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I wrote a review to this place some time ago, but this now seems to have disappeared. I visit Dubai around five or six times a year, thankfully on buisness. I think it has a lot of good points as in terms of climate and choice. Would I take a holiday there, definately not. It is a developing city, and therefore littered with building sites. Its not cheap, by any means. However, everyones idea of a holiday will vary. For sun worshippers its ideal. If your looking for the sights etc, forget it. There are some of note but you will do most in a day, If you like to stay in your hotel, book the Jumeriah Beach location, as these tend to maintain standards and decency. Dont book the hotels in Bur Dubai, as these are normally frequented by Chinese and Russian prostitutes. So definately not for families. Dubai will enable you to buy any "label" available, but the genuine article here usually sells for top price. On a positive note the airport has one of the worlds best duty free areas.

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Great for: Beaches, Scuba/Snorkeling

Last Visit: march 2006

15 May 2006 | A Yahoo! User

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