United Arab Emirates: Dubai

Dubai in 15 years?

Palm Trilogy

Many know Palm Jumeirah as an international icon, but few realize that it was created help solve Dubai's beach shortage. The Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Mohamed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum drew a sketch of a palm tree, realizing its fronds would provide more beach frontage than a traditional circular island. From this insight, the idea of Palm Jumeirah was born and the Trilogy of islands envisioned including the Palm Deira and the Palm Jebel Ali.

The World

An archipelago of 300 manmade islands off the coast of Dubai, created from sand dredged from sea. The World is a landmark for future eco-tourism projects worldwide. The World is one of several tourist and commerce related projects off the coast of Dubai which can be seen from space.

Amazing Towers

Opening in 2010, The Burj Khalifa is a super tall skyscraper set to be the tallest in the world. In a breathtaking design, wich encompasses the makings of a small city in its interior, The Burj Khalifa will be the center piece of Dubai's new Dubaitown district.

The Trump International Hotel & Tower features a split-linked tower and an innovative open core design. Views from inside the tower will be spectacular as well, revealing inspiring panoramas of the island, Dubai and the Arabian Gulf, with all rooms benefiting from a sea view

Usefull Information

Religions: Muslim, Christian, Hindu and other.

Languages: Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi, Urdu.

Independence Day, December 2nd.

Airlines company: Emirates.

Currency: Dirham.

Embassy in France: 3, rue de Lota, 75116 Paris.

Embassy in the Emirates: P.O. Box 4014 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Climate: Best period from November to March.

Visa: Not required for french ressortissant.

Voltage: 220V (frequence 50Hz)

T.O: Asia, Thomas cook, Aquarev, Vacances Emirats.