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2013 AEV Eastern Med & Arabian Gulf

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Ajman dS lI Dhaid 88 Dubai Fujairah 311 Port Dubai Saeed Al Satwa 11 Abu Dhabi 89 Dasah Buraimi Al-Ain 11 7 22 44 11 11 Al A w ir Rd . 611 UNITE D AR AB EMI RATES Dhafir R a s a l K h o r Rd . Al Manara OMAN Tarif Aradah 88 A Sharjah Persian Gulf Al Khaledia 11 18 tti Umm Al-Qaiwain ha Sharjah O MAN Ras Al-Khaimah t. Al Mirgab Persian Gulf Academic City Palm Island 0 0 miles km 50 50 10 0 0 miles km 4 4 DUBAI Dubai is a thoroughly modern city, rising out of the desert to offer an over-the-top experience of luxury and fun. It's a city dedicated to the pleasures of the good life with more celebrity enticement than Monte Carlo, and eye-popping grandeur that surpasses Las Vegas. This latest wonder of the world is an exotic seaside paradise where Italian sports cars occupy all the best parking places at dozens of super-luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants. Everything in Dubai is an experience in style - including the distinctive man-made Palm Islands, where leisure and residences reach new levels of opulence, and where a trendy nightlife has been born. Dubai's incredible skyline, dotted with skyscrapers that push the limits of the imagination, is just the tip of the iceberg. Beneath it lays a tapestry of incredible resorts, golf courses, marinas, shopping and recreation that is as unique as any place in the world. Would you expect anything less from a desert city that even offers a massive indoor ski slope? In addition to Dubai's modern splendor, the local Bedouin and coastal cultures are always within easy reach in preserved villages and the outlying desert. Whichever Dubai experiences you pursue, they'll surely make your eyes alight with wonder. VACATION ENHANCING TOURS ABU DHABI CITY TOUR (Full-Day) Set out and enjoy a tour to the neighboring Emirates. Here you will be mesmerized by the new Abu Dhabi skyline. Visit the Cultural Foundation at the heart of the city, then enjoy a drive to the Heritage village. Your tour ends with some time for shopping at the Abu Dhabi Marina Mall, with its unique revolving restaurant. DUBAI CITY TOUR (Half-Day) Explore the best of Dubai, as your route will take you past the magnificent view of the Dubai Creek, passing the heritage area of Bastakia, with its fascinating old wind tower houses. Enjoy a stop at the Old Fort Al Fahidi then board the traditional Abra boat across the creek to the spice markets, followed by the Gold Souk. End the tour at the Jumeirah Mosque. BATEAUX DUBAI – DUBAI LUXURY CRUISE (Half-Day) Enjoy a unique dining cruise experience on the water. Experience a cruise onboard the glass enclosed Bateaux Dubai. You will enjoy a freshly prepared gourmet menu accompanied by live entertainment; atmospheric lighting and exceptional service, while cruising pass the spectacular sights of the Dubai creek. MODERN DUBAI (Full-Day) Start your tour with a visit to the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Enjoy the "At the Top" experience, and begin a vertical decent to the observation deck. Here discover breathtaking 360 degree views of the city, desert and ocean. Afterwards visit the 50 meter long aquarium and experience the exotic wonders of aquatic life first hand. Then onto the Dubai marina for a photo stop opposite the Atlantis the Palm Hotel. Conclude with an unforgettable visit to the Souk Madinat Jumeirah. DESERT SAFARI (Half-Day) See the golden sand dunes of Arabia on a 4 wheel drive experience. Enjoy the thrill of a lifetime on a roller coaster ride over the sand dunes. Whilst on your journey, stop at the highest dune to view the beautiful sunset. Continue to the Bedouin Campsite, and enjoy some henna design, local dress, and refreshments. An experienced belly dancer will perform and a delicious BBQ buffet dinner will be served. SHARJAH & AJMAN CITY TOUR (Half-Day) Visit Emirate Sarjah and Ajman neighboring areas well known for their cultural heritage. Discover priceless art and architecture in the Sharjah Museum, housed in the newly renovated Fort of Ajman. Admire the skills of the gold jewelers at the Al Markazi Souk and see the numerous monuments reflecting the craftsmanship of the people. Dubai 27

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