Dubai/Abu Dhabi/United Arab Emirates

Yes, that Dubai, with all those Rolls-Royces, gilded malls, indoor ski area, seven-star hotels. Plus nearby, lower-key Abu Dhabi and Sharja. And of course adventurous 'safaris' out into the wild surrounding dunes. And you don't need to take out a second mortgage to come & see what all the fuss is about.

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5 Ways to Celebrate a Fantastic New Year's in Dubai

Dubai is a city of lights, as well as a city of spectacle, and larger than life. So naturally you can expect to be able to ring in the New Year in spectacular fashion, and here are my top five suggestions: read post

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Experience different cultures in Dubai's fascinating Riverland complex

The United Arab Emirates - and in particular Dubai - attract more than more than 21 million vacationers per year (quite a few honeymooners among them) - with a rich diversity of sometimes astounding offerings - much of them modern and man-made - and a more liberal atmosphere than in much of the rest of the Middle East (though, for example, women should still take care to dress "modestly," in attire that covers their knees). Attractions include magnificent skyscrapers like Burj Khalifa…

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Where the wild things are: 6 spots to experience nature in the UAE

When you think Dubai and the UAE, it's mostly manmade marvels that spring to mind - the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall, Palm Islands, and the like. But there is a more "eco" side to the Emirates, as well - and not just parks and gardens like Dubai's Zabeel and Mushrif Parks. Outside the shiny canyons of glass and steel, the desert awaits - some of which has been set aside as nature reserve and beyond desert safaris by camel, jeep, and ATV, there's also a significant amount of ecotourism. Here's a…

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6 of Dubai's top draws

Whether if it’s your first or tenth time, a visit to Dubai always brings a sense of joy and ends up being a mesmerizing experience. With all its fascinating modern buildings, awesome beaches, beautiful man-made islands, and massive malls, Dubai still maintains its rich culture, traditions, and heritage. From the desert safari to simply enjoying a musical evening at the world’s largest dancing fountain, there’s a lot to see and do here. Here are the top half dozen musts: read post

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José Balido April 11, 2024 at 12:57pm

A look ahead at next month in Dubai: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/explore-dubai/things-to-do-may/

From food festivals to theme parks: how to spend Dubai in May

With the weather warming up and food festivals abound, May is the perfect time to visit the city.
María José September 20, 2023 at 9:58am

The UAE is famous for leveraging its oil wealth to transform its reality - and its tourism business. Can they pull off turning Abu Dhabi into the ¨cultural capital of the MIddle East¨? https://www.travelandleisure.com/abu-dhabi-art-galleries-museums-71...
Ahmed Abbas August 15, 2023 at 11:59am

With more restaurants per capita than New York City, Dubai has become a major culinary destination because of course it has. The New York Times surveyed the scene recently: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/13/travel/dubai-food.html
Riccardo R June 5, 2023 at 2:11pm

Find out why CNN Travel recently included Ras al-Khaimah on its list of top spots to visit in 2023: https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/where-to-travel-best-destina...

https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/where-to-travel-best-destinations-2023/index.html
Jordan Simon May 24, 2023 at 6:30am

Agritourism in Dubai? Believe it or not, yes. Not content with being the world's top tourist destination with its flashy urbanity, the emirate is planning an inevitably fancy - and supposedly carbon neutral - desert "Agri Hub" mixing the bucolic and of course the high-tech: https://www.designboom.com/architecture/urb-worlds-largest-decarbon...

URB set to develop the world’s largest agritourism hub in dubai
John Kipper February 21, 2023 at 9:26am

One of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, is often overshadowed by its neighbor Dubai. So I was interested to read this look in Britain's Telegraph at the five of the emirate's premier cultural draws: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/explore-abu-dhabi/best-cultural-...

The five best cultural attractions to visit in Abu Dhabi

Immerse yourself in Emirati history.
Wissam Al Khoury January 4, 2023 at 1:22pm

One of the UAE's lesser known emirates, Ras al-Khaimah, was recently named one of CNN's top 23 places to visit in 2023 especially thanks to its wide menu of outdoorsy options including beaches, deserts and mountains, and attractions such as sand boarding, trekking, wakeboarding, skydiving, scuba diving and even the world's longest zipline:https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/where-to-travel-best-destina...

Where to travel in 2023: The best destinations to visit

New year equals new outlook. Apply this formula liberally to travel planning in 2023.
Max Pesling December 7, 2022 at 10:15pm

Dubai has retained its position as the number one destination for travel and tourism in the world, with international tourist expenditures reaching $29.4 billion in 2022:: https://www.gulftoday.ae/business/2022/12/05/dubai-leads-the-world-...

Dubai leads the world in international tourist spending with Dhs108 billion

In its report on the economic impact of cities, the council said that Dubai surpassed Doha and London, with tourists spending $16.8 billion and $16.1…
Helen Brown July 26, 2022 at 3:29pm

Traveling as a woman - particularly a single woman - is an issue in some countries, particularly outside Europe and the USA/Canada. So this recent post from the female publisher of a travel blog called This Rare Earth - who has spent long stretches in Dubai over more than a decade - is particularly enlightening, with general observations and specific tips: https://thisrareearth.com/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-dubai-as-a-solo-f...

Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai as a Solo Female?

Are you wondering if it's safe to travel to Dubai as a solo female? Here are my best tips on staying safe in Dubai as a solo female.
María José March 7, 2022 at 12:06pm

Interesting survey out from InsureMyTrip last month listing Dubai as the world's third-safest destination for female solo travelers: https://www.arabianbusiness.com/gcc/uae/dubai-safest-city-female-tr...