8 Tips for Safe Travel in Dubai

Dubai is Located in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the city of Dubai is a stunning blend of nature and technology and situated on the Arabian Gulf. Dubai is one of the popular and most visited tourist’s destinations. Travelling in Dubai is not fearsome as there is 24/7 help available to the entire new visitor. There are also many rules made by Dubai Government which facilitates travelling in this beautiful place.

As Dubai are a place that has huge buildings, hotels, beaches, excellent road and other great infrastructure. Traveling to Dubai is not difficult, nor is it dangerous especially if you take the time to plan for a safe trip.

Currency and Language

Always, keep this thing in mind that the language of Dubai is Arabic and the valid currency is Dirham. Always keep some Dirham in your pocket while travelling. If you know little bit Arabic then it is very good. It helpful in interacting with the locals of this nation.

Always exchange your currency to the UAE Dirham in bank, at a hotel, or at a mall ATM. Never, ever have your money exchanged for the local currency on the street. Exchanging money on the street may bring you up to a dangerous situation and you may not get the right amount in return.

Cash Requirements

Keep cash with yourself all the time while travelling, so that you can spend it in case you don’t find any ATM machine or bank.

Check Your Visa

You need to have visa on your hand while visiting Dubai. Travelers from some countries are allowed to enter the United Arab Emirates by purchasing a tourist visa upon arrival. Check with your country’s embassy before you embark on an international journey to ensure you have the right documents in hand.

Driving in Dubai

You are prohibited to drive in Dubai without a valid International driving license. Also there are plenty of public transportation options available in Dubai. Some foreign licenses are also accepted but only of those citizens that are either citizens or residents of country issuing license.

Culture in Dubai

You must know the culture of Dubai for safe travel in Dubai.  As Dubai is an Islamic country and it has Islamic culture and laws, so all the comers must respect their laws and culture.

Dress Modestly

Clothing should be modest in order to respect local customs because of the Dubai is in Muslim country (United Arab Emirates). Men and women are free to wear anything and women and also women can wear bikinis on beach side, but wearing bikinis on hotel beaches is strictly prohibited.

Transportation in Dubai

In Dubai, Taxi can be rented very easily and their fares are also very cheap.

Alcohol Consumption in Dubai

Avoid taking alcohol in public place as in Dubai public drunkenness is strictly prohibited, as is drinking and driving. As a tourist, you will not be able to purchase alcohol in a local liquor store as Dubai residents must have an alcohol license.  You can purchase drinks in restaurants and bars, but be careful.

Some Marvelous Things To Do In Dubai

Drink in icy surroundings

Travelers and Honeymooners from the Gulf are heading to the throbbing heart of Dubai to beat the summer heat by cooling off at the first "ice lounge" in the Middle East.

The Dubai's Chillout cafe interior decor is made entirely of carved ice, with frozen picture frames, ice curtains and frosty seats covered in fur. The interior of the cafe, owned by UAE’s Sharaf Group. The cafe is lit with multi-colored fluorescent lights. Visitors are kitted out with thermal jackets; boots and fur hats provided by the cafe in a striking similarity to the ice hotels which dot Scandinavia in winter.

Atlantis’ underwatersuite

Dubai boasts a bevy of architectural wonders. Dubai has the world’s tallest building like Burj Khalifa. It’s

also out in front of the rest of the world when it comes to man-made islands, from the frond-shaped Palm Jumeirah to The World, an archipelago currently under construction that will form a world map when viewed from above. Such architectural excesses have helped make the emirate a go-to destination for well-heeled tourists. The hotel's Lost Chambers suites provide views from both the bedroom and the bathroom windows into a lagoon filled with marine animals.

The Water Discus Hotel is Dubai’s latest attempt to wow seeking travelers. Billed as the world’s largest underwater hotel, at this point the resort, which is being developed by Polish developer Deep Ocean Technology. The plans call for 21 suites spread across two main discs – one above water and another immersed about 38 feet under the waves. Special lighting technology will allow guests in underwater suites to observe the flora and fauna outside their windows. There is no official opening date for the hotel as yet, it seems likely that the underwater accommodations will be popular.

