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The adventurous city of Dubai is known for it's high towers and marvelous infrastructure on one hand, and the shining gold desert on the other.
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But, it is also a place where you would see an Abra (an ancient wooden boat), and a fully lavish yacht, both in the same city.
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Last year in May, I took a flair ride on a yacht in the heart of azure Arabian ocean.
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The three-hour journey on the yacht allowed me to switch off from 'work mode', and leave my quotidian life behind, into an unforgettable experience.
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The fresh breeze and the warm sun rays were exactly what I needed.
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The rooms in the yacht are perfect for a quick nap to energise, before exploring the waters.
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The majestic machine takes you to the city's wondrous Jumeirah area where tall skyscrapers line the shorelines.
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The normal yacht route is from Dubai Marina to Jumeirah Beach Residences, Blue Water Island, Ain Dubai Ferris Wheel, Atlantis, The Palm, Sheikh Island to Burj Al Arab.
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Yacht tours have been reopened now from 6am to 10pm. Rent rates vary from Dh3,000 to 3,500 for a group of 30 persons including water, soft drinks, juices and ice. Now, some yachts offer Dh1,000 to Dh2,000 for 15 guests for three hours.
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