Monday, May 19, 2008

The seven star Burj al-Arab

Dubai is emerging as a popular tourist destination and therefore has many fine Dubai hotels. The long list of Dubai hotels is topped by Burj al – Arab, which is believed to be the only seven star hotel of the world.

It is the costliest among all the Dubai hotels and those whose pockets are filled with money doesn’t mind emptying their pockets at this place as they think that it is justified.

This king of Dubai hotels is situated on an artificial island which is off the Jumeirah beach on the Dubai coast. Burj al – Arab provides a mind blowing view. This hotel has an unique architecture both inside and outside. Its shape is of a billowing sail of an Arab dhow.

If you have booked a suit for yourself in this seven star hotel, the service will begin as soon as you reach the airport from where you can board the helicopter and land at the helipad of the hotel. If you want to enjoy the scenic beauty between the airport and the hotel, you can opt for the Rolls Royce. From here the seven star experiences starts and is almost endless. So if you have money, there can be no other better place for you.

If you want to book a cheaper hotel you will find many Dubai hotels which offer facilities at affordable prices too.

Friday, May 16, 2008

Invest in Dubai properties and get better returns

United Arab Emirates is formed of seven emirates and Dubai is one of them. It is one of the fastest growing cities of the world and for this reason it attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world. It attracts a lot of people from all over the world to invest in Dubai properties.

Dubai has got very low import duties. For this reason a vast variety of products are available at affordable prices. Since the introduction of the freehold status in 2004, buyers from different parts of the world have been attracted by the Dubai properties. Earlier the local rulers of Dubai did not allow property to be bought in Dubai. But now people from all over the world are investing in Dubai properties. Dubai properties give a high return on the investments. The Dubai properties are not liable to stamp duty or any kind of tax. Therefore one can buy the properties at very reasonable prices. However, those who are interested in buying Dubai properties need to gain the status of residence visa.

The procedure of buying Dubai properties is less complex compared to other countries. For this reason, the number of people interested in buying Dubai properties with freehold status is also increasing.