Questions About Dubai Travel Tourism

Donald asks…

Need a Tourism issue in Dubai.?

For my Travel and Tourism class, i was allowed to choose a country or region that has a travel issue (ie. Sex tourism, garbage disposal from tourists, culture interference from tourists.) I need some help.

admin answers:

Issues available:

1. Sex tourism: whether you like it or not, Dubai is the centre of sex tourism in the region with prostitutes from all over the world, including, believe it or not, the UK and the US (I mean white women, not "ethnic Americans and British!).

2. Socio-cultural issues: affect of increased tourst numbers on the culture and on the social status

3. Negative perceptions of tourists by the UAE nationals.

4. Relation of tourism with neo-colonialsim; check out scholarly and specialised books and you will find abundance of information.

5. Economic effect: most people think that tourism is a great economy, but actually in the Third World (UAE included) it's very fragile. Example: since most tourists are from the west (80 to 90%) and now there is an economic recession in the west, tourists will no longer come, which will compromise the economy very much.

6. Tourists overtaking places from the local population: how many UAE families do you find on the Beach in Jumeirah?

7. Commodification of the local heritage.

8. An important issue is the fact only 700 UAE nationals work in the tourism industry in Dubai, which has thousands of workers. In other industries it's around 9% and in government authorities it's more. That means that the tourism industry is the least industry that benefits the locals, so it really does not seem to make sense to them.

I can give you more, but I think you can find quite a lot here.

Very useful books to check out would be:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tourism-Sustainability-Development-Globalization-Third/dp/0415414024/ref=wl_it_dp?ie=UTF8&coliid=I3444NW5BJWWXQ&colid=21ID5NA6KJRS9

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tourism-Politics-Frameworks-Realities-Advances/dp/008045075X/ref=wl_it_dp?ie=UTF8&coliid=I11FC5D50CQ3KK&colid=21ID5NA6KJRS9

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tourism-Middle-East-Continuity-Transformation/dp/1845410505/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1225876559&sr=1-1

You can also check out Annals of Tourism Research, great journal.
Http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/01607383

Steven asks…

How frequent is a flight available from the UK to Dubai?

I am currently studying travel and tourism and need to know this to put in my assignment

admin answers:

The following airlines fly LHR to DXB nonstop on a Saturday
A trial search was made for 14Mar, Sat
British Airways 4 flights
Emirates Airlines 5 flights
Royal Brunei 1 flight
Singapore Airlines 1 flight
Virgin Atlantic 1 flight
Total 12 flights (nonstop)
Apart from London Heathrow, Emirates Airlines flies nonstop to Dubai from London Gatwick (LGW), Birmingham (BHX) and Manchester (MAN).
You can browse the search engines in the website referred below.

Charles asks…

Can anyone tell me which country is the best destination to travel to?

I'm doing a project on tourism and I want to know which country is known as the high destination country. something other than dubai, australia? or is australia a good place for me to write about? cheers
i just came across france being the popular destination, what do guys think? that a good place to talk about?

admin answers:

Canada's a good plce to write about, a little quieter than the USA

Michael asks…

anyone works in DUBAI????

i always wanted to work in dubai like maybe as a stewardess or as a hotel reception..or ..or anything with traveling to do...or tourism...

is their anyone in here who works in dubai
something to do with hospitality or tourism?

how did u get this job?
tell me more about ur job...

thanks

admin answers:

Best places to work in with less headache are the 5 star hotels and equivalent or with major airlines.
Try to approach them directly, check their websites for vacancies and newspapers for available jobs
However, you need to be present in the country in case they call you for interview.
Newspapers websites are
www.gnads4u.com
www.khaleejtimes.com
For hotels try to google them

Lisa asks…

How frequent is a flight available from the UK to Dubai?

I am currently studying travel and tourism and need to know this to put in my assignment

admin answers:

British Airways offers flights everyday.

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Questions About Dubai Travel Job Opportunities

Paul asks…

Residency Visa rules for Dubai?

My boyfriend has a job opportunity in Dubai that his considering. He wants me to go with him and so we're trying to find out information on Residency Visas. My boyfriend will obtain residency through his new role as his company will sponsor him but we are confused as to whether I would be able to be sponsored by him taking into account we are not married??

Or would I need to apply for residency myself once I have a job in Dubai?? If I would need to arrange myself then would I need to have a job and my Visas arranged before I travel??

It's all very confusing!!!

Thanks in advance

admin answers:

The rules are very simple.

