Local celebrity couple Akim Ahmad and Stacy Anam spent a romantic honeymoon holiday in Dubai, the world’s 4th most visited destination in 2015. The couple had an amazing time exploring the latest attractions and learning about the local culture of Dubai.

Akim and Stacy visited a number of places of interest in Dubai: from Downtown Dubai, the most popular retail, dining and entertainment destination in the heart of Dubai, to the fascinating gold and spice souks, the celebrity couple never had a dull moment in the world’s most captivating city.

Here is Akim and Stacy’s romantic getaway itinerary perhaps you turn to for reference when you are going for a romantic trip in Dubai with your loved one.

Day 01:

Burj Khalifa – At 828 metres high, the world’s tallest building offers stunning views of the city and is home to the world’s highest restaurant.

At the top observation deck at Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building (828m tall).

The Dubai Mall – A place like no other, it is the world’s largest and most-visited retail and entertainment destination with a total internal floor area of 5.9 million sq ft. and over 1,200 retail outlets.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo – A key centerpiece in the Dubai Mall as one of the largest tanks in the world, featuring one of the world’s largest viewing panels.

The Dubai Fountain – At the base of the Burj Khalifa, it features the world’s largest choreographed fountain system, producing what has become the most popular show in Dubai.

Day 02:

Half-day city tour – A journey through the historical to modern Dubai. Places of interest include, Dubai Creek, Dubai Museum, Gold Souk and Spice Souk, Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Mosque and the Palm Jumeirah.

Cultural meal at Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) – In a beautifully restored wind tower house in the historic Al Fahidi District, the centre offers a range of activities, from traditional cuisine to conversations with local Emiratis.

Smurfette and the representatives from Dubai Parks and Resorts (opening in October) came surprise the celebrity couple at Al Fahidi Historical District.
Smurfette and the representatives from Dubai Parks and Resorts (opening in October) came surprise the celebrity couple at Al Fahidi Historical District.

Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner – Enjoy an exciting dune drive across the desert to watch the beautiful sunset, and delicious barbecue dinner, shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe) and the belly dancer performance at the desert camp.

At the desert camp.
At the desert camp.
At the desert, where Akim and Stacy experience the exciting sand dune bashing in a 4WD jeep and viewed the beautiful sunset.
At the desert, where Akim and Stacy experience the exciting sand dune bashing in a 4WD jeep and viewed the beautiful sunset.

Day 03:

Dolphin Bay at Atlantis The Palm One of the most sophisticated dolphin experiences in the world. You can interact with a team of six incredibly charming creatures and be entertained by the abundance of activities the lagoon has to offer.

Dolphin Bay at Atlantis The Palm, where Akim and Stacy had a wonderful time playing with the dolphins.
Dolphin Bay at Atlantis The Palm, where Akim and Stacy had a wonderful time playing with the dolphins.

Ski Dubai and Peng-Friend encounter – Ski down a snowy mountain in a shopping mall, the indoor ski resort offers 22,500 square metres of snow slopes. Take some time to watch the daily march of a colony of snow penguins too.

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Ski Dubai Peng-friend encounter, where Akim and Stacy interacted with the penguins.

Wild Wadi Waterpark at Jumeirah Beach Hotel – Located in the shadows of the iconic Burj Al Arab, Wild Wadi Waterpark offers 30 gravity-defying rides and thrills.

Wild Wadi Waterpark at Jumeirah Beach Hotel.
Wild Wadi Waterpark at Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

Day 04:

IMG Worlds of Adventure – Opening on August 31, IMG Worlds of Adventure will be the first multi-themed destination in the region and the largest indoor theme park in the world. There will be four unique worlds all under one roof, Cartoon Network, Marvel, and the Lost Valley-Dinosaur Adventure joined together by IMG Boulevard.

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