Holidays - a welcome and long-awaited time. We dream about it all year, we plan every time we want to this year's fond memories warm us during the working year. That's why most people prefer to plan their holidays in advance, which would be possible to avoid all unforeseen and not very pleasant situation. But the most important and legitimate question in this planning: where to go in the coming holiday? It is unlikely that you will get an unforgettable experience, if you spend a month on the couch watching TV or in the country for regular weeding the beds.
Country travel, according to the majority, must meet many requirements: suitable for a beach holiday, to have a high level of service, a tranquil political situation, opportunities for leisure activities of people with different needs. At the same time, the ideal resort should be available for people with different financial capabilities. That is why in recent years, many are choosing vacation in the United Arab Emirates, for the State meets all the requirements described above.
East fairy tale reality
The United Arab Emirates is very young country, formed in 1971 and located on the Arabian Peninsula. A little more than 40 years of its history, this country has managed to transform itself from a desert oasis in a comfortable state in whose territory the towering skyscrapers, has a variety of luxury hotels, parks, gardens. Tourist infrastructure UAE envy of many countries: the spectrum of all kinds of entertainment are so broad that absolutely everyone can choose something for everyone.
Many tour operators offer tours to the UAE, including the system all inclusive. However, if you wish, you can go to that country and their own. Simply choose what kind of the emirate of the seven available for you, then find the right airline flight and hotel stay, and boldly go on vacation. The locals are very hospitable and welcome visitors from different countries, so you can not worry about their safety.
Visa to the United Arab Emirates to get much easier than, for example, Schengen, but some documents to you all still have to collect. Most travelers make out a tourist visa. If you plan to stay in the country for more than two weeks, you will need a visitor's visa. In the event that the United Arab Emirates - is not the only state that you plan to visit during the holidays, you will have to issue a transit visa.
Special attention at the entrance to this country should pay for drugs that you're taking with you: it prohibited the use of codeine and all medicines that contain it. Since codeine is found in many of antipyretic and analgesic popular among our fellow citizens, better to get acquainted with the composition of drugs in your medicine cabinet. If any medicines you are taking on the advice of the doctor, the customs will be required to present a prescription, and in some cases even get a special permit.
Resorts UAE or How to choose the right Emirate
The structure of the State consists of seven emirates, each of them has its own characteristics. That is why better to choose a specific resort UAE: rest on them may be somewhat different and more suitable for people with different needs and preferences.
- Abu Dhabi - the largest in territory and rich emirate country
The eponymous city is the capital of the UAE, but because it is here that the main focus of state infrastructure, major business centers, etc. At the same time it is in Abu Dhabi you will find many green parks in the shade of which will be able to hide from the heat and enjoy the beauty of exotic trees, once planted personally by locals right at the desert.
The structure of this part of the emirate's two hundred islands, and virtually all of them created the conditions for a modern holiday. Tourists in Abu Dhabi attracts the fact that the majority of hotels are located directly on the coast.
The main attraction of this area is the palace of al-Husn, which is located inside the old fort. This ancient building was erected for the protection of fresh water, and here today hosts numerous excursions that allow you to feel the atmosphere of oriental charm and dive into a real fairy tale.
Lovers of history will draw the village, which has been completely restored an old ancestral way of life of local residents, for example, the tribe of Beni Jaz from Liwa. Here you can explore the unique museum-houses, buy ethnic souvenirs for all your loved ones.
Holidays in the UAE in Abu Dhabi is more suitable for those who, even while on vacation wants to feel in the center of civilization. Shoppers, once the capital of the emirate, will be able to indulge in a shopping interesting, because there are plenty of shopping complexes, while they themselves have always been famous Emirates loyal prices and variety of assortment. The most popular products among our compatriots - furs and jewelry, you'll boast of returning home.
- The most popular tourist resort - Dubai
For vacationers in Dubai presents a variety of entertainment so that you can organize your leisure with dignity regardless of whether you are planning a vacation alone, with friends or with the whole family.
If you are visiting Dubai is not on the ticket, or your tour operator does not offer sightseeing tours to the main attractions of the resort, you can read them by ordering a special water taxi or rent a small sightseeing plane. During this tour you will be able to visit such historical and architectural monuments, a museum in Fort Al Fahidi, the palace of Sheikh Zayed, whose windows offer stunning views of the sea, ships and yachts, the Burj Nahar watchtower, against which love to be photographed tourists.
