Time Out Dubai: Abu Dhabi and the UAE

by Time Out Guides (Editor)

Both famous and infamous, Dubai features burgeoning financial districts, waterfront high-rises, and tax-free shopping malls right alongside the serene Gulf coast. But as the city charges into the future, it keeps a watchful eye on its Arabian legacy. Themed hotels and desert resorts celebrate cherished notions of local hospitality, while new art galleries, theaters, and performance venues tap into a newfound thirst for cultural stimulation. Written by knowledgeable locals, Time Out Dubai profiles a wealth of options for the visitor, from haute hotels and elegant restaurants to modest digs and street food stalls. The book covers every inch of the city and its often extraordinary surroundings, from the iconic The World islands to quirkier districts including historical Bastakia, cut-price Karama, and the ever-bustling Sheikh Zayed Road.

Genres: Travel

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Am Y · Rating 2 out of 5]

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 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive guide to visiting Dubai and the UAE.