PYP and MYP Regional Workshops in cooperation with theInternational Baccalaureate
13th - 15th May 2011 Greenfield Community School Dubai, United Arab Emirates
For travel and accommodation enquiries please contact:
Email: ibworkshops@snttadubai.com Tel: +971 (4) 282 7985 (0900‐1700) Fax: +971 (4) 286 5430 Mobile: +971 (50) 481 9424
For more information and assistance with the conference, please contact the Team at Taaleem
Email: conferences@taaleem.ae Tel: +971 (4) 349 8806 ext: 709 Mobile: +971 (50) 547 8452 Fax: +971 (4) 349 8807 Web: http://www.taaleem.ae/ourinitiatives/ib-workshops.html
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Guests will have the opportunity to experience the cultural and traditional side of Dubai in this half day tour which will mainly take place in the old parts of the city.
The tour will be conducted on coaches with a certified English Speaking Guide onboard.
The tour starts with a stop at the Jumeirah Mosque which showcases modern Islamic architecture. En route to the Creek guests will get a glimpse of the magnificent palaces belonging to the ruling Al Maktoum family of Dubai.
The guests arrive at the oldest part of Dubai, the Bastakia where they stop for a while to admire the old wind tower houses with their splendid architecture and walk through the fine examples of the earliest forms of air-conditioning invented, with a short walk around the Heritage area and a visit to the museum. They continue their journey by Abra – the local water taxis that criss-cross the Creek onto the bustling alleys of the renowned Gold and Spice Souqs.
The brilliantly illuminated Gold Souq and aromatic Spice Souq where more than 200 gold shops display dazzling jewellery varying from traditional pieces to the latest designs at amazingly affordable prices.
Note – The above tour cannot be done on a Friday mornings.
Tour conducted in a 51 seater coach + English speaking guide. cost per person, Cost includes entrance fee for Dubai Museum + Abra Ride
DHOW DINNER CRUISE
Meet in the lobby to head to the pier at Dubai Creek to board a traditional wooden boat (called a Dhow) for a two hour dinner cruise.
On arrival guests are welcomed in the traditional Arabian way with Arabic Coffee ‘Ghawa’ and dates before boarding the dhow. As they board the dhow they can proceed to the top deck to enjoy the view of the creek I the evening.
While cruising down the Creek, enjoy a beautiful view of the old and new Dubai with the tall glass and chrome buildings housed in the business district on one side, and the old architectural beauty of the wind towers and the traditional styled buildings of the old city on the other side.
Once dinner is served guests proceed to the lower deck to enjoy an international buffet dinner offering a variety of cuisine from succulent Arabian spiced meats to Indian curries, and International dishes.
A cash bar is available on board, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage. Relaxing background music will provide entertainment for the evening.
After dinner guests are transferred back to the hotel for the night.
VISA ON ARRIVAL
Visa will be granted on arrival in the UAE for the following nationalities: Germany, Japanese, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, USA, Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, South Korea, Spain, Monaco, Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, British, Brunei, UK Overseas Passport Holders born in China and UK Overseas Passport Holders born in Hong Kong.
The above nationalities are granted a visa (maximum 30 days) upon arrival. This visa is non extendable.
VISIT VISA
Applicable For: Asians, Africans - (Excluding South Africans), Middle East Nationals – (Excluding GCC Nationals), Nationals Not Included In Commonwealth Countries
NOTES Applications for Transit Visas are required a minimum of 12 days in advance for Asians and 21 days in advance for Africans (Excluding South African) and Arab Nationals (excluding GCC).
Transit Visa applications for African (excluding South Africans) & Arab (excluding GCC) nationals indicated as above goes through immigration security check and could take longer than mentioned above to process. It is important to receive passport details well in advance. The immigration authorities have the right to refuse visas without explanation. In order to process the Visa, we would require:
Please note that Visas may not be granted in case the Profession on the passport states “Private Service”.
Visa fees are payable in full in advance and if the application is rejected by Immigration authorities, the amount is non-refundable.
Transit Visas are valid for arrivals and departures in UAE at airports only and NOT at sea ports and border crossing. Send all above mentioned document to ibworkshops@snttadubai.com
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