Dubai Vacation Packages

Best time to take a trip to Dubai

Dubai is hot and humid most of the year, but temperatures become a bit more tolerable between October and April. If you love to shop, the Dubai Shopping Festival in February may be a good time to go, but book your trip early because hotels fill to capacity during this time. Avoid Dubai in July and August, when temperatures can rise up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Most businesses in Dubai close or have limited hours during the Muslim holiday of Ramadan, so you might want to avoid Dubai during this time. Ramadan's dates change each year based on the Islamic calendar.

Insider tips for Dubai travel

Mall of the Emirates

Ski and shop at this gargantuan mall that features its own indoor ski slope and over 500 shops.

Al Dhiyafah Road

Dine with the locals who built Dubai on this road filled with curry shops and grilled meat vendors.

Yalumba Friday Brunch

Show up at Yulumba restaurant in the Le Meridien Hotel on Friday for an over-the-top brunch with free-flowing champagne and mountains of food.

Al Mansour Dhow

Enjoy a classic Arabic buffet while gently floating along Deira Creek on this dinner dhow cruise.

Aquarium Night Tour

Dubai Aquarium's Underwater Zoo offers night tours that let you catch a glimpse of the creatures usually hidden in the dark.

Things to do in Dubai

Dubai Museum

This museum houses artifacts from the archeological sites of Al Sufouh and Jumeirah, including pieces dating back to the third century.

Bastakia Quarter

Ancient buildings transformed into modern art galleries characterize this small neighborhood that is a must-see for art lovers.

The Dubai Fountain

Watch as the water shoots up taller than a 25-story building in this daily water show on Burj Khalifa Lake.

Jumeirah Beach

Relax, sunbathe, or swim during the day, and watch the sunset while enjoying a barbecue on the sand in the evening.

The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding

Enjoy a mosque tour, cultural breakfast, or historic walking tour with this center that offers programs for all ages.

Dolphin Bay

Swim with the dolphins at this bay affiliated with the Atlantis Hotel and interact one-on-one with these incredible creatures.

Emirates Golf Club

Tee off at one of the finest golf courses in the world, which hosts the Dubai Desert Classic each year.

Souk Madinat Jumeriah

This entertainment complex features a traditional Arabian market, meandering canals, and a marina with incredible views.

Wild Wadi Water Park

Enjoy the wave pool or give yourself a thrill on one of the speedy water slides at this water park.

Jumeirah Mosque

This gorgeous mosque is the largest in the city and the only one in Dubai open to non-Muslims.