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Dubai Aquarium at Dubai Mall. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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At 321 metres, the Burj Al Arab in Dubai is one of the world's tallest hotels. AFP
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For the thrill-seeking tourist, Ras Al Khaimah is home to the world's longest zip-line, at Toroverde Adventure Park on Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest peak. RAK Tourism
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For sheer spectacle, Dubai is home to many of the Middle East's tallest buildings. Reem Mohammed / The National
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A view of Khor Fakkan at sunset. Antonie Robertson / The National
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Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, the UAE's highest peak. Photo: RAK Tourism Authority
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Dubai Mall, a draw for millions of tourists where shopping becomes spectacle. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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A visit to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi with its many themed attractions can involve Yas Waterworld. Yas Island
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Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island brings big screen themes to life for visitors. Reem Mohammed / The National
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Abu Dhabi is rich in natural heritage. Kayakers at the Eastern Mangroves area. Victor Besa / The National
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, the largest place of worship in the UAE and a symbol that demonstrates the diversity of the Islamic world. Ryan Carter / The National
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Dubai Parks and Resorts' Motiongate offers family fun. Photo: Dubai Parks and Resorts
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Legoland Water Park, one of several parks at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Photo: Dubai Parks and Resorts
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Caesars Bluewaters Dubai island resort. Photo: Caesars Bluewaters Dubai
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Louvre Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island. Victor Besa / The National
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Dubai Creek predates the modern city but grew with and is a tourist destination in its own right. Reem Mohammed / The National
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Kite Beach at Umm Suqeim in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
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A cityscape from the observation deck of The View at The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai AP
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Dubai Aquarium at Dubai Mall. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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At 321 metres, the Burj Al Arab in Dubai is one of the world's tallest hotels. AFP
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For the thrill-seeking tourist, Ras Al Khaimah is home to the world's longest zip-line, at Toroverde Adventure Park on Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest peak. RAK Tourism
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For sheer spectacle, Dubai is home to many of the Middle East's tallest buildings. Reem Mohammed / The National
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A view of Khor Fakkan at sunset. Antonie Robertson / The National
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Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, the UAE's highest peak. Photo: RAK Tourism Authority
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Dubai Mall, a draw for millions of tourists where shopping becomes spectacle. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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A visit to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi with its many themed attractions can involve Yas Waterworld. Yas Island
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Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island brings big screen themes to life for visitors. Reem Mohammed / The National
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Abu Dhabi is rich in natural heritage. Kayakers at the Eastern Mangroves area. Victor Besa / The National
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, the largest place of worship in the UAE and a symbol that demonstrates the diversity of the Islamic world. Ryan Carter / The National
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Dubai Parks and Resorts' Motiongate offers family fun. Photo: Dubai Parks and Resorts
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Legoland Water Park, one of several parks at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Photo: Dubai Parks and Resorts
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Caesars Bluewaters Dubai island resort. Photo: Caesars Bluewaters Dubai
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Louvre Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island. Victor Besa / The National
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Dubai Creek predates the modern city but grew with and is a tourist destination in its own right. Reem Mohammed / The National
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Kite Beach at Umm Suqeim in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
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A cityscape from the observation deck of The View at The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai AP
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Dubai Aquarium at Dubai Mall. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE retail and hospitality leaders anticipate boom after weekend change takes effect
Malls, theme parks and hotels look forward to much of the country shifting to a shorter working week
Himaya Quasem
Gillian Duncan
31 December, 2021
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