Dubai is the obvious choice if you're looking for a luxurious city break. Here no excess is off the table; there are malls with not just a selection of cinemas, but also a ski jump slope. Of course there's also the world's tallest building, and 'The Palm' - the artificial island in the shape of a palm tree which glitters with glamorous resorts.
- The Armani Hotel in the Burj Khalifa is sleek, modern and luxurious, with many pools, stunning views, excellent restaurants and an immaculate spa.
- The Address Downtown Dubai offers the ultimate in luxury skyscraper extravagance with seven swimming pools, a top-notch spa and a slew of award-winning restaurants. And there's great views over the Burj Khalifa.
- The Ahmedia Heritage Guest House offers something a bit more traditionally Arabic, with wonderful Persian style fabrics, antique four-poster beds, a lovely courtyard and an art gallery.