UAE

middleeast, United Arab Emirates

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"Where ambition meets Arabian heritage"

Overview

The United Arab Emirates — Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah — is the Middle East's most visited destination, where the world's tallest building and man-made islands sit alongside desert dunes, gold souks, and the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Dubai's relentless ambition has produced the Dubai Frame, Burj Al Arab, and the Dubai Mall. Abu Dhabi's cultural institutions — the Louvre and the future Guggenheim — redefine what a modern Arab capital can be.

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Where to go

Dubai

Dubai

The city of superlatives — world's tallest building (Burj Khalifa, 828 m), largest mall, busiest airport, and the iconic Palm Jumeirah artificial island.

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Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi

The UAE's serene capital — Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (one of the world's largest), Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the Yas Island entertainment precinct.

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Sharjah

Sharjah

The UAE's cultural capital — Sharjah Heritage Area, Blue Souk, Museum of Islamic Civilization, and more UNESCO sites than any other emirate.

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Must-see experiences

Weather & best time to visit

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Seasons at a glance

Winter

November–March

Best Time

Perfect weather — warm sunny days (24–30°C), cool evenings. Peak tourist season. Dubai Shopping Festival in January.

Spring

April–May

Getting warm quickly. Still manageable for outdoor activities. Ideal for Abu Dhabi cultural sights and desert safaris.

Summer

June–September

Budget

Extreme heat (40–45°C) and high humidity. Most outdoor attractions close midday. Huge discounts at hotels — great value.

Autumn

October

Temperatures dropping back to comfortable levels. Beach season resumes. F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in late November.

Festivals & events

Dubai Shopping Festival
January
Dubai Shopping FestivalShopping

The world's biggest retail festival — six weeks of discounts, fireworks, and global acts drawing 5 million+ visitors to malls and the Creek.

Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix
November
Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand PrixSport

The season finale at Yas Marina Circuit — F1 glamour, celebrity sightings, and concerts at Yas Island.

Dubai Food Festival
February–March
Dubai Food FestivalFestival

17-day celebration of global cuisine — Beach Canteen, chef collabs, and food tours across the city's 13,000+ restaurants.

Ready to go to UAE?

From ₹85,000 · 4–6 nights · Fully curated by a real expert

₹85,000

per person · 4–6 nights