Aha! At Last a City Break for me!!!

Tips to get the most out of your breaks

48 hours? 72 hours? 3 days or more? What should be the duration of a city break? I guess that’s all we get, so how do we make the most out of it?

After consenting with the holiday experts regarding the weekend breaks, they advised that it’s best to take at least two days, be flexible, but plan much in advance and don’t just simply drop the idea of your quitting you short break.

Select the city for your break

Phew!!! City, city, city…God help me choose a city. Well, all you need to do it a little bit of research and get information on the general things you wish to explore, spend time, things to do and see. It’s literary rewarding to touch base at your dream destination with no time in hand and then landing up spending your valuable time and money at the hotel and on the transport.

It’s wise to choose a destination that requires less travelling. Just opt for a destination which can be reached within 3-4 hours flying time. The escape could include a Stay Vacation, which will allow you to explore the surrounding.

In case you’re flying, please ensure that you take a direct flight. I have had nightmares of being stranded at the airports and missing flight connections. Ghastly!!!

Save the Date

On your cheap city breaks, two nights is what you should opt for wherever you check-in. Just wake up with a new enthusiasm and have the entire weekend to yourself. There’s nothing like a Saturday and Sunday evening, exploring new things, places and the nightlife.

Now, here’s the crack! Leave on a Friday, somewhere far such as Norway, even if it’s just for the weekend. It will make you feel like a king and allow you to get away from all the mundane routine.

Travelling Solo or not

There comes a time when we have to get out of our comfort zone and push limits in order to interact with other travellers and groups. But first, one does enjoy their time alone and ponder on various thoughts.

On the other hand, travelling solo has its perks but the saying also goes true – the more, the merrier. So, find out a travel buddy or a few other more and anticipate a great time ahead.

Get a travel plan in advance

Weekend getaways can turn out to be very special sometimes. It just takes a bit of time to do some research and find out what really interests you. So, what’s first? Make sure you plan all the crucial details such as: hotel booking, logistics, restaurants, nightlife and other tours. Once you’re done, you are already ready with a nice base to step into the next.

Utilize your time by making further plans to visit the places of interest. You need a running list of places and restaurants you desire to visit. Listing out too many places can leave you baffled, instead, make your own research. The more you have, the better choices you are left with.

Make the most of your time

Hey, do not spend time sleeping away. You can always enjoy a power nap on the massage table. So, wake up early, exercise and enjoy your time. Sleep only when you’re dead, frankly speaking. Remember, city breaks are not lengthy vacations. Know when to explore the Eiffel Tower, when to visit the Taj Mahal etc.

One thing will always stand out, after sunrise everything is so bewitching. Some people do not get the opportunity to see, travel and explore.

How to Make Two Days in Dubai Reminiscing

It is said, what the world thinks tomorrow, Dubai thinks today. That’s what made this stupendous futuristic city a class of its own kind. As the city boasts of the tallest structure in the world, the tallest hotel, the galactic man-made island and a gargantuan mall, your holidays to Dubai will turn out to be fantastic.

Adrift in the bombastic world along the Persian Gulf, is an appealing truth lingering alongside the Corniche and among the ethnically diverse city. Apart from the stunning city precincts and lofty skyscrapers, the arty side of Dubai consists of heavenly beaches, modern tram and subway networks, internationally acclaimed restaurants, cool cafes and world-class nightlife.

Getting to the Top

More than 160 storeys at a feet of 2700, stands the majestic Burj Khalifa. Get an electronic ticket in Dubai Mall, form a line, go through security check and enter the high-speed lift to the 124th floor. If it happens to be a fun-filled evening with cheap Dubai breaks, the city view is stunning with the pulsating highways and the zooming traffic.

Relish a Brunch

A stylish warehouse, transformed into a restaurant with tall windows, fancy light bulbs and unique ducts. The menu is not only impressive, but large and international. After you had your fill, visit the pastry counter and select bread pudding, carrot cake and several luscious desserts.

Explore Art Street

Similar to a Hollywood Studio, every warehouse houses more than 15 art galleries and still undergoing an expansion. Fascinating places like Grey Noise, Salsali Private Museum and Art Basel exhibit international fairs arranged by Iranian and Middle Eastern artists. To get some inspiration during your cheap holidays to Dubai, head towards A4, a stylish cafe that also houses library, lounge, fashion boutiques and a cinema.

Enjoy Dubai’s Got Talent

The crowd in Dubai loves to give tributes and bet you, these musicals are extremely famous. You might just land up shaking a leg to the songs of Donna Summer or feel soothed by listening to an Italian Opera. Alternatively, you can enjoy reggae tributes, concerts and acts and tiny crowd entertainers.

Magical Tiny Boutiques

While enjoying holidays to Dubai, for sometime keep aside the temptation to visit any of the glorious malls in Dubai, instead walk down the enchanting Jumeirah Beach Road to explore the pretty-looking boutiques. An unusual, yet fashionable trendy store – Slip into the Closet sells leather goods, scarf, silver teapots, cushions and several amazing items.

It’s Spices and Gold

Here’s how you can reach and Gold and Spice Market – With just a dirham, cross the broad and the powerful Dubai Creek River on one of the old wooden boats leaving from the textile souk harbour.
Just go past the Sinbad-worthy dhow ships towards the district of Deira. Right across the street, the Souk El-Kabeer bazaar unfolds several shops selling almost everything from metal boards to pipes and aromatic spices. A few yards away, the shops glitter with bright and glazing rings, pendants, brooches and necklaces. It’s a sight to behold!