A boyfriend can not sponsor you.
A husband has to make Dhs 3.ooo and paid housing or Dhs 4.500 without housing.
You can not apply yourself for a residence visa without working in the UAE.
If you come here on a visit visa and get lucky to land a job, your company (sponsor) will arrange the residence visa.

You have three possibilities:
1. You get married and your husband sponsors you.
2. You come here on a visit visa which will be good for 60 days, renew it for another 30 days (Dhs 500) or go on a visa run.
3. You land a job here while on a visit visa. Then all other visa related costs will be on your company.
4. Look for a suitable job opening while still outside the UAE, get hired, have travel expenses paid by the company and enter the UAE on the right entry permit and be in a better position to negotiate a better salary package than being hired here under a local contract.

Right now all the rules might sound confusing, but they are really simple. By coming here on a visit visa to be with your boyfriend and then looking for a job, please be aware that it is considered illegal to live together without being married. In Dubai nobody cares unless somebody complains. Then the Authorities have to take action. Be aware of watchmen and neighbours depending where you live and what Nationalities live in the same building.

If you have any more questions you can email me any time.

Take care.

Steven asks…

Should I go to Dubai to seek employment on a tourist visa?

I don't know anyone in Dubai, don't have any connections. I'm an American IT professional and don't speak Arabic, and single. I have heard of opportunities with great pay, and intrigued by the nature of the life. Should I secure a job interview before I travel, or go blindly and spend perhaps a month there, looking at the classifieds. The latter seems risky.

admin answers:

Hi,

sure you could come here on a visit visa, stay for 90 days and look for a job - but if it doesn't work, it was just wasting money.

Here the "good" jobs with a good salary package you only get through connections or recruitment agencies. With you being an American wanting a great salary I see one problem. Indians are great IT professionals, too, but asking for a lower salary which is still much more than back in their homecountry. And these guys are doing a good job!

Great pay you can expect getting employed by an American or European company which mostly offer beside the salary also housing, transportation and health care. This will make life in Dubai much more easier if you want to keep your living standard.

Here are some links to check out. You also can mail them your resume and then you will get a notice when a suitable opening comes up
.
Http://www.emiratesvillage.com/index.php
www.clarendonparker.com
www.kershawlwonard.com
www.charterhouseme.ae
www.synergy.ae
www.nadia-me.ae
www.hruae.com
www.bayt.com
www.jobs-me.com
www.theemiratesnetwork.com
www.dubaijobs.net
www.uaedubaijobs.com
www.uaestaffing.com
www.mybetterfuture.com
www.jobsindubai.com


If you have any more questions, do not hesitate to email me.

Ken asks…

IS THERE A POLICY BANDING ME IN OTHER COUNTRY IF I HAVE PENDING CREDIT IN DUBAI?

i am terminated from my work due to global crisis, i have pending credit loan when i left dubai uae,its been a year no payment made, rigth now they always pushed me to pay my pending loan at dubai, how can i pay i dont even have a stable work now here in my country, and they always treat me they will band me at international travel band..now i have opportunity go to australia for employment, i have no intention to ran my obligation it just happen im one of the million workers affected of global crisis. my question is there a policy bonding me at international travel because of my unpaid loan in dubai?can i go to australia without questioning at immigration because of my unpaid loans? anyway i will pay my loans if i have stable job.

admin answers:

Nope, there is no policy I know about right now

Nancy asks…

My parents want me to move school practically to the other side of the world?

heeey:) so basically my dads job makes him travel around a lot; he works away so it's normally just me and my mom; but one time we got the opportunity to be a family again, and we moved to Dubai. I was about 10 and was leaving in middle school; I was so upset to leave all the friends I had made. When I went to my new school it was so hard; the education was different the people were different and i found it just so stressful there was no out of school activities however I made friends and got on with life. Then I was told 2 years later I was moving back to my home town because my dad got a job where we couldn't all go:) I was so happy to come back but sad to leave everyone behind. So today I'm told that my dad is getting a new job and we can move to bahrain. I'm in high school now and I have the best friends, best social life, best everything I could ever wish for, im happy at my school and I don't wanna leave; it was so hard for me leaving when I was 10 and I don't wanna go through it all again:(
Please help me xx

admin answers:

You look older than high school, if that's you in your avatar.

Sandra asks…

Please help me improve my response & I'll give you best answer!?

For a childcare job on a cruise ship, I have to answer an application. They're asking- Why do you want to work on a cruise ship (can you make my response sound shorter & less cliche?)

