Dubai Travel Guide

Dubai is a city of United Arab Emirates (UAE) and has a total area of 3,885 square kilometers. It used to be a fishing village, but because the city was forward looking, liberal and has an eye for commercialism it did not take long for it to become popular among traders and tourists. However, no matter how many foreigners enter the city of Dubai it still keeps its tradition and culture, thus making it even more attractive to those who seek to explore the exotic Middle East. Language is never a barrier in Dubai because even if Arabic is its official language most people can understand English.

As of the moment, the most popular travel attraction in Dubai is the sail-shaped hotel Burj Al Arab Hotel where every guest is treated as a royalty worthy of red carpet treatment. It boasts fine interiors designed by world-class designers, rotating king-sized bed that allows the guest to have a 360 degrees view of the environment outside the hotel and of course, the A-list guests that have visited the hotel since it opened. It is said that Michael Jackson once stayed in the hotel’s $9,000-a-night luxury suite. Whether you plan on staying in the hotel or not, it is worth the time and effort to drop by and see its grand architecture.
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Every investor or genuine buyer looks for value from his/her hard-earned money. Some upcoming property in Ras Al Khaimah has already proven its worth. The residential complex of Oceana Apartments in Al Hamra village is a vantage property in Ras Al Khaimah worth investing in. The growing value of this residential property in Ras Al Khaimah has attracted good buyers. With the beach just 200 meters away from the residential enclave, it has homes with fantastic views. What’s also unique about this property in Ras Al Khaimah is that it is designed in Arabian heritage style. It is only seven storeys high, giving an uncluttered skyscraper look. From each side, one can get a good sea-view in this property in Ras Al Khaimah. Furnished studios, simple 1-2 bedrooms are best investment options here. This property in Ras Al Khaimah is slightly different from the other luxury villas. It is simple and affordable for middle class families wishing to have a second home as property in Ras Al Khaimah. Other features included in this property in Ras Al Khaimah are:

• Car parking bays for every owner
• Floor to ceiling glazing in living rooms
• Security cover
• Modern kitchens and bathrooms
• Direct beach access
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Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) has plans in the pipeline to issue a comprehensive real estate survey. The real estate price chart will consist of the rates of differing property bands within various areas of Dubai.

However, there is debate between real estate experts as to the effect the move will have on the sale-purchase and rental of Dubai real estate. One school of thought goes with the idea that the list by Dubai Real Estate Regulatory Authority will be used by landlords in that they will increase real estate rentals. So for those who own Dubai real estate, RERA’s endeavour is good news. On the other hand, the price transparency brought in Dubai real estate market by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency is something that will be enforced uniformly across the emirate.
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