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Arabian Travel Market 2019Co-partner Guide
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Dubai has established a strong international reputation as a vibrant and diverse destination with a quality hospitality offering, first-class infrastructure and a range of headline grabbing attractions. In a single day, you can experience everything from awe-inspiring sand dunes to lush green parks; from indoor skiing to beautiful beaches; and from historic souks to ultra-modern shopping malls.
These contrasts give the emirate its unique flavour and personality, a melting pot of local traditions with an international lifestyle. Dubai is perfectly located between East and West - with one-third of the world’s population living within a four-hour flight, and two-thirds within an eight hour flight. In addition, our diverse population comprises over 200 nationalities making it a dynamic city where ideas exchange as freely as commerce.
We hope you will have a successful time on the Dubai stand at the Arabian Travel Market and please do enjoy our remarkable city.
Sincerely,
Issam KazimCEODubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Dear Delegate,
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DUBAI A Remarkable Destination
Dubai is a cosmopolitan city of diversity and contrasts at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa. In the blink of an eye, the city has transformed itself into a buzzing international metropolis.
Dubai brings together the highest standards of comfort and convenience intertwined with the traditional adventure of Arabia.
From bustling souks to breathtaking skyscrapers to the worldclass restaurants and attractions, Dubai is an ideal location to experience.
Its strategic location between East and West means that one-third of the world’s population is within a four-hour flight and two-thirds are within an eight-hour flight. In addition, Dubai’s Airports are served by over 150 airlines flying to over 280 destinations.
Choosing Dubai means choosing a genuine global brand that embodies excellence, opportunity, advancement and partnership
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Why Dubai is an ideal location
Easy to get to
Dubai’s central location makes it one of the busiest travel hubs in the world. Dubai International Airport is ranked the world’s number one hub for international passengers with annual traffic of over over 89 million passengers in 2018.150 airlines operate at Dubai’s two airports, connecting to over 280 destinations across the globe. Dubai’s new airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, will have the capacity to handle 240 million passengers when it’s fully operational.Emirates Airline is Dubai’s flagship, with flights to and from over 160 destinations worldwide. Since launching in 2009, flydubai has become the world’s fastest start-up airline, flying to more than 100 destinations across the GCC, Asia, Africa, India and parts of Europe.
Safe and secure for all
Dubai is a politically stable environment and a safe city for citizens, residents and visitors alike. According to The World Economic Forum, the UAE is the 2nd safest country in the world, making it a reassuring ground for all delegates. Business event delegates also have access to state-of-the-art health facilities and paramedics in hotels.
Rich in adventure and experiences
Adrenaline-pumping desert safaris, luxurious spa breaks, sumptuous meals, relaxing dhow cruises, high-octane skydives and exhilarating theme park rides — just some of the unique experiences Dubai offers its guests. And you will findthat our city is one of contrasts and our people are a melting pot of cultures. The contrast of old and new provides a cultural experience deeply rooted in tradition, set in an ultra modern environment.
Restaurants and entertainment to suit any taste
From Arabic to Asian, French to Mexican and everything in between, Dubai offers food lovers a tantalising array of mouth-watering options to treat your taste buds. And the city is known for its vibrant entertainment and entertainment scene, where you can relax at blissful beach clubs or watch the world’s most exciting horse race.
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World-class infrastructureWell-maintained roads, excellent public transport and connectivity, including the state-of the-art Dubai Metro, are just some of the services you can expect here. Dubai also has modern medical facilities and emergency hospital services.
A great place to do businessThanks to Dubai’s ideal location, excellent connectivity and extensive business services, Dubai has become a centre of trade and commerce for the entire Middle East.
Our government is pro-business, with the most transparent business regulations in the region. Dubai provides tax-free zones, first class physical infrastructure and access to an experienced and skilled labour force.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Two-thirds of the world’s population lives within an eight-hour flight away from Dubai.
Dubai International airport is the world’s number 1 airport for
international passengers.
N°1Dubai is the premier
business events destination in the Middle East.
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66%The World Economic Forum hasranked UAE as the 2nd safest countryin the world.
Dubai is home to more than 200 different nationalities.
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Dubai aims to welcome 25 millionvisitors a year by 2025.
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Dubai is home to numerous worldrecords including the world’s tallestbuilding ‘Burj Khalifa’ that stands at
828 meters.
