This Bloggerati Getaway is proudly sponsored by Dubai Tourismย
Yes, you heard it right, I’m going to Dubai in early December and one of my readers, and a plus-one, could win the chance to come along for the ride. Amazing, huh?!
In Australia’s largest international social tourism campaign, myself and 20 other bloggers are partnering with Dubai Tourism to capture the excitement and diversity of Dubai. We’re all members ofย Bloggerati, the talent group of Australia’s largest blogging community, Nuffnang, with a combined reach of some 8 million people between us.
I’ve always been intrigued by Dubai so I’m really excited to have the opportunity to visit for the first time and share all it has to offer with my readers. I’m thinking souqs (I cut my teeth in Marrakesh earlier in the year!), Bedouin tents, camel rides in the desert, impressive shopping malls (there are almost 100 including the 12 million plus square foot Dubai Mall!), some of the world’s best hotels and exciting food (I love a bit of spice!). Despite all the glitz and glam on offer, I’m particularly looking forward to exploring Old Dubai and hoping we’ll get to go on a desert safari!
Home to over 200 nationalities, I’m sure Dubai will provide a glimpse into so many cultures and this really fascinates me. And as for architecture and interiors, there will be plenty to explore and I hope to share a variety of inspiration with you. Camera at the ready!
โDubai Tourism is delighted to partner with Nuffnang on their annual Bloggerati Getaway, to showcase Dubaiโs diverse attractions and experiences to the various audiences that their top bloggers attract. The bloggers will be visiting Dubaiโs iconic attractions as well as uncovering some of the unexpected experiences Dubai offers to our region,โ said ย Julie King, director of Dubai Tourism Australia and New Zealand.ย โThe Dubai Blogger Getaway will be supported by our partners The Address Hotels & Resorts – Palace Downtown Dubai, The Address Downtown Dubai, The Address Dubai Mall, and Vida Downtown Dubai, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai and Shangri-La Hotel Dubai.โ
Weย will be leveraging the #MyDubai initiative, created by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, whoย encourages residents and visitors to join him in sharing photos, videos and stories on social media and show their experiences of Dubai.ย The intention is to celebrate the everyday lives of the people and communities of the Emirate and show the city that is beneath the landmarks, headlines and superlatives. The Australia #MyDubai initiative will provide the opportunity to showcase and uncover some of Dubaiโs hidden gems and lesser-known highlights to the Australian market.
โThis is the first time Australia has seen an international tourism board commit to an impressive blogger getaway of this size. Nuffnang is proud to be part of this industry first and our bloggers areย ecstatic to be working with Dubai,โ said Nuffnang managing director, Felicity Grey.
WIN
One blog reader (hopefully an Interiors Addict reader!) and their plus-one, will receive return flights from their nearest capital city, accommodation and activities in Dubai. You’ll be traveling in part with the Bloggerati group but not included in all our activities. In other words, you will have time to yourselves.
TO ENTER
Simply answer the question “What do you dream of in Dubai?”ย on social media with the hashtags #NNDubaiDreams and #mydubai
In order for your entry to be valid:
- You must use both hashtags above
- You are allowed to upload an image, text or video
- You must share to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram
- Your post must be publicly visible
- In short, entries can be any format so long as they’re publicly visible on social media and contain the two hashtags.
Closesย 5pm AEDST on Wednesday 12 November 2014.
More info about the competition.ย For full terms and conditions.
Have you been to Dubai? What MUST I see/do?
Comments
michelle says
Entering now! What a great prize!
Kelly Be A Fun Mum (@BeAFunMum) says
Whoo hoo!
nicole valentine don says
OMGeezy!!! So exciting!
Jen Bishop says
I hope you’re entering!
nicole valentine don says
Yes, just did!!! Fingers crossed…
Caine says
Just entered Jen. I have been to Dubai before but for work. I have always wanted to go back to throw myself into their cultures and explore the city. Amazing place!
Jen Bishop says
Good luck!
kelly says
JEn you really have to do old Subai tour and the spice markets gold souq and eat a shawarama from a stand or fatafete (if still there) reataurant along the river.
then have a spa treatment at the Burj Al Arab Spa get a gold tattoo (not real) go to Jumeirah Beach get photos of the Burj behind you, Wild Wadi is a crazy water park, Dubai Mall. hug a penguin go indoor snow skiing and shark feeding! Oh and Armani Hotel Cafe for dinner and watch the water displays
Jen Bishop says
This all sounds right up my street! Thanks for the tips!
Olivia says
Definitely do the hig tea at the Burj! And the sunset safari sand dune tour… But the best was the food safari around old town Dubai! So interesting and the food is amazing, the tour guide takes you to the best spots that’d you’d never go to as a tourist!!