Anyone Been To Dubai? Tips Please!

Hi there,

I plan on visiting Dubai early january (for roughly 2 weeks) with the wife and 2 yr old son. On a modest budget, what is the best advise you can give regarding accomodation and local transporation? I know I can get information on the web but nothing beats tips from someone who's had a first hand experience.

Thanks,

Thanks Almondjoy, but any reason why you cannot refer me to your agent? 

Hi
I guess by now,u know Dubai is a very beautiful place.
I was in Dubai in September and i must tell u, i did not regret my going there,now i look forward to visiting again in March 2008.
Talking about accommodation, you have to decide on what u want.I stayed in a 2 star hotel in Deira, which is a very good place.I got a very good deal on that hotel.the deal i got was so cool that it wasnt only bed and breakfast,but lunch(buffet) inclussive and was very cheap.At that time i spent 11nights and paid $56/night for a double room(i gues that a very good one).With that all i had to worry about was dinner.
Right now the same hotel goes for about $94/night for a double room (buffet breakfast and lunch inclussive) till 26th of January.
Yes u have to go through an agent if u want to get a good deal. 

Also about transportation, please do not take private taxis, because they are more expensive.U'll always find meter taxis which are alot cheaper.they start billing from 3.5Dirhams.When you get to the airport, also don't take a branded airport taxi(also dead expensive).I have a taxi guy i used while i was there, if u are interested i could give u his contact.

Guy i believe i hav tried on this.If u really are interested, you can call me on 08033265867.
There's a lot to know about Dubai.

Cheers