Traveling to Dubai can be an expensive affair. Or so you think. No doubt that the glittering luxury hotels and hoard of expensive malls tell a different tale. However, with a bit of research and your willingness to drop the luxuries, you sure can enjoy Dubai on a budget of Rs 25000!
1. Book your tickets well in advance
Often the most expensive part of visiting foreign destinations is traveling. If you are planning to visit Dubai on a budget, you must keep a lookout for the best airfares. Book your tickets early so that you get cheaper deals. If you book 2-3 months in advance, you can fly cheaper, with tickets costing roughly Rs 16,000 for a return flight to and from Dubai.
2. Accommodation at Budget Deals
For budget accommodations in Dubai, you can look for hotels in and around Al Barsha, which will cost you approximately Rs 5,500 in a day. Alternately you can rent out apartments if you are traveling in a group as a cheaper alternative. If you are looking for an even cheaper stay, then Deira is the place to be as it offers modest accommodations for approximately Rs 3,000 per day or even cheaper.
3. Travel in public vehicles
Ditch the taxi and experience the local public transport system in Dubai. While this will help you savor Dubai better, it will be easy on your pocket as well. You can buy a Nol card for traveling by metro and top it up as you go. What’s more is that you can even avail free Wi-Fi if you are traveling Gold Class in Dubai metro!
You can also rent out bikes to explore the city. The streets of Dubai are lined with several cafes and restaurants which are a gastronomic delight! You can cycle your way through to observe the nightlife of Dubai and explore the Dubai landmarks.
4. Spoil yourself to some souk searching!
While Dubai malls are luxurious on an uber rich scale, you will find interesting buys at the local souk shops and markets. Drop in at Al Fahidi Street for deals on electronic goods or visit the Bur Dubai Souk for purchasing fabrics from all over Asia. You will also find stores selling jewelry, sarees, pashminas and shawls as well.
5. Enjoy the Dubai beaches
The Dubai coastline is dotted with some picturesque beaches, most of which are private beaches occupied by resorts. However, beaches like the Jumeirah Beach are open to the public, and you can enjoy a view of the Persian Gulf or even spot the mighty Burj Khalifa.
6. Savor food from budget eateries
As Dubai is a melting pot of various cultures and influences, you will be surprised to see the wide array of food options in the streets. Some of the most common influences on food are Indian and Pakistani among dominant Middle Eastern flavors. So enjoy budget-friendly food, which is no less delectable! So you can safely assume that you can keep a budget of Rs 1000 for food each day.
7. Staying within your budget
If you take a total estimation of your costs, a two-night trip to Dubai will cost you Rs 6000 for the budget hotel stay, Rs 16,000 for flights, Rs 700 for local transport and Rs 2000 for food. Thus, you will be able to cover your basic costs within Rs 25000! So enjoy Dubai without allowing it to weigh heavily on your pocket!
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