The ThetaHealing classes with Vianna stibal will be taking place at the luxurious Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort.

Located on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah just off the coast of Dubai, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort boasts 400 metres of private shoreline & surround views of the Arabian Gulf. Indulge in an exclusive beach escape, while still enjoying the excitements of the city. Float on water, with lagoon access rooms and the UAE's only over water villas. Unwind with hammam rituals at our Palm Jumeirah hotel’s spa and enjoy the Thai-style luxury for which Anantara is known.

Country Information

WE WELCOME YOU TO DUBAI
Here are some facts & figures that will help make your stay in the United Arab Emirates more enjoyable.

LOCAL TIME:
The local time is GMT + 4 hours. There is no change in time between summer and winter.
LANGUAGE(S):
The official language of the UAE is Arabic, but English is widely spoken and understood everywhere.

CLIMATE:
Dubai enjoys an arid subtropical climate, with blue skies and sunshine all year round. The best time to visit Dubai is during the period November and April where the temperature are between 75°F (25°C) and 85°F (30°C)

CLOTHING:
Light weight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year. However, sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Please respect the religion and culture of the city by wearing appropriate and modest clothing in public places.

TRAVELLERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
The Dubai International Airport has a special handling area for passengers with special needs. Several hotels and major shopping malls have good access and facilities for people with special needs. Even the Transport Taxis in Dubai are fitted to accommodate wheelchairs.

BUSINESS DAYS & WEEKENDS:
Office working days are from Sunday to Thursday, and the weekend is Friday & Saturday.

CREDIT CARDS:
All major international credit cards including American Express, Diners Club, Master Card or Visa are generally accepted in shopping malls, larger supermarkets and stores, hotels and restaurants.

CURRENCY:
The monetary unit is the Dirham (Dhs or AED) at a rate of 1USD = Dhs 3.67
All banks in Dubai offer cash withdrawal facilities from ATM’s scattered across major hotels and malls.

ELECTRICITY:
The electricity supply in Dubai is 220/240 volts at 50 cycles. Plug points are as per the picture.
TIPPING:
Tipping practices are similar to most parts of the world. Some restaurants include service charge; otherwise 10 per cent is adequate.

CONSUMING ALCOHOL:
Alcohol is permitted in Dubai. It can be purchased at the Duty Free Shop at the airport (limit per person is four bottles), and it is served in licensed hotels, but it cannot be purchased in the supermarkets or liquor stores here. Dubai does not allow consuming alcohol on the streets or in public places. Drinking and driving is strictly prohibited.

DRUGS
Dubai has absolutely no tolerance towards drug offences. So, if visiting with prescription medicine, it is better to verify if your medicines have any particular restrictions. For instance, Tylenol 3 is restricted due to the presence of codeine in it. So it is best to check before travel.

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
The UAE uses the metric system.

MOBILE PHONES
GSM services are available and the mobile phone code within the UAE is 050/055/056/052/054 or 058. A particular Speak Easy GSM mobile service helps tourists and visitors who are unable to use their own mobile phones in the UAE. You also have the option of purchasing a temporary SIM card and use it in own handset with a temporary card. Etisalat can be contacted for further details by dialing 101.

INTERNET
Most hotels & Malls in Dubai offer free internet accessibility to their guests.
Here are some public Free Wifi Hotspots in Dubai
1. Dubai Airport
2. The Walk at JBR
3. Mohammad Bin Rashid Boulevard
4. Downtown Burj Khalifa
http://www.wifiuae.ae/en/

POST
The General Post Authority in Dubai is quite efficient. The post offices function from 8am to 11.30pm (Saturday to Wednesday).

HEALTH
The UAE is one of the very few nations that do not have any reported cases of holiday sickness. This is due to major success of government immunization programs, and the high standards of hygiene maintained in hotels and restaurants, and availability of clean drinking water.
No special vaccinations are required.

PERSONAL SAFETY AND SECURITY
The UAE, particularly Dubai, is designated as one of the safest holiday destinations by the international travel industry. However, it is wise to carry travel insurance.
Some emergency numbers are given here:
• • Dubai police hotline (Al Ameen service) - 8004888
• • Ambulance - 998 or 999
• • Fire - 997
• • Police - 999
• • Coastguard +971 4 3450520

For non-emergency cases such as traffic queries, complaints call 901 in Dubai.

