Time Out Dubai: Abu Dhabi & the UAE

by Time Out Guides, Justin Etheridge

Burgeoning financial districts, waterfront high-rises, and tax-free shopping malls along the serene Gulf coast distinguish Dubai. This lively, thorough guide profiles these and much more, from themed hotels and desert resorts that display the warm local hospitality to new art galleries, theaters, and performance venues that herald a rich arts scene. The best luxury, mid-range, and budget accommodations are reviewed, along with dining spots for every taste. Written by resident writers, Time Out Dubai explores the city’s quirkier districts, including historical Bastakia, bargain paradise Karama, and the bustling Sheikh Zayed Road. Here too are landmarks like the iconic The World islands, the towering Burj Dubai, and the stunning underwater Hydropolis hotel. This edition features new sidebars, photographs, and listings; updated maps; and a new culture chapter for context.

Genres: Travel

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Am Y]

No-frills guide to Dubai and its surrounding states. Not very good because there was absolutely no information on Sharjah, which is right next to Dubai and even more accessible than Abu Dhabi. However the book does provide useful tips (e.g. using the Al Shindagha tunnel to cross the creek) and doesn't cut to the chase when it thinks an attraction is not worth visiting - it says it like it is.

[Brian Richards]

Comprehensive guide to visiting Dubai and the UAE.