BEAUTIFUL DESTINATIONS

As the rising sun peaks over the urban giants of Dubai, pastel skies begin to surround the bustling city, signifying the start of a new day. The Burj Khalifa — the world's tallest building that's also known for numerous other groundbreaking feats — climbs further and further upward, eventually piercing the cloud cover above. The #BDTeam's @loganstrongarms shares how he was captivated by the sprawling skyline and the history behind it. "The city is incredibly innovative when it comes to technology and architecture, but understanding how deep its history, traditions, and cultural roots are is really the only way to understand how well rounded the city is." Travel tip: Once your feet are tired from a day of exploring this Middle Eastern metropolis, head to one of the city’s most lauded pockets of nature, Burj Park, located near the Burj Khalifa. This 30,000 square-meter island rests in Burj Lake and makes for the perfect picnic spot — or the perfect respite for whenever you feel like swapping a concrete jungle for a sea of greenery. Check out our story for more exciting locations in Dubai! (@visit.dubai