Burj Al Arab Dubai 7 star hotel

The interior of the Burj Al Arab Dubai is as impressive as the dominant exterior. Lined in gold leaf and bold modern colour schemes the central atrium rises skywards in a celebration of the brash confidence of Dubai. The Burj Al Arab Dubai is certainly the 'must stay' at hotel in the middle east.

The icon Burj Al Arab Dubai / Arab Tower is set 280m off shore on a private island reached by causeway. It is 321m tall and boasts 202 storeys of luxurious accommodation. During the evening the stunning building is lit decoratively with various colours. Being the tallest building around it can be seen for miles and is a canvas for a superb light display.

The Burj Al Arab Dubai - the pinnacle of luxury hotels Dubai

The Burj Al Arab Dubai is one of the most stunning pieces of architecture in the world, aswell as the most luxurious hotel on the planet. And yes, all the hype is true, it is the new benchmark in world class 7 star hotels. Even if you can't afford to stay at the Burj Al Arab Dubai, it is possible to have dinner or drinks at the bar so you can see how the other half live.

Dubai is a country of stark contrast

In stark contrast to the medieval city centre, new developments litter the whole of Dubai. Wonderful luxurious hotels are what Dubai is now most known for, and they certainly deserve every bit of praise they get. Hotels such as the Burj Al Arab are simply stunning and world beating in their standards of luxury hotels.

Shopping in Dubai Markets / Suks

Shopping is high on the list for a holiday in Dubai. The many markets or "Suks" around the old city offer excellent buying where you can practice your bartering skills. Never pay the asking price and expect to drive a hard bargain. The Dubai Suk stall holders are not shy of over charging tourists.

Dubai Creek and Traditional Dows

Traditional dows can still be seen loading up much how they have done for centuries on the Dubai Creek. This fascinating sight is an impressive spectacle which to the western eye looks highly chaotic and disorganised.

Dubai City

Exploring Dubai City centre is a rewarding eye opening experience. No holiday to Dubai is complete without it. The old Dubai City centre is littered with wonderful sights like this mosque. Whilst many spend most of their time on the beaches out of town, it is well worth the effort to explore the original parts of the city on either side of the creek.

Dubai Museum

A holiday to Dubai is not complete without visitng the excellent museum in the Burj Dubai area alongside Dubai Creek. Set in one of the main fort buildings you can get an insight into the way Dubai City has undergone an impressive transformation in the last 50 years from mud houses to high rise ultra modern sky scrapers.

Traditional Dubai Architecture

Dubai offers a wonderful eclectic mix of ancient and ultra modern architecture. For those seeking culture Dubai has plenty to offer. Old Dubai has undergone considerable changes over recent years. Many heritage buildings have been carefully and respectfully restored to their former glory.

Shopping Malls Dubai

With breath taking hotels and to shopping malls to blow your mind, Dubai is fast becoming the must see destination for those in the know. You don't even need to shop in Duabi, the newest malls are a spectacle in their own right.