{"id":5392,"date":"2022-02-11T10:23:10","date_gmt":"2022-02-11T10:23:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/?p=5392"},"modified":"2022-02-25T09:31:22","modified_gmt":"2022-02-25T09:31:22","slug":"dubai-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/dubai-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-go\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai \u2013 What You Need to Know Before You Go"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

First off, your visit to Dubai<\/strong><\/a> should be an enjoyable one, and you\u2019ll want to relax, shop and enjoy everything this fantastic city has to offer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But It\u2019s important to remember that Dubai is not like a\nwestern destination, and there are a couple of rules to follow. That\u2019s why\nwe\u2019ve put together a few handy hints to prepare you for your trip and make your\ntime in Dubai worry-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please check the latest UK government and Dubai requirements<\/strong><\/a> for travel vaccinations, covid testing and face masks. Some airlines may maintain their own rules which could differ from official government guidelines, so please check your airline for details. The Emirates website provides the latest updates<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visa on arrival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a UK citizen, you won\u2019t need a visa in advance of your Dubai visit. You are simply provided with one on arrival, where your passport will be stamped, giving you 30 days to enjoy the city. This visa on arrival is free of charge, but just make sure you have two free pages in your passport for visa stamps, and at least 6 months remaining on your passport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clothing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You\u2019re certain to see people wearing all kinds of clothing in Dubai, but we recommend erring on the side of caution. When out and about<\/strong><\/a>, it\u2019s best to cover shoulders and upper arms (T-shirts are fine) and wear either trousers or skirts that fall below the knee. On the beach, it\u2019s fine to wear swimsuits, but these should not be worn back to the hotel or in other public areas. Men are fine to wear knee-length shorts when out and about, but restaurants may require long trousers. Loose, lightweight clothing is advisable throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The legal age for alcohol is 21, and drinking is permitted in licensed hotels, bars and clubs. Being intoxicated in public is not allowed, and drinking in public areas is strictly prohibited. While you are allowed to drink on the plane, we would recommend keeping this to a minimum, as appearing drunk upon arrival could cause issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Public displays of affection are not the done thing in Dubai, and this includes holding hands, hugging and kissing. On the same subject, you might have heard that unmarried couples are not allowed to stay in the same hotel room. In reality, this is not a problem, especially in more established and upmarket tourist hotels<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For budding photographers, it is important to know that taking photos of people without their consent in not allowed in Dubai. For selfies, try to avoid capturing members of the public in the background. Also out of bounds are government buildings, military sites, courts, airports and aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best time to visit Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Most tourists prefer to visit between the months of November and April when lower temperatures make being outside more enjoyable, and the city plays host to a number of lively outdoors events such as concerts, shopping festivals and desert tours. This is also prime beach time, so don\u2019t forget to bring your swimsuit and tanning lotion when packing for Dubai holidays! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summers in Dubai are extremely hot, and routinely hit the mid-40s\nin August. That said, it\u2019s perfectly possible to enjoy the city at this time,\nsince everywhere indoors, including taxis and busses will be well\nair-conditioned (you might even need a jacket!). While beaches and the outdoors\nwill be too hot to enjoy, many hotels chill their pools in the summer months,\nmaking swimming possible outside of the hottest parts of the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another consideration is visiting during the month of Ramadan. During this month, fasting is observed from sunrise to sundown, so there will be more restaurants and bars closed than usual. Despite this, most established hotels<\/a> <\/strong>have food and drink readily available for tourists at all hours, so you shouldn\u2019t find the restrictions too much of an inconvenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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