Dubai or maldives?

Which would you choose for a holiday and why/have you any personal experience of either of these countries?
Answer
Maldives without a doubt. it is absolute heaven on earth out there... no huge crowds, barefoot luxury, beautiful beaches, clear blue crystal waters, fishes swimming around your feet as you paddle, outdoor showers, water bungalows with a private stairway into the sea... the people are graceful, friendly, happy and a pleasure to be around. the is lands are not over developed and the scenery is to take your breath away. we watched schools of dolphins swim past our water bungalow every night. the food was fresh and amazing and if you wanted to do some interesting shopping then jump on a boat and go visit a neighbouring island to buy locally made products. the big plus is that all of your money will be going towards a nation that needs it, than in the already fat pockets of the arabs.