Can Dubai's dry neighbour really make it as a holiday destination?

Can Dubai's dry neighbour really make it as a holiday destination?

One of the seven cities that make up the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sharjah shares a border with Dubai, but has enjoyed nowhere near the same attention as its world-famous neighbour. It is almost unheard of in British households.

But this could be about to change, with the emirate set to deliver a heady dose of art and culture that educated travellers may find hard to ignore in 2019 – despite being an alcohol-free zone.

Sharjah has the same Arabian coastline, climate, cuisine and customs as Dubai – minus the boozy brunches.

Some hotels in the city are even closer to Dubai International Airport than their Dubai counterparts, just 15 minutes from the border, and there’s no shortage of international...

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