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Once a small fishing village in the 18th century, Dubai has today grown into an international trade center. Dubai’s revenue from oil has been the primary factor behind the growth and development of the city; however, the main focus for Dubai has always been luxury and tourism. Today Dubai is famous for having the second-highest number of five-star hotels in the world.   The city is also famous for being home to the tallest building in the world – the Burj Khalifa, a major tourist attraction that is over half a mile tall!

Trivia – Here are some interesting and lesser-known facts about magical Dubai.

1. Dubai was known for pearl exports until 1930 when the trade was irreparably damaged by the Great Depression and the innovation of cultured pearls that followed.
2. An oil exploration contract was signed in 1937 with Dubai, but oil trade began only in 1966 when oil was discovered in the territorial waters off Dubai.  Today, oil money equates to just 1% of Dubai’s wealth!
3. This leads us to the fact that, most of Dubai’s wealth comes from tourism! The total tourism revenue today equates to 20% of Dubai’s GDP

Travelling to Dubai

Applying for a visa to Dubai is now a cakewalk. Search for our outsourced visa and passport centers nearest to your location and visit us to apply for the UAE visa or apply online. Our outsourced visa service centers are not only located in India but in other countries as well.

At BLS International, we assure you of a seamless, efficient, and quick visa application experience, ensuring that the start of your holiday is pleasant and memorable!

Unique Experience in Dubai

A common misconception is that Dubai is only meant for the super affluent. But we assure you that anyone can have the most enjoyable time in this city! Experience the city’s sights, sounds, and culture through this guide that we have put together for you:

Dubai Mall  

One of the largest in the world that boasts of artistic installations and big-name retailers, the Dubai Mall is not like the local malls back home. You can easily spend an entire day at this mall as you try to absorb the sheer size of the complex.

Shed those extra pounds just walking and exploring the mall!

Zipline through the Dubai Marina

If you are an adventure seeker, this is one of the most unique experiences in Dubai! A sequel to the previous Dubai Fountain line, which covered the iconic fountains, the Marina Zipline is run by X-Line Dubai, and they offer a zip wire double the length of the original – thus giving a chance to zipline along with a partner.

What’s more? You are also offered a camera to record your thrilling adventure.

Off-Road Desert Experience

Take on the red sand dunes of the Dubai desert in a 4×4 safari. Also known as Dune Bashing, the experience is quite thrilling.

You can also indulge in activities like camel riding, sand boarding, and shisha when you sign up for the Desert experience. Also, you can gorge on soul-satisfying, authentic cuisine at the desert camps while being entertained by local artists.

Now that is truly unforgettable.

Go Skiing

Skiing!? In Dubai? Yes, you read that right! Dubai offers you two kinds of Ski experiences – one in the hot desert, where you can conquer the dunes of Dubai with your ski gear, and the other at Ski Dubai, the first indoor snow ski resort in the Middle East.

Ski Dubai, located in the Mall of Emirates, offers you the thrill of skiing on actual snow-capped mountains. The facility covers an area of 22,500 sqm.

And that’s not just it… Ski Dubai also allows you to hang out with a colony of adorable King and Gentoo penguins. We bet you would have never imagined being able to do this in a desert!

Visit the Burj Khalifa and Burj AL-Arab

A visit to Dubai is only complete if you visit these two iconic structures. Engineering and architectural masterpieces in their own right, it is quite something to look up at these two awe-inspiring structures from the ground and a breath taking experience when you make your way to the top.

Feel the world stop around you as you soak in unrivalled views of the city from the top of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, and the winner of 6 world records. It is truly an experience of a lifetime!

Aquafun – The Inflatable Water Park

Dubai is home to the largest inflatable water park in the world. Aquafun, located at the bustling Jumeirah Beach Residence, offers over 72 obstacles to jump over and run. Enjoy a full day here with your friends and family as you have the time of your life under the sun!

Cool off at the plethora of restaurants, bars, and lounges within walking distance from Aquafun, or take a ride on the majestic Dubai Eye before heading back to your hotel.

Dubai Miracle Garden

Take a walk around one of the most spectacular gardens in Dubai, the Miracle Garden.

It is also the world’s largest flower garden, spanning over 72,000 sqm.

The garden displays an array of colours, owing to the 150 million flowers present here, that also decorate the many tunnels, and arches.

Visit the Butterfly Garden at the Miracle Garden and experience the beauty of these tiny creatures, resplendent in their unique colours.

Jumeirah Mosque

Yet another iconic landmark in Dubai, the white-stoned Jumeirah Mosque welcomes visitors of all faiths to its premises. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions, and photography, too, is allowed.

Take a tour of this magnificent mosque and sample traditional Arabic snacks as you learn more about Islam and the local culture here.

We hope that this brief guide has aroused your interest and has gotten you planning for a holiday in the beautiful city of Dubai.

So why wait any longer? Head to your nearest BLS outsourced visa center and apply for your Dubai visa today! Know more about the process at www.blsinternational.com