Why i want to go to Dubai?
Weather
Aside from the recent cloud seeding that had everyone including the weatherman confused, you can’t argue with more than 300 days of beautiful sunshine a year. Whether I actually spend endless weekends outside or not, I like the fact that it’s sunny and that I can lie at the pool or go to a beach whenever I like. It’s pretty good for my mood too.
Travel
The Middle East is so well situated that flying anywhere in the world is far easier than it is from most other regions. And Dubai is so geared for travelling, that popping down to the airport for a quick trip feels as easy as going to the local supermarket.
Airlines
Along with that, the region has some of the best airlines in the world. Emirates, Etihad and Qatar are all first class airlines and make travelling a pleasure.
Cosmopolitan Crowd
If you’ve never been to Dubai you wouldn’t believe how cosmopolitan the city is. You can go to most dinner parties and everyone around the table will be from a different country, often with parents of different nationalities and a childhood spent in exotic locations. So unless you’re a real introvert, chances are your group of friends is from all over the world, and that in itself makes life in this city fascinating.
Coastal Vibe
The city of Dubai has literally risen from the desert over the past few years. It is now more city than sleepy fishing village or pearl diving post. Yet somehow, when you live here, it still has that laid-back coastal vibe to it. Once you descend from the tower blocks, you feel like you’re living in a (very sophisticated) coastal town. It’s not too small, or too big (yet).
Beaches & Yachts
Keeping with that sophisticated coastal town vibe, most residents in this city like to do things in style. So along with a few stunning beach bars, there are also plenty of great beach clubs and more than a handful of companies that rent out private yachts. So spending a stylish day out in the sun is very easy and does make weekends that much more enjoyable.
Safety
Overall Dubai is a pretty safe place to live and raise children. And relative to most other countries in the region, it’s way more stable. Just ask the millions of regional expats that live here. So when it comes to planning a family that makes a big difference.
Dubai’s Ruler
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is undoubtedly a visionary leader and very passionate about wanting the best for his people. It’s hard to fault that. He’s also pretty cool. He drives himself around, is genuinely liked and respected by locals and expats alike. And somehow he still finds time to take part in desert horse races. I don’t see many other leaders doing that.
Open Space
The desert is obviously a beautiful part of Dubai, and being able to simply drive into it and camp is a real luxury for people. But just having lots of open space is a luxury too. The city doesn’t feel overcrowded or overwhelming, and that helps with its relaxed vibe.
No Tax
What’s not to like about this one? More money in my pocket means more travel.
Signature Restaurants
OK it isn’t London, New York or Paris, but slowly the city is developing a great foodie scene. The Michelin Star chefs all like to open signature restaurants here, and some homegrown stars are beginning to emerge. So we’re starting to get a taste of the best from all over the world, which isn’t bad for a small city in the desert. To top it off, Zuma and Le Petit Maison have recently been ranked in the world’s top 100 restaurants for the second year running.
Dream Cars
Luxury cars are dime a dozen here. Every second one is a Rolls, Bentley, Ferrari or some other customised marque. It does make for pretty viewing, but the good thing is that overall, cars are comparatively affordable here and filling the tank is ridiculously cheap. That means you’re more likely to upgrade to the luxury car you’ve always wanted.
Luxury Shopping
Dubai is a shopping mecca. It has the world’s biggest mall, plans for an even bigger one, and dozens of other designer stores and souks. The city wants the best, so they encourage the world’s best stores and top designers to open up here. And there’s plenty of cool homegrown talent that’s starting to emerge too.
Snow Skiing
Dubai has some quirky places, like Ski Dubai where you can snow ski any time of year. Yes it’s bizarre, but that’s what makes it amazing. And it’s a pretty cool place to practice skiing or snowboarding too.
Thinking Big
I love the fact that Dubai’s leaders think big. Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building (for now) and Palm Jumeirah are engineering marvels, and are very cool too. I love the idea that anything is possible here. It’s a much better mindset than the negativity you often hear in other cities.
Final Word
As I said, every city has its good and its bad, and you will find something to moan about wherever youvisit.
2. Pink Beach (Tangsi Beach), a Remote but Stunning Beach in Lombok
I'd love to go to beach.
Pink Beach or Tangsi
Beach got the name from the color of the beach sand. The sand has pink color,
making it distinguish than any other beaches. Most beaches usually have white
or black color sand. Tangsi is one of the most interesting tourist destinations
in Lombok. Apart from its pink color sand, the beach has attractive panorama
that make everyone want to stay longer in the beach when they visit it. The
beach is actually beautiful, however, the location is too remote and the
infrastructure is inadequate. The government should pay attention for the
development of the beach. Developing infrastructure will attract more tourists
to visit the beach. Then, the regional revenue will increase.
Location
Tangsi
Beach is situated in Jerowaru District, East Lombok Regency, Mataram, West Nusa
Tenggara. You will need about two and a half an hour driving from Mataram. As
previously mentioned, the infrastructure around the beach is inadequate. It is
quite difficult for a car to reach the beach. Many part of the roads are
damaged. However, once you have arrived at the beach, you’ll be amazed by the
beauty of the beach. Especially, the pink color makes the beach look stunning.
The pink color of the beach was said to derive from the fractions of coral
reefs, named Homtrema rubrum, which mixed with white sand of
the beach.
Activities
When you come to Pink Beach, you can do many
activities, especially water activities. Water activities in the beach are fun
and exciting, like snorkeling, fishing, diving or surfing. Snorkeling will
allow you to learn more about the underwater life of the beach. You must bring
your own equipment if you want to do this activity. No rental activity is found
in the beach. You can also swim in the edge of the beach. The clear and clean water
is safe for you to swim at any time. Another challenging activity you can do in
the beach is water sports, like sea kayak. Sea kayak will be fun, and you will
have a challenging experience when you choose this activity.
Accommodations
When you come to Pink Beach, you
will not find complete facilities. There are only few fishermen offering their
boat to cross the beach into the small island near the beach. However, you can
find some people offer you various drinks. But what about hotels or lodges? You
will not find any near the beach. The best way when you visit the beach is to
come as early as possible, and then go back to town in the afternoon. You
better find a hotel or a lodge in Mataram. Mataram provides a wide range of
hotel, from budget to splurge rate. Depending on your budget, select a hotel
with affordable rate for you.
Visiting
Tangsi is recommended for you who love adventure. The nature and the beach
offer you incredible views. You can snap interesting objects around the beach.
That is why, don’t forget to brink a camera when you visit Tangsi Beach.
