Plan your visit to Dubai

Table of Contents

Before you visit & useful information

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Is Dubai family friendly? 17 pros & negatives (by a local)

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What can get you arrested in Dubai? 19 surprising things

Tourist rules in Dubai you MUST know; 22 Do’s & Don’ts

Tourist rules in Dubai you MUST know; 22 Do’s & Don’ts

What is the time in Dubai? What time zone is Dubai?

What is the time in Dubai? What time zone is Dubai?

Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai

Where is Dubai? Plus 5 reasons to visit!

The REAL Dubai dress code for females + tips for men

The REAL Dubai dress code for females + tips for men

Drinking in Dubai

Is alcohol in Dubai illegal? Dubai’s Alcohol laws in 2024

Can you drink tap water in Dubai?

Can you drink tap water in Dubai?

Dubai for women; 6 HONEST things you need to know

Dubai for women; 6 HONEST things you need to know

Doha vs Dubai; differences between Dubai and Qatar

Doha vs Dubai; differences between Dubai and Qatar

Is Dubai a country or a city? 15 common misconceptions

Is Dubai a country or a city? 15 common misconceptions

Planning your trip, packing & advice

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Is Dubai family friendly? 17 pros & negatives (by a local)

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Everything to know about getting a sim card for Dubai

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Bed bugs in Dubai and does the city of luxury have them?

What currency is used in Dubai? Exchange rates, banks & more

What currency is used in Dubai? Exchange rates, banks & more

What plug do electrical outlets in Dubai use? Best adapter?

What plug do electrical outlets in Dubai use? Best adapter?

Things to do in Dubai, tours & activities

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Best horse racing Events in Dubai from a local

11 awesome things to do on Palm Jumeirah (by a local)

11 awesome things to do on Palm Jumeirah (by a local)

11 alternatives to Burj Khalifa At The Top with great views

11 alternatives to Burj Khalifa At The Top with great views

11 awesome things to do in Dubai Marina

11 awesome things to do in Dubai Marina

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The TRUTH about visiting Butterfly Garden in Dubai

Ultimate 137 best things to do in Dubai list

Ultimate 137 best things to do in Dubai list

Burj Khalifa At The Top observation deck

Burj Khalifa Dubai ticket prices; Best option & time

Where can I dive in UAE? 13 Best Scuba Diving sites

Where can I dive in UAE? 13 Best Scuba Diving sites

Best malls in Dubai for a shopping spree by a local

Best malls in Dubai for a shopping spree by a local

dubai fountain show times

Dubai Fountain show times & how to AVOID the crowds

emirates mall, mall of the emirates

29 things to do in Mall of Emirates & unique shops

Hop On, Hop Off Dubai: Best Tourist Buses in Dubai guide

Hop On, Hop Off Dubai: Best Tourist Buses in Dubai guide

Dubai Jetski hire guide; Plus 5 best jet ski tours in

Dubai Jetski hire guide; Plus 5 best jet ski tours in

Guide to all 4 water parks in Dubai from a local

Guide to all 4 water parks in Dubai from a local

Dubai skyline at sunset

The Wonders of Dubai: 11 things you can find only in Dubai

Camels racing at the Dubai Camel Race Tracik with the Dubai skyline in the background

The ultimate guide to camel racing in Dubai

10 unique things to do in Dubai for adventure seekers

10 unique things to do in Dubai for adventure seekers

Maximise ALL the fun at Kite Beach in Dubai with our guide

Maximise ALL the fun at Kite Beach in Dubai with our guide

Everything you need to know about buying Gold in Dubai

Everything you need to know about buying Gold in Dubai

Meena Bazaar Dubai; Best shops & things to do

Meena Bazaar Dubai; Best shops & things to do

hatta lake

Ultimate list of breathtaking lakes Dubai & how to get there

Ceilings of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul Turkey

Guide to visiting a mosque for the first time

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5 cool things to do in the hot Dubai summer

Dubai Itineraries

View over Palm Jumeirah in Dubai with Atlantis

Absolute BEST Dubai 3 Day Itinerary by local

24 hours in Dubai; two fabulous options for a layover

24 hours in Dubai; two fabulous options for a layover

48 hours in Dubai itinerary; maximise time by a local

48 hours in Dubai itinerary; maximise time by a local

Abu Dhabi night skyline across the water

How to spend the best 48 hours in Abu Dhabi

Dubai climate & weather

Dubai Weather in January: 7 things to know & expect

Dubai Weather in January: 7 things to know & expect

Dubai weather in December: 7 things to know & expect

Dubai weather in December: 7 things to know & expect

Dubai weather in November: 7 things to know & expect

Dubai weather in November: 7 things to know & expect

Weather in Dubai October: 7 things to know & expect

Weather in Dubai October: 7 things to know & expect

Is Dubai dusty and what is Dubai air quality really like?

Is Dubai dusty and what is Dubai air quality really like?

The climate of Dubai? Sunny paradise or hotter than Hades

The climate of Dubai? Sunny paradise or hotter than Hades

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5 cool things to do in the hot Dubai summer

Dubai flights, airport & saving money on flights

11 Best Hotels near Dubai Airport & Dubai Creek

11 Best Hotels near Dubai Airport & Dubai Creek

How to save money on Emirates flights & travel from Dubai

How to save money on Emirates flights & travel from Dubai

emirates vs etihad

Etihad vs Emirates; which airline is best for you?

