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Written by Arjun S on November 17, 2022 Share on

Dubai or Maldives? Which one to pick for your next vacation?

Should you pick Dubai or Maldives? We will help you decide!

It is one of the major challenges that most of us face. Especially choosing between a vacation full of modernized facilities or somewhere far from the daily errands and be able to calm your minds and enjoy nature to its fullest is definitely a task. To reduce your burden on choosing between Dubai or Maldives for your next vacation, read on to know more about the two destinations.

DUBAI: The luxurious Arabian city

With its luxurious and high-tech facilities, Dubai has proved itself to be the real game when it comes to all-experience kind of destination. This city is filled with attractions and it stands number 1 on the podium for having almost all the largest or tallest attractions. From Burj Khalifa (The Tallest Building) to Dubai Frame (The tallest frame), the city has so much to offer you. You ask for a type of vacation and find it in Dubai. Also, be ready to witness such lightful nights of Dubai.

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Adventure:

From the adventure point of view, you get to experience the most famous skydive in the world. The Tandem Skydive in Dubai, where you get to witness the beautiful man-made island “The Palm Jumeirah” from an impeccable height from the ground. Also, you can thrill yourself with various water activities in the extraordinary Wadi Wild Waterpark in Jumeirah Hotels. Not only that, experience the most famous Jeep Safari through the red dunes of the desert & get your hands on those AVT Bikes, and rev around the desert in style. Ziplining is not just ziplining in Dubai as compared to other destinations. It is totally a different experience. Crossing through the tremendous architecture and having a look at the beautiful Dubai from the sky is not something you will find everywhere.

Also Read : The most popular adventure sport activities in Dubai

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Leisure:

Taking a break is must. Dubai is not just for adventure freaks, it warmly welcomes all sorts of travelers. If you want to get away from the daily stress from your work and take a break which is worth the wait, Dubai has it sorted for you. It’s not just the luxury that can provide you leisure, even a budgeted itinerary can provide you enough leisure in Dubai. Either be it sitting on the beach and seeing the sunset or visiting the Dubai Miracle Garden. Dubai lets you experience an astonishing and humongous aquarium named Dubai Aquarium which also has an underwater zoo. Get yourselves mesmerized by the most beautiful Dubai fountain show which starts at 6 pm every day. A paradise for shopping freaks in other words is Dubai. The massive Dubai Mall will require a day at least to fully experience it.

Also Read: Things To Do In Dubai

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Stay:

Dubai has all sorts of stay. From cheapest to the most expensive, it sounds pretty much like every other destination but in Dubai, even the cheapest stay will give you a luxurious kind of feel. A donut fact is if you stay in a Jumeirah hotel or resort, then you are encouraged with free access to the Wadi Wild Waterpark. Catering the most top-class services, Atlantis is a must-visit at least for a day. It is one of Dubai’s luxurious 5-star property and it caters to the most expensive suites in the whole world. It is surely one of a kind as Atlantis has its own Scuba Diving & various other water activities within the property.

Also read: Explore the beauty of Atlantis

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MALDIVES: The Gorgeous Archipelago

This tropical paradise has so much peace that anyone would want to be here and just do the bare minimum and relax maximum. From its beautiful resorts to its amazing views, Maldives is a perfect spot for someone looking for a break from the daily stress intake. The Maldives is for all, be it family, friends, or couples. A unique experience with the transfers (Speedboat/Seaplane) from the airport to any resort makes the beginning of the trip itself wonderful. Any resort from the Male Airport will take a maximum of 2 hours of transfer. So, without wasting any time, book one of the best Maldives honeymoon package and have a trip to the Maldives like never before.

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Adventure:

When it comes to adventure in the Maldives, the options are less but the experience is worth the expense on them. The Maldives water sports is famous and some of the activities are even free in few resorts. From Jet Skiing to diving into the divine ocean and enjoying the aquatic world by being inside the aquatic world, Maldives offers you many more water-based activities. Get your swimsuits on because the Maldives can surely be your next destination to take a break from the usual life.

Also Read: Top 12 Water-Based activities in Maldives

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Leisure:

Want to take a break and go far away to some paradise? The Maldives is the answer to your question. Be it family or friends or even couples. The serene beaches and the unique stay over water surely bring relaxation to oneself. The exquisite spa over ocean experience is something you can find in the Maldives and why won’t anyone love it. Floating breakfast is the premium quality breakfast you can expect in the Maldives and it is for sure a luxurious experience. Budget-friendly Maldives trip or luxury, both are present here. The only differences might be in price or the services provided but the views and Crystal clear water is for everyone going to the Maldives.

Also Read: Top 10 things to do with family in Maldives

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Stay:

The Maldives as a destination is full of different starred resorts and has a variety of room types. The basic types are Garden Villa, Beach Villa, and the most famous ones Water Villa. Many resorts even have a private pool inside the villa which makes the stay a bit luxurious and cherishable for the rest of our lives. The resorts in the Maldives provide split stay as well to their tourists and they also allow them to avail various services like photography sessions but these services are chargeable. The stay in the Maldives can start anywhere from 90K INR for 2 people and can go up to more than 2 Lakhs as well, looking at the property going for.


Also Read: 7 wonder resorts in the Maldives to stay on your next vacation!

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Now, you might have a clear idea of what you prefer in your next vacation and go for the best options available out there. To lessen the burden on you, go to PickYourTrail – India’s leading DIY travel company and explore exciting Maldives tour packages and Dubai tour packages. You can also customize your trip to make millions of memories from your trip worth cherishable in the future.
Thanks, reader! Happy Vacationing 🙂

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