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United Arab Emirates

Dubai skyline, desert dunes and Abu Dhabi culture

Abu Dhabi Arabic; English is widely spoken UAE dirham (AED)
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Overview

Welcome to United Arab Emirates

Dubai is a modern city of record-breaking towers, huge shopping malls, city beaches and old-town souks. Its desert safaris, sunset dune drives and Burj Khalifa views are the classic first-time highlights.

Abu Dhabi, about 1.5 hours away by road, adds the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Yas Island. Dubai is also a convenient stopover between East Africa and the rest of the world.

CapitalAbu Dhabi
CurrencyUAE dirham (AED)
LanguagesArabic; English is widely spoken
EntryVisa rules depend on your passport. Check before travelling.
Why go

What United Arab Emirates is known for

Burj Khalifa

The world's tallest building, with observation decks.

Desert safaris

Dune driving, camel rides and BBQ dinners under the stars.

Shopping

Dubai Mall, gold and spice souks, and big seasonal sales.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

One of the world's largest mosques, in Abu Dhabi.

Palm Jumeirah

An artificial island with beach resorts and Atlantis.

Food

From street shawarma to top international restaurants.

Places

Destinations in United Arab Emirates

Dubai

Dubai

Burj Khalifa, desert safaris, shopping, Palm Jumeirah and world-class dining.

Dubai Mall and Dubai Fountain showOld Dubai: souks, abra ride across the Creek
6 packages include this
Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi and Yas Island.

Sheikh Zayed Grand MosqueCorniche waterfront
1 package include this
Our trips

Trips in United Arab Emirates

6 packages: swipe or use the arrows

Package prices are on request and depend on season, group size and availability.

Accommodation

Where to stay in United Arab Emirates

Indicative nightly rates by style. Safari lodges are usually full board.

Dubai

BudgetRove Downtown$60–$120
Mid-rangeTwo Seasons Hotel & Apartments$80–$150
LuxuryAtlantis The Palm$250–$600

Abu Dhabi

BudgetCentro Capital Centre by Rotana$60–$100
Mid-rangeRadisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche$110–$200
LuxuryEmirates Palace Mandarin Oriental$350–$800
Good to know

Travel tips

  • Dress modestly in malls, mosques and old town areas.
  • Summer (June–September) is very hot: plan for indoor attractions.
  • Hotels charge a per-night Tourism Dirham fee, paid at check-in.
  • Alcohol is served only in licensed venues such as hotels.

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