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About Dubai
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Dubai is the second largest of the seven Emirates which make up the United
Arab Emirates and ranks
as the country is leading commercial center. Abu Dhabi, the federal capital, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al
Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujirah are the other six Emirates.
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Dubai for everyone |
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Lying on the blue waters on the Southern Gulf and backed by the majestic desert, Dubai offers
visitors year round sunshine and five star luxury plus the adventure of a unique Arabian experience.
Dubai is a place of fascinating contrasts, a distinctive blend of modern city and timeless desert,
East and West, old & new. From the holiday makers, that are simply seeking a relaxing break,
away from clouds and crowds, to the active tourist looking for a new and an exciting experience,
the city has superb facilities for sports, shopping, dining and entertainment.
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Dubai is located on the Southern shore of the Gulf in the South-Eastern path of the Arabian
It lies 55 16 East and 25 15 North. The total area of the Emirates is 3,885 sq.km.
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Climate |
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Dubai has a sub-tropical arid climate. Temperatures range from 10 C to 30 C in winter and can reach
as high as 48 C in summer. Rainfall is predominantly in winter and amounts to 13cm annually.
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Clothing |
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Light weight summer clothing can be worn for most of the year, but the temperature can drop quite
sharply at night during the winter. At the pool or on the beaches, trunks, swimsuits,
shorts or bikinis are quite acceptable, but when in the city, care should be taken not to offend by
wearing clothing which may be considered revealing.
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Language |
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The national language is Arabic, but English is widely used in business.
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Currency |
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The monetary unit is the Dirham (Dh.) which is divided into 100 fils. The official exchange rate is
USD$ 1 = Dh 3.675. All major credit cards are generally accepted in main hotels and large shops.
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Alcohol |
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Alcohol is freely available in hotels, restaurants and bars.
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Working Hours |
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Business: 08:00 - 13:00 Hrs & 16:00 - 19:00 Hrs ( Sat to Wed ) Some companies work from
08:00 - 17:30 Hrs with a one hour lunch break.
Many companies close at 13:00 Hrs on Thursday.
Government Offices: 07:30 Hrs to 14:30 Hrs
( Sat to Wed ).
Bank : 08:00 to 13:00 Hrs ( Sat to Wed ) 08:00 - 12:00 hrs (Thursday)
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 "With regards to the real estate market, I am extremely optimistic about the property market indicators and the future of UAE's economy. My optimism is based on the 100-year long oil reserves and the country's 90 billion dollar annual income along with the flourishing tourism industry.
Saeed Al Rahoomi - Chairman |
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