At a height of 300 meters

Take an opportunity to visit the Tallest building in the world, the 124th floor of the building pictured above and look out. If you’re going to be in Dubai even for just a few days, a trip up the Burj Khalifa is recommended. This 828-meter tower, the tallest building in the world by a long shot, has put Dubai on the map even more than it was already. Visitors to At the Top, the world's highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace, will get the chance to win special hampers in hourly quizzes that test their knowledge of the Burj Khalifa. For the first time, visitors will be able to watch the sunrise from the tower – it will open early on weekends until February 28.

Visit the 6D cinema at Oasis Centre’s Thrill Zone (dinosaur-themed)

One-of-its-Kind Dinosaur-Themed Facility in Region. Over 4,700 Sq. Ft. Recreational Arcade Features Laser Tag Arena , on 11 March, 2013 – Oasis Centre has announced the addition of Thrill Zone, a unique  laser tag and recreation concept, to its entertainment portfolio. Spanning over 4,700 sq. ft. The laser tag arena is complemented by 6D cinema, party area and the in-house café that serves one of the world’s best coffees from Italy and delicious snacks. Sporting a dinosaur theme, the innovative facility promises to deliver quality entertainment for kids and adults alike. Some of its star attractions include a laser tag arena and a first-in-the-UAE 6-D cinema experience. An in-house café serves sumptuous snacking options at the outlet that also includes an expansive party hall for hosting kids' parties, college outings and team building events. Let the adventure begin.

Interesting Facts about Hong Kong

There are few modern cities in the world that can actually hold might in front of the feng shui inspired skyscrapers, hilly topography and blue waters. With some of the best panoramic views of the world, the city is an enigma with its ancient rituals and action movies. Here are some very interesting facts about this beautiful city that you would be thrilled to know:

·         Hong Kong has the most number of skyscrapers within its boundaries. It has over 144 skyscrapers which are almost double the number of that standing in New York.

·         The term ‘Hong Kong’ means ‘fragrant harbor’. The place has been so named due to its various deep sea water ports that act as a major export and import hubs both for the national as well as international business community.

·         The whole of the city is built keeping Feng Shui in mind. In fact, whenever there is any new building th

at is being constructed, the architects and engineers always take the city’s Feng Shui in consideration to decide the placement of floors, stairs and doors. This helps them in ensuring that energy flow throughout the building remains consistent and positive.

·         There is a popular belief that eating noodles are a sign of long life. So, on a person’s birthday, it is considered to be a blessing to eat noodles as a mark of good life.

·         The population density of the city is said to be so high that the schools have to work two shifts a day. The first shift starts in the morning and ends in the noon while the other starts in the noon and ends in the evening. There is also the issue of burying these people in the cemeteries. In fact, there is so little space in the graveyards that the graves have to be stacked on top of each other.

·         The city of Hong Kong is a green area in totality. Around three quarters of the city consists of greenery in the form of gardens, parks , scenic areas and woodlands.

·         The locals of the city also one of the most intelligent in the world according to their IQ average. They have the highest IQ average of over 107 in the world.

·         In terms of tourist influx, Hong Kong is a popular choice for people all over the world. Going according to official figures, over 28 million tourists visited the place in 2011 making it one of most visited tourist destinations of the world.

·         Hong Kong has the largest fleet of double decker tram cars in the world that ply within its boundaries.

·         Instead of being one single area, Hong Kong is in fact made of 200 islands as well as some other polders which also includes land that has been reclaimed from the sea.

·         The population density of the city is 6540 people for every square kilometre. That is a pretty high figure!

Figuring some pretty interesting attractions, Hong Kong is an amazing place to visit that offers a multitude of colourful cultures and panoramas at a single place. The above mentioned interesting facts about the city only add to its allure making it a memorable addition to your travel itinerary. So, go visit this beautiful yet enigmatic place that is sure to add a feather to your vacation plans.