DUBAI

Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is a place of fascinating contrasts: lying beside the warm waters of the Gulf, it is a truly fantastic modern city bordered by a majestic timeless desert. Just 8 hours from the UK, Dubai is a great place to break the journey either to or from the Far East with so much to offer: high standards of accommodation; excellent shopping (including the famous Gold Souk); a wide range of outdoor activities including golf and scuba diving; and exciting Arabian Experiences including dune driving and sand-skiing.