DK Top 10 Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Soaring skyscrapers and sumptuous resorts; labyrinthine souks and monumental Mosques; sparkling seas and breathtaking desert - Dubai and Abu Dubai has it all. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Dubai and Abu Dhabi with absolute ease.

Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Dubai and Abu Dhabi into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best art galleries, resorts, places to eat, shops and excursions from Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

You'll discover:

- Nine easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week
- Detailed Top 10 lists of Dubai's must-sees, including detailed descriptions of the the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Museum, Dubai Creek, Al Fahidi, the Jumeirah Mosque, the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai's souks, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the Emirates Palace and in the deserts around Dubai and Abu Dhabi
- Dubai and Abu Dhabi's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, dining and sightseeing
- Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including children's attractions and things to do for free
- A laminated pull-out map of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, plus seven color area maps
- Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe
- A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move

DK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travelers to make the most of their vacations since 2002.

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In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs