WITH its passion for record-setting attractions, it is the least restrained member of the UAE. But there's more to this crossroads city than its flashy facade. Here are three ways to discover Dubai.
Labyrinthine lanes and traditional wind towers mark the Bastakia quarter as a vision of old Dubai.
Take a half-day, full-day or, better yet, overnight desert safari to experience camel rides and off-road driving amid the sand dunes. Check at your hotel or contact Arabian Adventures (desert trips $50-$225; arabian-adventures.com).
Even the smallest suites at the Burj Al Arab are spread across two floors. Non-guests must book at one of the hotel's restaurants to have a look inside (rooms from $1500; jumeirah.com).
Inside the oddly named The Palace - The Old Town hotel, Thiptara impresses with elegant Thai-style dishes in a romantic setting on a lakeside pagoda looking out at the Burj Khalifa (mains from $25; theaddress.com).
Not every shop in the Dubai Mall is high fashion, but most of the big names are found here. Rest your bags for a coffee at Dome or macaroons at Laduree, and don't miss the aquarium and ice rink (thedubaimall.com)
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