In accordance with these norm, the tourists will be required to show that they have a hotel accommodation, flight return tickets. It may be recalled that until recently the approval rate for these visas was nearly 99 per cent with rejection at a minuscule 1-2 per cent. But now, at least 5-6 per cent of visas are rejected from nearly 100 applications daily.
How much it will cost to spend a week in Dubai, depends on your spending on accommodation, flight, meals and activities ranging from AED 3,030 to AED 12,980, and above. Therefore, if you have also experienced rejection in your Dubai visa, here are some other countries that you can visit under your same budget.
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Here Are 5 Alternative Destinations To Visit Instead of Dubai
1. Vietnam
Vietnam has been on the radar of the Indian traveler for a couple of years now. Over 90% of the land is stunning and is home to the second best coffee, beautiful villages, fascinating caves, the finest sandy beaches, magnificent mountain passes and some of the most delicious food in the world, the country should therefore be on the list of every tourist’s dream destination. Vietnam’s leading tourist destinations include Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Phú Quốc Island, Hang Son Doong and Tu Lan Cave in Phong Nha-Kẻ Bà ng National Park, War Remnants Museum, and Temple of Literature.
2. Thailand
The country recently granted Indians visa on arrival with no specific time limit and visitors can stay in the country up to 60 days without a visa. Therefore, if your Dubai visa was cancelled, why not pay a visit to this island to feel the rawness of the coast, calibre of culture, good food while dining or in night markets, and the gorgeous beaches? Some of other significant attractions that should not be missed are Koh Samui, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Koh Wai, Koh Lipe.
3. Bali
Bali is one of the most popular holiday destinations that are available in the area of Indonesia. Sitting between Java and Lombok, Bali is famous for its greenery view, colourful culture, hospitable people, beautiful sandy beaches, crystal clear watered lakes, active volcanoes, temples and wild life. But if you are in need of a taste of what wellness is all about, Bali also offers relaxing spas and wellness centres and various therapies. Some places include Seminyak Beach, Padang Beach, Keramas Beach, Ulun Danu and Gunung Lebah.
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4. Sri Lanka
So many elephants, lovely people, awesome sunrises, Machangana National Park, beautiful coastline to surf, yummy cheap food, wonderful railway journey, and fab tea make Sri Lanka one of the most beautiful places to visit. Such are Pasikuda Beach, Kalkudah Beach, Trincomalee, Sigiriya Rock, National Museum, Dutch Fort, Gal Vihara, and Ganduwa Island, as well as wild life sanctuaries that include Uda Walawe National Park, Kumana National Park, Pettah Floating Market.
5. Bhutan
Obtaining a permit to the Bhutan area for Indians is not a big problem. But they must possess the Indian passport or the Indian voter ID card. The relative accessibility to the continent means it has always been a true bucket list destination for travelers. For the record, Bhutan is also infamous for the legendary Yeti and it possesses great biological diversity and incredible physiographic beauty. This would include; Paro Taktsang, The Palace of the Great Happiness, The National Museum of Bhutan in Paro, Buddha Dordenma in Thimpu, Dechen Phrodrang and Punakha Dzong.