Welcome to Dubai — a city of firsts, where desert meets skyline, tradition meets innovation, and every traveler can find something extraordinary. From soaring skyscrapers to ancient souks, from luxury resorts to rugged desert adventures — Dubai is a place of boundless possibility.
Location & Overview
Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), located on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf.
Originally a modest fishing and trade settlement, Dubai transformed rapidly over recent decades into a global hub for business, tourism and innovation.
Tourism now plays a central role in Dubai’s economy: in 2024, Dubai welcomed 18.72 million international overnight visitors — a 9% year‑on‑year increase.
