Dubai Insiders: Lara Dunston and Terry Carter

Dubai Insiders: Lara Dunston and Terry Carter

Get to know our Insiders, a husband and wife team who have called Dubai home for years, and get to know why they love the place.

WHERE NOT TO GO

Where NOT to go

Where NOT to go

There's no use hanging with the hordes at tourist traps. Leave them behind and try some of our alternative suggestions.

NEAR THE BEATEN TRACK

Near the beaten track

Near the beaten track

You don't have to look far to get glimpses of the real Dubai that exists just beyond the shopping malls.

ITINERARIES

24-hour itinerary

24-hour itinerary

You might just have a short stop-over in Dubai on your way to or from Europe; make the most of your day on the ground with this itinerary.
One week itinerary

One week itinerary

With one week you've got plenty of time to get below the surface of Dubai. Follow this itinerary to hit all the highlights.

LISTS

Luxuriate

Luxuriate

With some great and affordable pampering options, why not indulge a bit on your visit to the UAE? Here's a few tips to get you started.
Where the locals dine

Where the locals dine

Get a taste of real Dubai at these restaurants frequented by the locals.
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