[UAE] Dubai - Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Palm Jumeirah

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The name Jumeirah means beautiful in Arabic. There's plenty to explore in Jumeirah aside from the open beaches including Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Mosque. It is also known for its proximity to Burj Al Arab. 

In general, Jumeirah comprises of three areas, Jumeirah 1, Jumeirah 2 and Jumeirah 3.

Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a shopping and dining destination next to the iconic Burj Al Arab. After my breakfast at Burj Al Arab, I just walk over to the souk. It also has four hotels and surrounded by a man-made canal network. 

Getting there:

1) Bus: Bus 8, 81 & X28 run daily along Jumeirah Beach Road, stopping close to Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

2) Metro: The nearest metro station is Mall of the Emirates. You still need to take a short taxi ride to reach Bur Al Arab.

Opening hours: 10am - 11pm (shops), 8am - 2am (restaurants)

Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/W8JjQUqSH1K74UfK8

Palm Jumeirah

Getting there: Take the monorail from Palm Gateway station to Atlantis station (10-minute ride). Monorail runs every 15 mins starting 09:00 am till 09:45 pm (from the Palm Gateway Station) and till 10:00 pm (from The Atlantis Station) 7 days a week.

Monorail approaching Atlantis The Palm.

Aquaventure Water Park is the world's largest waterpark, following a recent extension. A daily pass cost from AED 299 per person. Super Pass cost from AED 349 and 7-Day Pass cost from AED 419. It opens from 9.45am - 6.30pmn daily. You may book your daily pass at its official website: https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/reservations/aquaventure-waterpark/book-now

Inside the Atlantis Mall which is a single storey shopping centre. If you like shopping, Dubai Mall is a much better option.

The Lost Chamber Aquarium is an Atlantis themed aquarium. It is located inside the Atlantis The Palm. It opens from 10am - 9pm. Ticket price starts from AED 135 per adult.

You can buy your tickets online here: https://www.atlantis.com/dubai/reservations/lost-chambers-aquarium/book-now

Afterwards, I just casually stroll along the promenade on the manmade island before heading back to Dubai Mall. It was my last day in Dubai. Goodbye, Dubai.