In a most recent study, Dubai is among the international destinations believed to be a tourist favorite in 2010. The Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) said, “If you are after a bargain, Dubai will be a place to go in 2010.” ABTA represents over 5,000 travel agencies and about 900 tour operations in the United Kingdom.

Also earlier in December 2009, the online searches for hotels in Dubai rose 570 percent following the Dubai World’s announcement of its plans to restructure its debt. Hotels.com likewise reported that prices for hotels in Dubai were set to drop by to 17 percent in 2010 compared to the same period in 2009.

With the recent opening of the world’s tallest tower Burj Khalifa, the city promises to be a hotspot in 2010. This prestige has been added to the local pride since Dubai is known for its world-class shopping experience with high-end facilities like the Gold Souk, Deira City Center, Dubai Mall and Mall of Emirates. Dubai Mall houses the awesome Aquarium. The Mall of Emirates has been the shoppers’ route because of its internationally-famous Ski Dubai, Skating Rink, food court, bistros, cinemas, and shopping outlets.

Ascot Hotel is a short drive to the historic Dubai Creek, which also allows an exhilarating visit at the Dubai Dolphinarium, or an unforgettable dinner aboard the celebrated dhow, or wooden vessel cruising the Creek.
Likewise, the hotel can arrange for scuba diving, deep sea fishing & cruising, Dubai ‘big bus’ tour or aboard the Metro Train, sightseeing of Dubai skyline aboard a chartered plane, or even the more adventurous desert Safari.

Dubai, as a matter of fact, offers an unlimited leisure moments, both indoor and outdoor, with the many destinations or places of interest for the hotel guests. These include the Culture Village, Dubai Golf City, Dubailand, Dubai Sports City, and world’s highly-acclaimed residential development such as the Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira.