Luxury, opulent and breathtakingly beautiful — see our guide to Dubai…

Dubai’s reputation among the world’s most wealthy and most lavish cities should not be taken lightly.   The iconic Eastern city exudes opulence and grandeur. You have the impression if the pavements of the city could be coated by the architects of Dubai in solid 18-carat gold, they’d.

We have teamed up with travel specialist, Chris Blackwell, from Destination2.co.uk to make an ultimate Dubai guide, discovering  a number of Dubai’s most lavish landmarks, resorts and beaches. If you like your champagne garnished with specks of edible gold then simply read…

Shopping

The penchant for brands and designer labels of Dubai is no secret.   The town boasts no less than 96 shopping malls, such as several complexes, and a plethora of souk markets, in which you will discover jewelry, spices and local goods.   We advocate the breathtaking Dubai Mall, if you have time for a single shopping spree. This paradise boasts an shops.   Besides its many boutiques, the mall boasts a number of restaurants, bars and attractions, including the awesome Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo — everything else?

Eating out

Using an ever-growing collection of all celebrity cooks and chefs setting up shop here Dubai’s culinary landscape is nothing short of exceptional.   Gary Rhodes, Marco Pierre White and Jamie Oliver are just a few of the A-list titles who have opened restaurants in the city hotels.   Nevertheless, it’s not just the Brits, a variety of internationally famous chefs and restaurateurs have flocked to Dubai’s gold sands, including Nobuyuki Matsuhisa and Vineet Bhatia.   The restaurant scene of Dubai is a melting pot of international cuisines, with contemporary Mediterranean fare classics, fusion cooking and authentic dishes .

Beaches

Golden sands and turquoise waters are two attributes of the paradisiacal beaches, many of which are independently owned by the 4 and 5-star hotels of the region of Dubai.   The standard of the beaches in Dubai is impeccably high; many provide space for comfort and chilling outside, together with diving and water sports for people who are searching for a more active break.   The beaches which are open to the public often demand a small entrance fee, which often goes towards the upkeep of facilities and their shore.

Tourist places and landmarks

Dubai is often known as a ‘city of superlatives’. The UAE hub’s decision has contributed to some of the planet’s most breathtaking landmarks being built here.   Obviously, you cannot cite Dubai with no name-dropping the the Burj Khalifa skyscraper, which, in case you didn’t already know, is the world’s tallest construction.   The tower is 828m tall, cost an estimated 1.5 billion dollars to build and is twice the height of the Empire State Building.   Inside you’ll find luxury hotel suites (made by none other than Giorgio Armani), as well as the favorite At.mosphere restaurant plus a viewing platform around the 124th floor.   Other worthy landmarks include the Palm Jumeirah island, the Burj Al Arab hotel, the Jumeirah Mosque along with also the Wild Wadi Water Park — a must see for all ages.

Nightlife

Dubai’s evening entertainment has been located at the hotels and resorts of the city, due to restrictions on the selling of alcohol. However, be in no doubt, nightlife is very low key although all about here.   As you’d expect, the nightclubs of Dubai are as lavish as they are lavish, with big name DJs and celebrity guests.   360° in the Jumeirah Beach Hotel is one of the best hotspots of the city plus a must-visit for anyone seeking to enjoy a night out on the town.   The circular nightclub extends out into the sea by means of a jetty for a truly unique heading out experience.   Intimate mood lighting leather white couches and among the greatest views of the Burj Al Arab have made this hip place famous among the evening crowd of Dubai.

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