Guides to Dubai’s hotels

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How to choose a hotel in Dubai for the BEST holiday

View of Burj Khalifa from Burj Lake with a pure blue sky

How many floors is Burj Khalifa? Facts about Burj Khalifa

15 Best luxury hotels in Dubai for couples

15 Best luxury hotels in Dubai for couples

View across Dubai with Burj Al Arab at the front

Best area to stay in Dubai & 41 area guide from a local

11 Best Hotels near Dubai Airport & Dubai Creek

11 Best Hotels near Dubai Airport & Dubai Creek

15 Best 4 Star Hotels in Dubai; luxury with less cost

15 Best 4 Star Hotels in Dubai; luxury with less cost

View across Dubai with Burj Al Arab at the front

Burj Al Arab Facts; 13 of the most popular questions

ALL 9 Burj Al Arab restaurants with dinner prices

ALL 9 Burj Al Arab restaurants with dinner prices

The absolute best 10 Hotels on Palm Jumeirah Dubai

The absolute best 10 Hotels on Palm Jumeirah Dubai

19 of the best hotels near Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall

19 of the best hotels near Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall

Dubai transport & getting around Dubai

Dubai Mall free parking time and NEW parking costs

Dubai Mall free parking time and NEW parking costs

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Dubai to Oman Bus; the cheapest way to Muscat

The Ultimate Dubai public transport guide

The Ultimate Dubai public transport guide

White Domes of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

Dubai to Abu Dhabi by bus: Cheapest way from a local

emirates vs etihad

Etihad vs Emirates; which airline is best for you?

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The Ultimate Dubai visa run guide; Car, bus or plane?

Hop On, Hop Off Dubai: Best Tourist Buses in Dubai guide

Hop On, Hop Off Dubai: Best Tourist Buses in Dubai guide

Dubai Jetski hire guide; Plus 5 best jet ski tours in

Dubai Jetski hire guide; Plus 5 best jet ski tours in

Best restaurants & guides to dining out in Dubai

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Thanksgiving in Dubai; 11 restaurants to eat or order

Arabic sweets laid out in a dessert shop in Dubai

11 best Arabic sweets in Dubai you must try & where!

10 Best Outdoor Romantic Restaurants in Dubai

10 Best Outdoor Romantic Restaurants in Dubai

21 absolute best restaurants in Dubai with a view

21 absolute best restaurants in Dubai with a view

Bar tender making passion fruit cocktails on a bar, adding the final touches

11 best cocktail bars in Dubai for drinks or mocktails

Best Kunafa in Dubai; 9 of the absolute best places

Best Kunafa in Dubai; 9 of the absolute best places

Best healthy food restaurants in Dubai & best dishes

Best healthy food restaurants in Dubai & best dishes

Traditional saudi food served in a traditional Najd restaurant

11 absolute best mandi in Dubai restaurants

27 Best Cafes in Dubai for a great coffee every time

27 Best Cafes in Dubai for a great coffee every time

ALL 9 Burj Al Arab restaurants with dinner prices

ALL 9 Burj Al Arab restaurants with dinner prices

Traditional emirati breakfast served on a silver platter with karak tea

Traditional food of UAE; 11 Emirati dishes to try in Dubai!

11 best Kerala restaurants in Dubai with prices

11 best Kerala restaurants in Dubai with prices

10 BEST restaurants in Burj Khalifa & dinner ratings

10 BEST restaurants in Burj Khalifa & dinner ratings

9 Best Buffet Restaurants in Dubai with prices

9 Best Buffet Restaurants in Dubai with prices

17 Epic family and kid friendly restaurants in Dubai

17 Epic family and kid friendly restaurants in Dubai

15 best restaurants with Burj Khalifa views

15 best restaurants with Burj Khalifa views

ramadan iftar in dubai, gold decor, majlis

8 of the best Iftars and Iftar buffets in Dubai, including family and budget friendly

Dubai holidays & events

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Easter in Dubai: Sunday Roasts to Easter Egg Hunts

Ideas for dates and things to do for valentines in Dubai with a desert dinner on the left, a romantic candle lit dinner in the middle and a sunrise balloon ride on the right

11 luxury things to do for Valentine’s in Dubai

A close up of horses being paraded around the Parade Ring before the race at Meydan Racecourse with their numbers on

Best horse racing Events in Dubai from a local

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Best Dubai Christmas Eve dinners (for every budget)

11 of the BEST Christmas Markets & Events in Dubai

11 of the BEST Christmas Markets & Events in Dubai

Burj Khalifa red and grey fireworks firing out from the Burj Khalifa on New Year's in Dubai

Ultimate guide to New Year’s Eve in Dubai [2025]

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Thanksgiving in Dubai; 11 restaurants to eat or order

Dubai Halloween Drone Show; where to watch it?

Dubai Halloween Drone Show; where to watch it?

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Halloween in Dubai & 11 family friendly experiences

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Xmas in Dubai; What it’s REALLY like + 11 things to do

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Ramadan guide and Ramadan Dubai dates until 2025

Camels racing at the Dubai Camel Race Tracik with the Dubai skyline in the background

The ultimate guide to camel racing in Dubai

Spending Ramadan in Dubai, what you need to know!

Spending Ramadan in Dubai, what you need to know!

Ramadan, Eid Clothes & Outfit ideas for 2023

Ramadan, Eid Clothes & Outfit ideas for 2023

ramadan iftar in dubai, gold decor, majlis

8 of the best Iftars and Iftar buffets in Dubai, including family and budget friendly

Friday Khutbas in English in Dubai and online from UAE

Friday Khutbas in English in Dubai and online from UAE

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5 cool things to do in the hot Dubai summer

Other Emirates in the UAE

White Domes of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

Dubai to Abu Dhabi by bus: Cheapest way from a local

15 amazing short trips from Dubai to make the best memories

15 amazing short trips from Dubai to make the best memories

What is the UAE? What is it famous for? Your most wanted answers

What is the UAE? What is it famous for? Your most wanted answers

Abu Dhabi night skyline across the water

How to spend the best 48 hours in Abu Dhabi