Dubai is undoubtedly a treasure for tourists with its vibrant diversity and culture. In fact, Dubai is the shining star and most mind-blowing modern city in the world. There are always more than enough reasons to visit Dubai whether it is skyscrapers filled with the world’s tallest buildings, frame or magnificent beaches, or mesmeric marine life. Truly Dubai is an oasis of luxurious modernity that’s what draws everyone in the world to choose Dubai vacation.
The main highlight of Dubai tour packages from India is the world’s tallest building Burj Khalifa, the world’s only 7-star hotel, the world’s largest man-made island Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest natural flower garden, and many more things to offer you. If you are planning a Dubai trip from India, don’t worry you have landed in the right place. I am here to help you with the hassle-free online Dubai visa process, the best time to plan your trip, the best shopping places, where to eat, and some travel tips. Check them on https://pickyourtrail.com/packages/dubai
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Dubai for Indians
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Indians are always fond of visiting Dubai at least once in their lifetime. But Dubai is 4 times more expensive than India. From the process of planning a passport visa, then comes flight tickets, shopping, travel transfer in Dubai, food, accommodation, and all. You would be spending approximately 75,000 to 85,000 per person. But that will depend on the person and their number of days on a trip. Don’t think that Dubai flights are super expensive, planning your trip ahead makes sure you get the best available deals in names of flight, accommodation, booking of Dubai activities, and many more. More about funny activities in Dubai you can find on DesertRaja.
Here is the list of flight ticket prices from major Indian countries:
- Delhi – 16,000 to 20,000 INR
- Mumbai – 15,000 to 17,000 INR
- Kolkata – 25,000 to 27,000 INR
- Chennai – 17,000 to 22,000 INR
- Bangalore – 19,000 to 23,000 INR
Some flights will take you directly to Dubai in a straight stretch of 3 hours and 50 minutes journey while other flights will have a connecting option to transfer from one flight to another flight to reach Dubai.
You will be spending a cost of 20,000 per person on the attraction activities in Burj Khalifa, Water park, Ferrari World, Dubai frame, and about Dubai Mall shopping it depends on what stuff you are buying.
Dubai Visa Informations
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An Indian passport holder is necessary to have a Dubai visa to enter the UAE. You will get the visa within 24 hours or a maximum of 5 working days, it purely depends on the type of company you applied to. The general 14 days visa for Indian tourists costs 7000 INR and it will be changed upon the number of days you are planning to stay. The other different types of visas are 96 hours transit visas, 30 days visas, and 90 days visas. The visa includes medical insurance, service charges, and all the taxes. Travelers are recommended to apply for a visa 10 days prior to your journey. And also, the Indian passport holder should have a validity of more than six months from the arrival date.
OK to Board!
As a tourist, you won’t have a passport or visa stamped since it is online. Only the Dubai resident’s passport will have the stamp. Once you receive a valid visa online, you have to send your visa copy to the airline where you booked your flight tickets. After checking your visa, your airline approves your “Passenger Name Record” (PNR) as Ok to board. You cannot fly without the ok to board status, it is recommended to check your status at least 48 hours prior to departure.
This ok to board is not required for the Dubai resident passport holders, The documents required are a Scan copy of the passport’s first & last page, a Visa copy, a confirmed onward & return ticket, Pan card copy of the applicant.
Best time to Visit
If you are planning your Dubai trip, it is recommended to avoid the hotter months of April to September. Undoubtedly, the winter months are the best time to visit Dubai for outdoor activities and water sports activities. No, No, and No to plan your trip in the summertime since it will be 50-degree of extremely hot and humid you will not be able to enjoy your trip. Even some attractions are closed in the summertime so plan accordingly before you visit. The one thing that is good in summer times is you will have a cheap flight, you can escape from the crowd, hotels at relatively cheap cost and even you will get Dubai tour packages at a cheap price since that is an off-season period for Dubai tourism.
Shopping in Dubai
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Dubai is the world’s most top city that takes shopping seriously. You could get anything and everything from Dubai on your shopping list. Some of the must-buy things in Dubai are Perfume, chocolates, dry fruits, nuts, Arabic wear, carpet, rugs, Old Antiques, makeup products and Handicrafts. Here I will mention some of the places to must-visit if you are a shopaholic.
- The Dubai Mall
- Bur Dubai Souk Market
- Textile Souk Market
- Dubai Flea Market
- Dubai Shopping Center
- Karama Shopping Complex
- Mall of the Emirates
Where to Eat
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Right from international food to street local food Dubai has everything to offer you with a traditional taste. Dubai has a large number of Indian restaurants that suit all kinds of a budget. Or if you want to try any new dishes the city has every kind of dish to treat your tongue. Here I list out the best dishes to enjoy your meal.
- For non-vegetarians – Chelo Kebab, Shish Tawook, Al Machboos, Al Harees
- For sweet delight – Luqaimat, Kanafeh
- For vegetarians – Tabbouleh, Fattoush