It's not difficult to see why Dubai in the Emirates has in recent years become one of the world's fastest-growing holiday destinations. Here on the Arabian Gulf shores of the Indian Ocean is a city and resort that, in its vibrant fusion of Arabic and Western cultures, of tradition and the post-modern, of mosque and skyscraper, is a dazzling ensemble of energy, colour, affluence and style!

Edged by clean sunlit beaches, Dubai's warm Gulf waters host a showcase of superlative resort hotels waiting to pamper the visitor with the best in five-star luxury - with world-class golf and watersports among the many recreational amenities also on offer. But there's more here than just beaches! In 'downtown' Dubai, set around the dhow-filled Dubai Creek, shopaholics will find a vast Aladdin's Cave of temptations amongst souks and shopping malls - while inland desert safaris, dune-driving and camel-racing visits are easily arranged.

With direct flights linking 'KL' and Dubai, a pre- or post-Malaysia stopover is easily arranged.