Marco Polo was the original, trailblazing 'tourist'. Born around 1254 into a wealthy Venetian merchant family, at the age of 17 he embarked on an epic journey to Asia and was one of the first westerners to visit China. When he returned he recorded his extensive travels by publishing a book which introduced Europeans to Central Asia and China, possibly the first 'travel guide' ever published! It is this pioneering spirit that drives us at Marco Polo to provide the best guides and maps to help you explore the world. We hope our guides and maps will inspire you to set off on your own adventures. Marcopologuides.com
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Marco Polo Top Highlights 2 Top 10 highlights Best Of Dubai 8 ... when it's hot 9 ... on a budget 10 ... with children 11 ... classic experiences Get To Know Dubai 14 Discover Dubai 17 At a glance 18 Understand Dubai 21 True or false? 24 Sightseeing 28 Bur Dubai 34 Deira 38 Downtown Dubai 42 Jumeirah 49 Other sights 52 Eating & Drinking 68 Shopping 80 Nightlife Active & Relaxed 94 Sport & wellness 96 Festivals & events 98 Sleep well Discovery Tours 104 Dubai at a glance 107 Enter the world of the souks 111 Between sea and wind towers 113 Beach life a la Dubai Good To Know 116 Holiday Basics Arrival, Getting around, Emergencies, Essentials, Important information, Weather 124 Arabic Words & Phrases Don't be lost for words 126 Holiday Vibes Books, films, music & blogs 128 Travel Pursuit The Marco Polo holiday quiz 130 Index & Credits 132 Dos & Dont's How to avoid slip-ups & blunders

