www.womanthismonth.com 55 June 2013 | The Low-down: Water signs, this one’s for you. What began as a small fishing village, Cabo is one of the top tourist destinations. Filled with adventure and plenty of sun, it’s no wonder this city is the ultimate hotspot for vacationers all year round. This tropical hideaway is luxurious enough to spoil even the most seasoned traveller. Capturing the essence of the Baja Peninsula, this Mexican city is a mustvisit, especially between November and February. There are three districts in Cabo: San Jose del Cabo, where you can find the old world charm of Mexico spotted with resorts; Cabo San Lucas, the entertainment hub where the famous arch rests; and The Corridor, which is the highway that connects both towns now lined with condos and golf courses that hug the stunning coastline. X-Factor: By night, Cabo San Lucas is one of the hottest party towns in North America. The glittering nightlife and a plethora of dining options make the ‘main town’ an all-time favourite. It isn’t nicknamed Cabo San “Loco” without reason! If you’re out to party in this town, you’ll be caught saying, “I did what last night?!” very often! It’s crazy out here, so prepare to toss your inhibitions at home. That’s not all Cabo has to offer of course. It’s bustling with water sports aficionados. You name; it they’ve got it! Best For: Extravagant resorts like One & Only Palmilla. Expect luxury, privacy and service beyond your wildest imagination. Celebrities love this place. Good luck sneaking a photo here, the security is tight! Other A-list favourites here are Esperanza An Auberge Resort, Las Ventanas, ME by Melia Cabo and The Nowhere Bar. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico The Low-down: City vacations are no longer limited to London, New York, Paris and Milan. Hollywood has got a whiff of Middle Eastern luxury and its inmates are pouring in by the scores. With opulence in every corner, amazing beaches, shopping destinations and desert safaris all in the same city, Dubai is now topping the A-listers holiday spots. From a trading port to global gateway in 25 years, the Middle East metropolis of Dubai sprung up out of the desert sands. Once centred on the bustling Dubai Creek, from where old dhows still sail to Iran, the city now sprawls south towards the United Arab Emirates’ capital, Abu Dhabi. X-Factor: While oil revenues fuelled its early development, now trade and tourism power this city-state’s phenomenal growth rate. Travellers come for sun, sand, shopping and a touch of the exotic; and Dubai delivers. While it might not have the ancient sites of Cairo or Damascus, Dubai just gets on with making history as one of the fastest growing cities in the world. Forget the world’s tallest tower and its manmade islands; what the city really knows how to create are headlines. It has managed to turn itself into a must-see location. Dubai has its virtues. So if you find yourself with 24 hours (or more) in the city, you’ll have no shortage of things to do. Best For: Anyone who has visited Dubai before will have quoted, “It’s the perfect place for any one with disposable money.” People visit the ultramodern city for one reason — to splurge! Whether you are staying at Atlantis The Palm Hotel & Resort, Burj Al Arab or at Armani Hotel Dubai in the world’s tallest building, the way to make the most of your trip is by indulging in the luxury on offer. Dubai
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