VISAS
It is best to check with your local embassies & travel agent for visa requirements, as they are likely to change often depending on your nationality and the duration of stay. Always apply at least 3 weeks in advance.
The 2 airlines “Fly Dubai” and “Emirates Airlines” can help you with your visa if you are flying with them.

Note that Dubai host is not affiliated or responsible for housing or transportation. Remember to always do your research, book in advance and be aware of any additional fees when booking accommodations and transportation in Dubai.
AIRBNB always has amazing finds, so we recommend you start searching there. (Areas to look for Airbnb are: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, Media City, Internet City).

SOME SUGGESTED HOTEL APARTMENTS

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort ( the Venue)
Telephone: +971 4 567 8888
Address: The Palm Jumeirah, Crescent Road (East), Dubai, 71607
Web: Palm Jumeirah Hotel | Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah
Telephone: +971 4 444 2000
Address: Crescent West, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Web: 5 Star Luxury Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah

LHG THE PALM Dubai Luxury Collection
Telephone: +971 4 604 2222
Address Palm Jumeirah Rd, Dubai
Web: Palm Jumeirah Hotels | Avani Palm View Dubai Official Site (avanihotels.com)

Aloft Palm Jumeirah
Telephone: +971 4-2475555
Address: طريق الهلال, Dubai 00000
Web: Palm Dubai Hotels | Aloft Palm Jumeirah (marriott.com)

Key View - Botanica Tower
Telephone: +9714 4362000
Address: Botanica Tower - D94, United Arab Emirates, Dubai N/A ·
Web: Botanica - Dubai Marina's Tropical Paradise Residences (select-group.ae)

ARJAAN Dubai Media City
Telephone: +971 4 436 0000
Address: King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, Dubai, UAE
Web:
www.rotana.com/arjaanhotelapartments/unitedarabemirates/dubai/arjaanbyrotanadubaimediacity

SOME SUGGESTED HOTELS

Hotel Fairmont The Palm
Telephone: +971 4 457 3388
Address: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, Dubai
Web: Fairmont The Palm - Luxury Hotel in Dubai, UAE(United Arab Emirates)

Sofitel Dubai The Palm
Telephone: +971 4 248 8888
Address: The Palm Jumeirah, East Crescent road, 55558 DUBAI, United Arab Emirates
Web: Hotel in DUBAI - Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa - ALL (accor.com)

KEMPINSKI Hotel Mall of The Emirates
Telephone: +971 4 341 0000
Address: Sheikh Zayed Road, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai 120679
Web: www.kempinski.com/en/mall-of-the-emirates

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
Telephone: +9714 4309191
Address: Dubai Internet City, Knowledge Village - Dubai UAE
Web: https://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/gb/en/dubai/dxbic/hoteldetail

HOW TO GET TO ANANTARA:

Dubai International Airport is around 27 minutes to Anantara the Palm. Taxis are available at the airport. There are also pink taxis exclusively for ladies.

TAXI - taxis are very affordable in Dubai, the taxi fares start at AED 5.00 during the day with minimum of AED 12.00 during the night. Airport taxis start with a fare of AED 20.00

UBER – www.uber.com/ae/en/

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION

Dubai has a reliable public transportation system. Consider the proximity of your accommodation to transportation options to make getting around the city easier.

Car rental companies are many to choose from, you can even rent a car at the airport or anywhere in the city. But many people prefer to use the taxi since it is very affordable.

METRO - metro operates between 05.00am and 12.00 am (midnight) - trains operate every 10 minutes - please note that Sunday there is no metro service before 9.00 am
www.dubaimetro.eu/dubai-metro/rta-metro-services/

ARABIC MARKETS
Opening hours: 09.00am to 10.00pm, closed on Friday mornings.

