Dubai is a sophisticated city often called the biggest, the highest and the most lavish. It was originally a small village in the Persian Gulf has now become one of the most sought-after places to visit in the world. In actual fact, Dubai is the 8th most frequented city in the world.Find new on desert safari in dubai.

Part of part of the United Arab Emirates, Dubai has always been a trade hub. Before the 1930s Dubai enjoyed prosperity due to its exports of pearls. However during the Great Depression and later World War II caused a collapse in the world of pearls and Dubai was plunged into depression. The discovery of oil in the year1971 and Dubai began to prosper once again. However, Dubai is not a major producer of oil and instead turned more of its resources to finance and tourism sectors. In the 1990s due to the instabilities of several governments of the neighboring countries major corporations moved their banking operations to Dubai. In the 1990s, Dubai began to attract money as it became known for its lavishness as a vacation destination.

Dubai hosts some of most luxurious hotels. Its Burj al-Arab is considered the only hotel with a 7-star rating that is in existence. It is a masterpiece of architecture with a height of 963 feet above sea level. This makes it the highest all-suite hotel around the world. The design, in the form of a flowing sailing dhow represents the rich history of Dubai. The hotel is situated on an artificial island linked with a curving causeway the mainland. These "sails" of the hotel appear white in the daytime and are lit up by choreographed lighting at night. There are a number of 5 star hotels, too, such as those at the Armani Hotel inside the Burj Khalifa, which at 2722.57 feet. is the tallest structure anywhere in the globe. While staying in one of the many beautiful hotels in Dubai, you not only feel luxurious, but you also are in the midst of some of the most breathtaking architectural masterpieces on the planet.

Shopping is an integral part of any visit to Dubai, the second largest shopping center in the world after it's counterpart in the United States. It has even been called the "shopping capital of the Middle East." Dubai boasts of being the world's biggest shopping center , with over 1200 outlets. There are many souks, or local bazaars. The major supermarkets and chain retail stores have fixed prices, however, in many of the local stores and the souks, bargaining is still believed to be the most effective method of purchasing.

Apart from retail shopping Dubai is home to a variety of other attractions for visitors. Dubai Fountain, located in the downtownarea, is the world's largest and most impressive fountain. Then there's the Dubai Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world containing over 33,000 aquatic animals including sharks and stingrays. Visitors can take a stroll into the glass passageway to get stunning views of the aquatic life. You can also go swimming with sharks on public shark dives or, for the more sedate visitors, glass bottom boats skim across the upper part of the aquarium for views that are a bit different. Dubai also is home to Ski Dubai, an indoor ski slope located in the middle of the Arabian Desert.

Because Dubai is situated on the coast of the Persian Gulf, visitors can relax on the beach or travel two hours and be in the desert where camels roam free. Dubai is dry and hot with temperatures ranging from to a low of 57° in winter and temperatures of 108 degrees during the summer. Loose, modest clothing is recommended due to the beliefs of the people of the country, as well as to remain comfortable in the high temperatures.

A visit to Dubai is a great way to entertain all the family. There's art, culture, shopping, history, and plenty of natural beauty to give you an unforgettable vacation and memories that will last a long time.