Dubai is built in the desert, yes, but also on the shores of the Persian Gulf. From Jumeirah beach you have beautiful views of the Burj Al Arab, while at Kite Beach you can practice all kinds of water and beach sports. The inevitable advice: wait late in the afternoon to get closer,...
The second palm, Jebel Ali, was started in 2002 and is designed to be an entertainment centre. Six marinas (小游艇船坞) are planned, with a water theme park, and homes built on stilts (桩柱) in the water. The Palm Deira planned to be the largest of the three islands, with a length...