I am looking for new experiences and opportunities in life as well as a possible career in cruise line work. Having lived in Dubai previously I was surrounded by a multi cultural environment and I took pride in learning from a variety of people with different backgrounds. As a sociable person, I enjoy and feel I work my best within a close knit environment. I believe that working on a cruise ship would combine these interests as well as giving me the chance to conventionally travel to places I would not have had the opportunity to visit otherwise.

admin answers:

I think it sounds rather good personally. The only real comment that I have is that the following sentence sounds a bit contradictory.

"As a sociable person, I enjoy and feel I work my best within a close knit environment."

Otherwise you have a better than average response offering honesty and diversity. Nice.

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Questions About Dubai Travel October

Lizzie asks…

I am travelling to Dubai in October need friends there?

hi i am travelling to Dubai alone this October, i will be there for more than a week. i want a friend or a girlfriend there from any country to enjoy and have a great time together. anyone out there. pls get in touch?

admin answers:

Try a personal ads site or a chat room.

Michael asks…

What do i wear to a wedding at the Ritz-Carlton in Dubai?

I am traveling to Dubai at the end of October for a wedding. The wedding is being held at the Ritz-Carlton. I am unsure what I should and what I am allowed to wear?

admin answers:

It depends on whos getting married.
If the people getting married are locals (or come from anywhere in the gulf), then it will probably be a traditional U.A.E wedding. The women usually wear any formal dress or suit they like, with the traditional black abaya over it, and when they get there they take the abaya off. (the weddings are separated.. Men alone and women alone).

If the couple getting married are from anywhere else around the world (not from the gulf), then you can wear any dress you like. The weddings are mixed.

Because the wedding is in the Ritz, then you should probably wear something really classy and elegant.. A long silk gown, with high heels, and lots of jewlery(dont over do it though.. A watch, necklace, average sized earrings, and a bracelet or two will do it)

Joseph asks…

travelling to dubai with 2 babies?

has anybody taking there children on holiday to dubai?we are considering going there in october for two weeks and want to know if there is plenty to do for family with good facilities also what the weather is like at this time of year?

admin answers:

Good weather a little hot, but you will have alot to do here for you and your two kids will have a great time, so many activities dubai is always on top of things

Mandy asks…

With Swiss Air to Dubai?

Anyone who travelled with Swiss Air to Dubai? How's the service and comfort?
They offering Amsterdam - Dubai return ticket for 400 euro all inclusive on certain dates in October/November. Would it be suitable for my 21 year daughter?
Edit "H": No,I didn't and that's why I was wondering if you did got my email 2 weeks ago. Can you resend and I will reply instandly,because you should know something.
@"H": Lufthansa 750 euro? KLM and Emirates are on some dates cheaper then that. Approx 650-700 euro. Even GARUDA is good option for that amount. Very cheap is TAROM from Romania through Boekarest,but I don't know them.

admin answers:

Hi,

just don't worry about any service and/or comfort on a 530 hrs non stop flight for this price. I paid Eur 750 just 2 months ago taking Lufthansa (and that was a promotion). Swiss Air just can't be worse than Lufthansa. Go for it! Sorry I don't have any personal experience byside taking Swiss Air city hoppers from Munich to Basel. I was satisfied.

Ps. Did you get my email?

Carol asks…

Anyone know this Lusaka,Zambia guy?

Anyone know an asian guy who traveled on the Ethiopian airlines from Dubai to Lusaka vai Addis Ababa on 21 October (last week tuesday)? He was wearing blue tshirt and black pants that day.

admin answers:

Nope

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Questions About Dubai Travel Questions

Laura asks…

Hi am travelling to dubai soon urgent question?

Hi guys ok av read some crazy things about dubai how people are jailed etc I get sick a lot when I travel so my question is can I take some medicines like panadol, buscopan etc. I want a holiday and I want to have fun and enjoy a smooth trip.Thank you

admin answers:

You can carry the said medicine and dont worry too much if there is some thing you suspect you should not carry dont carry that--------------cheers

Linda asks…

If 2 years child wants to travel from Mumbai to dubai with her mother in law.Anyno objection certificate reqd?

Question is my daughter is only 2 years old.She wants to travel from mumbai to dubai with her mother in law.My self and wife are already here at Dubai.For emigration clearence at India(Mumbai air port) whether she required a no objection letter from parents?

admin answers:

It would be best if you could have a notarized letter for her to give to the authorities should the need arise. It's always better to be over prepared than under prepared.

Chris asks…

questions about visa to dubai ?

with an american passport,
going to dubai to travel for around 20 days,
can anyone tell me if i need a visa and if so, what kind of visa is easier to get, travel or visit, and how do i apply for it?

thanks:)

admin answers:

As an American passport holder to are entitled to obtain a visa up on arrival. This visa will be valid for 30 days.

