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Jumeirah Beach, Dubai.
Jumeirah Beach is a white sand beach that is located and named after the Jumeirah district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Jumeirah Beach Attractions
The beach features large hotels, resorts, restaurants, shopping zones and housing developments. Also found in this location are the Burj Al Arab hotel, Wild Wadi Water Park, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and the old-style Madinat Jumeirah (a hotel and shopping complex) and the Jumeirah Beach Park. This park is a great tourist attraction where visitors relax, swim, or play sports like Volleyball etc.
In the beach you will find a number of exhibition halls and museums like Majlis Ghorfat Umm-Al Sheif, Etihad Museum, and Visitor center Jumeirah Archaeological Site where you can experience the old age charm as well as shop a wide range of trinkets, decorative items, furniture, tea sets, shishas and pashmina shawls.
Jumeirah is considered to be the party hub for Dubai. When the sun sets the beach transforms itself into a glittering world of pubs, clubs, and lively bars.
Activities at Jumeirah Beach
- Jet Skiing
Tour operators provide one hour of jet skiing guided by professional coaches. While skiing you will also see the iconic views of the Al Arab and other beautiful skyline landmarks.2.Parasailing and Boat Tour
The program is usually for 15 minutes. You will get aerial views of Dubai Marina and Palm Island. - Sun Lounge
If you want to relax on the beach, you arrive at the beach early in the morning because that is when the sun is at its best. - Food and beverage
When you walk along the beach you will come across some great cuisines from around the world. Usually the places are crowded. You can enjoy local delights along with many stalls dedicated to French and Chinese cuisines.
Several bars across the shore which enable bar hopping with night vibes and music.
Places to Eat at Jumeirah beach Dubai
- La Parrilla is an Argentinian restaurant which offers fiery meat and seafood items.
- At Latitude you can enjoy a live cooking station that offers platters of aromatic fresh fish, pasta dishes, and meats. On Tuesday Nights you get authentic Arabian food and on Saturday nights you get authentic American cuisine.
Shopping places near Jumeirah beach Dubai
- Mercato Shopping Mall has 130 retail outlets offering a wide range of products. You can also relish some classic pizzas at the eateries at the mall.
- Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a traditional market-style complex combining Arabian shopping stands, barrows and stalls with a blend of boutique brands, souvenir gift shops and luxury fashion and jewellery outlets.
- The Mall Jumeirah offers home items as well as fashion goods. Top brands at this place and grab a delectable meal at the food court. Here you will also be able to enjoy some beauty treatments at notable N-Bar or Zuri Beauty Lounge.
- Palm Strip Mall is a Californian inspired open air mall that is located opposite the Jumeirah Mosque. This is one of the busiest shopping places and home to Pro Art gallery, restaurants, and confectionery stores.
The Burj Al Arab
The Burj Al Arab or also known as the Tower of the Arabs is a must visit. This luxury hotel is the second tallest building in Dubai that is used as a hotel after the Rose Tower. This stunning building actually stands on an artificial land out from Jumeirah beach. This structure which dominates the Dubai skyline was actually designed to symbolize Dubai’s urban progression and the design is said to resemble to that of a billowing sail.
The Burj Al Arab has 202 bedroom suites on 28 double storey floors. The smallest suite is about 169 square meters and the largest can go up to 780 square meters. This hotel is said to be one of the most expensive hotels in the world and the cost of staying in a suite is from $1,000 per night where as the Royal Suite which is the most expensive and go up to $28,000 a night.
Believe or not there are private reception desks on every floor and butlers that provide assistance to you anytime, anywhere by just a ring. Each Suite will provide you with the best television entertainment if you decide to just stay in one of the days during your visit to Dubai. It has the largest selection of Satellite Television Channels available in the Middle East and every Suite Features Its Own Laptop Notebook Computer, Fax Machine and Printer.