United Arab Emirates
☀ Best time: Nov–Mar

Middle East

United Arab Emirates

Future skylines, desert dunes and gold-plated everything

What it's famous for

01

Record-breaking skyline

The world's tallest tower, biggest mall and fountains that dance — Dubai doesn't do subtle.

02

Desert escapes

Dune bashing at sunset, falconry shows and dinner under the stars, twenty minutes from downtown.

03

Abu Dhabi's grandeur

The Sheikh Zayed Mosque's white marble and the Louvre's floating dome.

04

Beach luxury

Palm-shaped islands, infinity pools and brunch culture taken to Olympic levels.

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You'll be eating

ShawarmaMachboosCamel burgerLuqaimatKarak tea

Where exactly? The hand-picked spots — with map links — are in the guide.

Inside your United Arab Emirates guide

  • The cheapest flight window for your exact dates
  • Which neighborhood to stay in, with pre-filled search links
  • Hand-picked restaurants & sights with Google Maps links
  • A realistic day-by-day itinerary, written for your trip length
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