United Arab Emirates
Real-time questions and answers from travelers and expats in United Arab Emirates.
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Recently asked
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How hot is Abu Dhabi in September — is it too hot to visit with kids?
Abu Dhabi · General Tips · today
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Best hotels near Dubai Airport for a layover or overnight stay
Dubai · Housing & Rent · today
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How much does a private full-day guided city tour of Dubai cost?
Dubai · General Tips · today
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What medications to bring or buy at pharmacies in the UAE (Dibba area, Fujairah/Sharjah coast)?
General · Medical · today
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Which beach is better in Abu Dhabi — Saadiyat Island or the Marina area?
Abu Dhabi · General Tips · 1 day ago
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Are Balmain and Pierre Cardin stores in Dubai Mall authentic or selling replicas?
Dubai · Shopping · 1 day ago
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Can tourists buy Louis Vuitton perfume at Dubai Mall, or do they refuse sales to non-residents?
Dubai · Shopping · 1 day ago
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Where to find real clothing sales and discounts in Dubai?
Dubai · Shopping · 1 day ago
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How to buy Ferrari World Abu Dhabi tickets and get there from Fujairah if online card payment fails?
Dubai · General Tips · 1 day ago
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Are Moscow to Dubai flights on Aeroflot currently routing via Iran, and are they usually faster or more reliable than flydubai?
Dubai · Transport · 1 day ago
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Where to buy cheap souvenirs and Lattafa perfume in the UAE, and how to spot fakes?
General · Shopping · 1 day ago
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Do UAE beach resorts have kids' animation and entertainment programs?
General · General Tips · 1 day ago
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Are hotel pools in the UAE cooled in summer, and is the water comfortable for swimming?
General · General Tips · 1 day ago
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Is Fujairah cooler than Dubai in summer, and is the sea on the UAE east coast actually colder?
General · General Tips · 1 day ago
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Is Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi worth booking for an all-inclusive beach holiday, and what is the service really like?
Abu Dhabi · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Should I bring US dollars to Dubai, and where should I exchange them for UAE dirhams?
Dubai · Banking & Money · 2 days ago
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Do Dubai hotels charge a security deposit at check-in and how do I find out the amount?
Dubai · Housing & Rent · 2 days ago
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What meals are included in half board (HB) at Dubai hotels?
Dubai · Restaurants & Food · 2 days ago
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Is Dubai safe to visit right now? Should I cancel my trip?
Dubai · Safety · 2 days ago
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How hot is Dubai in summer and can you walk outside?
Dubai · General Tips · 2 days ago
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How warm is the sea in Dubai in summer, and is the beach actually refreshing in July?
Dubai · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Is Dubai still too hot in late September and early October for a vacation?
Dubai · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Is it comfortable to sit outside in the evening in Dubai in August (heat and humidity)?
Dubai · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Where to buy Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark tickets online and is the fast pass upgrade worth it?
Dubai · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Which UAE beach hotel is better for a relaxing stay: Saadiyat/Kai Beach, Sheraton Sharjah, Miramar, or Ajman Beach Hotel?
Dubai · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in Dubai?
Dubai · Transport · 2 days ago
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If you arrive at an all-inclusive resort early in the morning before check-in time, will they still feed you breakfast or lunch even if the meal plan only guarantees dinner on arrival day?
General · Housing & Rent · 2 days ago
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Where to have lunch at Ajman Hotel, and does the beach bar serve snacks?
General · Restaurants & Food · 2 days ago
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What is the weather like in the UAE in September, early October, and December, and is it crowded?
General · General Tips · 2 days ago
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When does the heat ease up in UAE — best time to visit by season?
General · General Tips · 2 days ago
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Is it currently safe to fly to the UAE and visit Dubai amid regional security concerns?
General · Transport · 2 days ago
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How can international travelers pay in Abu Dhabi without a bank card, and are US dollars accepted in shops?
Abu Dhabi · Banking & Money · 3 days ago
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Is Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi bearable in late July — heat and humidity?
Abu Dhabi · General Tips · 3 days ago
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Where should you stay in Abu Dhabi for a beach holiday with a good sandy beach and comfortable swimming conditions?
Abu Dhabi · General Tips · 3 days ago
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Which beaches in Abu Dhabi have clean open sea access?
Abu Dhabi · General Tips · 3 days ago
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Can you exchange dollars or euros for dirhams at hotel reception in Dubai?
Dubai · Banking & Money · 3 days ago
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Which Dubai metro card (Nol card) should tourists buy and how to top it up
Dubai · Banking & Money · 3 days ago
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Do I need a tetanus shot after cutting myself on rusty metal in Dubai?
Dubai · Medical · 3 days ago
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How to transport gold or jewelry bought in Dubai back home — checked baggage or carry-on?
Dubai · Shopping · 3 days ago
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Where to buy a cheap iPhone in Dubai (cheaper than mall prices)?
Dubai · Shopping · 3 days ago
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Is it worth visiting Dubai in summer and which beach is best during that time?
Dubai · General Tips · 3 days ago
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Is there construction near Burj Al Arab and can you still walk around and take photos there?
Dubai · General Tips · 3 days ago
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What's the best time of year to visit Dubai to avoid extreme heat?
Dubai · General Tips · 3 days ago
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How do I get from Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai or Dubai Mall, and how much does a taxi cost?
Dubai · Transport · 3 days ago
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How much does a taxi to shopping malls in Dubai cost, and how long does it take?
Dubai · Transport · 3 days ago
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Is there a free shuttle bus to Dubai Mall from hotels/resorts near Dubai, and how often does it run?
Dubai · Transport · 3 days ago
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Where is the best place in the UAE to exchange US dollars for UAE dirhams: the airport, a hotel, or a city exchange house?
General · Banking & Money · 3 days ago
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Are oysters, shrimp and sashimi available, and are all restaurants open at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, in September?
General · Restaurants & Food · 3 days ago
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What drinks are included with half board (HB) dinner at UAE hotels?
General · Restaurants & Food · 3 days ago
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What food and drinks can you expect at a UAE hotel buffet: smoked salmon for breakfast, steaks and tartare for dinner, plus alcohol, fruit, and seafood?
General · Restaurants & Food · 3 days ago