Vestiges of historical Dubai
As the city focuses on sustaining growth, it has made preserving its historical sites a priority. Read more…
As the city focuses on sustaining growth, it has made preserving its historical sites a priority. Read more…
A conservation movement - headed by the sheik himself – resulted in a fragile ecosystem every bit as awe-inspiring as the towering metropolis. Read more…
From dune bashing to a bedouin safari, six excursions that fit business travellers’ schedules. Read more…
The seven-star audacity of the city’s accommodation a decade ago has given way to boutique and budget options. Read more…
The love of sport runs deep in Dubai, where old traditions like camel racing and new ones like rugby share the limelight. Read more…
A selection of these Dubai articles were originally published on Lonely Planet.
Dubai with Lonely Planet
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