Once an industrial area in the centre of Dubai, Alserkal Avenue now comprises around 40 warehouses, converted into galleries, dance studios, artisanal cafes and more. The neighbourhood has nurtured a culture of creativity and is now one of the region’s leading art hubs. Since its humble beginnings as a standalone gallery in 2008, word caught on and similar concepts soon moved into the area. Popular spots include arthouse theatre Cinema Akil, the hipster-inspired Nightjar Coffee and Leila Heller Gallery.

Get a taste of an idyllic beachside lifestyle and make your way down to The Beach opposite JBR (Jumeirah Beach Residences) – a relaxed district with restaurants, hotels, lounges and a range of family-friendly entertainment. The bustling cosmopolitan area is like a sunny beach resort that anyone can access, with a contemporary Arabian touch. Easily accessible from anywhere in Dubai, visitors can enjoy the beach, sample a range of restaurants and marvel at the range of supercars on show.