Dubai in 5 Days – A Journey Through Gold, Sand & Skyscrapers

🗺️Destination Overview From the moment we checked into the Hilton Garden Inn Business Bay, comfort and convenience became the theme of our trip. Perfectly located, the hotel gave us easy access to both city highlights and hidden gems. Day 1: Culture and Thrills at Global Village We kicked things off with an early dinner and evening exploration of Global Village, where the world truly comes together. Street food from across continents, colorful pavilions, and the epic stunt show kept us entertained well into the night. Day 2: Arabian Luxury and Desert Magic After a scenic breakfast at the Arabian Tea House Cafe by Jumeirah Beach, we stepped into royalty with a tour of the iconic Burj Al Arab, complete with a taste of their 24K gold cappuccino—yes, actual gold. By afternoon, we were off for a Desert Twilight Safari. From sandboarding to camel rides and off-road dune bashing, it was an adrenaline-packed escape capped with a traditional dinner under the stars. Day 3: Futuristic Wonders & Sky-High Views We started strong with Dubai’s biggest dosa at Saarangaa Bhojan Shala before immersing ourselves in innovation at the Museum of the Future. Next up: a relaxing wander through Palm Jumeirah, followed by the highlight—a helicopter tour over Dubai’s most famous landmarks. Soaring past Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, and the Burj Khalifa, it was 12 minutes of absolute awe. We wrapped the day with beachside dining at February 30 beach restaurant and a stroll through Souk Madinat Jumeirah Night Market Day 4: Heritage Walks and Souk Treasures We immersed ourselves in the old soul of Dubai with breakfast at Al Fanar, followed by charming walks along Al Seef and Al Fahidi Streets, complete with a visit to the Coffee Museum and Bur Dubai Mosque. A short boat ride from Al Fahidi Marine Station (CR5) took us to the bustling Deira Souks, where gold glitters and perfumes captivate. Day 5: Exploring Dubai Mall On the last day, we headed to Dubai Mall for a final day of shopping, where we made sure to grab Al Nassma camel milk chocolates—especially the dark and pistachio ones—and some camel milk soaps as gifts. Remember to check out the aquarium in Dubai Mall, its definitely a must visit when you're there.