Dubai

Long sandy beaches, glittering gold souqs, soaring skyscrapers and a lively nightlife make cosmopolitan Dubai the Gulf's coolest destination. Grab a piece of the action with this indispensable guide. Navigator's delight -11 maps, including seven full-colour maps, Shopping spree - the best bargains, the most opulent malls, Beach holiday - where to eat, drink, swim and play, Desert adventure - explore the dunes and experience the Bedouin lifestyle, Architectural feast - a special section on traditional Arabian and ultra modern building styles.