Dubai and luxury are synonymous with one another. People from all over the world visit the city for its hospitality, premium shopping experience, Michelin-star food, and leisure activities. There is no shortage of things to do in Dubai, from desert safaris to hot air balloon rides, there is something for everyone. The city has everything: a beautiful skyline, architectural marvels, VIP movie and concert experiences, and more. If you are a first-time visitor or don’t know what to do in the city, here are some luxury activities that you can enjoy solo or with family during your all-inclusive Dubai holidays.
1. Take the Skies with Hot Air Balloon Ride
A hot air balloon ride is one way to explore the dunes and wildlife of Dubai’s desert. The early morning rides are exceptional, where tourists can enjoy a gourmet breakfast as they glide over the dunes. The view of Dubai’s skyline early in the morning is breathtaking. Guests might even spot the local wildlife, like gazelles and camels.
Gliding through the sky, the ride lasts for an hour. Tourists can add activities like falconry to their packages for an additional fee. A hot air balloon ride is a must-have experience during your Dubai holiday.
2. Go on a Desert Safari
If the view of the desert from the sky isn’t exciting enough for you, why not take the luxury safari to get your blood pumping? Safari is one of the defining experiences of the city. Dubai luxury holidays aren’t complete without it. A private luxury ride in the middle of the desert includes dinner and stargazing while camping.
Indulge in the unique experience of a desert cruise in a 4×4 and explore the Bedouin culture. Enjoy BBQ under the stars, a live show, and stay the night in the Arabian desert in your very own Bedouin tent. An experience that is a highlight of Dubai luxury holidays.
3. Luxury Accommodations
The hospitality of Dubai is an experience in and of itself. The hotel is the first place tourists visit after they land at the airport. It’s important to rest before heading out to the city and enjoying what it has to offer. Hotels and resorts are symbols of luxury and comfort. If not for anything else, Dubai is known for having one of the best luxury hotels in the world. These hotels have every luxury known to man, making tourists feel like kings and queens.
4. Visit Distinct Landmarks
Dubai has enough landmarks and sights to which tourists can dedicate an entire tour. From the iconic Burj Khalifa to the Dubai Frame, here are some of the well-known places that tourists must visit during their Dubai holiday:
- Burj Khalifa: One of the most popular buildings in the world, Burj Khalifa needs no introduction. It’s the world’s tallest building, with 163 floors. Tourists can take in the view of the Dubai skyline from the observation decks on the 124th and 125th floors.
- Dubai Frame: If the view of the city skyline from the observation decks of Burj Khalifa isn’t enough, the Dubai frame is another option. The largest frame in the world, it serves as an observatory and a museum. The top of the monument is an observation deck that has one of the best views of the city’s skyline.
- The Dubai Fountain: The iconic fountain is located at the base of the Burj Khalifa. Enjoy the dancing jets of colorful water with music. The performance starts at 6 p.m., and the fountain comes alive every 30 minutes until 11 p.m. It’s an enchanting performance.
- Palm Jumeirah: A man-made artificial island shaped like a palm tree. It’s one of the most iconic places in Dubai and is home to luxury hotels, sights, and restaurants.
- Dubai Miracle Garden: It seems like every major landmark in the world is in Dubai. The largest flower garden in the world, with over 150 million species of flowers. Arranged in enchanting and intricate patterns and designs, the garden offers a serene experience.
- The Museum of the Future: Dubai is a city with one foot in its tradition and the other in the future, figuratively. The museum has interactive exhibits that captivate visitors with prospects for the future. The building itself is a marvel, with Arabic calligraphy enhancing its beauty.
5. Go on a Shopping Spree
Dubai is well-known for its shopping malls. There is no luxury brand in the world that tourists won’t find in its malls. It’s heaven for shopaholics, with over 70 malls and bazaars. Tourists can even take an exclusive tour if they don’t know how to get the best of the city’s shopping experience.
A guide will join tourists and lead them to some of the exclusive shopping malls, depending on their interests. You can’t go wrong with a bespoke shopping tour.
Furthermore, tourists can even become “preferred customers” in Dubai’s malls if they spend a large enough amount. Being a preferred customer grants them the privilege of free valet parking, access to the VIP lounge, porter services, and a shuttle that takes them around the mall. The shopping experience in Dubai is something else.
6. Relax Yourself with a Spa Treatment
As mentioned, there is no shortage of luxury in Dubai. Relax and indulge your senses with a spa treatment in Dubai. Top-of-the-line spas in the city take the experience to a new level with luxurious treatments that promise relaxation and squeeze the tiredness out of the body. You are in Dubai to relax, so why not take the definitive relaxing experience with luxury spas during your holiday?
7. See the City from an Exclusive Helicopter Ride
There is more than one way to see and enjoy the city skyline. If you want to get up close and personal with the towering skyscrapers of Dubai, then cruise between them in the sky on a helicopter ride. A bird’s eye view of the city and its monuments like the man-made Palm Jumeirah, Museum of the Future, desert landscape, and more. It is a unique perspective and a luxury activity that tourists must experience during their holidays.
8. Book a VIP Marina Yacht
Cruising in the marina under the sun on a luxury yacht with a view of the city’s skyline is an incredible experience. Whether you want to party with your friends or go on a romantic cruise with your love, a luxury yacht is all you need. With onboard entertainment and amenities like a DJ, photographer, a kitchen, comfortable seating, dining, and more. Cruise along the coast of Dubai on a luxury yacht and take in the beautiful sights of the beaches and other landmarks.
Final Thoughts
Dubai is one of the most luxurious destinations in the world, which also makes it one of the most expensive. There is no luxury the tourists won’t find there, with luxury spas, exclusive shopping tours, distinct landmarks, desert safaris, and more. Virikson Holidays offers affordable packages for all-inclusive Dubai holidays. Visit our website, get a quote for your customized Dubai holiday package, and start packing.
