From clothing rules to swearing laws, gambling bans and PDA limits, here's what travelers should know about Dubai's strict ...

While the United Arab Emirates is part of the Middle East, it is a considerable distance away from the military action in Israel and Lebanon Dubai, one of the seven emirates of the UAE, attracts more ...

There aren’t many countries currently welcoming almost all global tourists, but as its cooler months arrive and it moves into what would normally be peak season, Dubai is one of them. The emirate’s ...

Laurel Munshower is an experienced travel journalist who specializes in the Middle East. Having lived in the United Arab Emirates for 13 years, Munshower knows the ins and outs of the vibrant city of ...

Dubai is renowned as a destination for lavish shopping, out-of-this-world hotels and adrenaline-pumping activities like diving into the world's deepest pool or tiptoeing along the edge walk of a ...

I used to visit Dubai regularly for vacations in my early 20s. Though I enjoyed it there, it no longer suits my travel preferences. I'd still recommend the city to those looking for a luxury ...

Tourists travelling to Dubai, or those who are already here but on a visit visa, should be aware of a new policy that’s come into practice. Dubai has just scrapped the ten-day grace period for those ...

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