In Emergency
If you need to see a doctor during your stay in Dubai, there are two options: private or government. If you are happy with a government-run hospital, there is either Rashid Hospital... read more
Women
Women should face few, if any, problems while travelling in the UAE. One of the most annoying occurrences is the tendency of men of certain nationalities to stare unashamedly at women,...
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Dubai is an excellent place for children: safe, with good facilities, and a lot on offer to keep them amused. Hotels and shopping malls are well equipped, offering everything from... read more
People With Disabilities
In keeping with its philosophy of being ‘The City that Cares’, Dubai is starting to consider the needs of disabled visitors more seriously. Dubai International Airport is well equipped...
read more What To Wear
No matter how cosmopolitan Dubai becomes, there are still people outside the Middle East of the opinion that it is a conservative city where women have to cover their faces and wear long...
read more Photography
While it may lack the picturesque countryside of England or the quaint scenery of Europe, Dubai is still full of fascinating sights that you will want to capture with your camera.... read more
Crime & Safety
While the crime rate in Dubai is very low, a healthy degree of caution should still be exercised. Keep your valuables and travel documents locked in your hotel room or in the hotel safe....
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In an effort to better serve Dubai’s visitors, the Dubai Police has launched the Department for Tourist Security. It acts as a liaison between you and Dubai Police, although in general...
read more Lost & Stolen Property
To avoid a great deal of hassle if your personal documents go missing, make sure you keep one photocopy with friends or family back home and one copy in a secure place, such as a safe.... read more
