One of the Middle East’s most alluring destinations, the United Arab Emirates offers a magnificent mix of super modern cityscapes, such as those found in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and the romantic and mysterious visions of Arabia’s traditional past, which is most recognisable in Fujairah and Dubai’s old quarter.
On a holiday to the Emirates, you’ll explore a kaleidoscope of exotic contrasts - from towering skyscrapers and state of the art architecture, to impressive mud brick forts and undulating landscapes of sand dunes, rustic beaches and rugged mountain peaks.
While Dubai isn’t nearly as strict as you may have been led to believe, there are some laws and differences in etiquette that you need to be aware of before you go. First and foremost, dress conservatively. When in public...
Emirati cuisine is a fairly recognisable blend of many Middle Eastern and Asian flavours, with similarities to Palestinian and Levant cuisines. But today, the UAE’s diet is a modern mix of international dishes and flavour...
The UAE is a surprisingly eclectic beach destination. There’s the city beaches along the skyscraper-clad coast of Dubai, the golden sandy beaches along Abu Dhabi's island-studded coastline, the luxurious sandy resorts aro...
Shopping is high on the agenda for many visitors to the UAE, and many of course head straight to the gigantic, luxurious malls of Dubai, but for a more local approach we suggest a trip to the souks. In Dubai, try the Deira dist...
Dubai is a phenomenal city. The intense modernity of the city alone is worth the visit with its soaring skyscrapers, theme-park like shopping malls and manmade islands that stretch out into the Persian Gulf. But the star of the...
Adventurers should journey into the desert that hugs close to the coastlines outside of the UAE’s cities. Whether you just go for a hike or something a little bit more daring… You’ll find plenty to do, from d...
In contrast to the impressive modernity of the UAE’s major cities, you’ll find a beautiful and ornate collection of Mosques that range from the historic 15th century Al Badiyah Mosque in Fujairah that sits at just 1...
Is there a more intriguing destination for shoppers than the biggest shopping mall in the world? The Dubai Mall has a unfathomable 1,200 retail outlets, from luxury names such as Chanel and Cartier, to high street stores like F...
