No.1 bestselling book and map publisher in the UAE
300,000 products sold in 2007. 175,000 Dubai Explorers sold to date.

No.1 for accuracy
We are known and trusted for our methodical research and attention to detail, ensuring all our information is as accurate and up-to-date as possible.

No.1 for exposure
Our books are annual publications and are constantly referred to, giving your brand long-term exposure, plus we only take one sponsor per product, ensuring you exclusivity.

No.1 on Amazon
We have the top selling guides for the Middle East on Amazon. When searching for ‘Dubai’ in books on Amazon.co.uk the Dubai Explorer is the 1st listed result.

No.1 for expats
Each of our guides is read by two to three people meaning that we reach approx 75,000 affluent expats each year.

No.1 for distribution
Over 450 retail outlets across the UAE giving you brand presence in non-traditional outlets, plus Internationl distribution in over 20 countries worldwide.


We believe that sponsorship comprises much more than simply a sum of money in return for advertising exposure. A sponsorship deal is a partnership that is mutually beneficial to both parties.

Our ideal sponsor would share our vision and company ethos – to provide quality products for an intelligent market. Therefore we want a sponsor with a strong image in the market, in order to enhance Explorer’s credible reputation with our readers aswell as promote a brand to them that we can justifiably be proud to associate our name with.

Similarly, we know that Explorer Publishing’s respect in the market will strengthen the image of your organisation, as well as provide unbeatable exposure to thousands of valuable customers.


Explorer Publishing produces an impressive range of successful, best-selling titles which retail both locally as well as internationally. Our brand is well known in the market for reliable, well-researched reference guides along with stunning photography books.

Explorer Branding has a strong initial impact in the market as people instantly recognise and respect the titles, styles and the look of our books.

As the main sponsor of the guide we will also ensure that all PR and Marketing that we do to launch the new edition in the media recognises you as our sponsor.

Additionally, as you become part of the Explorer Series, the exposure of your brand will be endless. Sponsorship offers the perfect opportunity to reach your audience in non-traditional outlets for your brand, and has the added benefit of providing multiple Opportunities to See, as our books are constantly referred to and are annual publications that are kept on the bookshelf, rather than ending up in the bin like so many weekly and monthly titles.

Our strong product marketing will provide maximum exposure for your brand, be it exposure on our website, editorial promotions in the local and international press, in-store promotions and various forms of advertising media.

For more info contact the Advertising Sales Department on +971 4 340 8805 or email media@explorerpublishing.com