Dubai is the shopping capital of the
Middle East and is the perfect location for you to visit with your girlfriends
for a girl’s week away. From Emilio Pucci to Forever 21 there is something for
everyone and any budget so read on to learn more about this shopping paradise.
Shops in Dubai
Whether you are looking to splash the
cash, bag a bargain or simply do some window shopping, Dubai is a shopper’s
paradise. Dubai has more than 70 shopping centres, the biggest and best being
Dubai Mall.
If you are looking for something more
traditional then head to one of the many souks in the districts which line
either side of the stream. Near to the docks, this is where cargo from the
nearby ships would have been bargained over and even today is a location where
you, if you are a little cheeky, may get yourself a bargain. Bargaining is part
of the fun of shopping in Dubai.
If a shopping mall or souk isn’t your
thing then not to worry – there are plenty of top-class boutiques and
department stores in the city. Be aware however that shopping times are
staggered here. Most shops here will open at either 9am or 10am and then shut
at 1pm for prayer time before reopening at 4pm till late (about 10pm). The
malls however are usually open all day.
What to Buy Here
Thanks to low import duties and no
taxation you are likely to find the same high quality designer goods here as at
home but for considerably less money. For the largest choice of designer goods
head to the Dubai Mall. We love the dresses in the Oscar de la Renta store and
of course the Herve Leger scarves.
If you are interested in buying gold
jewellery then this is the perfect place to be. Dubai is also called ‘the City
of Gold’ thanks to its Gold Souk in Deira which holds nearly 250 gold retail
shops. There is plenty of designs to choose from so go on, treat yourself!
Is your credit card feeling hot just
thinking about shopping? To learn more about the shopping in Dubai click here! Bring us back something nice!
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