When we think about Dubai city, all we can think of is its bewitching skyscrapers, beautiful malls, beaches, amusement parks, and traditional souks. Each year, millions of tourists visit Dubai to experience its bright and lively life. There are many travel management platform that would help you organize your travelling. Before you get astonished with what to do and what not, here is a recommendation on top things to do in Dubai, for people of all age groups which includes a visit to the Burj Khalifa, skydiving at Palm Jumeirah, lake ride at Dubai fountain, desert safari, dinner in the sky and more. Most popular tourist attractions in Dubai attract most of the tourist to visit the place.

However, you need to learn a few things while visiting some popular places to travel Dubai just like the old saying goes “When in Rome do as Romans do” just like that you need to learn a few things too.

Here are some tips you can follow while visiting Dubai:-

• Dress Conservatively :- When you are in the UAE it is important to be culturally sensitive to their etiquettes and dress appropriately. It doesn’t mean you can only wear clothes that are usually worn by locals. On the bright side, you can wear whatever you please in hotels, resorts, and beaches, however, there’s an emphasis on dressing up modestly, especially in crowded areas when visiting Dubai.

Some of the most exciting dressing tips in Dubai to make your travel journey smooth:-

1. When it comes to private beaches and swimming pools, only swimwears are allowed there
2. Topless sunbathing is not considered to be legal and is offensive
3. Cross-dressing is not allowed
4. Pack up your clothes depending on the month you’re planning to visit. It is usually pretty hot all year long but it does tend to get cold from December to February so a light jacket would work during those months. You could get arrested for violating dress-code ethics.

• Take the Metro while traveling in Dubai:-This is a common mistake all tourists make in Dubai. If you want to explore the city with a small budget, try to use the Metro for going around town. It is the cheapest form of public transport. You can see a consequential difference in the amount of money you are saving while traveling by metro and while traveling by cab.

Unknown facts about Dubai Metro :

1. Fares are charged according to the different zones
2. A red card or a silver card are usually purchased by the tourists
3. The validation of a red card would be till 90 days and for the silver card it would be valid till 5 years
4. There are different cabins so make sure you are getting on the right one else you’ll be fined
5. Free travel would be available for children under the age of 5 for 90 cm

• Hand Gestures:-It is imperative to not show fingers or point right at someone. However, if you have to do it, show your entire hand. Any repugnant scenes may land you in prison to avoid that you must keep the little things in your mind which will help you make your journey mind-blowing.

• Keep your drug prescriptions when in Dubai:– You are suggested to keep your prescriptions in order because Dubai has a zero-tolerance policy for the use of drugs. The government has specific rules when it comes to prescription medication as well. Medication and the status are not matched with the guidelines of Dubai, you could easily fall in trouble for the same. Make sure all the rules have been followed as per the guidelines.

• Do Book Things In Advance:- October to March, and especially December to March, are very busy times for visitors to Dubai. To avoid disappointment, make sure you book your favorite hotels at least 2-3 months in advance.

• Check timings:- This is an important aspect because you don’t want to head out to a place and then realize that it is closed. So you need to look at the timings also the weekends are different in Dubai people usually have Friday and Saturday as their day-offs and they return to work on Sundays so it is better to plan your day a day beforehand.

• To see Dubai from a different point of view:- Dubai does have a reputation for skyscrapers, theme parks, and other things but it is more than that. It has a beautiful side worth exploring like traditional souls, spices, museums, etc. which one must experience when in Dubai.

• Go to the Dubai Mall

• You must try the wealth of food choices

The Don’ts to look after when in Dubai

• Don’t Kiss or Hug In Public :- One of the things you should keep in mind is that public displays of affection are not allowed in Dubai, and can seem offensive. Keep your hands to yourself, especially when you are in crowded places. It may seem ridiculous to others, but this is the culture in Dubai, so make sure to respect it.

• Don’t Eat Or Drink On Public Transport:-Eating, drinking, and chewing gum is prohibited on all public transport. This probably explains why they are so clean and you must respect all the norms and regulations.

• Don’t Drink Alcohol In Public Spaces:-Most hotels have bars, clubs, and restaurants serving alcohol to international visitors. It is illegal to drink in public or indeed to be inebriated in public.

• Avoid visiting during Ramadan :- If you are Muslim and you want to respect the holy month of Ramadan, it is advisable to not visit during this time. It’s not the best time for those who are into partying, drinking and smoking, eating outside publicly between sunrise and sunsets. Restaurants would be closed during that time especially during the daytime and the only thing that would be allowed would be in the hotel room.

• Don’t take a picture without permission:- Even though you might think a place is beautiful to take pictures you should abide by the rules and if they allow you to do so only then you should take pictures. Strict rules are followed so you mustn’t take pictures of an Emirati woman without her permission.

• Do not use your left hand to greet anyone

• Do not drink and drive :- Even though some bars and restaurants serve alcohol, you mustn’t intake alcohol in public hence, drinking and driving can land you in prison. They might put serious charges.