Monday, March 14, 2011

Hot Air Balloon Adventure in Dubai

Hot air balloon experience in the Arabian desert is a unique opportunity to enjoy the desert from the air aboard the hot air balloon. Balloon Adventures Emirates LLC provides opportunity to the travelers for an amazing experience balloon tour in Dubai. Your balloon takes off from a desert oasis located north of Al Ain. It is about an hour’s drive from Abu Dhabi and Dubai. It is a remote area that is truly in the heart of the desert.

If you stay in a hotel in the urban areas of Dubai or Abu Dhabi they will provide transportation free of charge. In Dubai the meeting points are at Dubai Festival City, in front of Plug-ins store, (open air car park)

Time for travel

Rising early for a sunrise flight is a minor inconvenience when compared to the breathtaking views and incredible desert landscape. It is also the best time for flying as the cool and serene ambience adds to the experience. The actual flight is approximately one hour. Weather permitting; they fly every day from the middle of September until the end of May.

Tour Price

The cost per person is lower than comparable flights in Europe or in the United States. Transportation from selected hotels and city meeting points, flight certificate and cold refreshments are included.price is AED 950 per person. Children (5 to 12 years) AED 800This is equivalent to approx. US$ 260 or EU 190 or GBP 160

Contact: Phone: +971 4 285 4949 |Fax: +971 4 285 5033 |Email: info@ballooning.ae

Our Experience !!! Overview

Head across the desert in the pre-dawn darkness to the launch site in the desert. As the sun slowly rises over this beautiful sandy landscape, the gas burners are ignited and the balloon slowly comes to life. Soon you will be soaring into the immense blue of the desert sky and enjoying magnificent views of the rugged Hajj Mountains to the east and the 21st century Dubai skyline to the west. The balloon flight lasts for around an hour and each experience is totally unique with the flight route and landing location totally dependant on the wind strength and direction. Land among the sand dunes and enjoy some light refreshments including chilled fruit juice, sodas and snacks before experiencing the thrill of desert driving as you are whisked back through the dunes to the main road for Dubai



Help Links:
1. http://www.desertsafaridubai.org/dubaiholidays/hot-air-ballon-tour/
2.http://www.ballooning.ae/
3.http://www.viator.com/tours/Dubai/Dubai-Hot-Air-Balloon-Flight/d828-3062BA

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Desert Safari - unforgetable stunning experience in Dubai


Desert Safari in Dubai is an exciting evening tour in Dubai, Drive into sand and watches the camels and sun set over the dunes. These deserts are acclaimed for their originality, activities and entertainments. Many events are organized at the deserts in Dubai. There are many enchanting deserts in UAE .Have a delicious BBQ dinner and be entertained by traditional Arabian Belly dance.

The pulsating quad bikes, dune buggies, over night desert safaris or the desert safari are unbelievable activities to try out and are sure to send quivers down your spine. Therefore if you are looking to visit UAE, be sure to experience the adventurous activities of the deserts in Dubai.

Most of the tour operates provide pick up from your destination (hotel or home) in Dubai, Sharjah daily from 3:45PM to 9:30 - 10:00 PM. Experience the Arabian desert on the 4Wheel Drive jeep.


Our Experience!!!!!

We will pick you up from your in Dubai, Sharjah between 3:30 PM - 4PM. We will drive you out of Dubai to the sandy Arabian desert. We will stop for a soft drink before entering into the desert. Our experienced Desert Safari driver cum Guide will ensure you enjoy the tour across the sand dunes, he will drive up the hills in the most thrilling and exciting manner to show you an example of driving with force in the sand popularly known as Dune Bashing.

You will have the opportunity to enjoy the exciting and thrilling driving tactics in the fine sand of Arabian desert. We also stop for Sunset and take photographs and enjoy the scenery. Later we will visit a camel farm in the desert. After sunset we arrive at the traditional desert camp, Upon arrival at the camp you will have the opportunity to ride a camel, Do Sand Skating, have Henna painting on your hands and Shop for interesting handicrafts. Arabian Coffee and traditional dates are also served on arrival at the camp. While Sand skating is also available free of cost.

Later you will be served a delicious B.B.Q. dinner and you will be entertained by a traditional Belly dance show. The Dinner includes a verity of Arabian & continental dishes including vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes. We will drive you back to you place of residence around 9:30 - 10PM



Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Dubai International Boat Show begins

'The Dubai International Boat Show has undoubtedly taken a pivotal role both locally and internationally as one of the most prestigious events in the luxury sector. The maritime tradition of Dubai has a long history. The sea has been a blessing for Dubai. It provides Dubai not only with food but the pearling industry and access to expanded trade links. With the growth of the leisure industry in Dubai the international boat show here has also gained in popularity and importance. The show attracts customers from the entire region which for ART Marine is very significant; it was a great start to sell the yachts and fine boats. Dubai is a destination hub for yacht owners, especially those in the bigger sectors, uniting high-end buyers and world-class suppliers from the most lucrative regions in the world. With a rich history and a proven track record spanning 19 years it is the most anticipated event in the yachting calendar. With Its 'Established. Trusted. Chosen.' brand recognition the event epitomizes the ultimate style in boating luxury whilst providing unparalleled access to the Middle East’s investors and marine enthusiasts.
 
Attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year, the multi-award winning event is among the top five leading international boat shows in the world. The Dubai International Boat Show is proud to be the chosen and trusted platform for the region. The 2011 show will be the 19th edition of the boat show in Dubai. The show will be held from 1st to the 5th of March at the Dubai International Marine Club, the most prestigious yacht club of Dubai. The Dubai World Trade Center, which has almost 30 years of organizing exhibitions, is organizing the boat show. Dubai International Boat Show offers its exhibitors a stage to display their products, supplies and services to trade buyers and private consumers.

The guests coming to Dubai are recommended to take dhow dinner tour of Dubai. One World Travels is a reputed travel company of Dubai and arranges top class dhow cruise tours. They offer various packages keeping in mind various needs and requirements of the guests