United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

Dubai will lead you into a historical sojourn like no other place in the world. The primary history of this city’s establishment is not that well documented; however, research suggests that this land is close to 4,000 years old. Modern Dubai has evolved from fishing populations, which existed along the coast of the Arabian Gulf during the 1830s. The Dubai Creek was an ancient port of trade, very busy during times of trade between Indus Valley and Mesopotamian civilizations. The historic finds that give us insight into this ancient city lie preserved as artefacts in the archaeological section of the Dubai Museum.

Dubai is the second largest emirate among the seven that exist as the United Arab Emirates. It is located on the southern shore of the Gulf. The city is known to house one of the world’s most curated experiences. A bustling metropolitan steeped in culture and tradition, Dubai is the epitome of the amalgamation of western luxury and mid-western morals. The region is characterized under “desert vegetation” for a reason, for the temperature here remains high all year long. Dubai enjoys a sub-tropical, arid climate. Large populations of expats live here, including Arab, Asians, and European.

How to reach Dubai

By Air – The main airport in Dubai is the Dubai International Airport. All major airlines fly to this airport on a daily basis. Emirates Airlines is the preferable and national carrier that operates flights to Dubai. The Sharjah International Airport is another important node here, although only a few airlines land and take off from there. A taxi ride from the airport to the main city costs about 50 Dirham.

By Bus – Daily buses connect Dubai to the other emirates. The Emirates Express plies on a frequented route from everywhere in the Emirates, including Sharjah, Ajman, Masafi, and Abu Dhabi.

By Road – One can drive from Oman to Dubai across the international borders without needing a permit or fee upon entering Dubai; however, an exit fee of 3,000 Omani Rial will be charged upon leaving Oman. Make sure you retain the slip as the receipt must be produced during the return trip.

What to do in Dubai

A few decades ago, Dubai was a land of strong winds carrying the desert soil over and about the vast cityscape. It used to be a land of sparsely scattered skyscrapers. Presently, however, it is a widely populated metropolitan, which houses post-modern tall buildings, and within the alleys, retains the charm of the Old Dubai Town. It is the perfect amalgamation of tradition and modernism. Explore the city, which is referred to as one of the most affluent in the world, soaking in the olden culture of the Arabs alongside the buzzing nightlife that’s on offer.

Whether scouring the city’s popular spots, like visiting the traditional establishments, modern architectural marvels, a man-made beach and the best flea markets in all of the Emirates, tourists to Dubai have a many options to choose from:

Burj Khalifa

Dubai Deira Fish Souk

The Dubai Mall

Old Souk

The Dubai Fountain

Palm Jumeirah

Dubai Creek

Naif Souk

Alserkal Art District in Al Quoz

The Grand Mosque

Kite Beach

Dubai Marina

The Desert

Meena Bazaar

Al Fahidi

IMG Worlds of Adventure, indoor theme park

The Dubai Canal

Madinat Jumeirah

Dubai Opera

The Walk at JBR

Dubai Safari

Jumeirah Beach

Marina Beach

Jumeirah Mosque

Many operators offer private safaris across the wildlife and desert attractions in the vicinity. For night safaris, tourists are taken to an area 20 minutes away from downtown Dubai.

Apart from safaris, ATV tours, camel rides in the dunes, and hot air balloon rides are also popular activities most enthusiasts.

Major Airports in and near Dubai

The main airport in Dubai is the Dubai International Airport. This airport connects Dubai to other emirates as well as major international destinations. All international flights to and from Dubai land here.

MakeMyTrip offers a wide range of flights to Dubai. One can easily use the website to book a flight to Dubai or from Dubai, with the major airport being a hub to domestic and international airlines. MakeMyTrip flights to Dubai can be availed at highly discounted rates during festivals and off seasons.

The second largest city in South Africa, Cape Town is the capital of the Western Cape Province, and is also the legislative capital of South Africa. Located in the south-west corner, the place is a mix of modern values and an ancestral culture values. Also named as the Mother City in South Africa, Cape Town is in the list of world class metropolitan cities, with historical and cultural significance to woo visitors. Being the home place of one of the seven wonders of nature, ‘Table Mountain’, the charisma gets glorified to a greater extent with Cape Peninsula's wonder. It holds the tag of the affluent 'floral kingdom' in the whole world. The peninsula is among the few masterpieces carved by the Mother Nature. It dominates the area by imposing an edgy mountain spine, criss-cross valleys, constrained by cliffs. The climate is generally moderate, but the best time to visit the place is between October and November, December to February or March to May. You can have an easy reach to this place through different transport mediums. If coming by air, you can land at Cape Town International Airport, which is the second largest airport in the South Africa. You can also reach the place by either opting a train or bus facility, or simply enter the place, driving through the wide roads of the city in your own car or bike. There are numerous attractions which you can explore at the place, like Bo-Kaap, the castle of good hop Robben Island, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Memorial. Do not forget to witness the magnificent opportunity of seeing the great white shark and witness the thrill of the ocean predators. You can also visit the artistic museums, galleries and theatres for a deep dive into the culture of the city. The city offers multiple dining options to their visitors with delectable cuisines and par-class services. When planning for such an outrageous trip, you need to be sure of some things in advance, which are your tickets, proper accommodation and the conveyance picked to roam around the city. MakeMyTrip ensures proper customer satisfaction and offers you the best deals and offers. The online ticket booking is no more a hectic task and with that you can also decide on your accommodation arrangements for the trip.