The term Emirates most commonly refers to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a country in Asia, and to the political concept of an emirate—any territory ruled by an emir. It is also widely associated with The Emirates Group, a Dubai-based holding company, and its flagship subsidiary, Emirates (airline), one of the world's largest carriers. Beyond aviation, the name appears across the UAE's landscape, including the luxury Emirates Palace hotel in Abu Dhabi, the iconic Emirates Towers complex in Dubai, and the Emirates Road (E 311) connecting Dubai to Ras al-Khaimah. In sports, it is famously linked to Emirates Stadium in London, home of Arsenal F.C., as well as the Emirates Cup tournament and Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg. Other notable uses include the Emirates Foundation (a charity), the Emirates Scout Association, the Emirates Hills gated community, and the Emirates Air Line cable car over the River Thames in London. Overall, the name "Emirates" spans a country, a major airline, and a wide array of buildings, sports venues, and organizations, reflecting its deep association with the UAE's global influence.