The United Arab Emirates is quickly growing into one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It is home to some of the best holiday home accommodation and many holiday makers return there year after year and rent holiday villas. You can rent luxurious holiday villas and self catering holiday apartments in the United Arab Emirates.

A federation of seven states including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm al Qaiwain, the United Arab Emirates was established in the year 1971. Craggy mountains, sand dunes, sandy beaches, lush green parks, dusty villages, ancient houses, vibrant souks and modern shopping malls of the United Arab Emirates offers a kaleidoscope of varied offerings for a tourist. Dubai is a shopper’s paradise and it is a great shopping destination with an Array of products that are unrivalled.

Abu Dhabi is referred to as the Manhattan of the Middle East and is a modern city full of skyscrapers. It is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and connects the mainland with two bridges. It has many attractions like the Heritage Village, the beautiful Corniche or beach, the Al Hisn Fort, the Petroleum Exhibition, old souk or market, Breakwater Island, Sheik Zayed’s palace and the oldest part of the town, the Batin. It is also home to the White Fort called the Diwan Amiri. Abu Dhabi preserves many things from its past despite its modernization.

Al Ain, which is located sixty miles away from Abu Dhabi is an oasis and a caravan stop. It is rich with a huge fertile plain and picturesque scenery. Here there is a camel market, zoo and a museum that contains artefacts both old and new and some good examples of Mesopotamian pottery. A few kilometres away from Al Ain is a water spring called Ain Faidha. Archaeological sites can also be found near the Al Ain area. To the south of Al Ain is Hafit Mountain which contains ancient pottery, swords and tombs.

Dubai, hailed as the Pearl of the Arabian Gulf, is another must see sight in the UAE. It was a seafaring settlement and a natural harbor for the fishermen and dhow traders. Bur Dubai houses the world renowned Gold Souk and spice Souk. The Al Fahidi Fort and Dubai museum offer a glimpse back into the rich ancient past of the country. Dubai hosts the Dubai World Cup, the PGA Desert Classic Golf tournament and the Dubai Shopping Festival. The camel riding, sand skiing, four wheel desert safaris, Bedouin barbeques and dhow cruises make it a great place for tourists to visit.

The desert is a spectacular destination for the tourists. Sand skis, camel rides, four wheel drives amidst the majestic red dunes and stark mountains offer the ultimate desert experience. The oasis in the desert is a great place to stay and the journey through the desert also offers an opportunity of meeting the Bedu folk or the nomadic tribes who are very hospitable. Watching the camel races at dawn is a great way to spend the day.

Visit Ras-al- Khaimah and you will get spectacular views of the old sea port, the Hajar Mountains, Dhaid and Khatt oases and mineral springs. The visit to Ras-al-Khaimah also includes trips to Dibba, a natural harbor and Khor Kalba, one of the most popular shell beaches in the world. The Drabhaniya ruins present in the place is another interesting historical spot.

Dubai has made a real effort in recent years to promote itself as a luxury holiday destination. It has spent billions of dollars putting the infrastructure in place to position itself as one of the best holiday destinations in the world. As part of that process Dubai has built some of the most luxurious holiday villas and self catering holiday apartments to be found any where in the world.

The Dubai Property Market has never been stronger than it is at this moment and foreign investors are flocking to the shores of the emirate to take advantage of the real estate boom. Rapid development has characterized the cities and sandy beaches or desserts have been forced to give way to skyscrapers, artificial lakes and massive retail spaces. What’s more, the local government encourages this growth by maintaining a no personal, sales or corporate taxes policy. Such steps have had a tremendous impact on foreign investment and have allowed for a number of mega-projects to be staged in this glorious city. What’s more, Dubai’s rapid development has not resulted in city slums, poor building and a strained infrastructure. The economy has benefited in ways never before imagined from such mass investing and the standards of living here are higher than in most other parts of the world. It is facts like these – combined with the striking beauty of the ever-expanding facade of the city – that has earned the city the nickname Pearl of the Gulf.

In a geographical region with a reputation for political instability, Dubai has separated itself from issues that affect surrounding emirates and has instead established itself as a holiday home haven, a regional hub for finance and trade, a notable tourism destination and even a center for technology. All these factors continue to influence the ever-growing property market and as a result, the market is set to continue to blossom for at least the next decade. What’s more, the government has recognized the positive impact of foreign investment on the local market and is taking steps to abolish protective property laws so that this investment can continue to take place with less hassle. While certain aspects of property ownership and residency rights for foreign investors still need to be firmly established, the liberal attitude towards property laws in Dubai not only encourage investment but, in some cases, serve to be most profitable for the investors.

The immense growth and rate of investment can perhaps be best seen in several of the mega-projects, which have put Dubai on the architectural map. These include The World Dubai, the Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai Marina and a number of Arabian Ranches. The World is an impressive cluster of some 300 private, man-made islands. The islands are shaped into the various continents of the world and are surrounded by a breakwater. The total collection of islands covers an area of roughly 9 kilometers in length and 6 kilometers in width. Reachable only by marine or air transport, the World offers an opportunity for investors to own their own little island picturesque and private. Investors are already clamoring to gain their hands on one of these islands even though the project is not yet complete.

The Palm Jumeirah is similar in that it is an artificial landmass that stretches out into the sea. It is shaped like a palm tree and is one of a set of three mega-projects, which line the coast of the city. Unlike The World, the Palm Jumeirah serves as an island resort – not a residential area. The other two islands are under construction and will be completed soon. The Dubai Marina is also entirely man-made and is set to become the largest man-made marina in the world. The Marina has been created as a sort of city in a city where people can all the exclusive comforts of living in a world-class city. Upon completion it will have more than 200 high-rise buildings and cover an area of 50 million square feet. If the idea of living on the shores of this mega city does not appeal to you, then you may wish to turn your attention inland. The Arabian Ranches are set in the midst of a fast-changing dessert, just a few minutes outside of Dubai. A great place to relax and get away from the pace of the city, the Arabian Ranches feature an impressive golf club, an equestrian center, a polo club, a village center and an English-speaking school – to mention just a few.

As foreign and local investors continue to empower developers in this fast-changing country, Dubai continues to maintain its place as a property haven. Desserts are being converted to oases and sandy dunes to mega resort complexes or sparkling marinas. Dubai is truly a testament to the ingenuity of man and the desire to see ourselves living in a picture-perfect world. Get your little piece of paradise now by investing in the Dubai property market.