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Ajman holidays

Discover the smallest emirate's lovely blend of old and new

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Often dwarfed by their larger than life counterparts, smaller emirates like Ajman are emerging as charming holiday destinations with fabulous new hotels.

Steeped in history, Ajman is a picturesque gem reminiscent of Arabian folklore. A wonderful mix of old and new, simplicity and sophistication, head here for a relaxing stay with glorious uncrowded beaches - and vibrant Dubai still nearby.


Ajman holiday highlights
•   Book dinner in the sand dunes. You'll take a camel ride into the desert before relaxing on comfortable low cushions in a Bedu style encampment for a BBQ feast under the starlit canopy.
•   Unwind on white-sand beaches, keeping your eyes peeled for dolphins frolicking in the warm waters.
•   Browse for bargains at the souk, well-known for its unique architecture.

Ajman Multi-Centre holidays
Combine Ajman with one of the larger emirates - perhaps preceed your stay with a stint in glittering Dubai, enjoying duty-free shopping and marvelling at soaring landmarks. Or continue on to other destinations, such as Oman or Bangkok.

For more information about Ajman, read our online facts.

Time difference / local time

GMT +4 hours
Language

Arabic. English is widely understood.

Currency

Dirham
Safety

The United Arab Emirates is considered a very safe destination, but as with any major city or resort, take care of your valuables.

Highlights

Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Not to be confused with the grander mosque of the same name in Abu Dhabi. This Ajman attraction is still beautiful and well worth seeing.

Ajman Museum
Housed in an 18-century fortress, here you can learn more about Ajman's history.

Dhow Yard
The world's largest boat building yard, here dhows are built using traditional tools and methods.

Mowaihat
Many relics have been unearthed at this fascinating archeological site, including a tomb.

Beaches

White sandy beaches fringe warm waters.

Passports and Visas

•  Make sure you have a full 10-year passport.
•  British and Irish passport holders don’t need a visa.

Flying time to destination

6¾ hours to Dubai.

Eating/Drinking

•  Try mezze, a selection of starters that's as filling as a main course. It includes:
    o  Tabbouleh (a salad of chopped parsley, cracked wheat, tomatoes and mint)
    o  Hummus (chickpea and sesame seed dip)
    o  Moutabel (aubergine puree)
    o  Waraeinab (stuffed vine leaves with rice)
    o  Tahini (sesame seed paste, yoghurt and lemon dip)
    o  Arabic bread
•  Main dishes include:
    o  Machbous (spiced lamb with rice)
    o  Hareis (simmered wheat and tender lamb)
    o  Meshwi (a mixed grill of various types of meat and sausage)
    o  Locally caught fish or shellfish.
•  For a snack, try shawarma - slivers of grilled lamb carved from a vertical spit and served with salad in a pocket of Arab bread.
•  For desert try esh asaraya (cheesecake) and umm’ail (bread pudding with cinnamon and nutmeg).
•  The middle east is famous for its sweet pastries, although fruit is the usual dessert.

Good to know

Religion
Islam

Dialling code
+971 6

Tipping

In most cases, a service charge of 15–18 % will be added to your bill.

Climate data for this region

Best time to visit

The United Arab Emirates are warm all year round, but the best time to visit is from November to March when the average maximun temperature is 25°C. May to September are the hottest months, when temperatures often exceed 40°C.

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