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4-Day Dubai Itinerary 📝: Day 1: 🤩 Go up to

4-Day Dubai Itinerary 📝:

Day 1:
🤩 Go up to levels 124 & 125 of the Burj Khalifa
🛍️ Walk around Dubai Mall
🛶 Take a Burj Lake boat ride
⛲️ Watch the Dubai Fountain show

Day 2:
🐪 Take a Red Dunes ATV, Sandsurf, Camels, Stargazing and 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp tour with @oceanairtravels

Day 3:
🌸 Dubai Miracle Garden
🏊‍♀️ Pool day at the @radissonbluhoteldubaicanalview
⚱️ Explore Deira, i.e. Old Dubai (home of the Gold & Spice Souks)

Day 4:
🌴 The View at the Palm
🛥️ Walk around Dubai Marina
🏖️ Explore the Jumeirah Beach Residence district

Have you ever been to Dubai 🇦🇪? What would you add to this itinerary 💯?

XOXO Sara

Another must-see in Dubai is the Dubai Fountain sh

Another must-see in Dubai is the Dubai Fountain show 💯.

With 6,000 lights, 25 colored projectors & 22,000 gallons of airborne water, Dubai Fountain is the world’s largest performing fountain ⛲️.

It sits on the 30-acre Burj Lake & is choreographed to various songs 🎶, ranging from classical to contemporary Arabic & world music in a mesmerizing water, music & light show ✨.

A fun way to experience the Dubai Fountain show is by boat 🛶.

We booked the ‘Dubai: Burj Khalifa Fountain Show & Burj Lake Ride’ through @getyourguide & had front row seats to the show 🤩!

Before the show, we also got to cruise around for about 20 minutes in an ‘abra’, i.e. a traditional, wooden water taxi, from which we could see some of the city’s most iconic monuments, like the Burj Khalifa, Souk Al Bahar, & the Palace Downtown 🌆.

I’d recommend watching the fountain show several times during your trip & taking the boat tour at least once to get the full experience 🤗!

XOXO Sara

Wishing I was back in Dubai hanging out at this ro

Wishing I was back in Dubai hanging out at this rooftop pool today ☀️.

Situated in Business Bay, @radissonbluhoteldubaicanalview is the perfect place to stay when visiting Dubai 🌆.

The hotel offers gorgeous canal & city views 🤩, awesome facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center & spa, on-site restaurants, free private parking, super friendly staff, & a great location 💯.

The hotel is walkable to Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, & some of Dubai’s other most popular attractions 🚶‍♀️ & is easily accessible to other parts of the city via Uber or cab 🚕.

We chose to stay here, as it was more affordable than some of the other hotels we’d looked at 💵 & since some of the excursions we’d planned wouldn’t pick up from other parts of the city due to traffic 🚦.

When we arrived, we were greeted with an upgrade to a room with an incredible city view 🙌!

During our stay, we ate at the BAI Bar & Terrace, which offers great views & of course, delicious food 😋, & took advantage of the hotel’s rooftop pool for an afternoon 🏊‍♀️.

All in all, we were pleasantly surprised by our stay here & happy with our last minute decision to switch hotels 🏨!

Would you consider staying here 🤔?

XOXO Sara

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Planning a trip to Dubai 🇦🇪? Be sure to che

Planning a trip to Dubai 🇦🇪?

Be sure to check out @theviewpalm 🌴.

From here, you’ll have stunning, 360-degree views of the world-famous Palm Jumeirah, the Arabian Gulf & the city of Dubai 🌆.

We went during off-peak hours & chose the ‘The Next Level’ ticket, which includes 🎟️:

🔍 The Palm Jumeirah Exhibition - an interactive exhibit & tribute to the vision behind the Palm Jumeirah

🤩 The Observatory - located on level 52 of the Palm Tower, offers beautiful views from behind a layer of glass

📸 The Next Level - located on level 54 of the Palm Tower, offers incredible, unobstructed views from an outdoor terrace & includes skip the line entry & elevator access

In my opinion, the views from the 54th floor are well worth the price difference for this ticket 💯.

📍 Pictured here: views from The Observatory

XOXO Sara

During our trip to Dubai, we did a fun desert safa

During our trip to Dubai, we did a fun desert safari with @oceanairtravels that we booked through @viator 🏜️!

