(CNN)  -- Glitzy Dubai lures globetrotters with its modern architectural wonders and a bounty of luxury shopping, dining and lodging. This United Arab Emirates metropolis boasts "sunshine, shopping, seaside, sports and safety" as key selling points on its tourism website. Caroline Faraj is CNN's chief operations director in Dubai and editor of CNN Arabic. Faraj, originally from Jordan, moved to Dubai in December 2001. We asked Faraj to share her tips for visiting this dynamic city: Where can you get the best view of the city? At Burj Khalifa, which is the tallest building in the world. The tower's observation deck, At The Top, is located on level 124.
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CNN's Caroline Faraj recommends a Dubai Creek tour to visitors
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Try the traditional salt-cured or sun-dried fish
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For a stunning view, go to the observation deck at the Burj Khalifa
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Have a short time there? Take a tour in an abra, a small crossing boat
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