Top UAE Traveler Guide: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and more

The United Arab Emirates, sometimes simply called the Emirates, is a country in Western Asia at the northeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Arabian Gulf. The UAE is a federation of seven emirates consisting of Abu Dhabi (the capital), Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm Al Quwain. Together, they jointly form the Federal Supreme Council. The UAE's population is 9.7 million, with people from all around the world. The UAE's oil reserves are the sixth-largest in the world, while its natural gas reserves are the world's seventh-largest. Sheikh Zayed, the former ruler of Abu Dhabi and the first President of the UAE, oversaw the development of the Emirates and steered oil revenues into healthcare, education, and infrastructure. UAE's economy is the most diversified in the Gulf Cooperation Council, while its most populous city of Dubai is an important global city and international aviation and maritime trade hub. The country is much less reliant on oil and gas than in previous years and is economically focusing on tourism and business. UAE's rising international profile recognized as a regional and global power. It is a member of the United Nations, the Arab League, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, OPEC, the Non-Aligned Movement, and the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Airlines and Airports in UAE

Emirates and flydubai - Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC)

Etihad Airline - Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

Air Arabia - Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

Notable UAE landmarks

Burj Khalifa – Tallest tower in the world

Dubai Mall – The biggest mall in the world

Palm Jumeirah – Largest man island in the world

Burj Al Arab – First 7 star hotel in the world

Ain Dubai – Tallest Ferris wheel in the world

Dubai Frame – Biggest picture frame in the world

Sheikh Zayed Mosque 

Louvre Abu Dhabi 

Emirates Palace

Dubai

Dubai is the window of the UAE to the world. It is by far the most well-known city in the Middle East, praised for its business, tourism, and real estate property market. Often called the city of dreams, it is the birthplace of the tallest tower in the world, Burj Khalifa, and the biggest mall in the world, Dubai Mall. Short term in Dubai is growing primarily on the beachfront such as JBR, Dubai Marina, La Mer, and Downtown Dubai. The city of the future offers luxurious apartments and villas as well as prestigious communities. It is the host of the Expo 2020—Dubai as some of the world's most expensive and impressive real estate apartment, villas and penthouses.

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, a large island nestled in the Arabian Gulf, is the capital of the UAE. Less than two hours' drive from Dubai. Abi Dhabi's significant attractions such as The Emirates Palace, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the Yas Formula One circuit, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Ferrari World, amongst many others, are critical points for global tourism in the UAE. 

Impressive villas and apartments in the middle of the many islands in Abu Dhabi and the real estate market are growing faster every year.

Sharjah

Sharjah is known as the art and cultural capital of the UAE. A 20-minute drive from Dubai in you are in a calm and serene environment. Sharjah has a lot to offer on Islamic Art and History through many museums and expositions.

Real Estate properties for sale and rent such as apartments and villas are desirable in Sharjah, and many buyers are now looking at this growing property market.

Ajman

Ajman is a growing tourism and business hub in the UAE with a lot of unique communities. Small yet full of surprises, it has developed to become an essential part of the UAE. Beautiful beaches and amazing people.

Real estate development is rising between desert and sea in Ajman, with many communities and properties linked to highways and beachfront.

Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah, with views of the Hajar mountains and beautiful beaches, is a leading business hub in the UAE. With adrenaline focus experiences, it is the perfect match between business and nature. Real Estate properties with sea view are everywhere, and the new real estate projects and developments are becoming more luxurious since the opening of 5 stars hotels and resorts in the emirate.

Fujairah

Fujairah is in the Gulf of Oman and has incredible beaches on the Indian ocean. A very relaxed way of life with great tourism options and endless beach resorts surrounded by mountains.

Beachfront views can be your current view with beautiful apartments and villas facing the sea with sunshine all year long.

Al Ain

The Al Ain Oasis is known as the ""Garden City"" of the UAE. It was where Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the United Arab Emirates, spent much of his life.

Real Estate properties for sale and rent such as apartments and villas are desirable in Al Ain, surrounded by beautiful gardens and overlooked by Jebel Hafeet and many buyers are now looking at this growing property market.

Umm Al Quwain

Umm Al Quwain nestled between Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah. With a beautiful marina and unique pet-friendly beach options. You need to discover fantastic mangroves and try seafood there; it is excellent. Property for sale are affordable, and rental are some of the most attractive in the UAE.