迪拜因摩天大楼的浮华与魅力而举世闻名，但这座城市真正的心脏始终是迪拜湾。这处咸水河口湾是拜尼亚斯（Bani Yas）部落最初定居之处，这片水域是迪拜旧时的主要经济形式——珍珠采集及渔业的命脉。这片区域开设有迪拜博物馆（Dubai Museum）、辛达加博物馆（Shindagha Museum）、水滨文化遗产零售区Al Seef，还有巷道交织的黄金、香料及布料市集皆坐落此间。身处迪拜湾，乘坐传统阿拉伯水上的士横渡海湾是不容错过的体验。

In brilliant white the bride steps into the square before Rathaus town hall in a cascade of flowers and rice. Just across, a lively hip-hop show. The market stalls offer juices and sausages with mustard – scenes from the heart of the city, the Hauptplatz of Graz, cradled among magnificent buildings crowned by the town hall of Graz. It’s an impressive backdrop for the city’s colourful bustle and focal point for visitors and residents alike. From here you can reach all of the attractions of Graz in a jiffy.

A romantic picnic in the centre of the city? Where better than at the enchanting location of the Burggarten in Graz. This scenic park is, to all intents and purposes, a secret; who would expect to find such a romantic setting hidden away behind the regional government headquarters, above the Stadtpark? One particular highlight is the former orangery which, following careful and comprehensive renovation, now serves to host events and receptions of all kinds.