• Dubai's jewel, the Burj al Arab
    Dubai,  Luxury Travel,  Middle East,  UAE

    Burj al Arab // Inside Dubai’s jewel of the desert

    Burj al Arab, one of the most iconic hotels in the world. Known as a seven-star luxury retreat where only the rich and famous can stay. Where Agassi and Federer played a game of tennis on the rooftop helipad. And where there is more security at the gate than at Fort Knox. But did you know normal people, like me, can still get access? Burj al Arab sits on an artificial island 280 metres from Jumeirah Beach. It is connected to the mainland by a private curved bridge. There is heavy security on the bridge, and you must have a room or dining reservation to be able to enter. All…