Mata Press Service,
Special to The Post
Every South Asian bride planning a truly authentic wedding dreams of the ultimate shopping trip to India.
Nowhere else can you find the breadth of selection and quality of craftsmanship for all your bridal needs and wedding accessories.
A popular option for people of South Asian heritage living in Vancouver is to fly Emirates to India, via its hub in Dubai.
If you are on the lookout for gold, jewellery, wedding outfits or designer items, take advantage of the airline’s Dubai Stopover Program.
“All of our passengers are eligible to book a Dubai Stopover, for either a brief overnight visit or for a longer stay for up to a week,” said Don McWilliam, Country Manager for Emirates in Canada. “It really maximizes the value of your long-haul trip because you get an additional destination at no additional cost.”
“Prices start from $40 per person per night so there are options for every budget.”
A shoppers’ paradise, Dubai is a welcome detour on your wedding shopping adventure. Here are some places to check out for gold, accessories, and designer wear:
Dubai
No South Asian wedding would be complete without gold. Dubai’s world-famous Gold Souk is THE place to buy quality gold at low prices. The gold found in the souk is 18 to 24 carats and the quality is government-regulated, so brides can be assured they are getting true value. The Gold Souk also offers some of the lowest gold prices in the world, so haggle hard and you will certainly walk away with a great deal. You can also find other precious metals such as platinum and silver, as well as diamonds and other precious stones. The selection can be overwhelming, so do your research before you go.
For a touch of glamour, don’t miss Dubai’s impressive Dubai Mall near the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. Home to the world’s top designer brands, your quest for the perfect wedding shoes, purse, or surprise gift for your groom will end here. As an added bonus, make your way to “At the Top” and get a magnificent 360-view of Dubai from the viewing deck of the Burj Khalifa.
Plan Ahead
Passengers from Vancouver can take advantage of Emirates’ convenient connections from Vancouver International via Alaska Airlines to Seattle. From Seattle, Emirates flies daily to their hub in Dubai, and onward to 130 destinations worldwide including 10 gateways in India. The Dubai Stopover Program is available to all Emirates passengers, for more information check out http://www.emirates.com/ca
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