3 top tips for visiting Dubai without breaking the bank
Contrary to what you may have heard, it is possible to visit Dubai without breaking the bank. Here’s a guide on how to explore the best that the city has to offer without spending a fortune in the process with 3 simple, highly effective tips.
Pick your accommodation wisely
As a traveller, you likely won’t be spending too much time at the hotel, so you’ll want to look for affordable accommodation that doesn’t compromise on comfort and convenience. Rove hotels check all the boxes - with 9 hotels situated throughout the city, you can stay in the neighbourhood you prefer, meaning you can spend less on transport.
Rove hotels are known for the fuss-free offering and affordable rates. You can enjoy a designer mattress and a range of value-added facilities, all while saving on dirhams to spend during your ventures in Dubai. Plus, their on-site restaurants, The Daily, are a great spot to enjoy delicious (and affordable) meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Budget-friendly experiences
There are a number of places that don’t require a fee. For instance, it’ll cost you nothing to take a walk along the promenade along the Dubai Creek or Dubai Marina. Soak in the views with the spectacular skyline in the background. There are also parks and beaches which you can enjoy at leisure. Be sure to watch the show at The Dubai Fountains, which is completely free to enjoy! Then, of course, window shopping when you’re checking out iconic places like The Dubai Mall. If you’d like to shop on a budget, you can plan a visit to The Outlet Village which stocks designer labels for less.
Next on the agenda are very low cost activities. A trip on a dhow boat (abra) is a prime example of this. You can take a trip across the Dubai Creek for just AED 1! This is an incredible experience that’ll transport you back in time to old-world Dubai. Speaking of, the souks are a great place to barter for all sorts of items, from spices to perfumes and jewellery.
Create an itinerary
If you’d like to maximise on bang for your buck, you’ll want to create an itinerary. Not only will this help you plan your daily expenses, but it will save time, and as the saying goes, time is money!
By creating a wishlist of the specific icons you’d like to see, you can book tickets in advance and determine what you’d like to splurge on. For instance, if you love architecture and want to explore the Burj Khalifa in-depth, you can dedicate more time to this activity and decide whether you’d like to marvel at it from the park, which time of the day you’d like to visit the viewing decks, or even book a tour. You’ll find that each destination offers various experiences which you can tailor to suit your interest and budget.
In a city as expansive and impressive as Dubai, it can easily become a costly affair. However, by keeping these 3 tips in mind, it is absolutely possible to plan a thrilling trip to Dubai on a budget.