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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I used to live there.  It really depends on what you want out of a vacation.  There isn't a great deal from a cultural standpoint, but you can find some nice things to do and see.  Definitely book a trip to go to the Mussandam Peninsula or Khasab--it's really beautiful there.  (Google it)  Also do a desert tour, four wheeling and camel ride.  Sounds cheesy, but it's not necessarily.  The Rub al Khali (Empty Quarter) is really astonishing, and you'll be surprised at the difference between that and the Khasab area.

Personally I prefer Abu Dhabi over Dubai, but Dubai might be better for a vacation.  It's a very modern place, and the weather will definitely be nice.  If you can combine a trip there with a visit to Oman, definitely do that.  Oman is actually more interesting and pretty, and will give you a much more "exotic" flavor than the UAE will.

Also be aware that the beaches along Dubai, especially alone Jumeira are prone to very strong rip tides.  Not advertised and you won't see much info on that because it's bad for tourism.  Quite a few drowning deaths, so something to keep in mind while swimming there.[/quote]

Oh, I forgot--go to the Souk in Sharjah (right next to Dubai).  Interesting shops and more things to look at.  Also you can go to Abu Dhabi for a quick trip and see the new branch of the Louvre that opened there--worth seeing.

https://www.louvreabudhabi.ae/

Also go see the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, it's phenomenal.

http://www.szgmc.gov.ae/en/Home

In fact, I take it back about staying in Dubai.  Maybe consider splitting your time between the two cities.

This is a fabulous hotel in Abu Dhabi, if it's in your budget.  If it's not, go there for a stroll and a cup of coffee:

https://www.kempinski.com/en/abudhabi/emirates-palace/

I also like the Fairmont in Abu Dhabi and the Ritz Carlton, but they aren't centrally located.  The Intercon is, and it's also nice.  (I don't live there anymore but spend a lot of time there for business still)

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