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Dubai TRAVEL GUIDE AND DEALS

The rapid metamorphosis of this former sand-swept pearling town to the center of all things glamorous, replete with the world’s first “seven-star” hotel, can be dizzying to some. But, if you’re seeking warm nights in mid-December combined with fine dining and sparkling nightspots, Dubai is an ideal getaway.

Why Go

Dubai is a city of superlatives (seven-star hotel, anyone?) – a work-in-hyper-speed-progress you have to see to believe.

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Dubai Hotels

From ostentatious, self-appointed seven-star hotels to sleek urban hideaways with views of fake ski mountains, Dubai has every kind of lodging imaginable. Those seeking high-end luxury with less money to spare should opt to visit the city during the summer, when the weather is at its hottest and hotel rates are at their lowest. Though good moderate and budget options are hard to come by in Dubai, a number of centrally located, inexpensive lodging choices are available.

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Atlantis Palm Jumeirah
The newest addition (September 2008) to the Atlantis family, this salmon pink hotel is the first to open on the manmade Palm... luxury | family | water park

Grosvenor House
The first hotel to open in the Dubai Marina is understated yet decidedly elegant; and the view of the artificial Palm islands... smart splurge | view

Jumeirah Beach Hotel
This wave-shaped resort hotel is the best option for families. Although the décor is quite flashy, parents will... beach | family | resort

Kempinski Mall of the Emirates
Conveniently situated in the heart of Dubai’s most prestigious mall, this hotel is ideal for business travelers and... family | unusual

One and Only Royal Mirage
This opulent 65-acre, 470-room coastal property was designed with an Arabian-style palace in mind. Despite the city’s... spas | expensive

Raffles Dubai
An instant icon, this 248-room, pyramid-shaped tower located in the heart of Dubai managed to become the town’s hottest... luxury | smart splurge | expensive

Fusion Bed and Breakfast
This 21-suite boutique hideaway is located in Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s oldest and most posh neighborhoods. The hotel,... trendy

Shangri-La Hotel Dubai
Located in the city center, this 301-room hotel is ideal for two types of people: business travelers and shopaholics –... business | trendy

Hotel Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
Simple and efficient, the 210-room Ibis is ideal for travelers on a shoestring budget that long to be in the center of the...

Traders Hotel
Just 15 minutes from the airport, this 250-room hotel is centrally located in downtown Dubai, making it ideal for business... business

Atlantis Palm Jumeirah
The newest addition (September 2008) to the Atlantis family, this salmon pink hotel is the first to open on the manmade Palm... family | trendy | water park

Grosvenor House
The first hotel to open in the Dubai Marina is understated yet decidedly elegant; and the view of the artificial Palm islands... smart splurge | view

Jumeirah Beach Hotel
This wave-shaped resort hotel is the best option for families. Although the décor is quite flashy, parents will... beach | family | resort

Kempinski Mall of the Emirates
Conveniently situated in the heart of Dubai’s most prestigious mall, this hotel is ideal for business travelers and... family | unusual

One and Only Royal Mirage
This opulent 65-acre, 470-room coastal property was designed with an Arabian-style palace in mind. Despite the city’s... spas | expensive

Raffles Dubai
An instant icon, this 248-room, pyramid-shaped tower located in the heart of Dubai managed to become the town’s hottest... smart splurge | trendy | expensive

Atlantis Palm Jumeirah
The newest addition (September 2008) to the Atlantis family, this salmon pink hotel is the first to open on the manmade Palm... luxury | family | water park

Fusion Bed and Breakfast
This 21-suite boutique hideaway is located in Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s oldest and most posh neighborhoods. The hotel,... budget

Raffles Dubai
An instant icon, this 248-room, pyramid-shaped tower located in the heart of Dubai managed to become the town’s hottest... luxury | smart splurge | expensive

Shangri-La Hotel Dubai
Located in the city center, this 301-room hotel is ideal for two types of people: business travelers and shopaholics –... moderate | business

Fusion Bed and Breakfast
This 21-suite boutique hideaway is located in Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s oldest and most posh neighborhoods. The hotel,... trendy

Hotel Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
Simple and efficient, the 210-room Ibis is ideal for travelers on a shoestring budget that long to be in the center of the...

Shangri-La Hotel Dubai
Located in the city center, this 301-room hotel is ideal for two types of people: business travelers and shopaholics –... business | trendy

Traders Hotel
Just 15 minutes from the airport, this 250-room hotel is centrally located in downtown Dubai, making it ideal for business... business

Dubai Restaurants

From French Provencal cuisine to Lebanese mezze, there simply is no end to the variety of cuisines available in Dubai. What's more, over the past few years a handful of the world’s top chefs have opened up restaurants here, propelling this mushrooming metropolis to new culinary heights.

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Al Mahara
Not even a child could mistake the theme of a restaurant you enter via mock submarine! Past the kitschy entrance is an... family | seafood

Fire & Ice - Raffles Grill
Despite over-the-top presentations, this sparsely lit, brick-laden restaurant isn’t all show – in fact, it offers... smart splurge

Mezzanine Dubai
Only a handful of celebrity chefs reside in Dubai, so when British culinary craftsman and Michelin list regular Gary Rhodes... anglo modern

Verre
Award-winning British chef Gordon Ramsay makes his Middle Eastern debut with this understated eatery. The simple décor... trendy | french | notable chef

Al Nafoorah
While the décor of this Lebanese establishment looks more English then Mediterranean, you’d be hard pressed to... lebanese

Aquarium
True to its name, the centerpiece here is an enormous aquarium stocked with hundreds of exotic fish. Generously portioned... great value | seafood | asian

Bice
What this spacious restaurant lacks in ambience it makes up for in its handsome selection of sophisticated dishes, such as the... italian

Karam Beirut
Nothing is more “Dubai” than eating sumptuously traditional Lebanese food while skiers and snowboarders plow down... levantine

More Cafe
Brunch is a big tradition in Dubai. Act like a local and head over to More, where you can choose from a wide range of freshly... breakfast

Noodle House
A favorite with locals, this Southeast Asian eatery is an ideal spot for quick and tasty dishes at a great price. Order one of... asian

Zaatar W Zeit
This funky, 24-hour Lebanese bakery and café is perfect for families and large groups seeking quick but tasty saj... cafe | bakery | levantine