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Lying on the calm, blue waters of the
southern Gulf and flanked by majestic desert, Dubai offers
year-round sunshine and five-star luxury along with the
adventure of a unique Arabian experience.
Twenty nine years ago the southern coast
of the lower Gulf was a barren, under-populated land comprised
of several autonomous states. Today, as the United Arab
Emirates, it has become a dynamic, modern society with the
infrastructure of contemporary twenty-first century life.
The great wealth derived from the UAE's
oil and gas production has given the country one of the highest
per capita incomes in the world. This income has been invested
over the past twenty years in construction and development
which have proceeded at an amazing rate. All of the original
settlements have become dynamic urban centers and Dubai has
grown into a large, cosmopolitan city. Rural villages have been
reconstructed; many nationals (natives of the UAE) have
acquired homes which feature the modern conveniences of major
urban lifestyles.
A network of multi-lane highways link the
main city centers. The more remote regions are accessible by
all-terrain vehicles and both the desert and the mountains are
popular destinations for leisure and recreational activities.
Wherever you are in Dubai, you will not
be far from a supermarket which offers most of what can be
found in North America, Australia and Europe. In fact, you are
likely to find more variety as goods are imported to suit the
needs of many different nationalities. Prices are comparable to
most western countries.
Families will enjoy the child- friendly
parks and playgrounds. Driving in the desert, mountains or
river beds (wadis) is a favorite weekend pastime for many
people in the Emirates. There are numerous sites for camping
and picnicking. Shopping for traditional Middle Eastern gifts
is easy and enjoyable. Offerings include rugs, silverware,
jewelry, brass, inlaid rosewood furniture and much more.
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