Once a small fishing village in the Arabian Gulf, Dubai is today one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. One of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, the city is home to more than 200 nationalities and offers an unforgettable experience to all visitors. Whether it is by the banks of the Creek, or at the top of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, Dubai lives and breathes a sense of possibility and innovation. And with an unparalleled coastline, beautiful desert and magnificent cityscapes, memories are just waiting to be made here.

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Dubai is hot throughout the year, but winter is one of the best times to visit with average temperatures hovering in the high 70’s and low 80’s in December.

 

Top Things to Do in Dubai 

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• Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is one of the most famous landmarks and tourist attractions in Dubai. The luxury all-suite hotel includes a range of fine-dining restaurants, stunning beaches and the expansive Burj Al Arab Terrace, as well as an incredible guest list of VIPs and celebrities from all over the world. Since its opening in 1999, the sail-shaped building has helped put Dubai on the global luxury tourism map.

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• If you're looking for stylish boutiques, al fresco dining or simply a leisurely promenade along the waterfront, head to The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residences. Along this buzzing boulevard, there's plenty of opportunity to satisfy your retail cravings with an array of fashion, home and handicraft shops. It is a hub for street entertainers and selection of art boasting international and homegrown talent.

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• At 219.5m above ground, Sky Views Dubai is the latest attraction to sweep visitors off their feet with mesmerizing perspectives of Downtown Dubai's pristine expanses below and the sublime city skyline beyond. Perched atop the Address Sky View hotel, this architectural marvel comprises three distinct offerings for unforgettable and thrill-inducing sightseeing escapades — the Observatory, Glass Slide and Edge Walk.

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• A must-do is the desert safari, where you can scale the dunes in a four-wheel drive vehicle or on a quad bike, finishing off the evening with entertainment and dinner. If you’re feeling a little bit more adventurous, go on a trek across the Hatta mountains.