Here are some places you may want to visit if you have not already.
http://mentalfloss.com/article/62552/10-places-go-theyre-gone

Dubai

As Mel Brooks said, "It's good to be the king".

Dubai is always surprising me.  Massive buildings, magical gardens, tennis courts high in the sky, lions-tigers-and-bears-as-pets, the bat mobile, atm machines dispensing gold, humongous aquariums, odd automobiles and jetpack rides are only a few of the ingredients that are found in the this area.  Oil is one heck of an industry. http://news.distractify.com/fun/dubai-cha-ching/?v=1

Dubai

Zimride - share a ride to your next destination

There are times where the price between flying and driving brings about the thought of rideshare. Zimride swoops in to make this notion a valid option and does so in smooth fashion. Search and or post if you are either a driver or passenger and set your rates and or needs.

My next trip to San Francisco from Los Angeles may just include Zimride! http://zimride.com

I need to mention that flying Virgin America, is hard to beat though ;)

Zimride - share a ride to your next destination