You don't have to stay at the Burj Al Arab to enjoy it (and let's face it, most can't given that rooms start at $1,000 per night). Gain entry by booking an Inside Burj Al Arab Tour (249 dirhams or ...

and inside awaits a buffet menu crafted by Al Iwan's – the hotel's Arabic restaurant – head chef Solayman Hasan and his team. It's always nice to drive over the bridge toward the Burj Al Arab ...