Holidays in the UAE will satisfy the needs of fans and active entertainment: here you can ride a jet ski, scuba diving or windsurfing (a special kind of sailing). If you have always dreamed of flying in the air, you can fulfill your dreams with the help of paragliding and walks in a balloon. In addition, the territory of almost all hotels in the city has golf, tennis and gyms. In the heart of Dubai and is a unique ice town. Impressions from the fact that in the midst of a hot day you find yourself in a cool place where you can slide down a snowy hill with skiing or ice skating, simply unforgettable. Your possibilities are endless in the resort - the main thing to find the time and energy to explore all the sights and do not be afraid to try something new.
Sharjah and the eponymous town for those who want to spend a holiday in a small and quiet hotel on the coast of the Persian Gulf. This resort is located on the shore of the lagoon, and because the sea is always calm and somewhat warmer than in other emirates.
Holidays in the UAE in Sharjah also attracts lovers of history: the National Museum, located here, will tell you about all the stages of development of the country. Interesting, but at the same time, it is the traditional exhibits are designed and presented in such a way that people will be able to attract even indifferent to such cultural events like going on excursions.
Bazaars in Sharjah are considered to be the most colorful in the country, they have preserved their unique oriental style. Here you can buy marine fish, various spices, decorations in national style, scarves and much more. Do not forget about their ability to bargain, because here it is useful to you than anywhere else!
If you go on vacation with the kids, it can safely go to Sharjah: here is one of the nation's largest amusement parks, and in a calm lagoon no dangerous sea creatures, so you will not worry and worry until your child will splash in water.
Emirate of Fujairah - a great find for those who during the rest prefer to see themselves at least some people and a maximum of spectacular scenery. Hot springs, waterfalls, mountains, nature reserves - here's how you can describe this resort. On the territory of the Emirate are also several forts, visiting which will diversify the beach holiday, mountain climbing and hiking on Protected Areas.
If in between a relaxing beach holiday you want vivid sensations and adrenaline, go to a bullfight. Local competitions are very different from traditional Spanish, and therefore attract the connoisseurs of such entertainment from around the world.
- Adzhaman - small emirate, the most suitable for a family vacation
Locals are used to the unhurried and measured way of life here is calm and quiet. This resort is unlikely to attract lovers of extreme adventure and a great group of friends, but married couples of all ages come here with great pleasure. There is also frequented by tourists, it is counting on budget vacation at the same time wishing to live in good conditions and get decent service.
The main pride of the residents Adzhamana - speed Mosque, which attracts tourists with its unusual design. On the territory of the emirate also survived several old forts and watchtowers.
- Umm Al Quwain is famous for its nature reserve
Here you will find quite a few tourists, because the infrastructure of the area of the country has not developed as much as in other emirates. But there is an old market with the stone houses and windmills. If you want to get away from the everyday hustle and imagine that you are traveling not only from country to country, but in time, you are welcome in Umm Al Quwain!
- Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah
Ras al Khaimah was once famous for extracting the pearls here and pirates, thanks to which even called the pirate coast. Today, it is a fairly quiet resort, where you can find small and cozy hotels. This emirate is also considered agricultural and agricultural center of the country, so the kitchen is at the highest level, no matter whether you want to try traditional European and national dishes.
If you can not decide so, what specific emirate worth a visit, or want to explore as much as possible during the holidays as much as possible points of interest, do not despair: there are plenty of excursions that include visiting the different Emirates. And if you want to bring to your vacation some flavor, you can even go on a seven-day sea cruise with a visit to all of the best resorts in the United Arab Emirates.
The best time to holiday in the United Arab Emirates
Reviews of holiday in the UAE and the local climate suggest that it is better to go to that country in the period from September to mid-May. It was at this time is set soft and warm weather, and the sea and sand warmed up well enough. Over, in December and January is unlikely to go to this country with young children, because the water in the sea for them to be too cold. But in the remaining months of the high season, the temperature of the sea is not very different from the air temperature, which averages about 30 degrees.
What is the hottest season is in September - May, this does not mean that the UAE is not suitable for summer vacation. Just at this time of the year it is set quite hot weather. However, almost all the local establishments are air-conditioned and features a swimming pool with cool water. Therefore, if you are not afraid of the temperature around 40 degrees, you can enjoy the delights of this oriental country at any time of year, especially in the summer, during the low season, prices for all services are somewhat lower.
