Dubai's Road to #1
Dubai took the number one spot after steadily rising over the past few years. Justin Reid, Director of Media, Destinations, and Travel at Low Air Fares: "Dubai is an ultramodern city with golden beaches, world-class dining, and stunning.
When a destination ranks as the world's best, it is based on stellar traveler reviews across all of its tourism sectors, as Travelers' Choice Awards are based on reviews of places to stay, things to do, and activities within the destination."
Tourists entering Dubai must apply for a tourist visa and submit a negative PCR test 72 or 48 hours in advance.
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- Dubai International Airport (DXB) has three terminals. Terminal 3 handles Qantas and Emirates flights, as well as some flights from Qatar Airways and Gulf Air. All other international flights generally arrive at Terminal 1, whilst Terminal 2 handles low-cost domestic flights.
- Dubai International Hotel in Terminal 3 provides meeting rooms, conference facilities, secretarial services, and high-speed internet for those who need to work during their layover.
- Multiple prayer rooms can be found in both the arrivals and departures areas of T1, T2 and T3 at Dubai International Airport. All you have to do is keep an eye out for the signs.
- You can find direct flights to Dubai from the following Australian cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Both Emirates Airlines and Qantas Airways fly direct from these airports, but if you are flying from anywhere else or with any other airline you will have at least one stopover in your trip.
- A large number of bus lines serve Dubai International Airport and can take you to different locations in the city. You can board buses from outside Terminals 1, 2 and 3, however please note that you must purchase a NOL card beforehand as you can’t pay cash on board. The SkyBus goes direct from the airport to some hotel areas, and the bus fare is also paid using the NOL card.
- If you are traveling with kids, you will find Baby Care Rooms throughout the airport that you can use to change or feed infants in privacy. If you can’t find one easily, head to the Information Zone or ask a ‘May I Help You’ staff member for directions. For slightly older children there is a play area in Terminal 3, located close to Gates B7 and B8.
- Luggage storage is available in the Arrivals area of Terminals 1 and 3, with the cost depending on the bag’s size. Luggage wrapping is also available in all terminals but does vary from location to location.
- If you need some peace and quiet after your flight to Dubai, you can use one of the multiple lounges available to all passengers. Marhaba Lounges are located in all three terminals; you can pay at the door, buy a pre-paid pass or access them using a lounge membership card. There are also well-ventilated smoking lounges in all three terminals.