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Dubai Information
Dubai is the leading centre for business and tourism in the Middle East. A city of some 900,000 inhabitants, it is the second largest of the seven emirates which make up the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi, which is the capital city, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah are the other six emirates in the federation. Dubai offers the visitor a fascinating kaleidoscope of contrasts – a distinctive blend of modern city and timeless desert, east and west, old and new. An exotic destination with a cosmopolitan lifestyle, Dubai combines the comfort and convenience of the western world with an unique charm and hospitality of Arabia.
If you’re looking for an action-packed holiday, Dubai offers superb facilities for sports and recreation, from golf , (there are 6 championship courses locally) and watersports to desert safaris and dhow cruises. Or you can simply take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the year-round sunshine on the clean, uncrowded beaches.
Dubai is a shopper’s paradise. Gold, jewellery, designer creations, cameras, electronics, oriental rugs – whatever your taste, you’ll find it here. From ancient souks to luxurious shopping malls, the visitor can count on bargains galore.
Families are not forgotten. The city has many parks and playgrounds to keep the youngsters amused, and will shortly have the worlds largest theme parks. At the end of the day, Dubai’s restaurants and nightspots offer a wide choice of international cuisine and entertainment.
Climate:
| High Season |
Low Season |
Month |
Max °C |
Sunshine Hrs |
Nov |
30 |
9.4 |
Dec |
26 |
8.2 |
Jan |
24 |
7.8 |
Feb |
25 |
8.0 |
Mar |
28 |
8.1 |
Apr |
32 |
9.5 |
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Month |
Max °C |
Sunshine Hrs |
May |
36 |
11.1 |
Jun |
41 |
11.3 |
Jul |
41 |
10.3 |
Aug |
41 |
10.3 |
Sep |
37 |
10.2 |
Oct |
37 |
9.8 |
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Currency: U A E Dirham. Euro 1 = Dhs 5.7 approx.
Credit Cards: American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Mastercard, etc. are generally accepted in the main hotels and the larger shops.
Business Hours: Government offices are open from 07:30 to 14:30. Private sector office hours are generally from 08:00 to 13:00 and 16:00 to 20:30. Many shops stay open until 22:00 hours. The weekend is Friday and Saturday.
Language: The official language is Arabic, but English is widely spoken and understood. Other languages may be spoken by hotel staff. |
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