Are you going to tour Dubai and don’t know where to start planning your trip? In this post you will find 5 things you need to know about the destination before packing your bags. With these valuable tips you will know exactly what you need to travel to Dubai.
Dubai is the dream destination of many Americans. The famous city of superlatives is a true amusement park: there you will find the world’s tallest building (Burj Khalifa), the world’s only 7-star hotel (Burj Al Arab), the biggest water park, the biggest shopping mall, among other records.
But at the same time that this destination fascinates everyone, many questions arise in the minds of travelers.
I decided to gather some doubts here to help you in planning your trip to Dubai.
1. When is the best time to tour Dubai?
The best time to visit Dubai is, without a doubt, during the winter. Between the months of November and March, the weather is more pleasant and you can stroll through the streets of cosmopolitan Dubai both during the day and at night. On the other hand, temperatures reach absurd levels during the summer. Even the inhabitants themselves avoid going outdoors and the city is in a kind of hibernation, but protecting itself from the heat. Also, don’t forget to check the Islamic calendar, as it can get in the way of your trip. On Islamic holidays such as Ramadan, there is not much to do in the city. These holidays can also affect the operation of public transport. So plan ahead so that your trip doesn’t fall during one of these holidays.
2. Do I need a visa to tour Dubai?
The good news for Americans who intend to travel to Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, is that it is not necessary to have a visa to enter the country. However, before scheduling your trip, make sure your passport will be valid on the scheduled date.
3. Do I need to hire an agency to close my trip to Dubai?
Having an agency to close the entire trip for you is always very comfortable, so you won’t have to worry about putting together an itinerary and worrying about the documents to take with you. But if you, like me, enjoy spending hours researching to put together every detail of your itinerary, you can rest assured that Dubai is the type of destination that is easy to discover on your own.
4. What is the currency of Dubai and where to exchange it?
You can choose to take some of your money in dollars, as it is accepted in most stores, and exchange a small amount to have on hand before visiting the souks. Finally, the credit card is an option that should be well evaluated before using it. This is because every international purchase is subject to IOF, a federal tax on this type of purchase. Therefore, be careful not to get scared with your next card bill.
5. Do I need to tip?
Tipping is not something expected in Dubai, but it is quite common. Restaurants usually already include the tip in their bill, as is customary here in our country. On the other hand, taxi drivers don’t expect you to tip them, but rounding up the fare is a very nice and appreciated gesture.
Did you find this post useful? Are you now ready to prepare your holidays to Dubai?
