Fairmont Dubai by Kimberly

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Located in the heart of the most fabulous city in the desert, is the sparkling oasis that is the Fairmont Dubai.

This renowned Dubai location is an architectural landmark in the ever evolving Dubai skyline equipped with rooftop infinity pools with sweeping city and sea views, a 40,000 sq foot spa, and innovative dining and entertainment on property. 

If you’re looking for refined luxury, superior customer service, and exceptional comfort, the Fairmont is your hotel. 

At the Fairmont, you will be within 10 miles from almost every main attraction in the city, and just a quick 10 min drive from Dubai international airport. ​

Rooms

One thing I adore about the Fairmont chain is consistency. Whether I’m in Vancouver, Santa Monica, or Dubai, I know I will have gorgeous room, a great nights sleep, and all my connectivity and charging needs covered.

I’ve never been to a Fairmont hotel anywhere in the world that I didn’t love, and the Fairmont Dubai is no different.

The bath products are lovely, the robes are plush, and the beds are a dream!

Anything you need can be offered by the exceptional customer service on the other end of the telephone.

All 394 guest rooms and suites have recently been refurbished, have granite floors, a sitting area, and views of the impressive city of Dubai. 

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Desert Safari 

A trip to Dubai just wouldn’t be complete without dune bashing, ATV’s and camel rides in the desert! 

Add a traditional Bedouin camp dinner with live entertainment, sand boarding, and henna tattoos, and you’ve got an evening desert safari.

I would HIGHLY recommend doing this, as it was quite the experience. 

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Ask your concierge which tour they would recommend. I booked directly through a tour company online. 

My one word of advice is to be careful if you decide to do the ATV’s with this company. Its a total madhouse and you have to specifically ask and wait for a helmet (which is not required, but believe me, get one).

I got bulldozed by a giant Dune Buggy and luckily only came out with a small bruise. 

The other people in our group just opted to skip the ATV ride. The reviews for other tour companied mentioned that the ATVs were “boring” and had to stay on a track.

After seeing the alternative, I would definitely go for the “boring” ATV ride! My adventurous race car driving Italian husband actually agrees! 

Health Club and Pools @ Fairmont Dubai

The Fairmont Dubai features not one, but two rooftop pools with incredible views. The Sunrise Pool and Jacuzzi are open from morning to mid afternoon, complete with poolside service and sun block bar.

Once the mid day sun covers the Sunrise pool area, the Sunset pool (with kids pool area) opens from afternoon until 10pm. 

The gym features a range of both cardio and strength training fitness equipment along with free weights. Separate male and female steam rooms and saunas are available, as well as personal training services and aerobics classes. 

Spa 
This 40,000 sq foot spa is a luxurious, tranquil oasis. There is an entire menu of incredible treatments to choose from. After all that site seeing, treat yourself to a few hours in the ancient Roman style spa to relax and escape the mid day heat! Appointments available from 9am-10pm 

When you book with Staff Travel Voyage, you get a 20% discount on all spa treatments.

Dubai Classics

Burj al Arab Jumeirah
The classic sail shaped hotel is one of the top 5 tallest hotels in the world and situated on a man made island attached to the beach by bridge. Watch the VIPs take off and land from the iconic helipad on top of the hotel.Try their two famous restaurants, one 200m up with a stunning view, and the other, in a simulated “underwater” environment surrounded by a giant aquarium! 

Dubai Museum
​Located in the oldest building in Dubai, an old military fort built in 1787, the Dubai Museum is definitely worth a visit if its your first time to Dubai. 

It depicts the traditional way of life in the Emirates before Dubai became the modern masterpiece that it is today. See what the country was like before the invention of oil and the influx of the big bucks! 

Jumeirah Public Beach
 A gorgeous strip of white sand with a view of the Burj al Arab in the background. You can find sunbathers, beach goers and depending on the day kite and wind surfers. 

The Palm Jumeirah Island
The famous man made palm shaped island is not to be missed! Check out the Aquaventure Waterpark, The Atlantis Hotel, and the gorgeous high end neighborhoods. Its a great spot to stop on the hop on hop off bus, or come for lunch and wander around one of the gorgeous hotels on the island. 

On the beach you’re free to wear your bikini (Dont even think about untying that strap though!) But make sure to cover up BEFORE you leave the sand.

We saw many Europeans get scolded by security guards at “La Mer” when they stepped off the sand shirtless or with their swimsuit exposed.

When you’re in the more modern and western parts of town like night clubs and bars, more revealing clothing is acceptable, but be sure to cover up when going into monuments, museums, and the older part of town like the souks. 

For men, shorts are OK in casual locations and on the beach, but if you’re going to a nice bar or restaurant make sure you’re wearing pants and a colored shirt. When in doubt, dress like you’re going to a golf club.