UAE lies on the south-eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south and west and Oman to the southeast, while Qatar lies to the northwest. The country’s total land area is about 83,600 square kilometers. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation consisting of seven Emirates located on the Arabian Gulf. The seven Emirates are: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras al-Khaimah, Umm al-Qawain, Ajman and Fujairah.

The climate of the UAE generally is hot and dry. The hottest months are July and August, when average maximum temperatures reach above 48° C (118° F) while the average minimum temperatures in January and February are between 10°C (50°F) and 14°C (57°F ) .

Oil is the major source of income for the UAE . The country's proven oil reserves make up about one-tenth of the world's total. In addition to petroleum and petroleum products, other industries have grown in importance, including aluminum production; food processing; and paint and clothes manufacturing. Export crops include seafood, strawberries and vegetables. In recent years, there has been a huge increase in the number of tourists who visit the UAE. Visitors are attracted by award winning hotels, sports facilities, extensive beaches and a mild winter climate.

As Neighboring Dubai, is considered the country’s commercial capital, hosting numerous blue chip companies that have set up their regional headquarters there over the years. Sharjah is acknowledged as the country’s cultural capital with its numerous museums and heritage sites; Ras Al Khaimah, on the other hand, is endowed with scenic coasts, mountains, archaeological sites and agricultural lands.