Useful information and tips for visiting Dubai
Dubai is a truly global city. In this metropolis of skyscrapers and shopping centers, luxury and waste are waiting in every corner.
In Dubai, you can visit traditional neighborhoods in the morning and in the afternoon be at the panoramic viewpoint of the tallest building in the world .
But before visiting Dubai , you need to consider some useful information about the city .
Here is a summary of the useful information you need to know when planning your trip to Dubai .
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How to get there
The main airline of the United Arab Emirates, and one of the best in the world, is Emirates . Headquartered at Dubai Airport, Emirates flies to 136 destinations in the Middle East, Asia, Europe, the Americas and Oceania.
Emirates has direct flights from Barcelona and Madrid to Dubai. From Latin America, it covers direct connections to Dubai from Buenos Aires and São Paulo / Rio de Janeiro. See more about UAE airlines or transportation in Dubai .
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Plan the visit
Many Dubai attractions, including the Burj Khalifa, fill up with tourists in high season. It is recommended to book tickets in advance to avoid queues and save money. All luxury things are available in the city, rent ferrari Dubai, and VIP accommodation.
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Accommodation
When we consider accommodation, Dubai is quite an expensive city . After all, we are talking about the headquarters of iconic hotels like the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah or the Armani Hotel .
Taking this into account, the city also has lower-class establishments in neighborhoods such as Deira that, although they do not offer the service of super-luxury hotels, are usually even cheaper than their European or North American equivalents.
A three-star hotel in the central area of Dubai can cost around USD 50-60 per night, while a more luxurious one usually costs around USD 300 for a standard room.
Although most hotels are good value for money , it is advisable to read the reviews of other customers.
Unlike other tourist destinations, Dubai is rather tight on hostels and backpacking options.
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Visas
To enter the United Arab Emirates as a tourist, citizens with passports from the EU (including Spain and Italy), Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay, Brazil, Mexico or the United States, among others, do not need a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates.
Notably, citizens of Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador or Bolivia, among others, do need a visa for the Arab Emirates .
Regardless of whether you need a visa or not, your stay in the United Arab Emirates cannot exceed 90 days (except in the case of Mexico, which extends to 180 days) and upon entry you may be made to check that you have sufficient means for it. time you are going to be in the country.
Additionally, it is important to have an air ticket both outward and return .
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Currency
The United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) is the local currency in Dubai. The notes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1,000 dirhams, while the coins are used in denominations of 25 and 50 fills and 1 dirham.
Money exchange
All banks in Dubai offer ATMs and currency exchange services.
It is not advisable to exchange money on the street due to the abundance of counterfeit bills.
The easiest and cheapest way to exchange money is through ATMs. Although banks usually charge a commission for card transactions abroad, they compensate for the ridiculous prices that many exchange houses apply, particularly at airports.