Dubai
From £499 per person
Dubai — Where Tradition Meets the Future
Few cities pack as much wow-factor into a single trip as Dubai. Skyscrapers that pierce the clouds, gold-dusted souks humming with traders, vast desert dunes only minutes from a world-class marina — it is a place that refuses to stand still and rewards every kind of traveller.
Experiences You Should Not Miss
- Burj Khalifa Observation Deck — ride the world’s fastest lift to the 148th floor for sweeping Arabian Gulf panoramas
- Desert Safari & Bedouin Dinner — dune bashing at sunset followed by starlit barbecue, camel rides, and henna painting
- Dubai Mall & Fountain Show — over 1,200 shops, an Olympic-sized ice rink, and the mesmerising evening water display
- Palm Jumeirah — stroll the iconic man-made island and explore Atlantis waterpark
- Gold & Spice Souk — haggle for jewellery and inhale the aroma of saffron and cardamom in historic Deira
When to Go
November through March delivers comfortable temperatures between 20–25 °C, ideal for outdoor sightseeing and beach days. Ramadan brings a unique cultural atmosphere — many restaurants adjust their hours, but the experience is genuinely special.
Getting There from the UK
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Dubai International take roughly seven hours. Emirates, British Airways, and Virgin Atlantic all operate daily services, with connections also available from Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow.