What to do before you travel to Dubai?

What to do before you travel to Dubai?

Can I chew gum in Dubai?

No, you cannot even snack in your car or even chew gum in public. You can, however, eat in the comfort of your hotel room or restaurants where they have screened off the eating area for guests to eat without being noticed. Children and pregnant women are allowed to eat but it is best to use discretion to offend anyone.

Should you tip taxi in Dubai?

It's customary to tip cabs at 10% of the ride cost and, for guides, generally about 10 to 15% of the total cost of the tour, depending on the quality of the service.

Is 20 AED a good tip in Dubai?

Anything above 15 percent of the bill amount will be larger than necessary to pay in Dubai. Those receiving it might even look at you in surprise. A 10 or 20 AED tip is a good tip in most cases.

How strict is Dubai for tourists?

Dubai is heavily monitored, so violent crime directed at tourists is rare. Most tourist-directed crime in Dubai is likely to be petty stuff like pickpocketing, scams, or sexual harassment.

What are the 10 rules in Dubai?

Can you show your shoulders in Dubai?

There are a few basic rules tourists should look to observe: Aim to cover shoulders and knees. Avoid showing midriffs and cleavage. Avoid anything transparent or overly clingy.

Are swimsuits allowed in Dubai?

Yes! Bikinis are commonplace in Dubai on both public and private beaches. Just don't wear your bikini outside of your resort or on the street.

What money should I take to Dubai?

Although USD is widely accepted across all sectors in Dubai, it is best advisable to convert home currency into Dirham for the ease of travelling and saving money. For example Canadian Dollar is 2.81 AED and 0.76 USD. It would be useless to convert into USD ad the currency will have a lower value.

What should female tourists wear in Dubai?

Women can wear long dresses, tops, shirts, t-shirts, pants, hoodies, sweaters, and jeans. It's best to avoid wearing any sleeveless shirts, sleeveless dresses, mini-skirts, and short shorts. Most women wear smart jogging pants or gym pants and a hoodie for comfort.

Is tipping expected in Dubai?

Tipping in restaurants When dining at restaurants in Dubai, it is customary to tip between 10-15 percent of the bill as a gesture of appreciation for the service provided. However, just make sure you check the bill first, as some restaurants include a service charge.

Is 10 AED a good tip?

Tipping a few AED is more common with this service. Bellhops and valets: A service charge isn't included. Tipping AED 5 to 10 or more is advised, especially if the staff did more than the norm (i.e. carried heavy bags).

What is not allowed in Dubai?

Swearing and making rude gestures (including online) are considered obscene acts and offenders can be jailed or deported. Take particular care when dealing with the police and other officials. Public displays of affection are frowned upon, and there have been several arrests for kissing in public.

Can you wear shorts in Dubai?

Local families are often shopping at malls across Dubai so you're going to want to dress appropriately. You can wear shorts in Dubai and even skirts, if they are at knee length and not shorter than that. Just be mindful of the fact that there are a lot of families and children there.