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In Dubai, the standard of hotels is so high that most are actually very luxurious: huge rooms, superlative service and flawless décor are the norm. But a handful surpass even the loftiest expectations ...

(CNN) — The City of Gold is known for its all-out glitz and glamour — and with good reason: Dubai is bursting with five-star hotels that ooze opulence. With over 150 luxurious resorts located across ...