9 Tips If You Are Traveling to Dubai
5. Check your drugs and prescriptions
It is important to make sure that the drugs or medicines prescribed by the doctor to you are allowed in Dubai. You must check it with your embassy about the medicines you are carrying along with you. If not allowed those drugs or prescriptions, you will have to carry a prescription note from your doctor for consuming those medicines.
6. Avoid PDAs
The display of homosexuality and affection in public areas is considered to be offensive in Dubai. Newly weds are expected to stay within limits and avoid public displays of affection. It is considered to be a clear disrespect towards their customs and traditions.
7. Don’t ignore the dressing etiquette
Dubai has special rules for its women tourists to dress themselves in such a way that they cover most of their body. This will help them show due respect to their custom and traditions. Moving out in bikinis or bathing suits on the beaches is an offense, except on beaches which are specially meant for women and children.
8. Check genuity while exchanging money
Whenever you need to get your currency exchanged, prefer doing so through an ATM, mall or a bank. The money exchanged on the street may put you in a difficult situation.
9. Carry your documents if you wish to drive
It is important to have an international driver’s license if you want to hire and drive any vehicle on your own. The rules are quiet strict and you should never be drunk while driving. In case an accident occurs, the case will be handled by the police as per the local laws.
Do keep in mind that penalty in the form of fines and imprisonment can be charged if you do not follow the rules. Remember these useful tips as they can put you in a major disaster if not followed diligently.
