Dubai Government welcomes all
visitors to Dubai and the UAE. In Dubai, you will find a unique blend of East
and West, the ancient and the modern, along with vast deserts and fascinating
golden beaches. Strategically located at the centre of the world, Dubai has
become a leading business and tourism hub, with 90 airlines providing direct
flights to over 130 cities worldwide.
Heritage and culture
You can
understand Dubai’s traditions and
customs through the website of Sheikh Mohammed Centre
for Cultural Understanding while information on
history of Dubai is available from Department of Tourism and Commerce
Marketing. You can also explore its
historical sites for full information on Dubai’s history.
Visit visas
To obtain
information on
visit visas to Dubai and the UAE, a good place to start is the website of
the
Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). You can also see the
instructions related to getting a
visit visa for a family member. Book a flight online with Emirates or
book a hotel in Dubai, using the DTCM unified portal.
Tips and attractions
Here are
some
significant tips and useful information from. As a visitor, you will find
that Dubai has much more entertainment available for you and your family.
From Dubai Summer Surprises to the
world-famous Dubai Shopping
Festival and the Global Village, there’s always
something exciting going on in this vibrant emirate. Whether you are
looking for online cinema reviews and listings,
skiing
or Dubai public parks,
DTCM has excellent resources on Dubai
attractions and
shopping. Upcoming attractions include
tours in Burj Khalifa,
and the dinosaur theme park at
Restless Planet, in City of Arabia, part of the amazing
Dubailand. Dubai has a
great deal of tourist sites, both ancient and modern, including some prominent
landmarks of Dubai.
Dubai Hotels &
Guides
Book or browse for information online for
Dubai hotels,
hotel apartments and
restaurants. If you are not completely familiar with Dubai roads, see the
interactive map of Dubai. The website of Dubai International Airport
features a
city guide, which contains useful information including permits and visas.
Arabic
Phrases
For non-Arabic speakers interested in learning some Arabic phrases used in the
UAE, the website of Dubai International Airport contains a list of the most
important
Arabic phrases needed by a tourist. See also some
basic Arabic phrases and responses.
Tourist
Complaints
Through the
Tourist Complaint Service dedicated to receiving the complaints filed
by tourists only, any tourist can lodge and track their complaint online.
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