The Lifestyle And Culture Of Dubai

The city has put in a lot of effort towards making it the best place to visit for people wanting to enjoy their time. The city houses the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, as well as the second most five-star hotel. 

Therefore, there will never be a lack of activity when visiting Dubai, with the city offering countless attractions to visitors, in all shapes and forms. Here are some of the things that highlight the lifestyle and culture that Dubai has to offer to people.

Dubai has a large variety of things to see as well as do as the city continues to grow and expand. Therefore, it provides a number of things to residents as well as visitors of the city. 

Some of the attractions in the city include
 
(a) The Global Village- the first cultural, entertainment, family, and shopping destination of the region. 

(b) Burj Khalifa -a humongous skyscraper which is the tallest building in the world. 

(c) Dubai Frame -another architectural marvel, it is the world’s largest frame structure. 

(d) Miracle Garden-This garden is amongst the biggest as well as most beautiful natural flower gardens in the world. 

(e) The Museum of the Future- Technology and traditional art forms, and the bridge between them is shortened as this place blends the present and the future together. 

(f) Dubai Mall-With an area of over 500,000 square meters, this is one of the biggest shopping malls in the world. 

(g) Desert Safari-One of the most famous things to do in the city, the desert safari is a must-have experience as you ride across the dunes of the desert while inside the luxury of 4*4 cars.

Due to its unique position between the east as well as the west, Dubai has managed to emerge as an amazing place for art to develop and prosper. This has seen a rise and growth of the culture and art scene of the city. 

There are aims of increasing the contribution to the gross domestic product by the creative and arts sector from 2.6 to 5 percent, all by the year 2025. This has been given a boost by an influx of art from all across Europe being showcased in galleries all around the city. So much so, that the first auction of modern as well as contemporary art in the Middle East was held in Dubai back in the year 2006.

Due to its unique position between the east as well as the west, Dubai has managed to emerge as an amazing place for art to develop and prosper. This has seen a rise and growth of the culture and art scene of the city. 

There are aims of increasing the contribution to the gross domestic product by the creative and arts sector from 2.6 to 5 percent, all by the year 2025. This has been given a boost by an influx of art from all across Europe being showcased in galleries all around the city. So much so, that the first auction of modern as well as contemporary art in the Middle East was held in Dubai back in the year 2006.

Words such as vibrant and exotic are casually used when explaining the nightlife and entertainment that Dubai has to offer. People might not notice this when thinking of Dubai, but one day the city would change people’s perceptions forever. The Dubai Marina is one of the best places to be at during the night. 

The Marina, situated along an artificial canal, houses some of the best restaurants in the city. If you’re in the mood for some partying, Boudoir is the place to be. This premier nightclub attracts people who are always committed to partying and enjoying themselves.

Adding AED 9 billion to the economy of Dubai in 2021, the sports sector has made up 2.3% of the annual GDP of the Emirate. With this, around 105,000 jobs have also been raised due to the development of sports in the region. This shows the importance of sports in the region. 

This can be observed with the increase in the number of sporting events occurring in Dubai. This could be seen with the exhibition boxing bout between Floyd Mayweather and YouTuber Deji Olatunji in Dubai in 2022. A number of sporting events await this year as well, as it also increases the number of tourists coming to the region.

Shopping, fashion, and Dubai go hand in hand with each other. The city has the best of brands to offer to customers. With huge marketplaces, malls, etc. , the options never seem to finish for shoppers in the city. 

Shopping in Dubai ranges from the Outlet Village where you get the best deals on branded products, to the Dubai Outlet Mall, containing many big brands. Along with this, the city also has to offerRetold, where the purchase and use of second hand clothing is encouraged. Therefore, Dubai has a lot to offer to all kinds of buyers and shoppers.

With the development of all factors of living, it becomes highly essential for Dubai to increase its investment in the core of every society, its education, and its healthcare.

This trend has been seen lately as investments in the sectors have risen. Dubai continues to feature amongst the top 10 global cities to relocate to and is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Therefore, it becomes necessary for education to be given a push in such a city and attract a number of universities to open a campus in the region. 

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai, founded in 2006 to supervise standards and attract new providers currently supervises around 224 schools.

Specialist free zones have also been created within the city in order to attract international as well as private colleges, universities, and training bodies to the city. Furthermore, it could be seen that Dubai Investments is also looking at further expanding into the healthcare as well as the education sector. This was done after it reported a 47 percent increase in net profit during the first six months of 2021.

People belonging to all age groups can have a gala in a city like Dubai. The city has countless attractions for people ranging from the age of 2 all the way to people aged 80. This city has a huge number of indoor and outdoor attractions to make entertainment for kids and families limitless. 

Some of these places are 

(a) IMG Worlds Of Adventure-This theme park is one of the most exciting in the world with the indoor amusement park having five different zones. The special Lost Valley Zone is among the best, as you meet life-sized dinosaurs. 

(b) Kidzania- This indoor infotainment complex for kids within the Dubai Mall helps children have fun while learning. 

(c) Dubai Qquarium And Underwater Zoo: A place to learn about more than 33,000 aquatic animals, the Dubai aquarium and underwater zoo is a place to enjoy within the Dubai Mall. 

(d) Adventure Water Park- One of the biggest water parks in the world, splash around and enjoy the waves of the water in this water park ideal for all age groups.

Sustainable initiatives which foster community as well as knowledge development are being put on priority in Dubai. Initiatives such as 10 Million Meals, work towards safeguarding as well as protecting the dignity and sanctity of human life.

Such initiatives work towards alleviating poverty, providing health facilities, while also working towards providing education for underprivileged communities. 

Communities hit with COVID-19 were supported via the 10 Million Meals campaign throughout the holy month of Ramadan.

Dubai continues to serve people the best of things, be it a good place to eat food, a place to party, a place for kids, or even a place for outdoor and adventure activities. The city has a lot to offer. For adventure enthusiasts, activities such as the Burj Khalifa Pinnacle Base Jump, Dune Dashing, or Shark Diving are among the best experiences one can have. 

You could be jumping from the 163rd floor of the Burj Khalifa or riding at fast speeds through the desert, or even swimming among the biggest and most dangerous sharks in the water. It is up to you to decide which type of adventure suits you the best and gives you the adrenaline rush you desire.

Dubai is the safest and one of the most comfortable cities to live in, it is certain that investment into the health and wellness of its residents would be at the forefront of agendas. This has been highlighted by the fact that Dubai Investments, one of the premier investment agencies of the city, is also looking at further expanding into the healthcare sector. 

The company reported a 47 percent increase in net profit during the first six months of 2021 following its involvement in the sector. Health and wellness have become a very important factor for home buyers in the city while purchasing a property to live in.

All residential complexes of the city come equipped with adequate or lavish amenity-rich wellness-focused communities such as Al Furjan, DAMAC Lagoons, and Dubai Creek Harbour among other places.

With the dynamic global environment of the city, comes even more dynamic food choices for foodies to indulge in. Dubai has a varied range of different types of food, and cuisines, in store for people to enjoy. Be it fast food or the most lavish and swank restaurant, Dubai has it all for its foodies. 

Some great restaurants in Dubai include 

(a) Coya, serving great Latin American cuisine.
(b) Amazonico, is a great place for dinner and drinks. 
(c) Bull and Bear, containing a menu of American favorites. 
(d) BB Social Dining, containing the best mixture of Middle Eastern and Asian dishes. 
(e) Long Teng, for the Chinese cuisine fanatics 
(f) Marina Social, for people wanting to taste Britain via food. 
(g) Masti, to have your Indian taste buds tingling. From the biggest restaurants all the way to the newest fast food chains like Sides, Dubai has all of it to offer.

Dubai is the ultimate location for investment as well as global trade. The economy of Dubai facilitates business and entrepreneurship within its territory and promotes prospective entrepreneurs to conduct their business in the city. This can be done in any field, be it hospitality, tourism, logistics, or financial services. 

The business environment of the city has been given a boost via numerous favorable policies, as well as initiatives. This has led to around 10,000 small and medium startups being formulated in the city. The city inculcates an idea of entrepreneurship and business via free zones, extended visas for businessmen, or a 100 percent ownership option for foreign businessmen, things that other countries or cities around the world might not offer.

