Where to drive in the UAE
Road trips, mountain escapes and city cruises from Dubai and Abu Dhabi — with the right car for every route.
The Ultimate 7-Day UAE Road Trip Itinerary
A day-by-day one-car loop of the UAE — Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Liwa, Hatta, Jebel Jais and the east coast in a single unforgettable…
Abu Dhabi to Liwa: Into the Empty Quarter
Drive south from Abu Dhabi to Liwa and the edge of the Rub' al Khali — giant dunes, a desert resort and true silence.
Abu Dhabi to Sir Bani Yas Island: Wildlife & Wilderness
Drive west from Abu Dhabi to a private island wildlife reserve — free-roaming oryx, giraffes and cheetahs off the Arabian coast.
When to Drive in the UAE: A Season-by-Season Guide
How the UAE's seasons shape your road trips — from perfect winter driving to summer heat, Ramadan etiquette, fog and sandstorms.
Self-Drive Desert Safari from Dubai: Dunes Done Right
How to do your own desert safari near Dubai safely — why it is 4x4-only, where to go, and the golden rules of driving…
The Ultimate UAE Mountain-to-Coast Loop by Car
A one-day loop from Dubai through the Hajar Mountains to the Gulf of Oman coast at Fujairah and Khor Fakkan, and back.
Golden Hour: The Best Sunset Drives Around Dubai
Five city and desert routes around Dubai that turn golden hour into the best hour of your day behind the wheel.
Dubai to Abu Dhabi Road Trip: The Perfect Day Out
A relaxed day-trip guide from Dubai to Abu Dhabi — the Grand Mosque, Louvre, Corniche and Yas Island, plus the right car for the…
Dubai to Ajman & Umm Al Quwain: The Quiet Coast
A short, easy drive north of Dubai to two of the calmest emirates — old-UAE Corniches, mangroves and unhurried beaches.
Dubai to Al Ain: The Garden City & Jebel Hafeet Drive
A relaxed day trip from Dubai to Al Ain — UNESCO oases, forts, the zoo and the famous Jebel Hafeet mountain road.