The seven United Arab Emirates are Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Qaiwain, Ras al-Khaimah and Fujairah. They are on the south-eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The capital and the largest city of the federation, Abu Dhabi, is located in the emirate of the same name. Four-fifths of the UAE is desert, yet it is a country of contrasting landscapes with dunes and oases, rocky mountains and fertile plains. Most holidaymakers head for the shopping and sunbathing emirate of Dubai. Dubai’s astonishing hotel building plan is responsible for making the United Arab Emirates one of the world's fastest growing tourist destinations. Dubai has all the right ingredients for an unforgettable holiday - sun, sand, sea, sports, unbeatable shopping, top-class hotels and restaurants, an intriguing traditional culture, and a safe and welcoming environment. Abu Dhabi is a city of modern skyscrapers with a dramatic corniche alongside the seashore. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have some of the world’s most upmarket resort hotels.
Unchallenging long-haul breaks in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
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High-quality hotels