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Emirates & Cities in the UAE

From Dubai's skyscraper skyline to Abu Dhabi's grand mosques, from Fujairah's mountain coast to Liwa's vast sand dunes — pick an emirate for honest, practical guides on where to go, where to stay, and what to do.

Dubai & Northern Coast

Sharjah Al Noor Island bridge and skyline reflected in Khalid Lagoon at night
Sharjah

Sharjah travel guide: culture, heritage, museums, hotels, and practical tips for visiting the UAE's cultural capital, just 30 minutes from Dubai.

Things to Do
Ajman waterfront and dhow harbour with traditional wooden boats at sunset
Ajman

Ajman travel guide: the UAE's smallest emirate with a heritage museum, dhow-building yards, quiet beaches, and budget accommodation near Dubai.

Things to Do

Abu Dhabi Emirate

Al Ain oasis with ancient falaj irrigation channels and dense date palm groves
Al Ain

Al Ain travel guide: the UAE's garden city with UNESCO oases, Jebel Hafeet mountain, camel racing, zoo, and authentic Emirati heritage sites.

Things to Do

East & Northern Emirates

Hajar Mountains and Wadi Shawka with dramatic rocky peaks in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah travel guide: mountains, beaches, adventure activities, best hotels, and how to get there from Dubai in under 90 minutes.

Hotels
Fujairah Fort on a rocky hill with the Hajar Mountains in the background
Fujairah

Fujairah travel guide: the UAE's east coast emirate with diving, snorkelling, mountain wadis, forts, and quieter beaches on the Gulf of Oman.

Hotels