Travel in city Dubai, county Creek

As Skift Global Forum East approaches, we are excited to announce the two venues that will play host to this year’s gathering of travel executives, provided by our Official Venue Partner, Address Hotels and Resorts.

Dubai welcomed 9.31 million international overnight visitors from January to June 2024, a 9% increase over the 8.55 million tourist arrivals in the first half of 2023, according to data published by Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).

Jun 21, 2024 • 8 min read

While growing up in Dubai in the early 1990s, our family's culinary adventures were mostly limited to shawarma and falafel takeaways, dining at Indian and Pakistani restaurants, or American fast-food chains.

Dubai, the sparkling city that rises from the sand, can be a little overwhelming for first-time visitors. Choosing where to stay can be equally tricky, but Rough Guides' low-down on where to stay in Dubai should help you decide. Whether you want big, brash, luxurious hotels or a more low-key break in the UAE, this neighbourhood and hotel guide will point you to the best places to stay in Dubai.