Dubai
is labelled the "shopping capital
of the Middle East". With so many
shopping malls and souks, there's no better
place to find products at unbeatable prices.
It is truly a duty free shopper's paradise
that gives you more for your money. Dubai's
numerous shopping malls cater to every
consumer need. Cars, haute couture clothing,
jewellery, electronics, furnishing, sporting
equipment, and any other goods will likely
all be under the same roof.
Mall
of the Emirates - near
4th interchange on Sheikh Zayed Road -
The largest shopping mall outside of North
America. 200+ shops, cinemas, plus the
Ski Centre. Has many international high
street chains as well as luxury brand
stores, including Harvey Nichols. Many
restaurants and cafes, though cafes tend
to be much more crowded than at other
malls. Very large Carrefour hypermarket
attached. Arabian/Middle Eastern souvenir
shops upstairs.
Ibn
Battuta Mall - Jebel Ali
- Areas themed around six countries (China,
India, Persia, Egypt, Tunisia and the
Andalusia.) Wide range of shops, although
fewer high class brands. Has various restaurants
and cafes (including three Starbucks),
and a multiplex cinema including an Imax.
No restaurants serve alcohol. Also has
permanent exhibition of Islamic science,
invention and astronomy. Attached (access
via outside) is one of Dubai's few second-hand
bookshops, House of Prose. Has a Geant
supermarket attached.
Souk
Madinat Jumeirah - Jumeirah
Road, - 75 shops, numerous bars, restaurants
and cafes, a nightclub, theatre. More
expensive and targeted directly at tourists
than other, general malls where residents
go. Most bars and restaurants are licensed
for alcohol. Nice to wander through as
it has been designed to resemble a "traditional"
souq, but with the modern comforts of
air conditioning. Lots of souvenir-type
shops.
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