United Arab Emirates
This city is about to give Dubai a real run for its dirhams
Abu Dhabi is at last set to compete with its glitzier neighbour Dubai, with its incredible new cultural district finally near completion.
- Anthony Dennis
- ★★★★★
- Airline reviews
This business class seat is a perfect ‘hotel in the sky’
This is one snug designer cubbyhole even if the unusual backwards-facing aspect of the seat takes a little getting used to.
- Anthony Dennis
- ★★★★★
- Hotel reviews
The verdict on the world’s first ‘ultra-luxury resort’
Beyonce was reportedly paid $36 million to perform at the opening of this hotel. She would be happy with how it turned out.
- Damien Woolnough
Port guide: Abu Dhabi, UAE
It might be the conservative cousin of Dubai, but wealthier Abu Dhabi has rolled out ambitious tourism and cultural projects, and is a sight to behold.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★½
- Airline reviews
Qantas take note, this is how you do business class on a superjumbo
When it comes to the pointy end, Emirates is all class. Its Australian codeshare partner needs to start paying attention.
- Anthony Dennis
Sorry, New York, this city’s food scene is better
Dubai is one of the world’s youngest cities, but its multifaceted food DNA tells a much deeper story.
- Jenny Hewett
Biggest in aviation history: Emirates’ $4.5 billion superjumbo upgrade
The refurbishment program, the airline industry’s largest ever, effectively requires an entirely new interior to be built inside each aircraft.
- Christopher Jasper
Port guide: Dubai, UAE
Dubai is one of the world’s most spectacular, ultra-modern, ever-changing cities, and few ports are better for an eye-popping cruise stopover.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★
- Hotel reviews
This bargain hotel could be Dubai’s best spot for a layover
Just 10 minutes from the airport, this charming hotel is a refreshing antidote to Dubai’s signature forest of skyscrapers.
- Belinda Jackson
Traveller Awards: 10 outstanding places to relax and rejuvenate
Some experiences require an open mind; others a deep pocket. But all of these unique experiences put relaxation and self-care front and centre.
- Traveller team
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