The Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, Dubai's last word in opulent, excessive luxury, can. Since it opened its glass doors 25 years ago this week, the sail-shaped landmark has become so inextricably linked ...

Its curved glass façade – modeled after the sails ... You don't have to stay at the Burj Al Arab to enjoy it (and let's face it, most can't given that rooms start at $1,000 per night).