According to a leading global adviser in tourism, real estate, and economic development, Dubai has been ranked first regionally and fifth worldwide in the World’s Best Cities report 2023.
With a combination of statistical performance and qualitative evaluations by locals and visitors, Resonance Consultancy ranks global cities, that is, those with a population over one million, in 24 areas grouped into six core categories: place, product, programming, prosperity, people, and promotion.
When it comes to weather, safety, landmarks, and outdoor activities, Dubai ranked number 1 in the place category. The president and CEO of Resonance Consultancy Chris Fair noted that Dubai has witnessed a “torrent of city-building” over the past 24 months. The report praised Dubai as an exotic combination of exceptional experiences, Arabian heritage and luxury shopping.
According to the report, Dubai is a city of superlatives: you can ride an elevator to the top of the world’s tallest building for a panoramic view and bet on horses in the world’s richest race.
Dubai landmarks and attractions featured in the report include Deep Dive Dubai, the world’s deepest swimming pool, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, Museum of the Future, Mohammed bin Rashid Library, Dubai Creek, The Palm, Ain Dubai, Cityland Mall, Aura Skypool. – The world’s first and highest 360-degree infinity pool among others. In the general ranking of all categories, the top 10 cities are London, Paris, New York, Tokyo, Dubai, Barcelona, Rome, Madrid, Singapore and Amsterdam.
Doha ranked 27 followed by Abu Dhabi. According to the prosperity index, Qatar’s capital ranked number one, while the UAE’s capital came in fifth. The world’s largest, tallest, and most expensive things are in Dubai, but Abu Dhabi is quietly focusing on heritage and cultural diversity. Artists and creators are invited for residencies and multiple-show dates, according to the report.
The Ukrainian capital was chosen as the “urban beacon of courage and resilience” due to the ongoing Russian attack on Ukraine. Furthermore, Moscow and Saint Petersburg were omitted from this year’s report. Last year, both cities finished in the Top 20.
The research was conducted on the rise of cities, key trends that are propelling their growth, and the factors that shape the perception of cities as desirable places to live, work, visit, and invest.
Source: Khaleej Times
