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It's hot most of the time; it's really warm the rest of the time, so:
- wear light, breathable clothing (cottons)
- bring a light sweater or jacket to throw on, since all buildings are airconditioned and it might get cool inside
- shorts are OK, but remember: this is an Islamic country, so be decently dressed to respect islamic customs
- for women: though Dubai is relatively liberal, the neighbouring emirates are not. Again, try to respect islamic customs, and dress appropriately
Just bring what you would normally use - in case you forgot anything - you can buy whatever you need in Dubai. There are ample of medical and drug stores.
- Make sure to have deodorant in this heat!
If you are thinking of buying a new camera - you can probably get it cheaper in Dubai. If you have a digital camera, bring your cables with you - you can download at any of Dubai's many internet cafe's (bring a disk).
- depending on where you come from, you might need an adapter for any electrical equipment (had to bring an adapter for US phone-charger, but bought hairdryer there because it was simply cheaper)
- sandals and swim-wear at the beach (try to refrain from thong-bikinis to respect local customs)
- bring a sweater if you spend the night in the desert since temperatures drop quite a bit
Dubai weather:
- nice and warm in winter
- hot in spring
- unbearably hot in summer
- hot in fall
Thank God for airconditioning!
Also, Dubai is a shopper's paradise - so even if you forget something - you can buy it there. Leave a Comment
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Must take sunblock and wear strong sun protection when out and about and on the beach. I took mosquito repellent and one of those plug ins but there were no mosquitos!!!!!!
Must take a camera
Our hotel (Oasis Beach) supplied all beach and pool towels, so I could have saved on packing.
If you are from England, don't bother taking any electricity adaptors if staying in a hotel. I felt every need I would encounter had already been sorted out for me. Leave a Comment
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 An hour 'til sunset by Quero
Also, once the sun sets in the desert, it can get downright teeth-chattering nippy. Leave a Comment
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Easily available in pharmacies
Bring sunshades. Protect ya eyes!!! Leave a Comment
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It is very hot in Dubai and you should always apply sunscreen. Amazingly you can still get a tan when wearing the sunscreen. Leave a Comment
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Lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings.
Compared with certain parts of the Middle East, Dubai has a very relaxed dress code. However, care should be taken not to give offence by wearing clothing which may be considered revealing.
At the pool or on the beaches, trunks, swim-suits and bikinis are quite acceptable.
Good quality sunglasses are advised, and photo- chromatic lenses for those who wear spectacles. Hats or some protection for the head are advisable when in direct sunlight.
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You can bring all your photo equipment with you, also there is a wide range of photo equipment in our markets in case you want to buy some. Leave a Comment
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for ladies not much applies, obviously, dont get naked and you will be fine :) It is very cosmopolitan city and you can wear whatever you feel like. Even if its very very hot day, going to Malls or restaurants, grab something warmer - pashmina (local scarf :) ) or light jumper. Most restaurants will offer pashmina while dining, so if you forgot one, just ask!
for gents - especially for dining places, most smart restaurants require clothes shoes.. some hotel restaurants accepts 'smart' shoes, but most still will require closed type.. so dont forget to put some in(not trainers!) . Also, smart shirts.. if you planing veeeerrryy smart dinner, like in Burj Al Arab, they even request to wear jackets.. but dont worry, most of those restaurats might even offer a jacket :) which of course you will have to return after dinner :) Leave a Comment
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Nothing special but you will be gettin more bags as you will be having bags of shopping goods aaheaeah
Dubai is a desert so the temperature is quite warm. So bring your beach clothes like shorts and t-shirts, skirts. During the winter months especially during december,Jan and Feb it is a bit cooler so you can get a jumper and jeans.
Most of the supplies are available here in Dubai. Well known brands are available almost everywhere.
Nothing special but to let you know that the power supply is 220V.
Sun screen lotion a must if you have a special brand. otherwise it is widely available in most of the shops or pharmacy in Dubai. Leave a Comment
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