During the excursion, we got to:

🛵 Drive ATVs through the desert
🏄‍♀️ Try sandboarding for the first time
🥰 Feed some adorable baby camels
🐪 Take a short camel ride
🦅 Hold a falcon
☕️ Try Arabic coffee
🍗 Enjoy a BBQ buffet
🔥 Watch some traditional dances & a fire show

This was a great way to learn about Arabic culture & to get out of the hustle & bustle of the city for a bit 🌆.

The tour lasts around 6 hours ⏰ & pick-up & drop-off from your hotel in Dubai is included 🚗.

Let me know if you have any questions! I’m happy to share more about our experience with this excursion 🤗.

XOXO Sara

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Situated on the coast of the Persian Gulf, Dubai i

Situated on the coast of the Persian Gulf, Dubai is the most populous city & emirate in the UAE 🇦🇪.

The city was established in the 18th century as a small fishing village 🎣 & grew into a regional trading hub in the early 20th century 🤝 & a center for tourism & luxury in the late 20th & early 21st centuries 🤩.

The city is now known for its luxury shopping 🛍️, groundbreaking, modern architecture 🧱 & lively nightlife scene 🍸.

It has the 2nd most 5-star hotels ⭐️ & the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa (pictured here)🥇.

Dubai is also famous for its 5 artificial islands 🏝️: the Palm Islands (Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali & the Deira Islands), Bluewaters Island & the World Islands 🌎.

Have you ever been to Dubai? What did you think 🤔?

XOXO Sara

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Have you tried anything new & exciting yet this ye

Have you tried anything new & exciting yet this year 🗓️?!

One new thing I’ve tried is sand surfing in Dubai, & it was so much fun 🙌!

It took me a while to get the hang of things, but once I did, it was smooth sailing 🤗.

Though I love traveling to new places & trying new things, one thing I always stick with is my favorite footwear - my @vessi shoes 👟!

They’re waterproof & easy to clean 🧼, so they looked as good as new after walking & sliding through the sand all afternoon, & I was still able to wear them during the rest of our trip 🧳.

Have you gotten your own pair of Vessis yet 🤔? Head to the link in my bio now if not 🔗!

XOXO Sara

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If you guessed Dubai from my last post, you’re c

If you guessed Dubai from my last post, you’re correct 👏!

After an amazing time in Indore, India 🇮🇳, we made our way to Dubai, UAE for the tail end of our trip 🇦🇪.

Before I start sharing about all the fun things we did there, I have to rave about @t_swet & my favorite travel shoes for a minute 😬!

We’ve worn our @vessi shoes all around the world 🌎 - to the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Germany, India, the UAE, & more - & I can safely say that they are some of our favorite travel accessories 🤗!

They’re so comfy & go with everything, which makes matching travel outfits really easy 🙌. And, they’re perfect for full-day, active excursions like the one pictured here in the middle of the Dubai desert 🐪.

Pictured here are my Women’s Weekend in Marble White & Tim’s Men’s Everyday Classic in Pearl White 👟.

If you haven’t already gotten yourself a pair, head to the link in my bio to do so 🔗!

XOXO Sara

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Life is too short to wait! Don’t you agree?! 🤗

Inspired by the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of V

Inspired by the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles in France 🇫🇷, the Sheesh Mahal, aka “Palace of Mirrors” or “Hall of Mirrors”, is a stunning example of Rajasthani architecture & one of the most popular spots to visit in Jaipur 🌆.

Situated within @amerfortjaipur, Sheesh Mahal is the most mirrored hall in the world apart from Versailles, but the brilliance of these mirrors is very unique 🤩.

Rather than large mirrors, as seen at Versailles 🪞, this hall is embellished with thousands of small mirrors, along with precious stones, glass & intricate paintings, that are artfully embedded into the walls & ceiling 💎.

The hall was built by King Man Singh in the 16th century for his queen, who loved to see the stars at night ✨.

As a symbol of his love ❤️, he had his architects create a room for her that would reflect the candlelight at night, creating an illusion of thousands of stars 🌌.

The best time to visit Sheesh Mahal is during sunrise or sunset 🌅, when you can witness the beautiful colors of the sky reflected in the mirrors for yourself 😍.

