UAE in May

March to May is hot and dry in the UAE. In April the average highs climb upward to 35 ºC (95 ºF), yet the nights can get cool. There is often considerable wind coming in off the water and these abundant blowy breeze are highly greatly welcomed in the intense heat, as one would imagine. The middle off the day is to be avoided and many take dusk or dawn as an opportunity to visit the souks in the Old Quarter of Dubai, which offers the chance see the bold the contrast of ancient culture set against modern skyline.

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Classic UAE

This 5-day classic journey to the superlative-laden UAE reveals its complete rags-to-riches story, from quiet bedouin life to glittering sky-soaring megalopolis. In Dubai, see the tallest building in the world, manmade islands in the shape of a palm, malls with penguins and ski jumps. An hour away in Abu Dhabi, see some of the world's finest art, taste the subleties of dates, and see the nation's bird in action.

Destination UAE

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

Price Per Person: From $9,000

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Abu Dhabi: Arabian Days and Nights

Experience the best that Abu Dhabi has to offer on this lavish 5-day trip. You’ll dine beneath the desert stars to the beat of bellydancing, visit important spiritual sites like the Grand Mosque, take the ride of your life at Ferrari World, kayak through dense mangroves, and stay at the plush Yas Viceroy Hotel.

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Destination UAE

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

Price Per Person: From $6,500

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Exclusive Excursions: Dubai & Abu Dhabi

Hop between the UAE’s two most opulent desert emirates on this exclusive 6-day luxury tour. You’ll experience a few nights in the world-renowned Armani Hotel Dubai, see the sand dunes on a safari ride, visit important mosques, and spend time at the fast-paced Ferrari World, on this exciting adventure.

Destination UAE

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights

Price Per Person: From $3,800

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Recommended Festivals For UAE in May

Eid Al-Fitr

April-May

Eid in Dubai really brings together the region’s diverse and multicultural community to celebrate this important religious festival in harmony. The government organizes some excellent events and activities for all ages and all tastes, including food stalls, shows and fireworks for up to four days.

Location Countrywide, UAE

Al Gaffal Dhow Boat Race

May

To see the traditional, aesthetically stunning ‘Dhow’ boats in action, your best bet is to catch over one hundred of them in action at the annual Al Gaffal event. Beginning at Sir Bu Nair, about 50 miles off the coast, the eight-hour race comes to a spectacular finish at the Mina Seaway, Dubai International Marine Club.

Location Dubai, UAE

Travelogues

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Sands of Time: In Search of the Old UAE

Author: Jay Tindall

After spending some time in the most infamous of UAE cities, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, I felt it time to take a better look at what lays outside these soaring modern landscapes and see if I could discover some worlds of old.

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Al Fahidi: Dubai’s Haven of History and Culture

Author: Ronan O'Connell

Yes, there are the skyscrapers, Burj Khalifa, and man-made islands, but there's still some culture left in Dubai, and you'll find it in Al Fahidi.

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The UAE: A Tale of Two Cities

Author: Jay Tindall

On my recent trip to UAE trip, I wanted to visit Dubai & Abu Dhabi, but I really wanted to reach far beyond them to discover the true essence of UAE and appreciate its rich history and cultural significance

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