Dubai Tour: Experience the charm of Arab hospitality on Dhow cruise
The Hindu
Dubai is the city that fascinates tourists across the age, cultures, and interests. It is on the list of almost every wanderlust. The city offers world-class architecture, amenities, adventure, and fa
Dubai is the city that fascinates tourists across the age, cultures, and interests. It is on the list of almost every wanderlust. The city offers world-class architecture, amenities, adventure, and famous Arabian hospitality. However, anyone visiting Dubai doesn’t forget to witness the beauty of the city from Dhow Cruises floating on beautiful Dubai Marina and Dubai Creek, enhancing the beauty of these renowned waterbodies, and giving sight of the state-of-art architecture of this beautiful city.One thing is definite is something every traveler must experience as it is the essence of Dubai. Something that is exclusive to Dubai and could not be found in any other corner of the World.
Dhow, a beautiful traditional wooden boat with a deck that has been converted into a restaurant, is one of the biggest attractions of Dubai. Dhow has been part of Arabian heritage for many centuries. As the modern transport progressed, their place shifted from day-to-day to these beautiful floating restaurants displaying Amirates legacy. Transportation to Dhow cruises is available on both Dubai Marina and Dubai Creek. However, each has its own specialty.
Dubai Creek is a beautiful natural water body that separates the old city called Bur Dubai from the new called Deira. Bur Dubai accommodates many historical buildings places and has a feel of ancient Arab culture and heritage, while Deira or New Dubai is more about the recent urban development of high-rise towers, hotels, and other modern amenities. Dhow Cruise Dubai Marina and Dhow Cruise Dubai Creek are both cruises that will stay in fond memories for the whole lifetime. Al Wasl Dhow is a prominent tour operator in Dubai who offers booking facilities on both cruises.
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