XOXO Sara

If you’ve purchased the Royal Splendour ticket 🎟️, you’ll have access to some of the private rooms of the @jaipurcitypalace 🏰.

Each floor of the 7-storeyed Chandra Mahal palace is lavishly adorned & reflects the opulent legacy of Rajasthan’s royalty 👑.

The Chhavi Niwas, or ‘Hall of Images’, is a bright, beautiful, blue room with impressive white detailing & was one of our favorites 💙!

Situated on the 5th floor, it was used as a retreat for the Maharaja during the monsoon season 🌧️.

In our opinion, paying a little extra to see this room & the other private rooms is totally worth it 🙌!

XOXO Sara

Would you ever consider visiting India 🇮🇳?

Would you ever consider visiting India 🇮🇳?

I’ve gotten a lot of questions about what I thought about India & if I would recommend visiting ✈️.

My answer: Yes! A thousand times, yes 🙌!

I’ve been to India twice now & loved nearly every minute of my time spent there ❤️.

On our last visit, in addition to touring Delhi, Agra & Jaipur, @t_swet & I were lucky enough to spend several days with my friend @divyadhone & her gracious family, & we got to experience Indore like locals 🛺.

We had the most amazing experience & hope to go back someday to visit our new friends & to explore more of this incredible country 🗺️.

But for now, here are some of our favorite memories from our trip 🤗.

XOXO Sara

Jantar Mantar is a collection of 19 astronomical i

Jantar Mantar is a collection of 19 astronomical instruments commissioned by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 18th century ⚖️ & a must-see for 1st time visitors to Jaipur 🇮🇳.

The complex is the most significant, most comprehensive & best preserved of India’s historic observatories 🔭 & thus was deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010 💯.

The instruments, which were architectural marvels of their time, were designed for the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye 👀 & some are the largest ever built in their categories 😮.

Most notably, the complex features the world’s largest sundial ☀️.

Here’s some additional info for your visit 📝:

⏰ Hours: Daily from 9 am - 4:30 pm
⏲️ Time to Visit: 30-45 minutes
💵 Cost: Rs 50 for Indian visitors & Rs 200 for foreign nationals

XOXO Sara

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If you’re planning to visit the Taj Mahal, here

If you’re planning to visit the Taj Mahal, here are some tips to keep in mind 💯:

⏰ Get there early to beat the crowds
🌅 Go for sunrise if the weather is nice
💰 Have some Indian Rupees (INR/Rs) on hand to pay entrance fees & tips
🧣 Bring a scarf to cover your shoulders inside the mausoleum
👜 Carry a cross-body or secure purse/wallet, as the Taj Mahal gets very crowded
📸 Don’t say ‘yes’ to people who want to take pictures of or with you
💵 Tip around Rs 500 for your tour guide

What other tips would you add to this list 📝?

XOXO Sara

Have you ever been a little disappointed by a trav

Have you ever been a little disappointed by a travel experience 🤔?

Sometimes things don’t turn out exactly the way we expect them to while traveling ✈️, but we try to make the most of them 🙌!

We’d planned to visit the Taj Mahal for sunrise 🌅 (I’d been before & missed sunrise last time too), but unfortunately, it was too foggy to do so ☁️.

Despite the late arrival, we still had a great time 🤗, learned a lot & were able to capture a few nice photos too 📸!

XOXO Sara

The next stop on our tour of Delhi was the Lotus T

The next stop on our tour of Delhi was the Lotus Temple, a unique Buddhist temple shaped like a large Lotus flower 🪷.

The temple was dedicated in 1986 & has since become one of Delhi’s most popular tourist attractions 💯.

Like all Bahá’í Houses of Worship, the Lotus Temple is a space for people to gather, reflect, meditate & pray, & all are welcome irrespective of religious background, gender, or other distinctions 🙏.

The temple’s shape has symbolic significance, as the lotus is often associated with purity, sacredness, spirituality & knowledge, & the number 9 is believed to have mystical properties 🪄.

Designed by Iranian architect Fariborz Sahba, the temple has won numerous awards (some even before the temple was completed) & has been featured in many articles 🥇.

Unfortunately, we were in Delhi on a Monday, so we weren’t able to go inside; this photo is actually from my last trip to Delhi, since the only ones we were able to get this time were from the other side of a fence 🤦‍♀️.

