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United Arab Emirates Travel Tips

TRAVEL BASICS

Visa & Entry Requirements

Citizens of many nations are able to visit the United Arab Emirates with minimal visa..

Health & Safety

The United Arab Emirates is considered to be a safe area to travel in. Although there are..

Currency

The currency in the United Arab Emirates is the dirham (AED, or it’s local abbreviation..

Weather & Climate

The climate in the United Arab Emirates is generally hot and dry. Summer temperatures..

Culture & Customs

The people of the United Arab Emirates are proud, but friendly, warm and welcoming to..

Language & Communications

Although the official language of the UAE is Arabic, the population of the country is so..

Transport & Getting Around

There are two main international airports in the United Arab Emirates at Dubai and Abu..

Travel Tips

Western visitors are advised to remember that they are guests in a Muslim county and to..

Food & Eating Guide

A wide variety of international cuisines can be found in the UAE and eating out can be..

Timezone & Electricity

The United Arab Emirates has a single time zone and is four hours ahead of Greenwich Mean..

Dutyfree

The following items are allowed to be imported by visitors without paying duty: • 400..

Travel Tips

Western visitors are advised to remember that they are guests in a Muslim county and to make the effort to learn and respect the laws, customs and culture of the locals. Although holy days and the annual festival of Ramadan can offer a rare glimpse into Muslim culture and tradition, visitors should take into account the laws and customs observed during these times.

The UAE’s attitude towards narcotics and banned pharmaceuticals is zero tolerance, with extremely harsh penalties for offenders. Do not drink and drive in the UAE as offenders will usually end up in jail. All forms of pornographic materials are also banned.

Occasional dust storms can result in reduced air quality which may be problematic for people with respiratory difficulties.

Highlights of United Arab Emirates

Dubai Information

The major arrival point for anyone coming or stopping off in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai City is the super-modern..

Abu Dhabi Information

Ultra modern, wealthy and exotic, the sprawling capital of the United Arab Emirates is a feast for the senses. Around..

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