World's Highest Hotel Opened in Dubai

World's Highest Hotel Opened in Dubai

Dubai apparently not satisfied with just having the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa. They just opened the world's tallest hotel, the JW Marriott Marquis towering 355 feet tall with 72 floors.

The JW Marriott Marquis, Dubai hotels record highest in the world version of the Guinness Book of World Records. This is the 59th branch of the JW Marriott Marquis Group outside of North America. The opening of the hotel on this week attended by President and CEO of Marriott International Arne Sorenson.

"Dubai is an important destination for Marriott International, as a city with world class facilities. We offer the traveler the luxury experience like no other," says Arne.

The JW Marriott Marquis Dubai target segment MICE tourism (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions). The hotel has indoor and outdoor space with an area of ​​7500 m2, including two ballrooms. The JW Marriott Marquis Dubai also has 9 restaurants, 5 bars and lounges.

Resto is a mainstay for travelers is the steakhouse Prime 68, Izakaya sushi restaurant, cocktail bar Vault. All there on the floor 71 and 72, aka the hotel rooftop definitely offers incredible scenery. The hotel also has a restaurant Rang Mahal, with Chef Atul Kochhar, the first Indian chef origin holds a Michelin star.

To pamper guests, The JW Marriott Marquis Dubai has Saray Spa and Health Club area of ​​4,000 m2. Signature spa available is Milk and Honey treatment, Arabic Coffee Awakener, and Lemon Mint Body Polish. On the 7th floor there is a 30 meter swimming pool with Aqua Poolside Bar and Grill.

"We are delighted that this place finally opened officially and we are confident this hotel could be a new standard in the hotel business in the region and the world," said General Manager of the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Rupprecht Queitsch.

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Dubai Miracle Garden, The Biggest Park In The World

Dubai Miracle Garden in Dubai, UAE

Not impossible expanse of colorful flowers thrive in the desert Arab Emirates. The proof, the world's largest flower garden has opened in Dubai. This Dubai Miracle Garden, which opened last Valentine's Day.

From the Telegraph, Thursday (28/03/2013), Dubai Miracle Garden is the world's largest flower garden. Land measuring 72 square meters covered 45 million colorful flowers. These flowers are not only beautiful extend, but also formed a variety such as hearts, stars, igloo (the typical home pole), pyramids, and others.

Dubai Miracle Garden opened right Valentine's Day, February 14, 2013 last. Flower development company name is root. They said, not impossible to develop an oasis in the desert, through the use of waste water and irrigation.

Not only beautiful, flower display in Dubai Miracle Garden will continue to change each season. Travelers can get a new experience each season. While in Europe there flowers die from winter, even in Dubai, winter is the peak time for flowers to flourish. In contrast, Dubai Miracle Garden will be closed at the height of summer.

Still no plan to open stores and restaurants in the complex's flower garden. However, Dubai Miracle Garden is receiving tourists. This flower garden is open from 10:00 to 22:00 local time on weekdays, and at 10.00-24.00 local time on weekends and holidays.

After the center opened in February, flower gardens will be closed at the end of May and reopened in October. While still early March, you have at least 3 months to enjoy the flower garden was a giant in the Middle East. The entry ticket price that is 20 dirhams (USD 53 000) for adults and children over 3 years.

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Fairmont The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai.

Fairmont The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai.

A luxury resort Fairmont Dubai NEW, sailing trips in Croatia and opening a police station has been restored as a hotel in London - here are the latest events.

1 Cracker Krka

 Busabout has become the first tour operator to run a sailing trip one way to Zadar and Split in Croatia North.You will have the opportunity to swim in secluded bays and Krka waterfalls and Kornati visit the islands, port cities to live Vodice and Primosten and dance and party beach Zrce Mecca.This course allows more time at each destination. Prices for seven nights from $ 919 person, with departures from July 24 to August 6.

2 Fairmont goes to the beach

DUBAI host a luxury hotel overlooking the Arabian Gulf.Fairmont Palm Jumeirah Palm opened at the end of last month.381-room hotel has two presidential suites, four swimming pools, a private beach club, an activity center for children and seven restaurants and lounges.Couple start US517 per night package includes accommodations and breakfast. Family Package starts at $ US544 a night, includes accommodations, breakfast for four people and a couple's massage.Applies to bookings made before March 31, for stays until May 31. Some conditions apply.

