Top 3 Opulent Retreats in Dubai with Barcelo Hotels.

Sail into the realms of super luxury only with Barcelo Hotels in Dubai, where the level that it touches is unmatched by any other place on earth which melds both lavishness and refinement. These three award-winning establishments reinvent hospitality in this world-famous metropolis, ensuring a remarkable stay with first-class facilities and service, and breathtaking views….

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Dubai shopping: 5 don’t-miss spots

The city, the largest and most populated in the United Arab Emirates, is Arab at its core but capitalist at its edge. That means shopping — from glistening shopping malls to traditional markets from another era. If you’re a shopper and a traveler, here are five places you’ll want to visit: 1. Dubai Mall This…

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Dubai has an appetite for edible gold

(CNN) โ€” Gold is still big business in Dubai, despite reports of a 20-year low in demand for gold jewelry in the UAE. According to the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, the emirate has cornered approximately 25% of global trade in the precious metal. In a destination where symbols of wealth have become passรฉ, perhaps it’s…

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Dubai launches sail-thru supermarket | CNN Travel

(CNN) โ€” Just when you think you’ve seen everything, Dubai introduces a new initiative that proves you haven’t. Behold, what is claimed as the world’s first “sail-thru supermarket” — a floating retail emporium ready to cater to anyone unwilling to leave the comfort of their yacht when picking up the groceries. The purpose-built ship, anchored…

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Dubai’s Al Marmoom Ultramarathon claims to be world’s longest in a desert

Editor’s Note โ€” CNN’s series often carry sponsorship originating from the countries and regions we profile. However, CNN retains full editorial control over all of its reports. Our sponsorship policy. (CNN) โ€” When Greek messenger Pheidippides burst into Athens in 490 BC, having run the first marathon, he probably never imagined his superhuman effort would…

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