Fish Souk - Location: Deira
Gold Souk - Location: Deira
Spice Souk - Location: Deira
Textile Souk - Location: Creekside – Bur Dubai
Karama Souk - Location: Bur Dubai side of the Creek

SHOPPING MALLS
General opening hours; Sun – Wed 10.00 am – 10.00 pm & Thu – Sat 10.00 am – 12.00 am

MALL OF THE EMIRATES: ( SKI SUBAI)
http://www.malloftheemirates.com

IBN BATTUTA MALL:
http://www.ibnbattutamall.com

DUBAI MALL: The Dubai Mall is the world's largest shopping mall.
It offers various entertainment options including cinema, the Dubai Aquarium, Under Water Zoo, an ice-skating rink. You can view the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa and enjoy the Dubai Fountains and water show. www.thedubaimall.com

SIGHTSEEING TOURS

WONDER BUS
http://www.wonderbusdubai.net/

BIG BUS COMPANY
https://www.bigbustours.com/en/dubai/dubai-bus-tours/

RTA DUBAI FERRY
For more information please call +9718009090 or visit www.rta.ae

DUBAI’S MOST FAMOUS SIGHTS

BURJ KHALIFA: is the tallest building in the world with a height of more than 828 meters and more than 160 stories.

Book tickets for the observation deck in advance to secure a lower price and to guarantee accessibility (price AED 125 instead of AED 400 per adult).
http://www.burjkhalifa.ae/en/

DUBAI FOUNTAINS: (Next to Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall) –
They are the world’s largest dancing fountain in sync with classical, Arabic and world music starting several times a day during afternoon and evening hours - No admission fee.
www.thedubaimall.com/en/Entertain/TheDubaiFountain.aspx

JUMEIRAH MOSQUE:
Visit www.cultures.ae or call +97143536666.

AL BASTAKIYA:
Is the historical district in Dubai and home to the Dubai Museum
http://www.dubaiculture.gov.ae/ar/Live-Our-Heritage/Pages/Al-Fahidi-Historical-Neighbourhood.aspx

HERITAGE & DIVING VILLAGE:
https://www.afar.com/places/dubai-heritage-and-diving-villages-dubai

SHEIKH SAEED AL MAKTOUM HOUSE:
http://www.dubaiculture.gov.ae/ar/Live-Our-Heritage/Pages/Sheikh-Saeed-Al-Maktoum-House.aspx

AQUARIUMS AND DOLPHINARIUMS

DUBAI AQUARIUM & UNDERWATER ZOO: (Dubai Mall) -
http://www.thedubaiaquarium.com/

THE LOST CHAMBERS AQUARIUM: (Atlantis Hotel, Palm Jumeirah)
+971 4 426 1040
lostchambers@atlantisthepalm.com

DOLPHIN BAY: (Atlantis Hotel, Palm Jumeirah)
dolphinbay@atlantisthepalm.com
+971 4 426 1030

DOLPHINARIUM: (Creekside Park, Bur Dubai) - Different programs and exciting interactions with one of the oceans friendliest species
http://www.dubaidolphinarium.ae/

PUBLIC PARKS

DUBAI CREEKSIDE PARK:
https://www.guide2dubai.com/.../4652-dubai-creek-creekside-park-bur-dubai

SAFA PARK:
https://www.guide2dubai.com/directory/attractions/4657-safa-park

ZABEEL PARK:
https://www.guide2dubai.com/directory/attractions/4660-zabeel-park

PUBLIC BEACH

KITE BEACH
http://www.kitebeach.ae/

JUMEIRAH BEACH RESIDENCE

WATERPARKS

AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK: (Atlantis Hotel, Palm Jumeirah)
http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/marineandwaterpark/aquaventure.aspx

WILD WADI:
https://www.jumeirah.com/hotels-resorts/dubai/wild-wadi/
or contact +97143484444

SPORTS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

SKI DUBAI: (Mall of the Emirates)
http://www.theplaymania.com/skidubai

SHERATON JUMEIRAH HEALTH & BEACH CUB
http://www.sheratonjumeirahbeach.com/en/forms/water-sports-dubai
call +97143995533

ATLANTIS DIVE CENTRE
http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/marineandwaterpark/atlantisdivecentre.aspx
call +97143422 993

SKYDIVE DUBAI
www.skydivedubai.ae
call +971501533222

ZIPLINE XDUBAI: (At Dubai Mall)
http://xdubai.com/xline/
email info@xdubai.com
call +97143460003

LUXURY EXCURSIONS
www.seawingslifestyle.com
email reservations@seawingslifestyle.com
call +971 4 807 0709

They can offer Aerial tour, Desert and wildlife, sea activities, family adventure, Balloon adventure.

