ROMANTIC DUBAI
Much more than just a business hub, Dubai is the perfect honeymoon destination. It offers unforgettable experiences, such as hot air ballooning, shark and stingray viewing, private yacht parties and romantic resorts
for luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture and a lively nightlife scene. Burj Khalifa, an 830-metre-tall tower, dominates the skyscraper-filled skyline. On artificial islands just offshore is Atlantis, The Palm, a resort with water and marine-animal parks.
But this global city is more than just a business hub. The most populous city in the United Arab Emirates is one of the most exciting destinations in the Middle East. It’s the perfect honeymoon destination, offering unforgettable experiences.
As one of the world’s most exhilarating and remarkable destinations, Dubai offers a host of options for honeymooners looking to unwind and indulge to heat up the romance.
Here are some of Dubai’s most romantic holiday or honeymoon ideas. Opt to go high to the sky, get wet by the ocean, or stay dry and explore what the city has to offer. You can’t get more sky high than at the top of the world’s tallest building. At 828 metres high, the world’s tallest building combines art, heritage and engineering, offers stunning views of the city and is home to the world’s highest restaurant. Indulge in a sunset drink at At. mosphere and take in the breathtaking panoramic vision of Dubai’s desert, sea and city-scape. Far removed from the glitz and glamour of the city, yet still just a short drive away, these magical hot air balloon rides let you immerse yourselves in the heart of the desert, silently drifting over an endless ocean of shimmering dunes, emerald green oases, and wandering oryx, gazelles and camels. Witness a breath-taking sunrise against the backdrop of the majestic Hajjar Mountains, and take in the natural beauty of a desert untouched. Romance is not always about getting mushy. There are some who prefer a gravity defying experiences to seal their love. Hurl yourself from a plane soaring at 13,000ft, taking in the incredible views over Dubai. Take your lover to dive down into the waters of The Lost Chambers at Atlantis The Palm and pop the question in the company of 65,000 marine animals. Among the sharks and stingray, write your proposal - and hope for a positive response! Whisk your loved one away on board a luxury yacht and enjoy the spell binding views of Dubai’s skyline from the waters of the warm Arabian Gulf. Exclusive Yachts offers anything from a 48ft yacht complete with two crew men to 86ft yacht with a rich teak decking, inbuilt BBQ and full surround sound music system. It holds 40 people – so there’s more than enough room for just the two of you – Milk and honey baths, roses, candles, soft music and ambient lighting – there’s nothing more romantic than a couple’s spa experience. The Romance 1001 Roses package at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray’s Talise Spa promises couples true bliss as they step in to their private treatment room complete with Jacuzzi and sauna facilities. Retreat to rejuvenation at this dream-like resort in the desert. It may seem like a mirage but this romantic resort hidden in the dunes is a fantasy come true – and just half an hour’s drive from the city centre. The options are endless, allowing you to make your stay as relaxing or as active as you like. Top up your tan with a soak in the pool followed by a refreshing beverage, explore the surrounding dunes with a desert drive or camel ride, or balance out the senses with a meditative treatment or massage in the resort’s indulgent spa.
With wedding season in full swing, many soon-to-be newlyweds are looking to find the perfect honeymoon destination that offers unforgettable experiences. As one of the world’s most exhilarating and remarkable destinations, Dubai offers a host of options for honeymooners looking to unwind, indulge and enjoy newly-wedded bliss!