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Dubai Travel tips |
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Ten things YOU MUST know before taking your
Dubai vacation
Dubai has become a very popular tourist destination. There are
few things you must know before going there. These tips will
help you to get the best from your Dubai holiday.
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Best time to have holidays in Dubai |
Dubai has extreme weather conditions. Few months of the year are
extremely hot. The best time to visit Dubai is from November to
March. This is the “winter” period in Dubai. The temperature is
mild (average 20C). Visit Dubai weather page for more on this.
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Avoid Ramadan |
Ramadan is the fasting month of Muslims. Usually Ramadan falls
in October-November period. There is a daily fasting time, which
approximately starts around 5:00am and ends around 5:00pm. NO
ONE (including tourists) can eat, drink or even smoke in public
places during this time. I am sure you don’t want your Dubai
vacation during Ramadan.
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Visa requirements |
You may have to apply for a visit visa before visiting Dubai.
Citizens of few countries (first world countries such as USA,
UK, Australia etc) can get visa on arrival. Check with your
travel agent to confirm the visa requirement for your country
while booking your Dubai holiday .
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Liquor |
I am sure you will need this during your holidays in Dubai.
Visitors cannot buy liquor from liquor shops in Dubai. Only
residence who are holding a liquor license can buy them.
Visitors have to go to a bar in a hotel or to a nightclub to get
liquor.
Tip: Buy liquor from the Dubai Duty Free shop on arrival.
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Car rentals |
Taxi fare is expensive in Dubai. Rent a car is the best option.
Do it in advance. Visit Dubai car rentals page for more details
on Car rentals in Dubai.
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Driving |
Dubai is a left hand driven state.
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Accommodation options |
Dubai has a wide range of accommodation options. So do not spend
unnecessarily on accommodation and save that money to enjoy your
Dubai vacation. For an example, there are cheap but quality 2
start hotels in Dubai. If you are travelling with a big group
then renting an apartment is the cheapest option. Do not let
your travel agent to limit your options. Visit Dubai
accommodation page to learn more on various accommodation
options available in Dubai.
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Shopping tips |
Dubai is a paradise for shoppers. Shopping malls, gold and cheap
electronics will tempt you to buy even unwanted stuff. Have a
shopping budget and stick to it. Don’t let your Dubai holiday
hurt your pocket.
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Language |
You will have to speak to many people (specially Arabs) during
your holidays in Dubai. Arabic is the main language in Dubai.
Most of them can understand and speak English. But make sure
that you speak slowly for them to understand properly.
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Law |
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Dubai has become one of the safest places on earth because of
tough laws. Respect the law and their culture while enjoying
holidays in Dubai. |
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