I made a two-night stopover in Dubai, drawn by the opportunity to play a round of golf on a spectacular course designed by Greg Norman and to experience the Arabian Desert firsthand. Beyond its glittering skyline, impressive architecture, and remarkable ambition, I was curious to discover the natural landscape that existed long before the city’s transformation. The contrast between Dubai’s modern luxury and the vast, quiet desert was fascinating. Golden sand dunes stretching toward the horizon offered a different perspective on this extraordinary place. Though my visit was brief, it provided a memorable glimpse of Dubai’s remarkable contrasts.
