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Top Things To Do
Go haggling in Dubai's famous souks, magnets for those in search of gold and jewellery bargains, and also for photographers or those who just want to experience the sights, smells and hubbub (www.dubaitourism.ae).
Desert driving
Experience off-road driving in the desert - vehicles are for hire either with or without guides. Numerous operators offer desert driving trips, among them Desert Rangers, which also runs adventure safaris into the wilderness (www.desertrangers.com).
Play golf
Take your golf bag - Dubai is one of the world's top golfing destinations. Venues like the Emirates Golf Club (www.dubaigolf.com) regularly host top international competitions, and others are dotted around the UAE. You can even try your hand at sand golf.
Deep-sea fishing
The waters of the Gulf are excellent fishing grounds. Fully-equipped boats with crew can be hired from Dubai's Jebel Ali Hotel marina for deep-sea fishing trips.
East coast
Head for the East Coast, with its lush coastline, mountains, sandy bays and beaches, ancient fortresses and date palm groves sloping down to the edge of the Indian Ocean. Scuba-diving and snorkelling are very popular here.
Beaches
Sun yourself on Dubai's superb white sandy beaches. Much of the long expanse of Jumeirah Beach in Dubai is dominated by luxury hotels and their facilities but there is a good stretch of public beach available (www.dubaitourism.ae).
Horse racing
Go to the races at the annual Dubai World Cup (www.dubaiworldcup.com), or learn more about the Arabs' passion for horses at the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club (www.adec-web.com) close to the UAE's capital.
Family fun
If you're travelling with kids, take them to the Magic Planet children's centre in the Deira City shopping mall, or to Dubai's Wonderland family fun park (www.wonderlanduae.com), which offers a wide range of watery attractions for the youngsters.
Boat trip
Take a traditional dhow cruise along the Abu Dhabi Corniche - you'll find the boats moored along the city breakwater. Various durations are available, some including food as you cruise (www.visitabudhabi.ae).
Desert dinner
Dine under the stars at Bab Al Shams Desert Resort (www.jumeirah.com) in a traditional Arabic setting, where the mood of old Arabia is captured perfectly through the lively entertainment of belly dancers, henna artists, live bands and falcon displays.
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