By: Alexa Shabinsky By: Alexa Shabinsky | May 19, 2022 | Culture,
For anyone who loves traveling, there is no doubt that one of the top destination on their bucket list or recommendation list is Dubai. From its vast beaches, modern architecture, luxury shopping and impeccable hospitality, this is a destination you don’t want to miss.
Getting to Dubai used to be difficult, with layovers and ultralong travel days, but the times have changed! Luckily for Miami travelers, the first-ever non-stop flight from Miami to Dubai is officially in act, flying five days a week to-and-from the idyllic cities. Emirates Airline launched this route in July 2021 and has not looked back. Through the Miami to Dubai route, Miami travelers are connected to over 89 global destinations, in the Middle East and beyond.
With traveling to one of the top cities in the world easily at our fingertips, we have rounded up a few must-do and must-see attractions in Dubai, from dining, sightseeing and shopping. Guests who travel on Emirates, have the opportunity to take advantage of My Emirates Pass which offers discounted rates at a variety of destinations throughout the city.
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As the tallest tower in the world, there is no doubt that sightseeing to the Burj Khalifa is a must-do on every trip to Dubai, especially your first. The Burj Khalifa is a one-stop destination for tourists, offering a lounge, observation deck and even a full-service hotel. Over 160 stories tall, this building breaks world records for almost all categories from tallest building in the world to the highest outdoor observation deck in the world. While you don’t need to stay at the hotel within the Burj Khalifa, booking a ticket to the observation deck or to the lounge is a must experience.
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Shopping is an essential part of visiting Dubai, as the city is known for its plethora of designer shops, totalling up to 1,200 stores! Flying with Emirates gives travelers amazing perks at The Dubai Mall, as they can use My Emirates Pass to receive discounts at some of the biggest name stores in the mall from Moschino, Calvin Klein, Levi’s, Bloomingdale’s, Armani Exchange and Coach. Following your shopping experience, travelers can take advantage of all the entertainment offerings at the mall from the movie theater, ice drink and aquarium.
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Catch views of the city from the sea! Embrace the beautiful and impressive architecture of Dubai through a unique tour which explores modern Dubai and Canal City. Emirates travelers can receive a complimentary boarding pass for this one-of-a-kind experience viewing Dubai from a completely new angle.
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As a city as futuristic as Dubai, there is no doubt that the Museum of The Future is a destination all tourists should see. The museum experience is like no other, taking guests on a journey to 2071. From technology, ideation and innovation, the museum opens your eyes through a completely immersive experience that evokes all of your senses.
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Ristorante L’Olivo at Al Mahara is a culinary masterpiece that all visitors should experience, taking in the beauty Dubai has to offer. Run by two Michelin-starred chefs, the food is of course impeccable, but the atmosphere is what diners run back for. Located within the aquarium at the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah the restaurant is set alongside floor-to-ceiling aquarium views. With a seafood centric menu, there is truly no better destination than this.
Photography by: Courtesy Emirates Airline