DUBAI BBQ DONUT: (Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Opposite Deira City Centre, Garhoud, Dubai)
http://www.dubaigolf.com/dubai-creek-golf-yacht-club/indulge/boardwalk/bbq-donut.aspx
email bbqdonut@dubaigolf.com
call +97142956000

ARABIAN SAFARI DUBAI
http://www.arabiansafaridubai.com/index.html
info@arabiansafaridubai.com
+971 55 1550769

GLOBAL VILLAGE
http://globalvillage.ae/en/
golfbooking@dubaigolf.com
+ 04 362 4114

DUBAI MIRACLE GARDEN
http://www.dubaimiraclegarden.com/
info@dubaimiraclegarden.com
+04 422 8902

DUBAI BUTTERFLY GARDEN
http://www.dubaibutterflygarden.com/
info@dubaimiraclegarden.com
+04 422 8902

DUBAI GARDEN GLOW
http://www.dubaigardenglow.com/
+971 56 4467842

GRAVITY ZONE

BUNGEE JUMP:
http://www.gravityzone.co/
booking@gravityzone.co
056 364 7997
AL AIN ZOO & SAFARI
+97137992000 & +97137829112
http://alainzoo.ae/

DUBAI SAFARI PARK:
http://www.timeoutdubai.com/aroundtown/news/72969-exclusive-look-inside-dubai-safari-park/
800-637227

DUBAI GOLF
www.dubaigolf.com
golfbooking@dubaigolf.com
+97143801234

THE ELS CLUB
www.elsclubdubai.com
+97144251010
golf@elsclubdubai.com

DESERT SAFARI
While staying in Dubai, experiencing a desert safari is a must - several tour operators offering safari tours, usually they include a BBQ-dinner in a desert camp, camel riding and sand-boarding etc.

Two examples of tour operators:
1) Arabian Expedition Telephone: +97144572722 shoukath@arabianexpedition.com
2) Arabian Adventures Telephone: +97142144888 arabian.adventures@emirates.com

DUBAI PARKS AND RESORTS

LEGO LAND/ WATER PARK
https://www.legoland.com/dubai/about-us/about-legoland-dubai/
+971 48203123

BOLLYWOOD PARKS
https://www.dubaiparksandresorts.com/en/discover/bollywood/zones

RIVERLAND
info@riverlanddubai.com
https://www.riverlanddubai.com/en/content/zones#

MOTIONGATE™ DUBAI THEME PARK
https://www.motiongatedubai.com/EN

IMG WORLDS OF ADVENTURE
Click here to book.
If tickets are sold out on any given day,
please contact us: 600 500 962 or +971 4 403 8888
http://www.imgworlds.com/en/

iFLY DUBAI
https://www.theplaymania.com/ifly
info@xdubai.com
+97143460003

BOUNCE DUBAI – Indoor Trampoline Park
info@bounce.ae
04 3211 400
https://bounce.ae/dubai/#/

THE GREEN PLANET DUBAI
http://www.thegreenplanetdubai.com/en/
+97143173999

DUBAI WATER CANAL
http://dubaitravelator.com/dubai-water-canal-uae/

DUBAI OPERA
http://www.dubaiopera.com
+97144408888
boxoffice@dubaiopera.com

MUSEUM OF THE FUTURE
http://motf.ae/

CITY WALK
http://www.citywalk.ae/en
+971 (0)4 317 3999

LA MER
http://www.lamerdubai.ae/
800-637227

DINNER IN THE SKY
https://dinnerinthesky.ae/en
971509256341, 97125558178

• • Please note that while every precaution has been taken to ensure accuracy of information, changes may occur without advance notice. We advise you to check with venues in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

For questions about the upcoming seminars in Dubai please contact the Event Coordinator directly:

Seminar Coordinator

Tony Shoushani & Maya Badran welcome you to an amazing and joyful experience.
Mobile / whatsapp: +971 50 8491237
maya@awakeningthemasters.com
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