Do’s and don’t in Dubai
Before I visited Dubai, everyone I spoke to had made me feel so worried about following certain customs and what not to wear and how not to behave, but I was surprised when I arrived that it wasn’t as strict as everyone made out. That being said, there are some do’s and don’ts to being a respectful traveller while in the UAE.
Visitors must dress modestly in public ie. covering shoulders and knees where possible. Although this is not enforced in every area, places like the Mall or a Mosque are areas where this advice should be followed
Avoid public displays of affection. Holding hands is totally fine, but any PDA is frowned upon in Dubai
Respect Islamic customs, especially during Ramadan. You don’t have to follow Islam, or even know anything about it, however just as we expect people visiting the UK to be respectful to others, Dubai is no different
No drinking alcohol in public. This is prohibted to align with local laws and Islamic culture. It limits consumption to private residents and licensed venues. Violating these regulations can result in fines, arrests and even deportation
Avoid unauthorised photography. I think this is common practice wherever you visit, but especially in the UAE