Home to world-class shopping malls, lavish spas, family-friendly theme parks and adrenalin pumping experiences; Dubai prides itself on being a cut above the ordinary – so you know your holiday will be simply unforgettable.

When to travel

Dubai experiences sunshine all year round, with temperatures averaging around 30°C reaching over 40°C in the hottest months of July and August and it can be warmer in the desert. Cooler and more pleasant conditions are generally found between October and March and there is very little rainfall, if any at all, year round

Shopper’s paradise

Dubai’s shopping experiences range from glamorous designer malls to historic riverside souks. The Dubai Mall is the largest shopping mall in the world, boasting over 1,200 shopping outlets including children’s playparks, restaurants and its own unique souk precinct. When the weather cools in the evening, check out Dubai’s glamorous outdoor markets; such as the beachside La Mer, or heritage-inspired Al Seef to pick up boutique treasures

Life’s a beach

Endless sunshine means that spending your days lounging on pristine white sands and gazing across the twinkling Arabian Gulf is an alluring prospect for beach lovers and water sport enthusiasts. Dubai’s shoreline attractions enhance the appeal of the sandy coast, hosting a range of modern beach clubs and water sport activities. From windsurfing to sailing, water-skiing to banana boat rides, kayaking to wakeboarding, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Enjoy the thrill of deep-sea fishing, relax on a luxury motorboat or cruise across the ocean in a chartered sailing yacht.

Palm Jumeirah Dubai

Viewed from above, this manmade island resembles a stylised palm tree, which was built from reclaimed land mass and a series of artificial archipelagos. The Palm is truly the jewel in Dubai’s tourism crown offering upscale shops, restaurants including fine dining options by Michelin starred chefs and excellent leisure facilities.  As the evening draws in and the bright lights of the Dubai skyline dominate the horizon, Palm Jumeirah offers a stunning backdrop of the impressive Dubai city

…And beyond

Dubai also boasts incredible connections to other further afield long-haul destinations making it the ideal destination to create a twin-centre holiday with. Whether you are looking at the Indian Ocean, Asia or even Australasia, why not travel through Dubai and stop on your way out or back to break up the longer journey?