Dubai definitely likes to show off its lavish side with displays of grandeur, beauty and opulence. And the spectacular Burj Al Arab Hotel embodies these superlatives. A welcome drink greets you upon arrival with time for photos before you set out on a guided tour through the hotel atrium to 25th floor, site of the luxurious Royal Suites designed for royals, dignitaries, and other esteemed visitors. Upon entering, you'll ooh and aah over the entry hall decked out in marble and gold, with a grand staircase leading to the suite's upper level. Then, feel like a royal yourself when you indulge in the decadent "Golden Cappuccino," the famous concoction made with Arabica beans blended with a generous portion of edible 24-carat gold and sprinkled with gold flakes. Later, you'll shop at the Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a modern-day bazaar with the feel of an old Arabian town.