If you live in cold climes and all those dark and cold winter days with their chilly winds are getting you down then it might be time you considered coming to Dubai where the sun shine all through the year. Dubai is one of the world's leading destinations of choice for both tourists and business entrepreneurs. It offers many beachfront holiday rentals for both types of visitors.

Vacation rentals in Dubai have been getting more and more expensive recently and today even getting a small hotel room can cost 200-300 bucks a day. So if you are planning to visit Dubai on an extended holiday or with lots of company then it is recommended that you miss out on hotels and opt for holiday rental properties like apartments or self-catering villas.

There are several real estate agencies that can provide apartments on a short term basis. These apartments are fully furnished and well serviced. For a small group of friends this is the best option when shopping for vacation rentals in Dubai.

Renting an apartment allows considerably more privacy and convenience in addition to helping you save a packet. A lot of holiday rentals in Dubai are located in popular areas like the Dubai Marin, Jumeirah Beach, and Emirates Hills. All of these are newly developed areas offering high quality accommodation and services.

The buildings in Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach all offer a wonderful sea view and are located close to the beach. A few years ago the main attractions in Dubai were located in the Deira side. The focus has now shifted to the newly development Dubai Marina and Emirates Hills. These developments are often referred to as the New Dubai.

There is no point in hiding the fact that rental costs have increased considerably in Dubai and according to real estate trends this rise in costs is going to continue for some time. Short term vacation rentals in Dubai are especially very costly when not chosen properly. The worst decision for a big group or someone planning a longer stay is to book a hotel room.

One of the features of New Dubai is the availability of apartments in large quantities. The quality of course needs to be established before you go out and rent the first place that comes your way.
Payment for rental properties in Dubai can be made using a credit card or wire money transfer. Credit card payments are usually charged a service fee so if the amount is too large you might want to do a wire transfer.