Big City Life
A destination that has it all
THE AREA
With year-round sunshine, intriguing deserts, beautiful beaches, luxurious hotels and shopping malls, fascinating heritage attractions and a thriving business community, Dubai receives millions of leisure and business visitors each year from around the world. English is widely spoken in Dubai, and as all restaurant menus, road signs and other information is usually presented in both English and Arabic, visitors who speak English will have no trouble making their way around. Dubai has a warm, sunny climate that is ideal for tourism, with mild temperatures for most of the year and a low rainfall.
RESTAURANTS
There is not just one style of food in Dubai. Here you can get any style of food you desire. The main restaurants in the region take inspiration from Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine. That means that you can try everything from Indian to North Korean food in the area. When walking around, consider trying the local street food. The area is famous for its rich tastes and expensive lifestyle, and you’ll spend a small fortune if you eat in nice restaurants every single night. Street food is an inexpensive and tasty option, and many people who live in the area eat street food every day.
NIGHTLIFE & BARS
Whether you want to dance all night, enjoy rooftop cocktails as the sun sets, or party from midday to midnight at a beach club, Dubai has the venue to suit your mood. If you came here to party, you’re in for a treat. In the past year, Dubai has played host to everyone from the Chemical Brothers to Mariah Carey, Ed Sheeran to Steve Aoki. For a night you won't forget, head to White Dubai, voted one of the top 20 nightclubs in the world, and the best in the Middle East. For a more sophisticated party vibe, seek out one of Dubai’s sleek rooftop bars.