Dubai's Man-made Islands: Everything You Need to Know
"An archipelago of some 260 small islands laid out like a world map that stalled after the 2008 financial crisis and faced erosion concerns, later partially revived by a themed development (Heart of Europe) that plans six high-end European-style islands due by 2026; visitors can already stay at a French Riviera–inspired hotel on one of the main islands featuring a beach, live entertainment and a climate-controlled street that can simulate rain and snow, reachable by about a 15-minute boat ride from the nearby palms." - Danielle Berman Danielle Berman Danielle Berman is a lifelong Jersey girl, travel journalist, and marketing professional in the hospitality and publishing space. Her work has appeared in publications like TripSavvy, Travel + Leisure, New York magazine, and Condé Nast Traveler. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
