Dubai
Alisha, Sherri, and LaToya with Jumeirah Hotel Dubai in the background, Dubai; (c) Sherri Crawford/Soul Of America
Dubai was a small village until oil transformed it economically, socially, and racially. Your head will swim processing its contrasts. The city is an anachronism that miraculously balances the world’s highest skyscraper and luxury sports cars with camels and ancient-origin river taxis to Old Dubai. The trendy, ultra-modern, luxurious side of Dubai has a kind of “Wonderland for Adults” vibe.
About 85% of the population is immigrants attracted by the city’s oil and trading wealth. That mix gives the city a cosmopolitan feel to make everyone as comfortable as their bank account allows.
The very low crime rate lets women and men enjoy a multitude of activities like nightlife, camel rides, tours of some of the world’s most fascinating skyscrapers, and traversing ancient gold markets and modern shopping centers free of concern.
Rising Above the Persian Gulf
As your landing jet strikes the horizon, peer at the crown jewel of the Arabian Desert
Maizan at the Gold Souk in Dubai; (c) Soul Of America
Attractions
The Persian Gulf and the Arabian Desert sandwich the world’s tallest building and memorable camel rides
Beaches
The silky white-sand beaches along its Persian Gulf shoreline are amazing
The jaw-dropping Museum of the Future in Dubai; credit Denys Gromov/PEXELS
Burj Al Arab Hotel
Tour Burj Al Arab, the first ultra-luxury hotel with its Sail Icon on the Persian Gulf
Travel Tips
In Old Dubai, ladies should always wear a hajib to respect native culture