This young and evolving metropolis is like nowhere else on earth. Dubai aims to be the biggest, tallest, fastest and most luxurious futuristic city to rise astonishingly out from the desert. Today the vast and shining city is a business and tourism hub with the largest migrant population in the world. It would be a real challenge to be bored when visiting Dubai as there is so much to see and explore.

The Dubai Mall is an essential stop even if you’re not a shopper as it is the largest shopping center in the world and still expanding. You’ll find everything from designer labels and furniture to books and even an ice rink. Away from the high-end brands, visit Hindi lane offering a market of religious paraphernalia, from flowers to gold-embossed holy images.

Conquer your fear of heights with a trip to the 124^th floor of Burl Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, affording you stunning views across Dubai. If you’re feeling daring, take a trip in a hot air balloon that takes you over the desert. For an experience closer to nature, take an afternoon safari or explore the desert. Visit the historic district Al Fahidi, built in 1900, where you can wander around craft shops, galleries and museums; a great contrast to the ultra-modern city. And of course, when you are in need to relax and unwind, there’s always the beach.

To round-out your vacation experience of activities and culture, Dubai imports the absolute best chefs from around the world to create the most luxurious dining experiences possible. There are endless choices of exquisite food that you can’t find anywhere else. Savor the Arabic cooking by trying Matchbous – a lamb stew - Esh asarya – a kind of cheesecake – or Mehalabiya – a rosewater dessert.