Time Out Dubai: Abu Dhabi and the UAE (Time Out Guides)

Waterfront high-rises, burgeoning financial districts, and tax-free shopping malls reflect Dubai’s love affair with the West. As the city leaps into the future, it keeps a watchful eye on the past. Theme hotels and desert resorts overflow with local hospitality, while new galleries and performance venues tap into the growing interest in the arts. This essential guide covers all of Dubai, from landmarks like the towering Burj Dubai and underwater Hydropolis hotel to the city’s quirkier districts.