For all those who want a first short impression of Dubai from the sea side, the following 2 - 3 hours tour is recommended.

Start from D.I.M.C. or Dubai Marina Yacht Club around the Palm Island Jumeirah, along the Atlantis Hotel to the Burj Al Arab Hotel. If you extend the charter to 3 hours you may add an anchor stop in front of the Madinat Jumeirah or in the Mina Seyahi Lagoon. The last highlight will be a cruise through the Dubai Marina Channel.