashion brands and home wares. Covering over 13,564 m2 and offering the most sought-after names in fashion, they even offer personal shoppers and beauty salons for men and women.Forty Carrots or Magnolia Bakery, the most famous cupcake store in the world, with its headquarters in New York.

Financial Center Rd – Dubai
Phone: 971 4 350 5333
www.bloomingdales.com

French department store Galeries Lafayette can also be found in the Dubai Mall, offering high-quality fashion brands as well as home wares and beauty. The Dubai Mall is famous for its enormous size and revolutionary design, part of the Burj Dubai mega project. The shopping centre occupies around a million km2. There are 1,200 shops, 14,000 parking spaces and 120 eateries. Among its many attractions, the complex boasts a fashion avenue, dedicated to haute couture and where you’ll find this famous French department store.

The Dubai Mall – Level 2, Galeries Lafayette – Dubai
Phone: 971 4 339 9933
galerieslafayettedubai.com

A traditional place that you can explore, find your way around and do some shopping. Like all spice markets, it’s infused with the smells of incense and cinnamon and you can find pretty much any kind of souvenir. The Spice Souk is said to be the largest spice market in the world, offering an endless range of spices, herbs and traditional medicines. If you want to buy something, as in most souks,you’ll need to barter and even in shops it’s a good idea to ask for their “best price”, especially if you’re paying in cash, which is the most common way to pay.

26 – 34th St – Dubai