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Local Voices
Dubai vs Abu Dhabi: Should you visit the UAE's 'stuffy uncle' or 'sophisticated aunt'
Nov 4, 2022 • 6 Min read
Family Travel
Family fun in the desert: what to do with kids in Dubai
May 11, 2022 • 9 Min read
While Dubai might have a reputation as being a playground for the rich, this family-friendly city should be known as a playground for the little ones, too.
Museums
Dubai's newest museum wants to take you to the year 2071
Mar 28, 2022 • 3 Min read
An architecturally stunning building adorned with poetic Arabic calligraphy, Dubai’s newly opened Museum of the Future transports visitors to the year 2071.
Road Trips
9 of the best day trips from Dubai: culture, wildlife, and adventure
Jan 13, 2022 • 6 Min read
You’ll find everything from mosques and museums to mountain bike trails and ziplines within day-trip distance of Dubai. Here are the best spots to visit.
History
25 best things to do in Dubai
Jun 4, 2021 • 12 Min read
Visitors won't be short of things to do in the land of iconic skyscrapers, city-sized malls and palatial beach resorts.
Sustainable Travel
How to get around in Dubai
Mar 31, 2021 • 7 Min read
Getting around Dubai requires some form of transport, whether that's taking a taxi, using rideshare apps, hopping on public transport or driving yourself.
Neighborhoods
Top neighborhoods to explore in Dubai
Mar 30, 2021 • 8 Min read
Dubai is a sprawling city, so it pays to plan your visit wisely. Instead of packing in too many sights, get to know the city's neighborhoods one at a time.
Budget Travel
16 best cheap things to do in Dubai
Mar 29, 2021 • 8 Min read
Dubai is a playground for the rich, but budget experiences abound if you know where to look. Here's how to experience the city without breaking the bank.
Budget Travel
Top free things to do in Dubai: the City of Gold for next to nothing
Mar 23, 2021 • 6 Min read
Dubai might be known as the City of Gold, but that doesn't mean it has to cost the earth to visit. Here are the best things to do in Dubai for free.
Family Travel
The 9 best parks in Dubai
Mar 22, 2021 • 4 Min read
Despite being a sprawling urban metropolis located in a desert, Dubai has a surprising number of lush parks and beautiful green spaces to visit and enjoy.
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