United Arab Emirates Introduction

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country rich in history and culture and an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

This Islamic state is a contradictory destination with a a traditional Bedouin lifestyle, rampant consumerism and an extraordinary nightlife. Visitors usually marvel at the fantastic hotels and the way the savvy sheikhs manage to harmonize the opposing forces.

Tourism

What to do

The exotic UAE offers anything, from designer clothes shops, gorgeous beaches to heritage areas with magnificent mountain scenery and camel rides under star-filled skies, making this country unique.

General Info

Weather

This country is very dry and only gets a few days of rain per year. Although it’s almost always sunny, rain can happen between November and February. In the Summer the temperatures soar and can reach 50°C or higher. The humidity becomes almost unbearable, making late October through mid-March the best time to visit the UAE for the most pleasant weather.

Flights to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the largest city of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the federal capital of the UAE. The city, with an area of 67.340 km2 had an estimated population of 896,751 in 2009.

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Flights to Dubai

Dubai grew from small trading port to the largest city of the United Arab Emirates, in only 25 years, making it one of the fastest growing cities in the world. The city expands from Dubai Creek southwards along the coast. Dubai focuses on trade and tourism; people visit from everywhere to enjoy its sun, sand and shopping, all with a hit of mystery.

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