Author(s): CAMPBELL HALLIE et a

Travel

A temple to excess sprung out of the desert, Dubai is glitz on an epic scale. From 7 star hotels to celebrity restaurants, cutting edge bars, world-class shopping and, let's face it, a serious amount of tack, Dubai has turned itself into the ultimate playboy tax haven. But what of life beyond polo, Formula 1 and enormous snow-domes? As you might expect, Hg2 Dubai takes in the best of the best, but also goes above and beyond to search out the true experience of the Emirates. Find authentic style in age-old souks, test your 4x4 driving skills to the limit, try wadi-bashing in the desert. Or for a more sedate experience, drive high up into the dunes for a spot of falconry or simply to take in the awe-inspiring views. Hg2 encompasses every aspect of Dubai so you can tailor-make your experience, and all venues are independently reviewed. In order to have the most up-to-date guide on the market you can access online updates and downloadable content from www.hg2.com and itunes. The tabbed layout makes it extremely easy to find the information you need at a glance, alongside lavish, colour photography and detailed mapping. The luxurious snakeskin leather-effect flexicover ensures the guide is discreet and light, making it a fabulous travel accessory as well as an authoritative guide.