How to Get the Best Out of Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah

Visiting the unique Palm Jumeirah in Dubai is sure to be a memorable experience. A magnificent manmade wonder that offers many interesting attractions for the visitor, it is recognised around the globe as an awe-inspiring and exquisite creation. If you happen to view this modern marvel from an aerial perspective, you will see that it takes the form of a mammoth palm tree extending towards the waters of the Persian Gulf. Palm Jumeirah offers many engrossing experiences for visitors.

Visit Al Ittihad Park

The expansive Al Ittihad Park which extends over a vast area is undoubtedly one of the prime attractions at Palm Jumeirah. This park was opened to the public in 2012 coinciding with the 41st commemoration of the United Arab Emirates' National Day.

Al Ittihad Park has been designed taking eco-friendly considerations into account and is always an interesting place to visit. Unquestionably, one of Palm Jumeirah's foremost leisure hubs, this park is a popular attraction for both visitors to this manmade archipelago and residents who live here. It contains amongst other features, a 3.2 km track for jogging and walking. You will also encounter different kinds of desert, coastal and mountainous trees and plants that are indigenous to the UAE. For visitors who like to keep trim, there is also a selection of fitness equipment at the park.

Enjoy a Palm Cruise Tour

A great way to experience the sights of Palm Jumeirah would be to join a guided cruise tour that will take you on a journey on which you will have the opportunity to view this locality's outstanding features. You will be able to experience stunning views of Palm Jumeirah in addition to the eye-catching skyline of the Dubai Marina.

Your knowledgeable guide's expert commentary will provide you with interesting information on each landmark as you pass by them. The tour will commence on the West Marina and take you on a route which travels around Palm Jumeirah's inner ring and its fronds. Along the route, you will be able to view the luxury hotels and lavish homes to be found here. As you might expect, you will also have the opportunity to take advantage of the excellent photo opportunities that you will find on the way.

Experience Water Sports

At Palm Jumeirah, you will have the chance to indulge in many exciting water sports. If water-skiing is your water sport of choice, you will be able to glide across the gleaming waters of the Arabian Gulf towed by a powerful motorboat. Kneeboarding and wakeboarding are other thrilling water activities that you will be able to enjoy here.

On the other hand, a water activity that does not require any specialised skill would be banana boating. Almost any visitor will be able to climb on to a banana boat, perhaps with family or friends; try to hold on as the driver of the speedboat to which you are attached to, takes you on a speed-filled ride with some unexpected manoeuvres.

Meanwhile, if you would rather enjoy a more sedate water activity, you will have the opportunity to engage in pursuits like kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding. An accommodation choice to consider from which you will be able to engage in these water sports would be Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort which may be regarded as one of the conveniently located Palm Jumeirah resorts.

Join a Dubai Bus Tour

Another one of a kind experience that you will have the chance to enjoy would be a bus tour that will take you along a scenic route. This sightseeing tour will be a wonderful way to see the local sights as it will take you from Sheikh Zayed Road and into Palm Jumeirah in a comfortable and air-conditioned environment. The tour will eventually pass through the 'trunk' of the Palm and make its way to its lush picturesque borders.

From the glass upper section, you will have the opportunity to enjoy splendid views of the various landmarks as you pass by them. On the tour, you will also be able to enjoy commentary and narration in several languages.