The Burj Al Arab has long been an iconic part of the Dubai skyline. The sail-shaped building is everywhere, from snow globes to fridge magnets, and the only other burj (aka tower) that rivals its fame is the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.
Now the ultra-luxury hotel is set to close for the first time in more than a quarter of a century for an 18-month restoration project.
