The UAE’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination has been clearly noticeable during the last 5 years. A country rich with culture and heritage, the UAE is becoming a favourite all year round with tourists from all over the world. The main destination is clearly Dubai, a surreal city surrounded by desert where traditionalist Islam meets the revolutionary West in a seamless conjunction. Dubai is known for many things; sun, sand, sea, skyscrapers and shopping to name a few, and these are its main appeals for a good reason. The sun shines every day; the average winter temperature exceeds 20oC, with summer temperatures generally surpassing the 40oC mark. The sand it’s beautiful and pristine, and the sea is always warm and inviting. As for shopping, Dubai is beaten by none, with a five-storey building dedicated to the retail of jewellery alone, Dubai has it all, and it’s all dirt cheap. The best time to visit the UAE would be November through April, when the weather is at its most bearable, however, for those looking for real heat, a summer in Dubai beckons. Visa required - No