Dubai is a luxurious city on the shores of the Persian Gulf. Even 50 years ago it was an unremarkable desert settlement, which is hard to believe now. And now every day several flights depart from Moscow and other CIS cities to Dubai. Reviews of tourists who bought a tour to Dubai in January, report that the travel time is only 5 hours.
What do weather forecasters say?
Dubai is one of the hottest cities in the world. In the summer, the thermometer rises to +45 degrees. For this reason, some tourists prefer to visit Dubai in January. Winter is mild, and in the daytime the air temperature averages +26 degrees, which does not exclude swimming in the sea, especially since the water is rarely colder +20. But in the evening it is better to have a sweater or a windbreaker. Some tourists write in reviews that the weather in Dubai in January will please mid-latitude residents frozen over the long winter.
The most interesting museum
The oldest building in Dubai is Al Fahidi Fort, its foundation is dated to the end of the 18th century. The fortress is built of clay, limestone, coral and shell rock. It is worth visiting for everyone who wants to see Dubai, as it was in ancient times. The Al Fahidi Museum houses a magnificent collection of weapons and musical instruments.
Architectural sights
Dubai has the tallest building on the planet - the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. In the tourist season, tickets to the observation deck must be booked in a few weeks. However, Dubai in January is not particularly overloaded with tourists, and tickets can be bought on the ground floor of the tower right before the tour. Reading the reviews of tourists, it is easy to come to the conclusion that it is worth coming to Dubai at least in order to admire this fantastic panorama.
The world's largest artificial archipelago is located in Dubai and is called the "Palm Jumeirah." This is a telling name since the islands are palm-shaped. One of the islands occupies an amazingly beautiful hotel, built in the Arabic style - Atlantis the Palm.
At the foot of the Burj Khalifa is the famous Dubai Fountain. This is the highest fountain in the world, a truly grandiose sight! Musical and lighting accompaniment makes it simply fantastic.
The Jumeirah mosque, built in a medieval style, is one of the few in the world where people of non-Islamic faith are allowed. In their reviews, tourists warn that entry into it is allowed only with a guided tour. In the evening, the mosque looks especially mysterious due to the backlight.
Vacation spots
Dubai has the largest flower garden in the world - Dubai Miracle Garden. This is a real oasis in the middle of the desert. Of the many colors here are stunning compositions in the form of a mill, an hour dial, a pyramid and even castles. Also in this park is a butterfly garden. Exotic exhibits fly among visitors, they can even be touched.
Those who decide to swim in the sea are advised by tourists: in Dubai there is Jumeirah Open Beach (an open beach, or, as it is also called, Russian), chosen by our compatriots. From here you can see all the main Dubai attractions: the Burj Khalifa, the Parus Hotel and Palm Island. Admission is free, you need to pay a fee only for renting a sunbed and an umbrella.
Entertainment
Dubai in January is worth visiting for diving enthusiasts. This time is considered ideal for scuba diving. The Arabian Sea is calm in winter, and swimmers are much less than in the spring and autumn months. In addition, in January, there is a peak in the activity of marine life. Reviews of tourists are recommended to beginners by the Dubai Mall Aquarium.
A Dubai tour in January will allow exotic lovers to take jeep safaris to the desert - a popular excursion. This is just an incredible picture! Dunes are 10–20 meters high, and around there is only a sea of sand. However, the desert is a desert, and even in March-April you can feel like in a hot pan, but the temperature in Dubai in January is acceptable even for such a trip.
It's hard to believe, but you can ski in Dubai. Those who miss winter sports will be able to read in the reviews of tourists that Ski Dubai is working here. It is located in the Mall of the Emirates. Slopes of different difficulty levels, covered with artificial snow, are equipped for both skiers and snowboarders. Sports equipment and warm clothes can be rented here.
Such sunsets, as over the Persian Gulf, still look! When the bright red sun sinks into the ocean, a crowd of tourists with cameras is lining up on the shore. But how wonderful it is to observe this phenomenon while in the water! Fortunately, nothing is impossible, and sea cruises from Dubai Marina (yacht mooring) are sent to Dubai. By the way, according to tourists, it is also worth seeing the panorama of Dubai from the sea. This is an unforgettable picture, especially in the evening, when the city is full of lights.
Shopping
Dubai is one of the recognized capitals of world shopping. Especially during the period of grand sales, when discounts on some goods up to 80%. A winter sale called the Dubai Trade Festival begins after the New Year and continues through February. Therefore, Dubai in January is the best time for successful shopping.
What an East without the famous bazaars! Gold souk - the gold market - will amaze anyone with its variety of jewelry. There are rings, bracelets, earrings in oriental style for every taste.
Well, of course, how not to bring a real saffron with you! For spices, head to the Spicy souk, a spice market. There you can buy real Arabic coffee, oriental sweets and a coffee pot in the form of an Aladdin’s lamp or a beautiful handmade carpet.
National cuisine
Local cooking has become a mix of Lebanese and Syrian cooking traditions. Everywhere - chic restaurants with a colorful atmosphere that specialize in Middle Eastern cuisine. Wonderful dishes, such as excellent grilled lamb and other meat dishes, await their guests. And where without the small oriental coffee houses! In them you can try a delicious aromatic drink with cardamom and sweets, as well as get acquainted with the traditions of Arabian coffee.
Why is it better to rest in Dubai in January?
When the New Year arrives and the time comes for the Christmas holidays, there is a desire to leave the hatched, at best, snow-covered, or even just dank places and bask in the sun. After studying the reviews of tourists, it becomes clear why they choose a vacation in Dubai in January:
- passing through the eastern bazaars, you can plunge into the fairy tale of 1001 nights;
- soak up the rays of the gentle sun;
- climb the tallest skyscraper in the world;
- visit the largest man-made archipelago of Palm Jumeirah;
- see first hand the fountain show;
- get a tan in the middle of winter without a solarium;
- make a January scuba dive;
- visit the desert oasis - Dubai Miracle Garden;
- take a picture of the scarlet sunset over the Persian Gulf;
- taste aromatic Arabic coffee.
There are many reasons to visit Dubai in January, as tourists say in the reviews. So, you can safely pack your bags!