Useful tips for travelers departing on vacation in the United Arab Emirates

Category: Tourism | October 19, 2016, 18:01

In advance take care of protective equipmentfrom the sun, if you do not want to get a beautiful tan instead of severe burns. In the Emirates, the sun beats down 355 days a year. Even in winter, daytime temperatures do not fall below + 26 ° C. In addition, going outside, always carry a hat, sun stroke you exactly nowhere. All you need are available at the stores, but cheaper to do some shopping in the city.

The Emirates is not only the sun is fraught with danger. The climate is quite dry and to avoid dehydration, you need to constantly drink water. So always carry a bottle of water.

The sea is also has its own characteristics. If you swim during high tide, it throws you to the shore. But at low tide you have to be alert not to fall victim to the elements. And, of course, do not swim far out to sea. Usually the bad weather in the United Arab Emirates does not last more than two days. At the time of a storm warning is better to enjoy the benefits of civilization and a swim in the hotel pool.

In the UAE, a tip for staff is notAre considered compulsory. ? Yeshiv give »for tea», the amount determined based on their financial capabilities. And in restaurants, tips are usually included in the bill at a rate of 15%.

Although, it should be said that the rest of the CIS countries»Spoiled» the staff of hotels and hotel workers accustomed to excessively high tip. Sometimes they do not even want to »without charge» to fulfill their direct duties. To avoid misunderstandings and not to spoil your holiday, find out in advance at the reception is included in the price already paid for the hotel services you. In this case, you will be »fully prepared» to get service in full.

It should be remembered that the United Arab Emirates - a country with a totallyother customs. Many have heard that there are strict requirements for clothing travelers. In any case, it is necessary to take into account where you are going. After visiting a nightclub in flip flops, shorts and a t-shirt you can not, and in any other civilized country. What should be taken more carefully because it is a bathing suit. Of course, nudists and lovers of sunbathing topless in the Emirates should not even go. On the beach in Sharjah, you will not be able to enjoy the sun even in a cohesive bathing suit. But on the beach near your hotel, you can safely sunbathe in a bikini open.

For visiting night clubs and restaurants youcan wear a dress with a neckline, but appear in it during the day in the city is not worth it. Women's hats are appropriate to horse racing in Dubai, but in the city you will not find a single woman in a hat. Therefore, always carefully plans his outfit, considering the situation.

In the UAE, alcoholic beverages are prohibited by religion. Therefore, wine shops are not too many, though, if you try, you can find. They are in Fujairah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain. When buying alcohol in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, you will be asked to show a special permit, which is issued by the bodies of internal affairs only to residents of the country.

The assortment of alcoholic beverages in the UAE storesIt is very small and has its own characteristics. Fortified wines are practically no, but a good range of white and red wines. Vodka found only two or three species. There is a small assortment of brandy, gin and whiskey. But the champagne - is too expensive in the UAE. Beer is sold only ten varieties, not more.

Naturally, neither of which drinking alcoholbeverages in public places can be no question. But you can drink in restaurants and bars. These places are closed in the morning and night clubs - at three in the morning. Of course, you will not be put out the door of the restaurant is strictly in the morning. Regarding the closure of establishments waiters announce in advance.

Of course, in a state of intoxication do not risk to drive a car, because it threatens imprisonment and a fine. If you plan to drink, then leave the car at the hotel and yourself, order a taxi.

For your stay was not marred by unpleasant situations, remember that the United Arab Emirates - a country with a completely different traditions.