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 The Ruling Family |
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| The Supreme Council of the UAE comprising of hereditary rulers of the seven emirates is the highest... |
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| History |
 Dubai’s history could make a script for a Hollywood movie pale into insignificance. Before its massive transformation post oil-strike in the 60’s, its past paints an intriguing story of pearl divers... |
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| Culture |
 Dubai is well-known as the gateway between the East and the West infusing modernity and style with the traditional Arabic hospitality. Here you can take your pick from the world’s richest horse race and traditional sport of falconry... |
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 A street smart guide to Dubai |
| As you leave the Dubai International Airport, you will travel down the airport road. The high-profile companies lining either side of the route will tell you this is a bustling metropolis... |
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| Desert Park |
| Impossible to believe, yet true The place in question is the prestigious Arabian Wildlife Centre of the Sharjah Desert Park, 28 kilometres from the city of Sharjah, and it is considered "the only one of its kind in the world"... |
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 Dubai - Useful Info |
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Local Time
The UAE is 4 hours ahead of GMT. |
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Language
Arabic is the official language. However English also widely spoken. |
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Climate
Sub tropical, arid climate, Sunshine and blue skies most of the year. Infrequent rainfall can be expected during the winter. Temperatures range from a low of about 10.5C/50 F to a high of 48C/118 F.Click here for more on the weather. |
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Currency
The currency is the Arab Emirates Dirham (also called the UAE Dirham and abbreviated as AED) and this is divided into100 fils. The Dirham (Dh) is held constant against the US Dollar at approximately US$=Dh 3.67. |
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Banks & Credit Cards
Banks operate from 8 am to 1pm, Saturday through Wednesday and 8 am - noon on Thursday. Currency exchange houses open until late in the evening. International credit cards are widely accepted. |
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Communications
International telephone services are excellent - one of the best in the Middle East. Calls can be made from public telephone booths with a phone card. |
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Security
Dubai is considered to be a safe haven for tourists. However if you are in a spot of bother...
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Transportation
Public transportation systems are available on round the clock.
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Car Hire
Self-drive cars are widely available and the rental company will arrange for temporary driving licences for visitors. |
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Clothing
Lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, although it can get cool during winter evenings. Swimwear is acceptable on the beach and at the swimming pool. Bring sunglasses and a hat. |
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Medical Care
The UAE has excellent health facilities with both government and private clinics and hospitals. |
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Photography
Normal photography is acceptable, but photographing Muslim women is likely to cause offence. |
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Customs
Duty free allowances : 2,000 cigarettes; 400 cigars; 2 kg tobacco; alcohol (non-Muslim adults only)-2 litres of spirits and 2 litres of wine; perfume - a reasonable amount. |
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Smoking & using Drugs
Smoking is banned in public places. Heavy penalities including imprisonment for possession of narcotic drugs. |
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Electricity
The electricity supply is 220/240 volts. US made appliances may need a transformer. |
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| Dubai Travel Info |
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| Popular Tours in Dubai |
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