3 Norman Conquer 

Golfers can play a round with Greg Norman championship during the tour coincided with the U.S. Masters tournament in April.Visit the captain selection and Code Entertainment Group offers a group of 16 people the chance to play Norman Medalist Golf Club in Florida.Golfers can test their swing at Pebble Beach and other courses. U.S. Tour Masters cost $ 18.750 $ 20.750 single or double.

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Restored 1930 station reopened as a hotel in the UK. The building where the Mercure London Greenwich placed winner of the 1946 Royal Institute of British Architects Bronze Award. 'More than 5 courses ThredboOffering THREDBO will increase the heat this year with plans to expand the network of roads for mountain biking. The designers of the world to create a network Trail Trail downhill, cross-country and how the use of skill-based elements of the natural and man-made. The concept of a three-phase plan will be completed in February, with work to begin soon after.

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Making Love in Hotel Rooms Dubai, Arab Tourist has Jailed

Jail, Illustration

United Arab Emirates (UAE) has very strict laws related to sex. Evidence, tourist from Saudi Arabia jailed 1 year due to sexual intercourse with a prostitute in a hotel room in the city of Dubai.

In the UAE, sex outside marriage is strictly prohibited. Anyone who violates this will be given a prison sentence, a fine, or even deported. Yes, the sex-related laws in the UAE is very tight. More recently, a tourist from Saudi Arabia was jailed for having sex with prostitutes from Uzbekistan in a hotel room.

Women initials D.R. it claims to have intercourse. But the 32-year-old tourist was denied. He claimed to only hire D.R. for massage services.

"I am innocent. I did not have sex with him ... I'm just trying to socialize when I consume liquor (liquor-ed)," said the tourist was told Gulf News.

The lawyer also argued tourists alike. According to him, the claim of DR related sexual relations is not true.

"He did not have sexual relations with DR. They met at a nightclub and he invites her to his hotel room. Past him naked so she can massage her ... But they're not having sex," he said.

But another said a forensic examination. Investigators found traces of sperm and the DNA on the bed linen, underwear also owned by DR Finally, the tourist DR jailed 1 year and 3 years in prison for claiming to be a prostitute.

D.R. Dubai claims to have entered illegally through the Al Buraimi. Previously he was deported for working in the sex industry of the country. After paying off a prison sentence, the two sides will both be deported from the UAE.

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The best place to try hot air balloon

Enjoy the natural scenery can indeed be done by any means, one with a hot air balloon. 8 This fun place to enjoy the view from a hot air balloon.

Enjoy the view from a hot air balloon has always bear its own sensation. What's more, this time the weather is perfect for a hot air balloon trips. Judging from The Times of India, Wednesday (04/25/2012), this is the eighth most busy place in the world to enjoy the scenery from a hot air balloon.

1. Hokkaido, Japan

A large island in northern Japan, Hokkaido, is the most fun place to be enjoyed from a hot air balloon. The city has a very beautiful sight when viewed from a height. From above, you can see the beauty of the Japanese sea and mountains that line the tidy. Green and blue colors will dominate your view.


2. Serengeti, Africa

If you want to watch wildlife from the sky, came to the Serengeti National Park in Africa. Region into one of the ten natural wonders of the world is very beautiful. There you can see herds of deer and zebra that migrate to find food.









3. Coconino National Park, Arizona, United States

High cliffs and thick forest of pine will greets you in Arizona, USA. Come to the blimp rental place near the National Park Coconio so you can see how beautiful the scenery there.


4. Dubai, Uni Arab Emirate (UAE)

Dubai, Arab Emirate Union, will present the exotic scenery of the altitude, sunrise and sunset. Watching the sunrise and sunset in the desert hills of certain air balloon is an experience not easily forgotten. Not to mention at the center of town, you can see the skyscrapers buildings are very magnificent.



5. Loire Valley, France

Loire Valley is located not far from the center of Paris, France. From a height, you can see the green vineyards. The farmers are harvesting grapes is also a view that unfortunately be missed. If lucky, you can taste the wine fresh after a satisfied air balloon.

