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20 reasons to visit Dubai
It has the world's tallest building, a giant mall and a $90 afternoon tea. Here's why you should visit.
It has the world's tallest building, a giant mall and a $90 afternoon tea. Here's why you should visit.
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Belinda Jackson shares her tips for exploring the glitz, glamour and a dash of grunge of the UAE's star city.
With Dubai set to become the next great stopover destination, David Whitley offers this user's guide.
If the reaction to my column about stopover cities is anything to go by, Dubai faces challenges in its ambition to overtake London as the world’s most visited city.
You have to wonder where it's all going to end in Dubai.
When Anantara's newest property opened at the end of last year, it unveiled Dubai's first overwater bungalows.
It's glitzy, gaudy, and seriously lacking in soul. But Dubai is still worth a visit.
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Dubai is fast changing its economic focus away from oil to tourism while positioning itself as one of the world's major air travel hubs. Incredible architecture (including the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa) and amazing experiences await. For those seeking something beyond the glitz and glamour of the modern city, there's also the traditional souks and outdoor adventures of the surrounding desert.