| Dubai is the second largest of the emirates comprising | | | | include traditional architecture; majestic mosques, |
| the United Arab Emirates. It was established in the late | | | | magnificent palaces, camel and goat herds, ancient |
| 1950's to serve a tiny coastal settlement. Today, Dubai | | | | wind towers, dusty Bedouin villages, lush oases and |
| is a modern metropolis with a population of over | | | | palm groves, and dramatic sunsets. |
| 700,000. It offers its citizens the finest in modern | | | | The best time of the year to visit Dubai is between |
| comforts. It is known internationally as a premier tourist | | | | November and April, when the weather is coolest. |
| destination. | | | | Ramadan, which takes place at a different time each |
| Dubai has something for everyone, from vacationers | | | | year on the western calendar, is the Muslim month of |
| seeking a relaxing break away from the pressures of | | | | fasting and is strictly adhered to throughout the UAE. |
| work, to active tourists looking for a new, exciting | | | | That means that it's illegal, not to mention rude, to eat, |
| experience. The emirate is an international conference, | | | | drink or smoke in public from sunrise to sunset during |
| exhibition, and leisure travel destination. Dubai has a | | | | your stay While Dubai's official language is Arabic, |
| seemingly endless variety of unique vacation | | | | many people speak English, particularly those who are |
| opportunities! Some of the highlights are desert safaris, | | | | in business or commerce. |
| dune driving; exploring wadis (dry river beds)in | | | | Dubai is an incredible place to shop. You can explore |
| four-wheel-drive vehicles; sand-skiing; moonlit Arabian | | | | everything from modern shopping malls to traditional |
| desert barbecues, complete with traditional | | | | souks to markets. As a result of Dubai's low custom |
| entertainment; camel racing, horse racing and falconry; | | | | duties, goods purchased in Dubai may be less |
| cruises in wooden dhow on Dubai Creek or into the | | | | expensive than goods purchased in other countries. |
| Gulf; exploration of the old city souks (markets) and | | | | For great shopping experiences, try to visit Bur Juman |
| creekside dhow quays. Photographic possibilities | | | | Centre and Al Ghurair Centre. |