Dubai
Las Vegas and Dubai have a lot in common. Both cities have a love of the extraordinary, with skylines that stand out against arid desert landscapes like beacons. To play hard, travelers from all over the world throng to these dazzling oasis. But when it comes to a vacation destination, Dubai clearly beats out the old Sin City because of its stunning shoreline along the cream-colored Persian Gulf, diverse culinary scene, and surreal sights. The city is continually expanding, and plans are being made for something better and bigger. A fifth of the world's construction cranes were thought to be located here at one time. If that's any indication, Dubai's expansion might not even be constrained by the sky.
The tallest building in the world, one of the biggest malls in the world, and one of the biggest artificial marinas in the world are all found in Dubai. This emirate is still connected to its past as a little port town, but on a lower scale. On Dubai Creek, traditional wooden abras (boats) pass by motorboats; Jumeirah Public Beach's natural dunes border the expertly sculpted Palm Islands; and the lively Gold and Spice Souks (marketplaces) thrive amidst the enormous Dubai Mall. This city doesn't easily let go of its past despite continually aiming toward the future. This dynamic not only helped Dubai become a popular tourism destination, but will also keep it there.
Rankings:
- #8 in Best Places to Visit in December
- #21 in World's Best Places to Visit
Country: UAE
