Situated on the southern shore of the Persian Gulf Dubai is the second largest and most popular destination of all the United Arab Emirates. The multicultural city of Dubai is one of the most expansive and innovative cities in the world with a population of over 1.5 million and some of the most technologically advanced buildings in the world.

Some useful facts for travellers to Dubai are that the currency is Arab Emirates Dirham, the time zone is +4 GMT, the official language is Arabic although English is widely spoken and a flight journey from the UK usually takes around 7 hours to Dubai Airport. Also useful to know is that Dubai is divided into two parts by a creek, Deira on the north side and Bur Dubai on the south side with water taxi’s regularly taking visitors from one side to the other. Both regions have a vast amount of shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, cinemas bars so travellers of any age will always find something fun to do. As well as being home to the sail shaped unofficial 7 star Burj Al Arab hotel there are a number of other great sites to see in Dubai from the Dubai Museum, the Grand Mosque and the historical town of Hatta. However for visitors looking for a bit more action there are also plenty of things to do. Some of the most unique activities to Dubai are sand surfing, quad biking in the desert and skiing on the indoor ski centre. As well as these activities visitors can also enjoy aerial tours, desert safaris, golf, fishing, horse racing, water parks, go carting and ice skating so action is never far away!

Flights to Dubai are relatively inexpensive for the distance travelled and cheap flights to Dubai can be obtained. Whichever flights to Dubai you do decide on, you’re guaranteed to have a good time!

The Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai is the place that dreams are made of and where imagination becomes reality. Those who have stayed at the 7* Hotel have been treated to the highest levels of personalised service in the most luxurious surroundings imaginable.

With a chauffeur driven Rolls Royce, discreet check-in from the privacy of your own suite, private reception desks on every floor and a brigade of highly trained butlers who provide around-the-clock service, it is not hard to see why this hotel has been acknowledged as the best in the world by Institutional Investor Magazine and the World Travel Awards 2005. One thing is for sure and that is your package holiday tour to Dubai will never be forgotten.

Each suite is arranged over 2 floors, providing plenty of space and facilities that you wouldn’t normally expect. Decorated with lavish textures and exuberant colours, each suite offers a sumptuous living and dining area, state of the art entertainment system and office facilities. The floor to ceiling glass windows offer simply breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf, especially at night where you will be surrounded by choreographed colour sculptures of water and fire.

There is plenty to keep you occupied for the duration of your stay whether you are staying in the hotel or visiting one of many sites. You have plenty to choose from in the spa and beauty club including treatment rooms, hydrotherapy baths, oriental massage, a stand up solarium, sauna, steam rooms, jacuzzi, two infinity pools, two fully equipped fitness studios and an aerobics floor. As well as this, all guests have unlimited to the Wild Wadi Water park located on the hotel grounds. You are also free to enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, tennis, waterskiing, diving, banana boat rides and much more. Even if you have a package holiday tour to Dubai staying in another hotel, you can stay at the Burj Al Arab for one night just for the experience.

If you fancy a change, you are only a stone’s throw away from the newest and most popular shopping malls, you can take a helicopter scenic tour over Dubai, go on a yacht charter, play golf at world class golf resorts such as Emirates Hills or you can enjoy the privacy of Majles Al Bahar beach, which is exclusive to Burj Al Arab guests.

You will be spoilt for choice when you decide to go down for something to eat, with eight different restaurants to choose from and all catering for different tastes. Al Mahara is an award winning signature seafood restaurant accessible by a three minute virtual submarine voyage. Sticking to the theme of the restaurant is a magnificent oval aquarium visible throughout the restaurant. Al Muntaha is situated 200 metres above the Arabian Gulf, offering Mediterranean cuisine and an unmatched view of The Palm Jumeirah and The World Islands. Alternatively, there is a private dining menu which is served in your suite available 24 hours a day.

Whether you are staying at The Burj Al Arab hotel for business or pleasure, it is likely to be an experience you will never forget. Your butler will ensure that your every little need is met, you won’t run out of things to do and your ultimate comfort and privacy is guaranteed. This is the perfect way to add an extra excursion to your package holiday tour to Dubai.