United Arab Emirates (UAE) Travel Guide 🇦🇪
Everything a traveler should know before visiting the UAE — Dubai, Abu Dhabi, desert tours, transport, visas, budget & safety
🌤 Live Weather — Dubai
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Abu Dhabi
🌆 Largest City Dubai
💱 Currency UAE Dirham (AED)
🗣 Language Arabic (English widely spoken)
⏱ Time Zone GMT+4
🔌 Plug Type Type G — 230V
Famous for: Skyscrapers · Luxury malls · Desert safaris · Beaches · Cultural heritage · Theme parks
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa-free / Visa-on-arrival (many nationalities) E-Visa for others Passport valid 6+ months Hotel booking & return ticket required- Immigration checks may ask for proof of funds
- Travel insurance recommended
- Overstaying fines are strict
Rules vary by nationality — confirm before travel.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
☀️ Nov–Mar Best weather · outdoor sightseeing
🔥 May–Sep Very hot · indoor activities
💸 Jun–Aug Cheapest hotel deals
🎉 Dec–Jan Peak tourist season
Summer heat can cross 45°C — plan indoor activities.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — AED 220–350 / ₹5,000–₹8,000 / $60–95 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — AED 450–750 / ₹10,000–₹17,000 / $120–200 per day
- 👑 Luxury — AED 1,200+ / ₹27,000+ / $330+ per day
Desert safaris & attractions add to total cost.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Dubai Abu Dhabi Burj Khalifa Palm Jumeirah Ferrari World Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Dubai Marina🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Dubai Metro covers major areas
- Taxis & ride-hailing widely available
- Buses connect inter-emirate routes
- Car rentals common for road trips
Public transport is clean & well-regulated.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Main providers — Etisalat · Du
- Tourist SIM at airport counters
- 5G coverage in major cities
- Wi-Fi available in malls & cafés
Passport required for SIM purchase.
💵 Money & Payments
- Cards & contactless widely accepted
- Cash recommended for small shops
- ATMs everywhere
- Tipping optional
Service fees may apply at tourist restaurants.
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Shawarma
- Machboos
- Grilled kebabs
- Arabic sweets
- International cuisines
Street food is safe in regulated food courts.
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Dubai Shopping Festival
- UAE National Day
- Ramadan & Eid
- Dubai Expo / Global Village
🛡 Safety & Common Scams
- Very safe with strict laws
- Avoid public display of affection
- Do not photograph government sites
- Respect local dress code
Laws are enforced strictly — follow regulations at all times.
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Dress modestly in religious places
- No drinking in public
- Do not argue loudly
- Respect cultural norms
🎒 What to Pack
- Light clothing
- Sun hat & sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Power adapter
Carry modest wear for mosques & old towns.
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Hot desert climate
- Mild winters
- Very hot summers
- Humidity near coastline
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Burj Khalifa · Dubai Mall
- Day 2 — Desert Safari & Dune Bashing
- Day 3 — Marina · JBR · Palm
- Day 4 — Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque
- Day 5 — Theme park / beach day
🚨 Emergency Numbers
🚑 Ambulance 998
👮 Police 999
🔥 Fire 997
🧳 Tourist Help Tourist Police
❓ FAQs
Is UAE expensive?
Mid-range to luxury — activities increase cost.
Can I drink tap water?
Filtered water recommended.
Is English widely spoken?
Yes — especially in cities.
Is UAE safe?
Very safe — laws are strict.
🎟 Tours & Activities in UAE
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