Dubai in the City Guide Series from Lonely Planet, profiling in comprehensive detail the history, major sights, best places to eat, nightlife, accommodation & shopping possibilities of an extensive range of cities worldwide. Frank & informal in style, the guides are renowned for their appeal to independent travellers & are written & researched by local authors. Each guide is divided into 11 main sections
- Getting Started, Background, Neighbourhoods, Shopping, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, The Arts, Sports & Activities, Gay & Lesbian, Sleeping & Day Trips & Excursions. The Background section details the history, arts, architecture, environment, media, fashion & government & politics of the city. An
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This is the savvy city breakers' pocket guide to seeing & doing more in Dubai
- with a fun-seeking & cost-conscious slant. It


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Dubai has become the watchword for all things new, glittering & very bling
- a billionaire`s dream world & a haven for international
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Dubai in the Encounter Guide Series from Lonely Planet, exploring a range of cities & regions worldwide in a handy, pocket-sized format designed to introduce visitors to the distinctive neighbourhoods of the destination. Frank & informal in style, the guides are renowned for their appeal to independent travellers & are written & researched by local authors. Each guide is organised into 5 distinct sections
- Highlights, Diary, Itineraries, Neighbourhoods & Snapshots
- recommending a series of essential encounters for visitors to the region. Each guide opens with a

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Dubai in the Essential Guides Series from the AA, exploring the best places to see & things to do in a range of popular destinations. Each illustrated, pocket-sized guide is divided into five sections
- the essence of the area, planning your trip, the best places to see, best things to do & an exploration of notable highlights, organised by area. An introductory chapter profiles each destination &

Includes:: notes on local cuisine & recommendations for short breaks. A planning section advises on pre-trip preparations & getting there & around as well as outlining useful language tips & what


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Dubai on a laminated, tear-resistant Insight Flexi Map with a street plan of central Dubai, maps of the coastal area including the waterfront developments & of the United Arab Emirates, plus extensive tourist information. The main map covers the northern part of Dubai at 1:100, 000, extending along the coast from Sharjah to the Jebel Ali Palm & the Dubai Waterfront developments & inland to the Dubailand & the new airport area. The map shows the area ...

Dubai on an Insight Flexi Pocket Map in their new format introduced to provide more convenient access to the special features of this series: various additional maps and/or street plans plus tourist information including a list of must-see sights. The map is tear-resistant, waterproof, & can be written on with non-permanent marker pens. On all the maps place names are shown only in the Latin alphabet. On one side is a street plan covering central Dubai at 1:15, 000, including access to the Emirate’s international airport. Metro stations are clearly marked. Main public buildings & places of interest are prominently highlighted & named. The plan is indexed for streets, points of interest, public buildings, plus department stores/malls/markets. Next to the plan & on the reverse are this title’s additional

Features:- A map covering Greater Dubai at 1:100, 000, including Palm Jumeirah, showing the tram line with stops. The map is indexed for streets, public buildings & points of interest.- A road map at 1:1, 000, 000 covering northern United Arab Emirates with northern Oman, indexed for places & points of interest.- 24 main sights, neatly grouped into sections covering Top Ten Sights, other Major Attractions, plus Other Sights Around the Region are given brief descriptions & are prominently highlighted on the relevant maps.- Information about Getting Around & Facts for Visitors, including tourist offices, public holidays, opening times, telecommunications & monthly climate charts. To see the list of other Insight Flexi titles in this series please click on the series link.

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The Dubai How-To Guide by Explorer Publishing is a step-by-step instruction manual for people thinking of or already living & working in Dubai, & covers various aspects of daily life with over 100 easy-to-follow procedures, including what to bring, where to go, useful tips & related laws. It will help navigate the bureaucratic maze & getting things done, whether you have just arrived, are about to have a baby, or are considering setting up a business. This guide will provide up-to-date information on rules & regulations regarding applying for a visa or licence, getting a vehicle, property or landline, or setting up a business. It features chapters on Moving to, Living in, Property, Utilities, Driving, Work & Business, Activities & Leaving. Ideal for anyone living & working in Dubai or thinking of moving there. ...

Once a pearl-fishing village on the Arabian Gulf… Dubai has transformed itself into a mega-rich desert oasis of sun, s&, shop & spa. Despite the forest of cranes & ever-burgeoning traffic, the pure chutzpah of this city – homing indoor skiing, the world`s tallest building, & underwater hotel – is undeniable. Dubai in the Luxe city guides series, which are slim & small enough to fit easily in a pocket or handbag. Information is distilled from elite suggestions by city residents, specially selected for their style, knowledge & expertise. Luxe guides aim at the upper end of the market & subjectively edit to choose the very best recommendations for shopping, restaurants, leisure options & nightlife. Half day shopping & activity itineraries are suggested for you to mix & match your visit to suit your timetable. When folded close the cardboard guide slots into its own protective plastic frame. Vanity Fair magazine calls them “delightful, de-lovely, & deluxe”, & that’s just what they are. ...

Marco Polo Dubai: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all of Dubai`s attractions with this up-to-date, authoritative guide, complete with ` Best Of` recommendations. You`ll find excellent hotels, numerous recommendations for places to eat & drink, tips on shopping, what to do with children & how to get by on a limited budget, plus information on festivals & events. Also contains: the Perfect Day, Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, & a comprehensive index. As recently as the 1960s Dubai was a relatively insignificant Bedouin settlement, but thanks to oil it is now a global city of superlatives: the world`s tallest building, its second-largest shopping mall, & an enormous artificial waterfront. Marco Polo will see you safely to all the attractions of the city, the second largest of the Emirates. Alongside the new, modern Dubai you`ll find plenty of the original town, for example in the historic district of Bastakiya, in the traditional bazaars, the souks or in the Dubai Museum. The most important Highlights tell you what you absolutely shouldn`t miss on a visit to Dubai. Insider Tips suggest some novel experiences to be had off the beaten tourist track, such as a visit to the weekend open-air market in the hip district of Dubai Marina or a ride on the Dubai monorail which guarantees the best views of the Hotel Atlantis. If you don`t want to explore on your own take one of the recommended City Walks on which you can experience both the traditional sides of the city & its skyline of post-modern skyscrapers. Panels in each chapter propose things to do if you`re on a tight budget & where to pick up some real bargains. To prevent any blunders, the Dos & Don`ts chapter spells out things you need to be aware of & avoid. The Best Of pages highlight some unique aspects of Dubai, places you can visit for free, as well as oases of calm where you can sit back & relax; there are also tips for what to do on days when it is too hot outside. Marco Polo Dubai provides comprehensive coverage of the city. To help you find your way around there`s a detailed street atlas inside, a folding city map in the back cover, plus a handy pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide! ...