We’re moving more and more from rural areas, grasping the sustainable urban development. By 2015, there will be 23 “mega cities”, and 19 of them will be located in developing countries. And the United Arab Emirates is perhaps one of the country with the most famous and anticipated urban projects. To see why any major city in the UAE is a major attraction, here are just 3 of the most astonishing urban developments we’re about to see.

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Comments: 0 Apr 17th, 2008
by Dave Emery

There is nothing like the thrill of white powder under your skis, the cold bite of the wind in your face as you fly down the side of a hill, using wits and skill to avoid anything on your path. For anyone living in a desert region however, this is not something obtainable, or is it?

Where once only desert existed, there now stands a man made ski resort. The outside of Ski Dubai may not be impressive, but when entering, the feeling of being in a much colder part of the world prevails, giving some who never had an opportunity to even see snow the chance to try their skills at skiing. With 5 different slopes, from beginners to expert, this indoor ski facility is quite impressive. Read the rest of Desert Skiing »

Comments: 2 Feb 5th, 2008
by Tahira Khan

A bustling city that was once a desert, Dubai has grown in a matter of four decades from a city in the middle of nowhere to an important business center of the world. One of the key events that led to Dubai’s growth as a tourist region and shoppers paradise is the foresight of their travel industry, that came up with a unique concept of holding a 32 day long shopping festival under the banner One world, One family, One festival, with vendors coming over to display their wares from across the globe.

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Comments: 2 Feb 4th, 2008
by Tahira Khan