Rising up from the Arabian desert, this futuristic metropolis is not only a Middle Eastern melting pot, but one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world.

Perhaps the best-known emirate of the United Arab Emirates, Dubai has fast become a must-visit destination. Once a small fishing village in the Arabian Gulf, today the city-state promises unmatched skylines featuring the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Frame and the Museum of the Future. Experience all the thrills of a modern city alongside the rich traditions of Dubai’s vibrant culture – or head out under the open sky for sandboarding, dune-buggying and stargazing in the desert in Dubai’s natural playground.