Why Dubai & the UAE?
The United Arab Emirates is a destination of superlatives — and that's no exaggeration. In a country smaller than Austria, you will find the world's tallest building, the largest artificial island, one of the most beautiful mosques on the planet, and a desert landscape that will leave you speechless.
Yet the UAE is far more than just glitz and glamour. Behind the skyscrapers lies a fascinating culture that uniquely combines tradition and modernity. Here you meet Bedouin descendants who are also tech entrepreneurs and experience a society where over 200 nationalities live together peacefully.
- Dubai: The city of records — Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina. A metropolis only 50 years old and already one of the most exciting cities in the world
- Abu Dhabi: The elegant capital with the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the Formula 1 track on Yas Island
- Desert: Desert safaris, dune bashing, camel riding, stargazing — the Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) is the largest sand desert in the world
- Mountains: In the hinterland of Hatta and Ras Al Khaimah await wadis, hiking trails, and the highest mountain in the UAE (Jebel Jais, 1,934 m)
- Beaches: Miles of white sandy beaches on the Persian Gulf and on the east coast of Fujairah on the Gulf of Oman
- Shopping: From traditional gold and spice souks to the most luxurious malls in the world
From Germany, the UAE is reachable in just 6 hours direct flight — Emirates and Etihad fly several times daily from Frankfurt, Munich, Düsseldorf, and Hamburg. Entry is visa-free for 90 days, and thanks to the time difference of only +3 hours, there is practically no jet lag.