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Dubai · Planned by Traveland

Dubai, from desert dunes to the Museum of the Future

Traveland designs personal journeys to Dubai, from Downtown and Dubai Marina to Palm Jumeirah, the old souks along the Creek and the dunes of the Arabian Desert, and handles every detail from the first conversation to your flight home. We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, planning trips since 1978 as a member of the Signature Travel Network.

Since 1978Family-owned and operated

Signature Travel NetworkMember agency

Orange & BridgeportTwo Connecticut offices

Every detail handledFlights, hotels, cruises and tours

The neighborhoods

Where should you spend your time in Dubai?

Dubai pairs record-setting architecture with desert landscapes and a historic trading heart along the Creek. Your advisor helps you choose where to stay, how to balance city, beach and desert, and how to time visits around the heat.

The Museum of the Future lit at dusk below downtown towers

Downtown Dubai

The Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, the Dubai Mall and Dubai Fountain, and the Museum of the Future nearby.

A young traveler looking over Dubai Marina from an observation wheel cabin

Dubai Marina and JBR

A waterfront of towers, promenades and beach clubs along Jumeirah Beach Residence, with dhow cruises at sunset.

Aerial view of the fronds of Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah

The palm-shaped island of beach resorts, with views back to the skyline and water parks for families.

A camel caravan crossing desert dunes at sunset

The Desert

Dune drives, camel rides, falconry and dinner under the stars at a desert camp or conservation reserve.

Two travelers browsing colorful ceramics in a souk

Old Dubai and the Creek

The gold and spice souks, the Al Fahidi historic district and abra water taxis across Dubai Creek.

Desert sunsets, warm hospitality and a skyline like no other.

One advisor to shape every day around you.

Experiences

How would you like to experience Dubai?

Every journey begins with what matters most to you.

Friends sharing plates of Middle Eastern dishes

Dining

Emirati home cooking, Arabic mezze and acclaimed restaurants from chefs around the world.

Friends in robes enjoying tea in a tiled spa

Wellness

Hammam rituals, hotel spas and quiet beach days between busy sightseeing.

Visitors viewing artworks in a bright contemporary gallery

Art and Culture

The galleries of Alserkal Avenue, Dubai Opera and the Etihad Museum.

A couple inside an immersive light installation

Attractions

Immersive museums, observation decks and theme parks for every age.

Working with Traveland

What is it like to plan Dubai with Traveland?

01

A conversation

Tell us how you like to travel, who is coming, and what you hope to feel. There is no charge to begin.

02

An itinerary made for you

Your advisor designs the route, hotels, transfers and experiences, then refines them with you.

03

Every detail handled

Flights, stays, cruises and tours are arranged, so you can focus on enjoying the journey.

Timing

When is the best time to visit Dubai?

November to March is the most comfortable time to visit Dubai, with warm, sunny days. Summer is very hot, and the city moves indoors and to the beach early and late in the day.

Spring

Warm days in March and April, ideal for the beach before the heat builds.

Summer

Very hot from June to September, with indoor attractions, hotel pools and good availability.

Autumn

Temperatures ease from October, and desert camps reopen for the season.

Winter

Sunny, mild days from December to February, the most popular time for desert and city touring.

Questions

Questions travelers ask about Dubai

November to March offers warm, sunny days and comfortable evenings, the best time for the desert and outdoor dining. Summer is very hot but quieter.

Four to five days allows time for Downtown, the Creek, a beach day and a desert evening. Many travelers add Abu Dhabi or a stopover on the way to Asia, Africa or the Indian Ocean.

Light, modest clothing is respectful in public places such as malls and the old town, with shoulders and knees covered at mosques. Swimwear is fine at hotel pools and beaches.

Yes. Abu Dhabi is about 90 minutes by car, with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre Abu Dhabi. We arrange private transfers and guides.

Yes. Beach resorts, water parks, theme parks and the desert make Dubai easy to plan for travelers of all ages.

U.S. citizens can generally receive a free visa on arrival in the UAE for stays of up to 30 days, with a passport valid for at least six months. Entry rules change, so we confirm the current requirements for your trip.

We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, with offices at 564 Racebrook Road in Orange (203-929-6000) and 4270 Main Street in Bridgeport (203-371-1114).

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    Orange
    564 Racebrook Road, Orange, CT 06477
    203-929-6000

    Bridgeport
    4270 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606
    203-371-1114

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm
    info@traveland.net

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