Dubai Ports World is a multinational logistics company based in Dubai. It was formed in 2005 by the merger of Dubai Ports Authority and Dubai Ports International. It specializes in cargo handling, port terminal management, maritime services and free trade zones. Parent organizations of DP World are  Dubai World, Port & Free Zone World FZE. Dubai World is a sovereign investment company that manages and supervises a portfolio of businesses and projects for the Government of Dubai across a wide range of industry segments and projects that promote Dubai as a hub for commerce and trading. Port and Free Zone World is a wholly-owned subsidiary of state investment vehicle Dubai World.
DP World
It manages 82 marine and inland terminals in over 40 countries. In 2018 the company had revenue of $ 8.5 billion. It employs 50,000 people.
n 2016 DP World reached an agreement with Somaliland to build Port of Berbera at a cost of $442 million. This agreement comes as part of a government-to-government Memorandum of understanding between the Government of the United Arab Emirates and the Government of Somaliland.
DP World was the first maritime terminal operator to get ISO 28000 supply chain security certification and is implementing this standard to all its terminals.
There are three major seaports in Dubai, Jebel Ali, Port Rashid and Al Hamriya.
Jebel Ali Port
Jebel Ali Port
Jebel Ali (aka Mina Jebel Ali) is the largest port in Dubai. It is a deep port located in Jebel Ali, Dubai. It is the world’s ninth busiest port, the largest man-made harbor, and the biggest and by far the busiest port in the Middle-East. It has 67 berths and a size of 134.68 square kilometres (52.00 sq mi). It is home to over 5,000 companies from 120 countries of the world. The port was inaugurated by Queen Elizabeth II on 26 February 1979.
The port has more than one million square metres of container yard, medium- and long-term general cargo storage space and almost 960,000 square metres of open storage. Jebel Ali Port is linked to Dubai’s expressway and to Dubai International Airport Cargo Village. Jebel Ali Free Zone offers duty free goods and services for offshore businesses.
Port Rashid
Port Rashid
The construction of Port Rashid in 1972 was an outstanding success. It was originally intended as a four-berth port. Before the construction was completed it was extended to sixteen births. In 1975 a further 35 berths were added. The port is equipped to handle both cargo and passenger operations. The Cruise Terminal is equipped to handle five mega cruise vessels simultaneously and 25000 passengers daily.
The port has another cruise terminal called Hamdan Bin Mohammed Cruise Terminal, which has a capacity to handle 14,000 passengers a day,
This port also offers a ferry service to passengers moving between Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar, Iraq and Iran.
Al Hamriya
Al Hamriya Al Hamriya is managed by DP World under the brand name of Emirates Ports Company. Al Hamriya Port is in the traditional cargo gateway to Dubai. The port handles mainly non-containerized cargo between Dubai, Arabian Gulf, East Africa and Western India.
Al Hamriya’s piers are can handle 190 fishing vessels simultaneously. The port is favoured for livestock imports because of its large quarantine fcility.
Dubai is the capital of the Emirate of Dubai. In the 18th century, it was a small fishing village. It grew rapidly in the early 21st century into the world’s most popular tourist destination. It is a major global transport hub for passengers and cargo. It is also the business hub of Western Asia.
Dubai
Since the early 20th century, Dubai’s economy derived revenues from trade, tourism, aviation, real estate, and financial services. Oil revenue from 1969 onwards, accelerated the development of the city. But now oil production contributes less than 1 per cent of the emirate’s GDP of US$102.67 billion in 2018. As of 2020, the emirate had a population of 3,400,800. It has 4,114 km² of landmass.
Dubai has been ruled by the Al Maktoum family since 1833. Freedom of speech in Dubai is limited, with both residents and citizens facing severe punishments for speaking out against the royal family or local laws and culture. Alcohol sale and consumption are tightly regulated.
Upon gaining independence from Great Britain, On 2 December 1971, Dubai, together with Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Quwain and Fujairah joined in the Act of Union to form the United Arab Emirates. On 10 February 1972 Ras Al Khaimah joined the UAE.
Arabic is the national language and English is widely understood. Migrant workers account for approximately 80% of the resident population of the UAE. The Provisional Constitution of UAE declares Islam as the official state religion. Dubai government subsidizes almost 95% of mosques and employs all Imams; approximately 5% of mosques are entirely private. Many large mosques have private endowments. All mosques in Dubai are managed by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department also known as “Awqaf”. All Imams are appointed by the Government. The Constitution of the United Arab Emirates provides for freedom of religion.
If you want to go all out and really feel at home during your holiday in Dubai then it would be a great idea to pick one of the apartments here during your stay. These short-term rental holiday apartments are luxurious and fully furnished. With rising hotel prices it would be a great idea to pick one of the apartments here during your stay to cut down a bit on costs.
The holiday apartments here promise to provide you with the home away from home feeling during your stay. You are sure to find the ideal apartment here in Dubai to suit your every need. The apartments here in Dubai city are close to golf courses, race tracks and an incredible marina, and they even overlook some of the finest quality beaches.
Souk is actually an Arabic word, which stands for the market or a place where any kind of goods are brought or exchanged. In the past Arabic shipping vessels that come from the Far East, China, Ceylon and India drop off their cargo brought from the places on to the docks. These cargoes would actually be bargained over in the souks which are usually located near the docks.
Now these souks have modernized and caved way to a multistory shopping malls which come with air-conditioning. You can get the latest gadgets and designer apparels but there are still ‘souks’ that have conserved their traditions in which you can find in Dubai. Although a lot of people may say that the souks in Dubai have lost their touch and even lost out to their Middle Eastern counterparts it is still a must visit to complete your holiday here in Dubai.
The Jumeirah Beach Hotel is located on Jumeirah Beach Road and occupies a location on the beach. It is actually next to the Burj Al Arab and Madinat Jumeirah. It is just half an hour away from the Dubai International airport.
The Jumeirah Beach Hotel officially opened in November 1997 and it has been regarded as one of the Best Resort Hotel in the World. The hotel contains 598 rooms and suites and 19 villas. It’s design which is a wave-shaped complements together with the adjacent building which is the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab.
The Al Murooj Rotana is another hotel that is regarded highly by many in Dubai. It is famous for its classy architecture and world class suites. Dining here is another great experience itself as this place will provide you with excellent dining options.
Facilities include two great restaurants each with its own flair, two pools and a gym.
As for accommodation there are actually 247 spacious rooms and suites in this hotel. There is even the Presidential Suite which is truly outstanding.
Al Murooj Rotana is just a ten-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.
