Dubai
Sand dune safaris, Arabian feasts, the world's largest shopping mall, an indoor ski resort and man-made beaches - this is just a glimpse of what you'll find in Dubai.

Good to know:
- Time difference: UTC/GMT +4 hours
- Capital: Dubai
- Currency: Emirati Dirhams (AED)
- Language: Arabic
- Voltage: 220-240 volts
Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Dubai seems to have popped up out of nowhere in the last 30 or so years. Even as recently as the 1960s, it was nothing more than a low-key fishing and pearl diving settlement steeped in tradition. By the 1980s, it had begun to establish itself as a tourist destination and now is known as a city of luxury and excess. The most populated city in the UAE, Ferrari’s now cruise down highways that were once dirt and trodden on by camels.
A fascinating city to watch the development of, every time you visit there is more to see. Where you can take a safari through sand dunes; dine on a Arabian feast in the desert; shop in the world’s largest shopping mall; stroll along man-made beaches; marvel at buildings that seem to touch the clouds or ski in the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. With as many "world’s biggest" as there are "world's firsts", Dubai strives to break records with everything it does.
For fans of high-end fashion, Dubai offers endless opportunities. Shoppers on a tighter budget are not forgotten with shopping...
Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Dubai seems to have popped up out of nowhere in the last 30 or so years. Even as recently as the 1960s, it was nothing more than a low-key fishing and pearl diving settlement steeped in tradition. By the 1980s, it had begun to establish itself as a tourist destination and now is known as a city of luxury and excess. The most populated city in the UAE, Ferrari’s now cruise down highways that were once dirt and trodden on by camels.
A fascinating city to watch the development of, every time you visit there is more to see. Where you can take a safari through sand dunes; dine on a Arabian feast in the desert; shop in the world’s largest shopping mall; stroll along man-made beaches; marvel at buildings that seem to touch the clouds or ski in the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. With as many "world’s biggest" as there are "world's firsts", Dubai strives to break records with everything it does.
For fans of high-end fashion, Dubai offers endless opportunities. Shoppers on a tighter budget are not forgotten with shopping centres full of high street shops, budget clothing and more traditional and touristy fare available at the many souks scattered around the city. Take the high-speed elevator up 124 floors to the observation deck of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, for breathtaking views of the sprawling landscape below. Stroll along Umm Suqeim beach, a public beach that offers stunning views of the iconic sail shaped Burj Al Arab Hotel.
For a more cultural experience, take an abra ride across Dubai Creek – best experienced at sunset as the haunting call to prayer echoes across the city. Visit The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding for breakfast or lunch. It not only offers the chance to feast on traditional Emirati food, but also gives a new appreciation and understanding for the Muslim world as many myths and misconceptions are debunked by the fascinating host.
Dubai offers plenty of excitement and activity for the young traveller with an abundance of theme parks and thrill-seeking waterparks, indoor aquariums, beaches, parks and playgrounds.
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