Dubai is emerging as one of the biggest clean energy investors in the world. According to the latest proposals and reports, plans have been made to invest $21.79bn in renewable energy projects.

Along with governmental measures, private players have also been playing their part in investment in renewable energy and sustainability. To date, almost 5,000 IPP projects have been put into place in Dubai. Private players continue to work towards net-zero ambitions with the involvement of the youth toward a better and sustainable future.

While Dubai does provide many avenues for adventure and thrill-seeking, people who wish to relax and unwind also have a number of options in the city. Some of these spas provide luxurious facilities which would help ease bodily as well as mental tension easily. 

Some spas are the 

(a) Timeless Spas- found in Terminal 3 of the Dubai International Airport.

(b) The Talise Spa, an award-winning spa has more than 25 treatment rooms, swimming pools, Jacuzzis, and saunas among other facilities. 

(c) The Anantara Spa, a spa based in Palm Jumeirah, contains a blend of traditional and modern forms of treatment with traditional Turkish baths and Microsilk technology.

Dubai has really pushed the boundaries when it comes to investment in technology and innovation. The latest of technologies all come to Dubai the quickest. Dubai is known as the “city of the future”, and is a leading center for research and development in all emerging industries of the world. So much so that the city ranks on the top globally when it comes to foreign direct investment (FDI) and transfer of technology in the sector of artificial intelligence and robotics. 

The ecosystem of Dubai and its businesses facilitates innovations in all sectors, with Dubai being constantly pushed towards being a smart city and becoming an intelligent, personalized, and responsive city of the future.

Dubai is a city that gives equal importance to all forms of art, be it music, dance, singing, etc. There are a number of places for enthusiasts to enjoy music and dance within the city. Music and dance can be experienced in all different forms, be it during the nightlife at a club, or experiencing the folk music and dance of the city at a venue. 

Visitors and residents can enjoy music and dance at clubs like Armani/ Prive Nightclub, the Cavalli Club, or Club 360. Along with this, they could go to different venues to enjoy Khalil and Bedouin Folk Music, Traditional dances, and music like Haban, Liwa, and Ayyalah at venues like Al Hadeerah, Al Khaima, and Ayamna Restaurant.

Heavy investment has been made in Dubai in order to have religious as well as spiritual development. Even though the majority religion is Islam, the city does attract people from all religions and ethnicities of life.

This is what makes Dubai a truly global city of the world. The city relies on a structure made of tolerance, spirituality and open-mindedness. Thus accommodating people from all parts of the world, having different faiths. In order to be prosperous and have a vibrant economy, it is essential to be tolerant towards all, something which is the cornerstone of success for Dubai.

Art and culture are really important for Dubai, thus increasing the importance of film and cinema in the city. Dubai has one of the best places to enjoy film and cinema in the world such as 

(a) Reel Cinemas at the Dubai Mall, having huge 26 screens for the best viewing experience. 

(b)  Novo Cinemas at Ibn Battuta Mall, known for its good audio quality. Apart from this, Dubai also has some of the best theater shows in the world with shows like La Perle Dubai, Gaudi, Kandinksy, and Klee immersive experience, among others.

With development and innovation, comes the need of environmental conservation and protection. It has been seen around the world that as more and more advancements are made, the need to protect the environment also increases. 

Therefore, Dubai, one of the most advanced and developed cities in the world has unveiled initiatives worth $1.7billion. For this, construction of the Dubai Center for Waste Processing facility, and other facilities like this are being done, with the Dubai Center having the capacity to generate 200MW of electricity annually from waste. 

This electricity would then be sufficient to power 135,000 residential units. The entire project is slated for completion in the year 2024. Such initiatives help, as they help reduce future waste while also helping in management of the waste created during the past.

Therefore, it can be seen that a city like Dubai has a lot to offer to its residents and visitors alike and comes with various activities to do. Looking at Dubai from an outsider’s perspective might not allow one to witness the intricacies that the city has to offer, but going into its depths, it can be seen that the city is an ecosystem within itself and has a lot to offer to the world.