UAE

Travel guide to the United Arab Emirates. Discover top sights, independent exploration tips (walking or driving), and the best hotels.

photo What Makes Abu Dhabi Different from Dubai What Makes Abu Dhabi Different from Dubai
Places
Abu Dhabi and Dubai get lumped into the same trip all the time, even though they're two different emirates with…
photo Abu Dhabi Beats Dubai in Hotel Guest Scores (2026 Data) Abu Dhabi Beats Dubai in Hotel Guest Scores (2026 Data)
Hotels
Dubai spends billions on hotels and markets them to the whole world. Yet when the guests leave their scores, it…
photo Best Abu Dhabi Beaches for Every Kind of Traveler Best Abu Dhabi Beaches for Every Kind of Traveler
Places
Abu Dhabi sits on a cluster of islands in the Persian Gulf, and there are more beaches here than you…
photo Yas Island's Theme Parks in Abu Dhabi Yas Island's Theme Parks in Abu Dhabi
Holiday ideas
Yas Island is its own self-contained world of entertainment, about half an hour from central Abu Dhabi and practically next…
photo The 10 Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi The 10 Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi
Hotels
Abu Dhabi stopped being just a day trip from Dubai a while ago. It has its own beach resorts, palace-style…
photo Fujairah Mountain Hiking and Safari Adventures Fujairah Mountain Hiking and Safari Adventures
Places
Let’s be honest, when you picture the UAE, you’re probably thinking of Dubai. I know I was. All I saw…
photo A Comfortable Budget Getaway to Fujairah A Comfortable Budget Getaway to Fujairah
Vacation ideas
Hey! If you landed here, you’re probably like me. You’re searching for something new and exciting that won’t completely drain…
photo Fujairah's Top 10 Family Hotels Fujairah's Top 10 Family Hotels
Hotels
Fujairah is really making a name for itself. You've got these stunning mountains on one side and beautiful Indian Ocean…
photo Day Trips From Fujairah To Nearby Emirates And Hidden Oases Day Trips From Fujairah To Nearby Emirates And Hidden Oases
Places
To me, Fujairah is more than just an emirate on the Indian Ocean; it’s a state of mind. It’s that…
photo Best Fujairah Hotels Best Fujairah Hotels
Hotels
Fujairah is different. It's the only UAE emirate on the Gulf of Oman, and it pulls you in with its…
photo Fujairah's Best Dive & Snorkel Spots Fujairah's Best Dive & Snorkel Spots
Places
My first plan for the UAE was all about Dubai. You know, the skyscrapers, the fountains, that whole desert scene.…
photo Making the Most of One Day in Abu Dhabi Making the Most of One Day in Abu Dhabi
Tours
People often call Abu Dhabi the cultural heart of the Emirates, and it's a must-see. It’s easier than you'd think…