Dubai Hotels

n less than 40 years Dubai has propelled itself from being a fairly nondescript Middle Eastern port city, to being included on the "must see" list of the rich and famous. A marvelous self-promoter, Dubai has used its recently acquired wealth to buy the attention of the traveling world. The tallest hotel in the world is a Dubai hotel. In fact, the city lists a few of the hotels in Dubai as landmarks. And when you see them, you will understand why.

There are a number of travel destinations in the Middle East; most of them show hints of the new world between the faded buildings and traditions of the old - but not Dubai. There is an old city, but very little points to the past. Even the significant Jumeira Archaeological Site is surrounded by modern shopping centers. The Dubai Museum is housed in Al Fahidi Fort, built in the 18th century, but only recently restored to give the museum some historical "ambience". The Shaikh Saeed al-Maktoum House is one of the few older buildings to have been restored and given a place of prominence. Even the Grand Mosque, which looks like a stellar example of restoration, was actually built in the 1990's.

The point is that Dubai is not about the past. It is about the present and the future. The most stunning buildings are the ultra-modern hotels in Dubai, marked by daring architecture and world class amenities. Both are on the coastline of the city; one resembles a breaking wave and the other a billowing mainsail floating on the surface of the ocean itself. This is a city that hosts a golf tournament that has become one of the top stops on the PGA tour and one of the richest horse races in the world. What other city in this region boasts a world class 12 acre water park?

The finest cuisines in the world are represented here. And after you have eaten there are a variety of clubs and other activities to help you wind down. Dubai welcomes you to come and be a part of its exuberant and adventurous spirit.