It was only in the late 1970s that Dubai was still a barren corner of the Persian Gulf, but since the United Arab Emirates was formed in 1979, Dubai has experienced a period of growth like never before. The city now hardly resembles its past.
Dubai is now known around the world as a center of outrageous luxury, home to hotels like the Burj Al Arab, which is the only 7-star hotel on the planet, and what will soon be the tallest building in the world, the Burj Dubai. . However, all of this is combined with stunning beaches, legendary duty-free shopping and traditional Arabian culture, which means that Dubai is not just a playground for the rich and famous.
Holidays in Dubai are best enjoyed between December and March, when the area is relatively cool, as this gives you the opportunity to explore the area in comfort. For anyone traveling during the summer months, expect to see temperatures rising to 45°C at their peak, and even sea temperatures reaching 40°C around this time. Mix this with higher-than-rainforest humidity levels and extreme UV levels and you’ll probably get the idea.
Dubai’s beaches are world class, but not content with the fine golden sands that surround the city, they have imported trendy white sands from Algeria to cover the beaches. This, along with the blue skies and high temperatures throughout the year, means that it is a popular choice with the British.
