Seven dishes you must try in Dubai
From fish and chips to a camel burger – Dubai has it all.
Flight test: Emirates A380 economy class is spacious but freezing
It's freezing and the flight is full, but roomy seats mean I still sleep.
The scruffy side of Dubai is far more authentic, and fun
It's a shabby, noisy and busy area but it's also authentic and honest.
Twenty things that will shock first-time visitors to Dubai
It's the biggest, the best and the most expensive of everything. Or is it?
Dubai or Abu Dhabi: Which is the best stopover destination?
Taking a long haul flight? Why not break your journey and enjoy an affordable mini holiday on the way? Amanda Phelan visits two desert cities.
Dubai hotel with a private beach that guests rarely leave
It's a bit pricey, but it's a big hit with three generations of our family.
Flight test: Where charming flight attendants will spoil you in economy
Extra-charming flight attendants spoil us with pre-dinner drinks, which have gone the way of the dinosaur with many other airlines.
Gritty and creative? The new Dubai
Dubai may have forged its name as being home to the biggest and the brightest but now it's embracing an alternative side.
Search pagination
Dubai is fast changing its economic focus away from oil to tourism while positioning itself as one of the world's major air travel hubs. Incredible architecture (including the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa) and amazing experiences await. For those seeking something beyond the glitz and glamour of the modern city, there's also the traditional souks and outdoor adventures of the surrounding desert.
