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About Dubai

About Dubai

Dubai is the business, financial and leisure capital of the Middle East Region and boasts a highly developed economy and infrastructure. Its strategic location provides easy access to Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, China, Africa and other CIS countries.

Whilst Dubai is considered to be the shopping capital of the Middle East that offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle, it is also a regional centre for higher education catering to a large body of international students.

The UAE is considered the 2nd safest country and Dubai being the 7th safest city in the world as per the 2021 Mid-Year Numbeo Crime Index making it a very attractive destination for international students and visitors.

About Dubai

Shopping in Dubai

There’s no better place in the region to embark on some retail therapy than in Dubai. Home to nearly 100 shopping malls including the famous Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Mall, traditional souks and the highest number of food and beverage outlets per capita in the world, Dubai is truly a shopper’s paradise.

Some of the most visited shopping destinations include:

  • Mall of the Emirates featuring an indoor ski resort with 22,500 square meters of indoor ski area and plenty of budget-friendly, high-end and luxury retail stores.
  • Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest shopping malls in UAE that overlooks the famous Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain and a retail haven for shoppers.
  • Bur Dubai Souk, a lively waterfront marketplace with vendors selling from textiles to lighting and purses and is the perfect stop for souvenirs.
  • Palm Jumeirah, the world-famous tree-shaped man-made island known for its upmarket global restaurants, fancy hotels and luxurious shopping experiences with the new Nakheel Mall, Golden Mile Galleria and The Point centrally located.
  • City Walk Mall that is an urban living concept where you can find high-end international fashion and accessories, and a variety of restaurants.
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a traditional Middle Eastern marketplace and in close proximity of Burj Al Arab and Wild Wadi Waterpark. It offers a selection of dining spots on the banks of a river and
  • Dubai Marina Mall is located right on the waterfront and will offer yet another option to indulge in some retail therapy.

The Dubai Shopping Festival, that runs from January to February and the Dubai Summer Surprises, held from June to August are two major events in the region’s retail calendar.

UOWD’s campus is at the heart of Dubai’s training hub, Knowledge Park. The Dubai Knowledge Park development offers easy public transport links from the Dubai Internet City metro station, as well as a range of food and shopping outlets and onsite service providers.

Dubai is home to attractions such as

Burj Khalifa
Dubai Fountain
Burj Al Arab
Pier 7
Dubai Parks & Resorts
La Mer Dubai
Dubai Creek
Bastakia (Old Dubai)

Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa is the world's tallest building and visitors can experience the amazing panoramic view of the Dubai city skyline from the Observation Desk located on the 124th floor.

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Dubai Fountain

Dubai Fountain is the world's largest choreographed fountain system, at the center of the Downtown Dubai. Visitors can enjoy a mesmerizing show of water and light accompanied by classical & contemporary music from around the world. 

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Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab is one of the most extravagant hotels in the world. This sail shaped hotel features one of the tallest grand atriums at 180 metres high. The hotel offers several fine dining options (without having to stay at the hotel), including six restaurants and three bar lounges. Guests can also make use of the famous Talise Spa and Fitness facilities, water sports, sight seeing and have exclusive private beach access.

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Pier 7

Pier 7 is a signature building with seven different restaurants on each of its floors. It is one of the most popular fine dining destinations in Dubai that celebrates diversity in the art of fine dining.

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Dubai Parks & Resorts

Dubai Parks & Resorts is the first integrated resort destination in the region and home of three world-class theme parks i.e. Motiongate, Bollywood and Legoland and one water park - Legoland Waterpark.

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La Mer Dubai

La Mer Dubai is a popular beachfront getaway offering loads of activities such as water slides to water sports, movies to inflatable playgrounds, beach strolls to swims, gourmet dining to high-end shopping.

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Dubai Creek

Dubai Creek is a saltwater river, divides the city into two main sections – Deira and Bur Dubai. The creek is a major hub for commercial and residential activities, and also a leading tourist attraction. Both sides of the Dubai Creek are surrounded with old-style markets, heritage buildings and museums and visitors can opt for a dhow cruise experience, browse the markets and much more. Deira is home the famous Gold Souk and Spice Souk and a must-visit destination if you have a soft spot for gold jewelry and spices.

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Bastakia (Old Dubai)

Bastakia (Old Dubai) provides tourist a unique trip down memory lane – to an era that pre-dates the federation of the Emirates and is well worth a visit.

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Established in 1993, University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is the first international Australian university in the UAE, and is now part of a global brand that has campuses in Australia, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

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