Dubai Stopovers

In the depths of the desert it may be, but Dubai is still one of the world’s ultimate urban destinations. Modern and extravagant at first glance, it is full of sky-high, cutting-edge architecture, opulent shopping malls, some of the world’s finest luxury hotels and boasts a lively and diverse nightlife.

Look just below this shiny surface, though, and you’ll find the plentiful rich and historic culture that still resides here, especially among the labyrinthine alleys of the old city and in the traditional abra boats flitting their passengers across Dubai Creek.

A stopover in Dubai can be whatever you want it to be. You can spend your time here soaking up the sun on beautiful beaches, ascending to the dizzying heights of the Burj Khalifa, venturing out into the evocative landscapes of the Arabian Desert, shopping in state-of-the-art malls, browsing the wares for sale in fragrant old souks or relaxing at your hotel, just to name a few!

If the stopover is Dubai curated - guided, purposeful, full of discovery - then the Dubai Beach Stay is something altogether different. No itinerary. No agenda. Just warm sun, calm water, and the kind of unhurried days that feel like a reward in themselves.

Part of our Tour & Beach collection, the Dubai Beach Stay is designed to follow an escorted tour as the perfect counterpoint - swapping temples and marketplaces for a pristine stretch of coastline on the Arabian Gulf. After weeks of wonderful, purposeful travel, sometimes the best thing to do is absolutely nothing.

It's also available as a standalone add-on, so you can bolt a few blissful beach days onto any qualifying itinerary.