Here’s some info for your visit 📝:

⏰ Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 9 am - 7 pm in the summer & from 9 am - 5:30 pm in the winter (closed on Mondays)
⏲️ Time to Visit: 30 mins
💵 Cost: Free

XOXO Sara

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If you’re looking for a place to stay in Delhi,

If you’re looking for a place to stay in Delhi, @radissondelhi should be at the top of your list 🏨!

We flew to Delhi, India on an overnight flight from Houston, Texas with a quick layover in Istanbul, Turkey ✈️.

We were set to arrive around 5 am, but due to some heavy fog in Delhi, we landed a couple hours late ⏰.

Despite the delay, we were diligently picked up by a driver that we booked through the hotel 🚗.

Upon arrival, we were able to take advantage of Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi’s breakfast buffet 🍳 & to check into our hotel room 6 hours early (for a small fee), so we could get some rest & ward off our jet lag 😴.

The hotel has a beautiful pool area 🏊‍♀️ (which was unfortunately under construction during our visit) & an incredible spa, where we enjoyed a lovely couples massage 💆‍♀️ before eating some of the best green curry we’ve ever had from one of the hotel’s delicious restaurants 🍛.

Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi truly has it all & was the perfect place to kick off our trip to India 🤩!

XOXO Sara

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Located in Makena State Park 🌴, the Wailea Ocea

Located in Makena State Park 🌴, the Wailea Oceanfront Boardwalk Trail is a lovely, coastal path that climbs to Wailea Point & takes about an hour & 10 minutes to complete ⏰.

Along the way, you’ll pass 5 public beaches 🏖️, as well as some fancy hotels, restaurants & shops. There are also some trail-side cafes where you can stop for coffee, juice or a full-blown breakfast 🥞.

The trail is paved & is dog, wheelchair, kid & stroller-friendly 🤗. It has some restrooms & picnic areas throughout as well 🚻.

The trail is open year-round 🛤️, but if you’re here between November through may, be sure to be on the lookout for whales 🐳!

Here are some other details about this trail:
🪧 Length: 3.5 miles
❗️Difficult: Easy
⛰️ Elevation gain: 124 feet
🗺️ Route type: Out & back

XOXO Sara at Travel A-Broads

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Maui photo dump 📸! While I’m over here remin

Maui photo dump 📸!

While I’m over here reminiscing about beach time & sunshine ☀️, here’s all the things we did on Maui 🏝️:

Day 1
✈️ Mid-day flight from Oahu to Maui
🌅 Walk to Wailea Beach Resort & watch the sunset
🍽️ Dinner at Matteo’s Maui

Day 2
☕️ Breakfast at Akamai Coffee
🏖️ Beach day at Chang Beach
🐢 Watch the sea turtles at Kanaha Beach Park

Day 3
🛤️ Walk the Wailea Oceanfront Boardwalk Trail
🍺 Lunch at Maui Brewery
🤿 Snorkeling & more sea turtles at Kalepolepo Fishpond
🍧 Try some Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice
🍽️ Dinner at Sparky’s Food Co.

Day 4
🥾 Hike the Waihee Ridge Trail
🥥 Lunch at Coconuts Fish Cafe
🌺 Luau at Wailea Beach Resort

Day 5
🏖️ Morning at the beach on Wailea Beach Resort
🤿 Snorkeling at Kanaha Beach Park
🚚 Lunch at some local food trucks (Sweet Hula & Thai Mee Up)
🌅 Sunset at Wailea Beach Resort

Let me know if you have any questions ☺️!

XOXO Sara at Travel A-Broads

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Who doesn’t love a good sunset 🌅? While on M

Who doesn’t love a good sunset 🌅?

While on Maui, we stayed in a condo in Kihei & took advantage of the beautiful sunsets this area has to offer 🤗!

Our favorite place to watch the sunset was at the @waileabeachresort right along the Wailea Oceanfront Boardwalk Trail 🗺️.

In fact, of the 5 nights we were on Maui, we watched 3 sunsets here ⏰.

P.S. There’s a large shopping center right in front of the resort & it’s free to park there 🅿️, which makes this an easy & convenient spot to watch the sunset even if you aren’t staying at the resort (like us!) 👍.

XOXO Sara at Travel A-Broads

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