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Travellers heading away on a cruise to the Middle East are more than likely to make a stop at Dubai - a destination that offers the perfect mix of traditional and modern when it comes to culture and entertainment. Dubai is typically best known for its sunshine and shopping and is often seen as a particularly luxurious location, thanks in part to its ongoing attempts to build ever bigger and better malls, hotels, accommodation and attractions. Cruise goers looking to experience the traditional side of Dubai will find much to occupy them in the form of its various historical buildings and sights, such as the 18th century Al Fahdi Fort - which is home to the Dubai Museum - and the charming courtyard houses and twisting lanes of the Bastakiya district. Elsewhere, the home of early 20th century ruler Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum houses a variety of exhibitions and collections of interesting Dubai artefacts, while no trip to the city-state can be said to be complete without a visit to one of its busy souks - these traditional markets let shoppers haggle over prices and are often open late into the night. For a taste of Dubai's recent explosion in wealth, look no further than the region's many sprawling shopping plazas and malls, which are filled with a wide variety of shops, boutiques, cafes and restaurants and are likely to serve as a paradise for shopaholics. Other modern attractions include awe-inspiring hotels such as the Burj Al Arab, which is located offshore and was built to bear more than a passing resemblance to a huge boat sail, and massive skyscrapers such as the Burj Dubai - the tallest man-made building in the world. Holidaymakers on a family break might want to consider picnicking in one of Dubai's many beautiful public gardens or parks, or visiting leisure parks such as the 18-hectare WonderLand theme attraction. For something a little bit different, visitors to Dubai may also wish to experience the thrill of a safari through the area's sand dunes in a 4x4 or take a boat trip around the artificial but visually stunning Palm Islands. To cruise to Dubai or other Middle East cruise visit Virgin Holidays Cruises. Dipika Patel is a contributor to leading holiday ideas website travelbite.co.uk.
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