Situated in the Middle East, within the Arabian Desert and bordered by the Persian Gulf, Dubai is the fastest growing city in the United Arab Emirates. Year-round sunshine and well maintained sandy beaches along with state-of-the-art infrastructure and superlative shopping make it the best adult playground in the world. In addition to exceptional shopping and dining, the emirate, already confirmed as host city of the 2020 Expo, offers a thriving contemporary art scene, with many galleries and prestigious events.
An enthralling mix of old and new, sea and desert, luxury and adventure, this unique city state offers visitors a dizzying array of experiences. You can shop in one of the world’s biggest malls, attend the world’s richest horse race and feast your eyes on the architecture of the future. If you’re more into nature and outdoor pursuits, you’ll have the chance to ride a camel in the desert, participate in a variety of water sports or experience the beauty of the biggest natural flower garden on earth.
With its soaring skyscrapers, dazzling ports and fabulous restaurants, Dubai Marina is one of the largest and most luxurious waterfront developments in the world. A short ride away from this glamorous enclave, old Dubai, the heart and soul of this futuristic metropolis, feels a world apart. The historic district of Deira is bustling with spice, gold and perfume souks, whilst Bur Dubai, on the other side of the creek, is home to ancient sand-coloured buildings and the fascinating Dubai Museum.
A huge indoor ski centre complete with real snow makes Dubai one of the few places on the planet where you can swim and hit the slopes in the same day. This is not the emirate’s only man-made wonder by any means; the world’s tallest building, the faster roller coaster and the largest artificial island are also here.
However, in this futuristic and increasingly fast-paced city, there’s no better place to relax and recharge after a day of exploring than in one of the elegant luxury villas in Dubai.
