The place is notorious, and I think Dubai has a similar rep.
At least they've found someplace closer to home for "recreation", I got tired of seeing drunken Saudis and Iranians stumbling down the streets of Bangkok with their floozies in tow.
Yes it does. I've been there too. Dubai, Bahrain and Jounieh, Lebanon all seem to be vying for "Party Capitol" of the Middle East.
Dubai is awesome!