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When going on vacation to the United Arab Emirates, many people think about where and how to spend their vacation. This article presents to your attention the top ways to spend time in Dubai, one of the most luxurious cities in the United Arab Emirates.
The United Arab Emirates is a wealthy country known for its luxury and exoticism. There is hardly a single person in the world who would not like to visit there. In this article, we will describe various interesting facts from the life of indigenous Arabs.
In this article, we will talk about one of the greatest Arab travelers of the 12th century, who can easily be called the “Arab Christopher Columbus.”
The official state language in the Emirates is Arabic. All documents are written in modern Arabic, negotiations are conducted and information is reported to local media.
All native residents of the United Arab Emirates approach their choice of clothing very modestly. The fact is that, first of all, this is connected with the Muslim faith, as well as with long-standing traditions. Absolutely every visiting tourist and immigrant must respect the culture of the UAE. Otherwise, you will face problems with the police. In this article, we will talk about the traditional clothing of the UAE residents.
We continue to analyze the topic of expenses when moving to Dubai. In the previous article, we talked about the necessary documents and rental housing.
Since the beginning of 2022, real estate prices in the UAE mega-cities doubled, and demand exceeded supply. In the UAE, federal and regional taxes may differ and it depends on the emirate. The choice between the free zone and the rest of the territory depends on nationality, the company’s physical presence in the UAE, profit margins, the presence of exports, and its nature. 
In this article, we will talk about people who live and work in the United Arab Emirates. About those with whom you will definitely have to talk on vacation because it is they who stand behind the reception desk in hotels, go to tourist buses and taxis, and conduct tours.
Minimal taxes, quick payback, 5% per annum yield, great infrastructure, and high level – everything you can get for your investments in the UAE hotel business.
Heritage Village
Heritage Village: Open History 15:06  |  14.07.23
For tourists, the Heritage Village in the district of Al Shindagha is very worth seeing because you can experience the tradition, construction, and history of Dubai. It is a museum village built-in 1997 by the government of Dubai. The village has been built as an Arab settlement with stone houses from the mountain and desert regions, Bedouinelten. The traditional wind tower houses must not be missing in Dubai. 
Dubai
As a tourist, you should definitely stick to the Dubai behavior rules so you do not find it unpleasant there. Which ones are to be described exactly here.
Dubai, a city of towering skyscrapers, luxury hotels, and glitzy shopping malls, is a place that has long fascinated people from all over the world. But what is it really like to live in Dubai?…
Tips in Dubai
Giving a tip in Dubai is no duty and every tourist should decide himself whether he wants to give this or not. In many restaurants in Dubai, however, it is customary that a service allowance of 15 percent in the bill is available. Here you do not need an additional tip. If this is not the case then you should give about 10 percent from the invoice price.
Dubai Cigarettes
As a tourist, you certainly want to smoke in Dubai and here you can find out whether you are allowed to do so and where you can buy cigarettes. By the way, this is only possible in certain places and you should know that.
Dubai
2021 will be leaving us soon. Should we remind you about the most interesting articles that have been published on our website? Here everyone will find something interesting about luxury and wonderful Dubai.
Biometric in Dubai Airport
If you are flying to the USA from Dubai International Airport, biometric boarding is possible. We will describe here exactly how this works.
Dubai VAT: The Dubai VAT is 5 Percent
Since January 1, 2018, the Dubai VAT of five percent has been introduced, which also has to be paid by tourists. Here you get useful information on what you need to know and which other taxes still have to be paid on site.
Electronics in Dubai
We will describe here once whether it is worth buying electronic goods in Dubai. You can definitely get a bargain. But certainly not everywhere you can imagine.
Dubai's "White Gold"
Dubai is a glittering world of luxury: Spectacular skyscrapers and oriental markets shape the cityscape of the Emirates on the Persian Gulf. However, things are anything but glamorous on a camel farm on the outskirts of the city. Over 4,000 camels deliver the milk for Dubai’s “white gold” there.
Fujairah
Fujairah is a small Arab principality in the east of the Arabian Peninsula, one of the seven emirates of the British protectorate of Treaty Oman.
Camels in the UAE
Dubai is the premier sports capital of the entire Middle East region. Here your attention will be provided with various types of competitions and international championships, golf, tennis, equestrian sports and car racing, ice skating, and scuba diving. The local climate and modern sports facilities make Dubai an ideal destination for sports enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts. The pride of the United Arab Emirates is camel racing.
How to dress in the UAE
Tourists often choose the place of recreation by the United Arab Emirates, but sometimes absolutely not interested in local customs and rules. But this eastern country is very religious and strict with those who do not comply with public norms of behavior and dress code.
Ramadan in the UAE
For the United Arab Emirates, the state religion is Islam. However, along with this, other religions are allowed. The Emirates is the most open state in the Arab world. It is here that citizens of many countries of Asia, America, and Western and Eastern Europe live and work. The country has a significant number of temples, churches, and other structures of various religions.
Bedouins
Azure sky, blue sea. In the honeycombs of white fences, rare and desirable, like a sip of spring water in the desert, spots of greenery – such are the United Arab Emirates from the window of a liner landing at Sharjah airport.
Alcohol and Arabs
Few people know that we owe the existence of strong alcoholic drinks to the Arabs. There is a version that the technology of distillation, which makes it possible to extract the “water of wine” from wine, was transferred to the Europeans through Spain by the Arabs. The Arabic words “alcohol”, “alambik”, “alchemy” have entered many European languages.
Bahur and Ud
Anyone who has ever been to the Emirates or another Gulf country knows firsthand about a real “Arab” scent. Arabs know a lot about good smells. A rich and dense sillage of the scent accompanies every indigenous inhabitant of the UAE.
Budget Entertainment in Dubai
Dubai is a city of contrasts. And only by embracing its past and present will you discover our emirate and experience its culture in its entirety. Someone comes to Dubai for just a couple of days, someone travels with family, and there are those who look for budget options for recreation. In any case, whatever the purpose of your trip, you will find entertainment and attractions in Dubai for which you will not have to overpay. Some of them will cost you just one dirham.
Al Fahidi
No pomp, no skyscrapers, and no traffic noise: if you visit the historic Al Fahidi district in the heart of Dubai, you will get to know the Arab metropolis from a completely different perspective. Narrow, winding streets, traditional wind towers, and low-rise mud houses dominate the image of the so-called Al Bastakiya.

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