Join the eliteDubai has developed its reputation for being an excellent tourist destination. The city offers both tourists and residents some of the world’s most spectacular hotels and beach resorts, wonderful desert encampments for tours and safaris and a vibrant water sports, yachting and sailing scene.

A meal at a gorgeous five-star hotel. A cruise on a yacht from a berth at a beautiful marina. A weekend spent at a beach club. All of this is a matter of course for those that have the inclination to take advantage of them.

Dubai has a genuine love affair with hotels, for example. The more sumptuous the better. There are more than 60 five-star properties and new ones open every month. All the major brands are present, both for leisure and business. From The Atlantis and Ritz Carlton to Jumeirah, Hilton and Fairmont, each brings its distinct architecture, unique amenities and style of service.

Indeed it is almost impossible to live in Dubai without stepping into the cool of a hotel foyer, either to conduct business or seek a relaxing escape, at least once a day. With extraordinary bars and restaurants; clubs for both music and family; spas and gyms; racquet courts, beaches and swimming pools, the city is constantly abuzz with people exercising their choice of lifestyle.