6. Minnesota, United States

Buildings that almost fills the entire Minnesota will be a different scene from a hot air balloon. However, the views of cliffs and beautiful forests also presented here. Not to mention a huge lake that reflect sunlight. Everything looks beautiful!



 7. Lapland, Finland

Lapland region is known for barren and cold. However, in some parts, there is a beautiful forest colors. The location is very possible to reach by air balloon. Besides the scenery, you can also see the wildlife that live in Lapland.





 8. Cappadocia, Turkey

Well, the last is Cappadocia, Turkey. This area is one of the best places in the world if you want to get around dengang air balloon. Cappadocia has a beautiful view of a typical fairy tale. There are houses of stone and high cliffs as the backdrop.If you want to enjoy the beautiful scenery in the world in a balloon, make sure you visit one of the last eight place. You experience this time exploring the world certainly will not be forgotten.

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tips holidays to dubai

The Palm Islands in Dubai

Dubai is a relatively new tourist destinations developed. That is why, there is little information on Dubai travel, written in Indonesian. The lack of information makes many people are still reluctant to visit Dubai. Hong Kong and Singapore seem to be more popular for tourists Indonesia.But Dubai has not had the privilege to other famous tourist destinations. It is strategically located, is in the midst of an international flight routes linking the western and eastern regions of the world. This makes Dubai very suitable transit tourist sites. 

For enthusiasts of religious tourism, there is a good start to glance at Dubai as a place that should be visited. Religious tourism destinations such as Jerusalem, Turkey, Jordan and Egypt, located quite close to Dubai. And do not forget, Jeddah and Medina can be reached by a short flight from Dubai. Worship umrah he been to Dubai? Why not?If you are interested to visit Dubai, it's worth listening to some of the important information below.When the right time to visit?Dubai is located in the area of ​​the temperate zone of the subtropical desert. In contrast to Indonesia where the temperature is almost the same throughout the year, the climate in Dubai has a striking difference between summer and winter. 

During summer (June-September), air temperature during the day can reach 45 degrees Celsius. While in the winter (December-February), temperatures can be below 10 degrees Celsius at night. In mountainous areas have been reported even snowing!The best time to visit Dubai is around November to March. When visiting at the height of winter, make sure you bring a jacket or sweater to stay comfortable while walking. If you happen to visit at the height of summer, activity to do outdoors will be limited. But you can still enjoy a huge mall in Dubai which offers plenty of indoor activities.How do the cultures of people?Dubai is the largest city in the United Arab Emirates is located in the Arabian peninsula. Although Arab countries are known to be conservative, the atmosphere in Dubai was very liberal and cosmopolitan. 

Dubai natives are called Emiratis only about 10 percent of it and the rest are expatriates from all over the world. No wonder that this city is very multicultural feel, even a city whose population is one of the most diverse in the world.Although the women who dress sexy are common sight in Dubai, there is a group of people who still maintains a strong tradition. Emirati women usually wore an abaya, the long dress all in black color. The other fraction using a veil covering their faces. This scene is contrasted with an atmosphere that is so modern Dubai. However, you still have to appreciate this community.As a form of respect for local traditions, you should wear clothing that is simple and not too open. For women, you should not wear a shirt with an open back or a subordinate who was too short. For men, avoid wearing pants that are too short. Manager of the mall is usually put a sticker at the entrance which contains advice for visitors to wear clothing that respects local traditions.What to watch during Ramadan?Dubai has a non-Muslim community is quite large in number. They are mostly expatriates from Europe, the Philippines and India. 

However, Islam is the official state religion and embraced by nearly all Emiratis. Therefore, there is a fairly strict rules on matters relating to Islamic rituals.For those who do not fast, is not expected to eat and drink in public during Ramadan. If you get caught eating in public, employees or security personnel at the site would immediately reprimand you. If you do not respond positively to the rebuke, employee or security officer is entitled to report you to the police. The threat of jail a few months of his sentence in jail!Can the consumption of alcoholic beverages?In our country may be known only driving license. 

