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From the shopping and dining delights of The Dubai Mall to the popular Mall of the Emirates – to the world’s largest indoor ski slope – on to Ibn Battuta – named after the famed Arabic explorer – with its six themed shopping halls, there’s more to the retail experience in Dubai than just branded storefronts.

The Dubai Mall, opened in Nov 2008, will contain over 1,200 stores when fully operational. Almost all stores are already open, including favourites such as Ted Baker, Guess Jeans, Gap, Manolo Blahnik and Aldo. You have to visit the Dubai Aquarium & Discovery Centre and Dubai Ice Rink, also housed in the mall.

Mall of the Emirates, has 350 shops, excellent 400-room Kempinski hotel and biggest 400-metrelong ski slope. This indoor ski centre even features real snow – a somewhat difficult to beleive in the middle of a desert, but a great way to spend an afternoon alon or with family after a morning’s meanderings.

The expansive Ibn Battuta mall, which lies on the outer reaches of the city along Sheikh Zayed Road, houses six international shopping zones, making a trip from Egypt to China entirely feasible in a matter of minutes!

If design brands are your thing then it has to be the great BurJuman mall, a one-stop shopping destination for every label imaginable from Dior to Louis Vuitton. The mall is also home to the ultra-fashionable Saks Fifth Avenue store, the hangout of the affluent visitor.

And if all Burjuman luxury is not enough, then the equally stylish Jumeirah Emirates Towers Boulevard is place where you may find yet more desirable brands from the musthave trinkets of Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari to the inimitable chic of Armani and Jimmy Choo. There’s also Boutique 1 where you can find handpicked designs from top labels such as Missoni, Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney.

Another great destination is Wafi, a great place to shop with the family or spend time with friends. Built in the shape of a pyramid, this unique mall is not only home to an eclectic mix of one-off stores and familiar brand names, but also offers an exciting menu of quality dining venues and entertainment options from Planet Hollywood to the acclaimed Asha’s Indian restaurant (owned by famous musician, Asha Bhosle). It also houses Khan Murjan, an indoor souk based on a legendary 14th century Arabian market, with artisans and traders selling a variety of goods.

Deira City Centre is a cornerstone of the Dubai’s retail scene, with something for everyone. It is popular for its selection of high street brands including Debenhams, Topshop, Forever 21, Gap, Mango, Oasis and Benetton. There is a huge Carrefour in the centre of the mall, which is the excellent place to find bargain-priced TVs, DVDs, clothing and home accessories.

Venture to New Dubai and you will find one of the few outdoor shopping precincts in the city, with great beach views as well. The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence spans 1.7km and is spread across two levels – a plaza level and beach level. It’s a mix of high-end retail and home wares, interspersed with an array of restaurants and bustling cafes.

You may find more information about malls, shops and find the best Dubai shopping place to go, just visit our Dubai guide!

Ontario is well known for several things; Niagara Falls, natural beauty and the city of Toronto. The Great Toronto area is a mixture of urban centers and unspoiled natural beauty so the opportunities for different experiences and activities are incredible. In just a short drive from the city you can be in the wilderness or enjoying the theme parks at Niagra. There are also small towns and cities with some unique charms.

Billed as the cultural center of Canada, Toronto is a city with a lot to offer the visitor. The shopping is world class with high end brands, massive malls and quality markets you can buy anything. The waterfront area is a good place to spend some leisure time. The city is easy to travel around as it has an excellent transport and information system. It is thought of as a cultural center as there are many theatres, art galleries and events for the culture vulture to enjoy. It is also the gateway for the other delights of Ontario.

Niagra Falls can be accessed easily from the city and is a must see for a lot of people. The iconic horseshoe falls are not the only attraction at Niagra as there are now many theme parks, shows, events and parks there. At Niagra on the Lake you will find beautiful countryside with gastronomic treats. There is an abundance of wineries nearby and many different wine tours to take.

One of the smaller towns near Toronto with lots to do is Burlington. It sits on the edge of Lake Ontario and has lots of parklands and trails as well as cultural places to visit. A particularly beautiful section of the Trans Canada Trail runs through the town along the lake shore, through parks and over cliff tops. There are companies providing boat tours or dinner cruises from the town to different sections of the lake. There are also art galleries, theatres, historical monuments and museums so you could spend your whole trip just in Burlington.

Port Hope is known as one of the best preserved historic towns in the region. It has an award winning high street and a large number of listed buildings. The center has a large number of exclusive boutiques and unique shops to spend hours browsing in. There are of course opportunities to get out into nature and the Ganaraska River which runs through the town is renowned for trout and salmon fishing.

Nature lovers will find heaven in the Great Toronto area. It is so varied and unspoiled even close to the cities. For hikers and cyclists there are many miles of trails through the different landscapes. Alternatively you could take a boat trip across the lakes or along the rivers. For adrenalin junkies there are a number of places for white water rafting and other adventure pursuits. In the winter the landscape changes completely and you can go skiing or sledding.

There is an incredible number of sporting, cultural and food festivals held throughout the area ever year. Toronto alone has something happening every week and is home to the International Toronto Film Festival.

Vacations should be a time for relaxation, adventure and new experiences. These are all easy to find in the Great Toronto area.

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