See what the experts are saying about Dubai. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Calendar of events
For an exhaustive list of events beyond those listed here, check http://events.frommers.com, where you'll find a searchable, up-to-the-minute roster of what's happening in cities all over the world. January Dubai Marathon. The event inc... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane Dubai International Airport (www.dubaiairport.com) serves more than 110 airlines from 160 countries. It has two terminals, with most international flights scheduled out of Terminal 1 (a free shuttle connects the terminals). Emirat... Continue reading »
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Escorted & package tours
Packages for the Independent Traveler Emirates Airlines (tel. 800/777-3999; www.emirates.com) offers airfare and hotel packages to Dubai originating in North America or Europe. The Dubai-based airline also teams up with Arabian Adventures... Continue reading »
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Entry requirements & customs
Passports A passport is required for entry to the UAE. Visas Nationals of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States (as well as those of a number of other countries) do not require visas to vi... Continue reading »
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Getting around
By Car Driving is an economical way to travel in Dubai. If you're visiting from abroad and plan to rent a car, keep in mind that an international driver's license or a temporary Dubai license is required. Some rental car companies are able... Continue reading »
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Money
The monetary unit of the UAE is the dirham (designated as Dhs. or AED, which stands for Arab Emirate Dirham), which is divided into 100 fils. Bills come in the following denominations: 5 (brown note), 10 (green), 20 (light blue), 50 (purple),... Continue reading »
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Sustainable travel & ecotourism
Sustainable tourism is conscientious travel. It means being careful with the environments you explore, and respecting the communities you visit. Two overlapping components of sustainable travel are eco-tourism and ethical tourism. The Interna... Continue reading »
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Health & safety
General Availability of Healthcare Modern medical care and medicines are widely available in Dubai and the UAE's other principal cities, but may not be in outlying areas. Your hotel concierge or consulate is also a good place for a list of... Continue reading »
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Neighborhoods in brief
Bur Dubai -- On the western side of Dubai Creek lies Bur Dubai, which like Deira provides a window into the early days of the city. At the northern edge of Bur Dubai near Port Rashid, the Al Shindagha Tunnel connects Bur Dubai with Deira. Nea... Continue reading »
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Tips on accommodations
Dubai has one of the world's fastest-growing hotel scenes of any major world city. If the emirate's plans to become a global tourism hub continue to take hold -- and they probably will -- Dubai is expected to expand from roughly 6 million ann... Continue reading »
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Tips for families
Family lies at the core of Emirati culture, and children are welcomed just about everywhere. It's widely considered a very safe and friendly city for families. Most hotels offer kids activities and babysitting services. Many restaurants have... Continue reading »
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Tips for student travelers
Students holding ISIC, ITIC, or IYTC cards can often get discounts of up to 25% off published rates at Dubai hotels. Dubai also has one youth hostel in the Al Ghusais area at 39 Al-Nahda Rd. (tel. 4/298-8151), between Al Mulla Plaza and the A... Continue reading »
Dubai Travel Experiences
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Dubai, U.A.E - Hustle and Bustle in the Middle East
Exiting the arrivals hall of Dubai International Airport, Angela and I jumped in a taxi, wondering what the... Continue reading »
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The City of Cranes
What a contrast to go from a place with some of the poorest people in the world to one with some of the richest. Everything is clean and... Continue reading »
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Dubai
Well Dubai was an adventure. On the first day I did get a but of culture shock, the plane ride was very long and waiting around to be che... Continue reading »
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Dubai Christmas 2006
Nath and I decided to visit Dubai to get away from London's freezing tempatures over Christmas.. and we had an awsome time!It was so grea... Continue reading »
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Dubai
Well Dubai was an adventure. On the first day I did get a but of culture shock, the plane ride was very long and waiting around to be che... Continue reading »
Popular Dubai Hotels
- Al Manzil Hotel
- Residence Deira by Le Meridien
- Al Khaleej Holidays
- Dubai Panorama
- Ibis World Trade Centre Dubai
- Golden Sands Hotel Apartments
- InterContinental Dubai Festival City
- Golden Sands Hotel Apartments
- Hyatt Regency Dubai And Galleria
- Grand Moov Hotel
Popular Dubai Things to Do
- Boardwalk (The)
- ride a camel
- Ski Dubai
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Shopping
- Shopping.
- Desert Safari
- Jumeirah Mosque
- Camels
- Nordvision
