What should I bring when traveling to Dubai?

The catering in Dubai is mainly in Arabic style, such as roast whole sheep, rice wrapped in leaves, fried rice mixed with various seafood, and Arabic scones.

Not everyone is used to eating Dubai's food. You can check out some snacks you usually like.

About tipping/service charge

There is no need to pay tips and service charges except fast food restaurants. Other restaurants usually add a certain service charge to the bill. Please consult before eating to avoid misunderstanding when checking out.

Tipping is different from service charge, which is not reflected in the bill. It is extra for service personnel, such as hotel doorman, room cleaner, restaurant waiter, taxi driver, etc. You can tip the service staff 65438 yuan +0-5 according to the specific situation. It is suggested that when you leave the room every day, you put a certain amount of change in the room to show your affirmation to the cleaning staff.

In some restaurants, waiters will take the initiative to bring tea and snacks before meals. Please ask if there is any charge before eating, so as to avoid misunderstanding when checking out.

Religious/customary taboos

1. The Middle East is the birthplace of Muslims in the world, and has a unique way of life and cultural customs, so we must understand the taboos and customs here and avoid some unnecessary troubles.

During the annual Ramadan, drinking, smoking and eating are not allowed in public places and streets after sunrise and before sunset, and most local restaurants and beverage shops are closed at this time.

During Ramadan, women should try to wear long-sleeved clothes and long-legged pants, so as not to be too exposed.

Drinking is not allowed in other places or streets except in apartments or hotels with houses.

5. When interacting with local people, you can't take the initiative to ask your wife when talking with your husband; When interacting with women, you can only say hello briefly, and you can't talk to them alone or for a long time, let alone stare at their clothes out of curiosity and don't take pictures of them.

6. There are many domestic holidays in the UAE, including Ramadan, which lasts for 1 month. Although I work for half a day in the morning during Ramadan, I can't actually do anything. Therefore, domestic tourists should pay attention to avoid local holidays when traveling, doing business or holding exhibitions in the UAE.

7. Generally, Arab families still eat on the floor and grab food with their hands. It's best to do as the Romans do when visiting.

8. Ladies are not allowed to wear clothes with bare backs, bare bellies, bare knees, tight-fitting and transparent; Men are not allowed to wear shorts or bare arms in public places; Men are not allowed to wear feminine fashion jewelry; It is not allowed to wear swimsuits in streets or public places;

9. Except immediate family members, lonely men and widows cannot appear alone in public places or suspicious occasions;

10. Don't talk loudly, make rude remarks or harass others with any words and deeds in public places.