828M 83%Dubai was named as the “most
cosmopolitan city in the world” in the latest World Migration Report, with 83% of its population foreign born.
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TRAVEL TIPS
Dubai is one of seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. It is considered the global business and cultural hub of the Middle East. In this section, you will find some beneficial travel information about Dubai.
ALCOHOL
Alcohol is only available in licensed hotels and restaurants.
BANKS
All international banks have branches in the city. Working hours are 8am-2pm Saturday to Thursday. ATMs are widely available.
BUSINESS HOURS
Most businesses are open from 8am-6pm Saturday to Thursday. Embassies, consulates and government offices operate from 7.30am-2.30pm.
CREDIT CARDS
Major credit cards such as American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are accepted in most hotels and shopping malls.
CLIMATE
A sub-tropical, arid climate ensures clear blue skies almost throughout the year. Winter may see a few light rain showers. Temperatures vary from season to season: January can fall to a low of 15°C/59°F, while July can rise to a high of 48°C/118°F.
CURRENCYThe UAE currency is known as the Arab Emirate Dirham denoted by AED, or more commonly Dhs. One dirham is divided into 100 fils. The
dirham is pegged to the US dollar at a mid-rate of approximately US$1=Dhs 3.679.
DRESS CODE
As a sign of respect for local customs and traditions, a modest dress code is strongly advised. Wearing revealing clothing in public places should be avoided at all times. Swimwear is acceptable only at hotel pools, resorts and beaches. Before leaving those areas, ensure you cover up.
DRIVING
Cars are left-hand drive and proceed on the right side of the road as they do in mainland Europe (Note that international driving permits and overseas driving licences are not valid for private cars the UAE).
GREETING
The acceptable male greeting on meeting a Gulf Arab is to stand up and shake hands. However, for a man to shake the hand of a Muslim woman (and vice versa) is, in most circumstances, considered unacceptable. Local women will usually not offer their hand to a man and will nod and smile instead and some local men prefer not to shake hands with women. If in doubt, wait until a hand is offered when meeting someone for the first time.
HOTELS
Accommodation options vary from luxurious five-star hotels to budget-friendly hotel apartments. Conference, convention, meeting and banqueting facilities are available in most hotels.
LANGUAGE
Arabic is the official language of the UAE. English is widely spoken and understood.
MEDICAL SERVICES
Dubai Health Authority (DHA) regulates all medical services in the emirate. Rashid, Latifa and Dubai Hospitals are operated by DHA itself and all emergency services are free for both residents and visitors. There are many private hospitals in the city and fees vary.
NEWSPAPERS
English: Gulf News, Khaleej Times, The Gulf Today & The National.
Arabic: Al-Bayan, Al-Ittihad, Al-Khaleej & Emarat Al-Youm.
PERSONAL CONDUCT AND ETIQUETTE
Rude and arrogant behaviour is unacceptable. Public displays of affection between a man and woman are considered disrespectful. There is zero
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tolerance for driving under the influence (DUI), and inappropriate behaviour while under the influence of alcohol. Swearing is considered offensive. During the holy month of Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking in public are strictly prohibited.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Avoid taking photographs of women as it is considered intrusive and rude. Photographing military installations, government buildings and private premises is strictly prohibited.
POPULATION
3.2 million.
RAMADAN
Ramadan is the holiest month of the Islamic lunar calender during which Muslims commemorate the revelation of the noble Quran to the holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) The date varies eachyear, in 2019 it is expected to fall on May 5th to June 4th.
SHOPPING
Malls: 10am-midnight Sunday to Wednesday, 10am-1am
Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Independent retail outlets: 10am-1pm and 4pm-10pm Saturday to Wednesday, 4pm-midnight Friday.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Telecom services are providedby Etisalat, Du and Virgin Mobile. Direct dialing is available to most countries. Calls made from one fixed line to another within Dubai are free. The country code is +971 and the area code is 04.
TIME
Dubai operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), which is GMT+4. There is no daylight saving.
TIPPING
This is not essential but a tip of 10 per cent is appreciated.
UTILITIES
Electricity: The electricity supply in the UAE is 220/224 volts at 50 cycles. US-made appliances may require a transformer.
Water: Bottled mineral water is served in hotels and restaurants and is also available in supermarkets.
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