But you know, the Dubai government also issued alcohol licenses are only given to non-Muslim expatriates. Without the license, you are not allowed to buy alcoholic beverages.Although it sounds a bit tight, you can buy alcoholic beverages at the airport duty free shop in Dubai without showing a license. Upscale restaurants also serve liquor, but may only be purchased in limited quantities. You are strictly prohibited alcohol consumption in public places. The threat also imprisonment.

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This is the Dubai World Records Held

National Geographic magazine once dubbed Dubai as "Sudden City" because of unusually rapid development. Only in less than three decades, a desert region in the Persian Gulf region that can be transformed into one of the most modern metropolitan world. Because of the massive development in the city, Dubai recorded as the city with the most rapid development in the history of mankind!


However, not only held that record Dubai. There are dozens of other world record that is certain to make you chuckle in awe. List of record will still increase because Dubai is going to build things that are completely superior in the world. Want to know what the record is owned Dubai? Here's the list.


Burj Khalifa, This is Dubai's world record of the most often mentioned. Burj Khalifa is the tallest structure on earth. Height reaches 818 meters, almost twice the height of the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The cost of this building reached 4.1 trillion U.S. dollars.The Dubai Mall Not satisfied with the world's tallest building, the Government of Dubai Emirate is also building the largest mall in the world. This vast shopping centers reached 1.12 million square meters. Want to know how many stores in it? The Dubai Mall has more than 1,200 stores! You definitely can not see all the stores there just one visit!

Burj Al Arab, Burj Al Arab is an icon of Dubai's most famous. Architecture of the building mimic the shape of a sailboat, located on an artificial island on the beach. Burj Al Arab is the first seven-star hotel and the tallest in the world, as well as one of the most expensive hotels in the world. To stay in the cheapest room, you have to spend as much as 1800 dollars. Want to know what the most expensive rates at this hotel? President suite room rates at the Hotel Burj Al Arab is 18,000 U.S. dollars. The TorchHas 86 floors with a height of 348 meters, The Torch is the world's tallest apartment building. It beat the Q1 Tower in Gold Coast, Australia, who previously held the record for world's tallest residential center. The Torch is located in Dubai Marina, Dubai's prestigious residential area located on the waterfront.Palm JumeirahArtificial islands shaped like palm trees is claimed as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Palm Jumeirah Area of ​​about 800 football fields, which is the world's largest artificial island. It was founded on an artificial island hotels, condos, and luxury resorts.

Dubai International Airport, Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport recorded as the world's largest building by floor area. The extent of 370 acres and can accommodate up to 43 million passengers each year.The WorldIf the Palm Jumeirah holds the record for world's largest artificial islands, The World has a record as the largest artificial islands in the world. There are more than 300 artificial islands there and it was all made of stone and sand desert. Called The World as a form of this archipelago is made to resemble the world map.


Dubai Fountain, The Dubai Fountain is a fountain made the biggest and highest in the world. This fountain is able to spray water to a height of 275 meters or roughly 50-story-high building. In an instant, this fountain can spray 22,000 gallons of water.

Dubai Aquarium, Dubai Aquarium recorded in the Guinness World Record as the aquarium that has the world's largest acrylic panel. This giant thick panels 0.75 meters, 32.88 meters wide and 8.3 meters high. This is a giant aquarium in the Dubai Mall.

Ski Dubai, Ski Dubai indoor ski arena which is the first and largest in the world. Although the climate of the desert, we can go skiing in Dubai! This artificial ski path length of 400 meters. Located at the Mall of the Emirates.

Dubai Metro, Dubai Metro is a rail transit system in the world's longest automated. Extends for 72 kilometers, defeating Vancouver Skytrain in Canada. Dubai Metro is controlled automatically without the driver. Although no human control, system security is one of the best in the world.

Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina is the longest man-made waterfront and residential center on the edge of the widest beaches in the world. Along the Dubai Marina, there are more than 200 apartment buildings, hotels, offices and shopping centers.

Dubailand, This is a Disney World-style park in the world's largest. The extent of 278 square kilometers, roughly a third of the provincial area of ​​Jakarta. Due to global crisis, the construction of Dubailand was halting. Project in the world's largest playground is expected to be completed in 2016.

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