Palm Jumeirah★★★★★
Atlantis The Royal
The dramatic new icon at the tip of the Palm: stacked sky-gardens, headline restaurants and the sky pool that seems to spill over the edge of the city.
- Sky pool
- Private beach
- Spa
- Fine dining
- Sea views
Why we love it
Dubai is a polished, ultra-luxury stopover, ideal en route to the Indian Ocean.
We shape the journey around the season, the right places to stay and the way you like to travel, pairing it beautifully with the Maldives or a safari where it suits.
the city, slowly
Best for
Ultra-luxury stopovers, winter sun
Best time
November to March
Style
Modern, polished, indulgent
Pair with
the Maldives or a safari
Atlas note
We tailor the routing, the stays and the pace entirely around you.
the city, slowly
The galleries, the tables and the quiet corners only locals know.
Where to stay
The hotels we recommend in Dubai.
A handful of stays we would book first, each arranged as part of a bespoke itinerary shaped around you.
Swipe to explore · the stays we would book first
Palm Jumeirah★★★★★
Atlantis The Palm
The original Palm resort and a brilliant base for families: its own waterpark and aquarium, a long private beach and rooms that look straight into the marine habitat.
- Waterpark
- Aquarium
- Private beach
- Pools
- Dining
Bluewaters Island★★★★★
Banyan Tree Dubai
A calm beachfront retreat on Bluewaters Island, in the shadow of Ain Dubai: spacious sea-view suites, a quiet stretch of sand and a serene Asian-inspired spa.
- Private beach
- Pools
- Spa
- Sea-view suites
- Dining
Madinat Jumeirah★★★★★
Jumeirah Al Naseem
A breezy beach resort within Madinat Jumeirah, looking across to the Burj Al Arab: a long sandy beach, easy access to the waterways and souk, and a relaxed family feel.
- Private beach
- Pools
- Waterways
- Spa
- Dining
The places
Where to go in the UAE.
The corners of the Emirates we know best, what to see in each, when to go and how we would shape the days. Swipe each card for more, and open the panels for the detail.
Swipe to explore · the places worth knowing
Dubai · the island playground
Palm Jumeirah
The famous palm-shaped island, ringed with beach resorts and white sand. This is Dubai at its most indulgent, with private beaches, headline restaurants and pools that run to the horizon.
Don't miss
- The crescent beaches
- One&Only The Palm
- Atlantis The Royal
- Aquaventure waterpark
- Beach-club days
- Sunset over the bay
Dubai · the city centre
Downtown Dubai
The beating heart of the modern city, gathered around the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall. Downtown pairs record-breaking views with some of the finest dining and shopping in the region.
Don't miss
- The Burj Khalifa
- The Dubai Fountain
- The Dubai Mall
- The Dubai Opera
- Rooftop dining
- The Armani Hotel
Dubai · the design island
Jumeirah Bay
A small, seahorse-shaped island given over to quiet, design-led luxury. Jumeirah Bay is where Dubai turns understated, with the Bulgari Resort, a private marina and a calmer pace by the water.
Don't miss
- The Bulgari Resort
- The Bulgari Yacht Club
- The private marina
- The beach and spa
- Waterfront dining
- Sea-view suites
Dubai · the dunes beyond the city
The Desert
The golden dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, a world away from the skyline. A desert resort escape brings dune drives, falconry and silent, star-filled nights under canvas.
Don't miss
- Al Maha resort
- A dune drive at dusk
- Falconry displays
- Camel treks
- Stargazing dinners
- The conservation reserve
Signature experiences
Once in a lifetime.
The rare days we open up across the Emirates, from the famous to the few-ever-see. Each one arranged privately, as part of your journey.
Swipe to explore · rare days out
The desert · under the stars
A private desert dinner with falconry
Your own camp among the dunes, a falconry display at golden hour and a table laid beneath the stars.
Dubai · from the air
A helicopter tour over the Palm
Lift off over the coast for the city laid out below, the Palm, the Burj and the World islands in a single sweep.
Dubai · on the water
A private yacht along the coast
Your own crewed yacht to take in the marina and the Palm from the water, anchoring for a swim and a long lunch.
Downtown · above the city
A private dinner high in the Burj Khalifa
A privately arranged table near the top of the world's tallest tower, the whole city glittering far below.
The desert · at first light
A dawn balloon over the dunes
A sunrise balloon flight over the conservation reserve, with oryx and gazelle moving below as the light comes up.
Abu Dhabi · with a private guide
A private day at the Louvre Abu Dhabi
An expert-led morning beneath Jean Nouvel's great dome, then the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque before the crowds.
Old Dubai · across the creek
A guided morning through old Dubai
An abra across the creek with a local historian, then the gold and spice souks and the lanes of Al Fahidi.
The coast · a day of calm
A private hammam and spa retreat
A reserved suite at one of the city's finest spas, a traditional hammam ritual and a quiet afternoon by the sea.
Things to do
What to do in Dubai.
The icons worth seeing, and the rare, one-off experiences we can quietly open up for you.
Not to be missed
- Up the Burj Khalifa
- A desert dune drive and dinner
- The gold and spice souks
- Beach-club and brunch days
Rare & remarkable · by private arrangement
Beyond the obvious.
The experiences we quietly open up for travellers who want something few others will ever have.
- A private yacht along the coast
- A helicopter tour over the Palm
- A private desert dinner with falconry
In frames
Dubai, in frames.
A few moments to set the mood. Click any image to view it larger.
Good to know
Dubai, answered.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
November to March. We will refine the timing around your dates, the weather and the wider journey.
Who is Dubai best suited to?
Ultra-luxury stopovers, winter sun. Tell us how you like to travel and we will tell you, honestly, whether it is the one.
Can Atlas&Co. arrange the full Dubai itinerary?
Yes. We shape the whole journey, including the stays, transfers, guides and the details, and can pair it beautifully with the Maldives or a safari.
shall we?
Every Dubai journey we plan is private and made to measure.
Tell us your dates and how you like to travel, and we will shape the stays, the routing and the details around you.