22/06/2015
TRIPS TO DUBAI FOR WOMEN TRAVELLERS
The United Arab Emirate is extremely safe for women travellers, nevertheless women travelling alone are a novelty and you may find yourself at the focus of the unwanted attention. You will probably have a more relax if you stay in one of the four or five star hotels, especially if you can use the hotel’s private beach facilities.
Women in the UAE have a much more liberal lifestyle than many of their Gulf counterparts (i.e. women are permitted to drive, work, etc.) however, women travellers should be aware that they are visiting a society who has strong traditional roots.
If you wish to avoid hassle or risk causing offence, do not wear tight or revealing clothes away from the beach club from the beach clubs and resorts. You will also find that clothing suitable for the more cosmopolitan cities may not be confortable or convenient for independent travel in rural area. Loose trousers and a long sleeved cotton shirt will suit wide range of situations.
When socializing in local company, wait until a hand is offered to you for a shake, some devout Muslim prefers not to shake hands with a woman.
Remember that one advantage of being a woman in the UAE is that women are normally served first at banks and post offices, police stations and governmental offices frequently have separate queues for women.
VACCINATIONS
No special immunizations are required; however, it would be wise to check beforehand if you are travelling from a health-risk area. Tetanus inoculations are usually recommended if you are considering a long trip. Polio has been virtually eradicated in the UAE and hepatitis is very rare and can be avoided by taking precautions.
MALARIA
There are few mosquitoes in the towns and in the cities, and since it is not considered to be a risk, malaria tablet are rarely prescribed for travel in the UAE. However, mosquitoes will find you if you are camping near mountains or exploring wadis or date groves in the evening, so cover up and use a suitable insect repellent as it is always safer to avoid being bitten.
SUNBURN
The sun can be fierce throughout the year so heatstroke and heat exhaustion are always a risk. Adequate sunglasses, hats and high factors sun creams are essential, especially for children.
MOBILE PHONES
GSM services are available and the mobile phones code within the UAE is 050. “Speak Easy” is a GSM mobile service for those visitors and tourists who cannot use their own mobile phones in the UAE. You can either buy a new mobile phone and purchase a temporary SIM card or use your own handset with a temporary card.
POST
The general postal Authorities run an efficient postal system with red post collection boxes dotted throughout the cities and towns. Mail is usually collected morning and evening. Stamps can be purchased and post mailed from your hotel. Express postal facilities are also available at the post offices.
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