Dubai is an Emirate of the UAE, just north of Abu Dhabi. Dubai has become something of a tourist hotspot in recent years, renowned for its unrivalled glamour as a holiday destination. Three buildings sum up the recent history of the city: Burj Khalifa towers above the city as the tallest building in the world; the crescent shaped Burj Al Arab is one of the world's select few 7-star hotels with a truly iconic design; and the Dubai Mall is the largest shopping centre in the world.
If you take up car hire from Dubai Airport you can even drive out to the city's renowned waterparks which provide welcome relief from the hot sun.
Take in the buildings that dominate the Dubai skyline; Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab tend to stand out from the pack. The Dubai Mall is the largest shopping mall in the world, and it's here that you'll find the Dubai Fountains, which are a match for anything in Vegas.
If you're hiring a car from Dubai Airport and fancy a splash, the Wild Wadi Waterpark and the Aquaventure Park are well worthwhile; both situated near the famous Palm Jumeira – a set of manmade islands which have become something of a symbol for Dubai's opulence. If you rent a car from Dubai Airport, make a trip north following the coast to Dubai Creek for some unforgettable views.
