🌴 Dubai Travel Tips: Insights from Akshay Mittal (Virtual Meet-up)

[Zahid_Niyo]

Akshay Mittal (@aky.mtl) shared valuable insights about Dubai travels during the virtual meetup. He discussed various aspects of traveling to Dubai, including visa requirements, shopping, dining, local etiquettes, safety, and local tips. Here’s a summary of the key points he mentioned about Dubai travels:

1. Dubai’s Skyline and Architecture: Dubai offers a unique blend of modernity, luxury, and tradition in its architecture and skyline. Visitors can explore iconic landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, as well as traditional sites such as Jumeirah Mosque and Al Fahidi area.

2. Culture and Traditional Experiences: Dubai provides opportunities to experience Emirati culture, hospitality, heritage villages, souks (traditional markets), and traditional cuisine, including dishes like kabobs, hummus, and traditional music and dance.

3. Shopping and Retail: Dubai is known for its diverse shopping environment, from luxury malls like Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates to gold souks and electronics shopping. Visitors can enjoy tax-free shopping by showing their receipts at the airport.

4. Innovation and Development: Dubai boasts innovative projects like driverless metros, artificial islands (e.g., the Palm Jumeirah), and ambitious engineering endeavors. It also hosted the Dubai Expo, showcasing technology, culture, and innovation.

5. Luxury and Lifestyle: Dubai offers luxurious accommodations, fine dining experiences, luxury cars, yachts, cruises, and a vibrant nightlife scene. Visitors can enjoy experiences like helicopter tours to view the city from above.

6. Events and Festivals: Dubai hosts a variety of events and festivals, including the Dubai Shopping Festival, Dubai Food Festival, Dubai Summer Surprises, Global Village, and the Dubai International Motor Show.

7. Local Etiquettes and Laws: Visitors should dress modestly, avoid public displays of affection during Ramadan, respect local customs and the royal family, and adhere to anti-littering laws. Strict drug laws apply.

8. Safety and Local Tips: Dubai is known for its safety, with low crime rates, but visitors should be cautious about petty theft. Ensure you have travel insurance, use designated smoking areas, and follow road safety rules. Emergency contact numbers are 999.

9. Health and Hygiene: Dubai offers excellent medical facilities, and tap water is generally safe to drink. Travelers can use digital payments with credit and debit cards, widely accepted in the country.

10. Adventure and Activities: Dubai offers various adventure activities, including desert safaris, skydiving, hot air ballooning, jet skiing, water sports, skiing in indoor snow resorts, zip-lining, and more.

11. Cuisine: Dubai offers a diverse range of cuisine, from Arabian and Middle Eastern dishes to fresh seafood, international cuisine, street food, Michelin-star restaurants, dates, and vegan options.

12. Electronics Shopping: Visitors can buy electronics like iPhones, MacBooks, and more in Dubai. It’s recommended to unbox the items to avoid suspicion, and there are no extra charges at the airport when bringing them back to India for personal use.

🎥For a more detailed presentation, please watch the video at this link:

Dubai Travel (virtual Meet-up) with Akshay Mittal

[namanm (Naman)]

There are a few additional points worth mentioning. For instance, Akshay didn’t touch on the nuances of smoking regulations in different places. A friend of mine warned that in some areas, you might find that while smoking cigarettes is prohibited, vaping is allowed. This can be due to stricter regulations on tobacco products or designated smoking zones being more common than vape-friendly areas. It’s always a good idea to check local rules or ask around to avoid any issues.

I recently went to Dubai for vacation and took both cigarettes and a vape. I didn’t run into any problems because I made sure to follow the local guidelines and used designated smoking areas when needed. If you’re planning a trip and are a smoker or vaper, it’s useful to know these specifics. For more flexibility and to avoid any inconvenience, you might want to look into using a vape, as it’s often more acceptable in places where smoking isn’t allowed. For a great selection of vapes, check out Crave Vape—they have a good range that might come in handy!

[aky.mtl (Akshay Mittal)]

Hey @namanm, Since I don’t smoke it didn’t strike me to talk about it. Thanks for your input though!