Curves of sand fringe the polished highway. In the dearth of life here, the austerity of the planet seems haunting. Ever-changing dunes move to the rhythm of the wind. Suddenly in my horizon is a settlement that rests in the valley of the desert dunes—the Arabian Nights Village—a resort in the middle of nowhere. I step down from the vehicle to enjoy the pre-booked half-day tour offered by the resort. The Arabian Nights Village was established in 2012 in the Empty Quarter desert or Rub’ al Khali, 123 kilometres away from Abu Dhabi city. Generosity and hospitality have always been the bedrock of Bedouin culture; imbibing that, the resort goes…