Take the Wednesday Emirates 11pm flight from JFK nonstop to Dubai, arriving 8pm Thursday. Spend 2-3 days in Dubai (dedicate one day to a desert safari). On your final day, head to Fujairah for scuba diving.
One Week
After touring Abu Dhabi for 2 days, head to Dubai’s Bastakiya Village for a full day; drive to Umm al-Quwain for 2 nights to tour Sinaiyah Island, an unofficial nature reserve. End with 2 days in Dubai.
Two Weeks
Dedicate a week to Dubai and 2 days to spa treatments in Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Palace. Spend 48 hours in Umm al-Quwain, a day watching camels race at Al Labsa, and 2 days hiking in the mountains.
