10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING DUBAI
Today we are sharing 10 things to know before visiting Dubai - including when to visit Dubai, how to plan a trip to Dubai, Dubai vacation travel tips, how to visit Dubai on abudget and what to do in Dubai in 3 days.
Dubai is a wonderful place to explore in the UAE, full of luxury hotels, glorious shopping malls and endless desert.
1. Visit from October to April
Dubai has two seasons, hot and hotter. Visiting in the cooler months from October to April will offer you clear blue skies, pleasant heat and less humidity.
2. Plan and book in advance
Dubai is a popular destination so booking everything ahead of time is best. Plus, Emirates have some great cheap seats when you book 6 months ahead of travel and hotels offer great deals when booking in advance.
3. Stopover
Dubai is the perfect place to use as a stopover. There are lots of things to see and do for all types of travellers, we will get on to that later, but Dubai is a great place to stopover when travelling from Europe or America to Asia. Book flights on the Emirates website to save money on the extra flight and hotel room.
4. Dress modestly
When packing for your trip, make sure you pack layers and reconsider those short skirts or crop tops. Aim to cover up to your knees and shoulders when possible out of respect for the local culture.
5. Tipping
Another thing to consider before your trip to Dubai is tipping. Tipping isn’t expected but some restaurants will add it to the bill.
6. Use the taxis
Taxis in Dubai are great, affordable and easy to come by. We recommend using them whenever you can - you can even book taxis on the RTA Smart Taxi app. However, avoid just handing over the address of your destination, try to find out landmarks nearby as the drivers don’t always know every street in the city.
7. Being respectful
Something important to remember whilst visiting Dubai is to be respectful to the local culture. We have talked about dressing appropriately but also remember to avoid showing public displays of affection when around Dubai.
8. Food and drink
When planing your evenings, it is worth doing a bit of research before your visit. There are many fine dining options around the city as well as budget friendly ethnic eats too. Western styled bars are available with decent pints and there are many hotels and restaurants offering buffet styled meals too. However, alcohol is not readily available in supermarkets but can be purchased at licensed bars and restaurants which are often attached to hotels.
9. Weekends
Weekends in Dubai are Fridays and Saturdays, so consider this when planning your trip to the city. If you can, aim to visit Sunday to Thursday.
10. Things to do
Lastly, there are plenty of things to do in Dubai to keep you entertained. For those that love adventure, hire a driver to go dune bashing for a morning in the desert. Head to the top of the Burj Khalifa to experience spectacular views from the tallest building in the world. Shop till you drop in Dubai Mall, visit the souks or take a yellow boat tour around the coastline to learn a little more about the city whilst seeing the famous hotels.
Love theme parks? Head to one of the four major theme parks in Dubai, including the IMG Worlds of Adventure and Motiongate theme park.
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What is your favourite thing to do in Dubai?
@vice_santos
3 жыл бұрын
BEACHES
@AaronsVlogTube
3 жыл бұрын
Chai in karama
@Talula-Darling
2 жыл бұрын
Leave
@hera4462
2 жыл бұрын
@@Talula-Darling *L e a v e*
Going to Dubai for 7 days at just 18 for business trip, super hyped for this
@CreativeTravelGuide
3 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
Great video, love to travel as well, keep up the good work 😃😃😃
Just got back from Dubai yesterday, can't believe how much it's changed in the ten years since my last visit! My top ten tips would be 1. Don't bother with any public transport apart from taxis, they are everywhere and you can get anywhere in Dubai for £10-£15 2. Don't worry about the married couples/hotel room rules, if your not married, the major hotels get around that by putting the booking just into the mans name, they literally don't care as long as you behave. 3. If you like a drink on the balcony at the end of the day, take a bottle of whatever your tipple is in your case - you won't be able to buy booze in supermarkets. 4. Go to the desert - dune bashing is amazing. 5. Go up the Burj & the big wheel. 6. Don't drop litter or make a mess anywhere - Dubai is incredibly clean, there is no litter, it's not tolerated. 7. Visit the Souks, but go late in the day, midday is too hot 8. Knee length shorts & t-shirts are fine, unless your at a religious site, it's pretty relaxed 9. Respect the locals, be friendly and relaxed, shouting vulgar behaviour isn't tolerated. 10. Use the maps in the mall, it's huge, you can get lost for days...
@CreativeTravelGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your tips, these are great! We loved dune bashing during our stay and yes, you can definitely get lost in those malls! 😂
@vive335
Жыл бұрын
@@CreativeTravelGuide I want to travel to dubai. I’m a girl but I have very short hair that I look like a boy, will I be discriminated? I’ve have heard about others facing discrimination. I’m very worried about it.
@o.c.g.m9426
Жыл бұрын
@@vive335 As long as you respect the culture. Don't go to any country to act a fool or wear whatever you want where ever because your "todays woman". You should be fine. I always tell westerners UR NOT HOME so respect the culture & act like it. Happy travels 😊
Thank you for sharing very helpful I am planning to visit this summer.
@CreativeTravelGuide
3 жыл бұрын
Hope you have a wonderful time, Dubai is an incredible place to visit!
Going to Dubai in 2 weeks! First time traveling out of the country excited to see what it brings. July 1st-7th
@CreativeTravelGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Have a great time!!
Going in sept inshallah I can’t wait I heard so many good things ❤️
@imAuroraYt
Жыл бұрын
Even I’m going this September
@masroorkhan8106
Жыл бұрын
Me too
Going in October 2021. Thanks for sharing.
Loved this great tips and I just subscribed.
@CreativeTravelGuide
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@user-yx2wn4hx1f
3 жыл бұрын
لا تثق بكل شيء يو نسمع على وسائل الاعلام الاجتماعية، ومعظم الاشياء في هذا vid هو زائف (أنا أعيش في دبي وليس كل من صحيح فقط غونا أقول أن لول
@user-yx2wn4hx1f
3 жыл бұрын
English translation:Don't trust everything u hear on social media, most of the stuff in this vid is false (i live in dubai and not all of its true just gona say that lol)
@thefuture1978
3 жыл бұрын
@@user-yx2wn4hx1f can you tell us which is not true?
Going in June!!
@CreativeTravelGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Have an awesome time! We love Dubai!
i want to visit dubai someday.
@CreativeTravelGuide
3 жыл бұрын
We hope you get to!
UAE formally switched to Saturda-Sunday as a weekend. You might want to update your description/video as it's now not up to date.
What was the airline you used?
For when it’s hot out do you have to covers your knees and elbows and shoulders ?
@CreativeTravelGuide
3 жыл бұрын
Yes when visiting Dubai you do need to follow these expectations no matter what the weather.
@ayabaya3663
3 жыл бұрын
Depends where you are, but in Dubai it's usually accepted to show your knees and shoulders, everyone here wears what they want.
On Fridays and Saturdays are the shops closed ??
@angelinanajjar7262
Жыл бұрын
Nope
Should I buy the tickets in Dubai or online before for events
@CreativeTravelGuide
Жыл бұрын
It depends what events you are attending but you can buy tickets on the door for most attractions. For Dune Bashing, you can book tours online before arriving.
United Arab Emirates......UAE within, we thank you kindly
It's important to know all the tips before visiting Dubai.
Mom: we got 5 minutes left before bed time! We need to go on a flight to dubai! Me:
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Glad to know that tipping is not expected--
I want to go to sleep. Sounds like a doctor's office music
Can you now travel with your partner and stay in the hotel room without having any issues with the law
@CreativeTravelGuide
2 жыл бұрын
In western hotels it shouldn’t be a problem but just remember to be respectful and avoid PDA in public spaces
So you mean to tell me I can't kiss or hug my lady .......I understand it's in the bible to wheres if your not married it shouldn't be no touching or kissing until you get married but damn I didn't know you can go to jail just for kiss your girl if you are not married
@anighazaryan1125
Жыл бұрын
Aren't in Dubai Muslims so it would be Quran