Beating Boredom In Dubai

Beating Boredom In Dubai

Visiting the UAE is a wonderful experience that everyone should try at least once. The food, the people and the lifestyle are out of this world at times. But, like all places, the United Arab Emirates can get a little dull after a two-week stint. For holiday-goers, it’s no problem because most people jet off back home within 14 days. Travelers can find it problematic as they spend more time in one place. As always, the question becomes: “How do I beat boredom?”

Plenty of world explorers will have answers. For example, some men and women like to sit at a table, drink coffee and watch the world pass by. In Dubai, there is nothing easier or more relaxing. But, if you’re the type of person that gets itchy feet, it’s essential to mix up the days and try new activities.

With that in mind, the following are the best ways to beat boredom in Dubai. Enjoy!

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Book An Activity 

Think of Dubai and Abu Dhabi as vacation resorts in the Middle East. Yes, the region is very religious and traditional, but parts of it are getting more liberal. Bahrain and Kuwait are two examples, but the UAE is the jewel in the crown. As a result, there is a whole host of things to do, from rallying in the desert to flying a seaplane. Seriously, the pilot will hand over the controls and let you live out your dream of being a real-life Maverick. Don’t ask ‘​what is there to do in Dubai​’ because the answers are too varied. It will take forever! Instead, think of something that is on your bucket list and then check for vendors. To get the best deals, schedule an excursion in advance as it saves money. There are lots of online brokers so it shouldn’t be an issue.

 

 

Go To The Mall

 
At home, ​going to the mall​ may be a day trip if you milk it for all its worth. In Dubai, you can spend a week there and still not experience all the shops. Yep, the Dubai Mall is that big it can take weeks to see everything there is to see. In fact, it’s officially the largest and most visited mall in the world with an area of 5.9 million square feet. It’s well worth checking out just to marvel at the scale of the thing. Of course, talking about all of the attractions would take forever, so let’s focus on the main points. The Burj Khalifa is currently the world’s tallest skyscraper, standing at a whopping 828 meters. In old money, that equates to 2717 feet. But, go their soon because it’s about to be ​eclipsed by the Dubai Creek Tower. From high to low, be sure to see the underground aquarium which has scuba-diving and small boat rides. Plus, there is a cinema complex and a huge food court, as well as dozens of coffee shops. My friends, those are just the tip of the iceberg, which is a scary thought! 
 

The Palm Islands 

If you are envious of opulent luxury, you have probably heard of the Palm Islands. Built on a base of sand, the ​Jumeirah, Deira and Jebel Ali​ are home to some of the best hotels in the world. And, you can walk around and pretend to be part of the action by jumping on the monorail. Just buy a ticket at the station and hop abroad while the sky train ushers you into a world you have never seen before. Then, wander around the shops and markets in the Atlantis resort and even eat at five-star restaurants. For those of you that find it too much or too expensive, you can float around without a care in the world. No one will get in your way unless you try to spot the celebrities. Then, you may be escorted off the premises, but poor people need to learn their place! 
 

Indoor Parks

The heat is so intense in the Middle East that people can’t go outdoors. From a boredom point of view, this makes the situation even worse. Well, that is until you realize the King is on the ball. Not one to be fooled by the summer heat, the infrastructure throughout the Emirate is based inside to avoid the sun. So, parks are accessible with air conditioning in Dubai. Therefore, you can go bowling, swimming and ice-skating without sweating to death. With iFly, it’s even possible to go skydiving. Yep, you guessed it – it’s indoors too! The only thing that isn’t possible is a safari but that could change. All you have to do is jump in a taxi from A to B and the heat won’t be a factor. Even if it’s only a five-minute walk, you should hail a cab.

Hire A Car

Not to be rude, but you can always leave Dubai and explore the rest of the country. Abu Dhabi is only 90 miles away and is home to the Yas Marina. During November, it’s difficult to find a parking space or to enter because of the Formula One. Of course, you can buy a ticket and spend four days watching cars race around the track. If that isn’t an option, just drive on down when the likes of Hamilton and Alonso aren’t in town and check it out in relative peace. Try Ferrari World if you’re a Formula 1 fanatic. Aside from AB, there’s Sharjah which is a lot more cultural and traditional than the other two. Here, you will find the Sharjah Fort, a former palace-turned-museum, and the Heritage Area. Anyone that wants to experience local UAE, this is the place. Finally, you can hit the highways and drive out into the desert because the Arab Emirates is a safe country. Just be sure to take enough fuel.

Stay In The Hotel

You like to get out and about, but sometimes it’s nice to relax. Thankfully, the resorts have everything a guest needs to spend their time ‘productively. Almost all of them have rooftop pools that are open until the sun goes down, so a day in the water is an option. Plus, the customer service is excellent and you can order food and drinks. Or, there are bars with sports and alcohol.

Do you get bored while traveling? What are your methods to beat the monotony?

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2 thoughts on “Beating Boredom In Dubai

  1. I wanted to read the post because I was thinking – you cannot really get bored in Dubai! I mean, there is SO much to see and do really. I’ve been living here for 7 years and I am still not bored 😀 And just to counter the comment of Henry above, I am not sure why people think migrants live in slave-like conditions here. They actually live quite alright as compared to kind of conditions they were living in back home where they come from (India, Pakistan). Why else are they here, do you think?

  2. You could also go visit the area where the migrant workers live in slave like conditions to build up the country. That’ll beat boredom for sure!

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