Americans do not have to apply for a visa and do not need a sponsor.

Helen asks…

Some questions about Dubai?

I am about to travel there and live for the next year for school. I was just wondering. When did Dubai really begin it's building boom? Also is the internet monitored and certain sites blocked? I know in Iran I wasn't able to access Twitter for a number of days... finally how are the people towards young Americans? Thank you so much.

admin answers:

The U.A.E. Has always been a competitive and dramatically advancing growing country. The construction boom has been on for the last 30 years or more. Real estate and Construction make up most of Dubai. Internet is certainly monitored and censored here. Expect several top websites to be blocked here. Many social networking websites are still open for access. Twitter works here :-) You will meet people from different walks of life and diverse nationalities here- there are 125+ different nationalities in such a small country. In school too - the diversity will be obvious. Nobody is outwardly negative towards Americans, but if you are American expect to make BIG, and I mean BIG adjustments (I've lived in America for a long while during school ;-) . But, you will find a few Americans to mix with. The Iranian community is vast and u can meet many Iranians here. Good Luck!

Carol asks…

Question about travelling to Dubai?

So I might be going to Dubai, but i'll have to travel alone. I'd be staying with a friend and his mum out there. Since I'm only 15 (probs be 16 when I fly) do you think they wouldn't let me in as i'm not staying with family either. Cuz i've heard of some Muslim countries where women can only travel in if they are going to visit family or as part of a tour.

Also, would it be easier to travel on my british or libyan passport?

Thanks in advance,

Jamilla :)
@ WildMan Willy - no lol i didn't meet them online, its just a friend who moved out there a couple years ago. :)

admin answers:

Make sure you know this friend good. I hope its not somebody you met on the internet cuz they might be lieing to you. But anyway if you feel the need to travel there you should have no problem with a passport british or libyan.
Dubai lets visitors into their country, you don't have to be a relative of a native good luckkk

alright jamilla thats a good thing!!!!!!

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Questions About Dubai Travel Guide

Sandy asks…

How do i go about finding cheap hotels in Dubai on yahoo travel?

the yahoo travel hotels with cheap room rates doesn't seem to be real. wonder if anyone could guide me

admin answers:

1. Burj Al Arab N/A
2. Madinat Jumeirah Mina A'Salam $395
3. One & Only Palace at Royal Mirage $72
4. The Fairmont Dubai $186
5. Taj Palace Hotel Dubai $1560
6. Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort ... $491
7. Jumeirah Beach Hotel $221
8. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai $201
9. Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa $201
10. Grand Hyatt Dubai $297
Go to site and choose price range have fun!

Sharon asks…

I am travelling by air for the first time to dubai. kindly guide me for the same.?

its a study tour for indian students to dubai.

admin answers:

Get to the Airport, check in your luggage, go through security for carry on, wait in the boarding area. Board/get on the plane, enjoy the flight, get off the plane in Dubai, stand in line at Immigration, claim you lugagge and hopefully be picked up. That's it.

Welcome to Dubai.

Lisa asks…

Where is the best market for Computers and accessories in Dubai?

I like to travel to Dubai on business, I have not visited Dubai before. I will like to buy some computer accessories. I need a guide to, in and out of Dubai the cheapest way.

admin answers:

1. Khaled Bin Waleed St. (a.k.a Computer St.)
2. Al Ain Center (its in Dubai very close to the above St.)
3. CompuME
4. Plug-Ins

Paul asks…

travel medical insurance for schengen visa?

I want to apply for Schengen visa. It also requires a medical travel insurance. I am based in Bur Dubai, Dubai. Can anyone guide me where can I get it.

admin answers:

Check whether your credit card or your sick insurance covers the requirements of the Schengen countries:
• sick/travel insurance must be valid for all Schengen countries
• sick/travel insurance must include hospital treatment
• sick/travel insurance must in include emergency flight repatriation
• sick/travel insurance must have a value of at least € 30,000 [~160,000 Dirhams]
Alternately check the add-on of the Italian Visa Application Center for sick/travel insurance.
Http://www.vfs-it-ae.com/additional.aspx ..

James asks…

How many Dhirhams are you allowed to carry( legaly)in cash while travelling from India to Dubai ?

How many Dhirhams are you allowed to carry( legaly) in cash while travelling from India to Dubai ?

I hope there is atab to that and I am unable to figure out the same.kindly guide me

admin answers:

All passengers arriving in the country are to declare the cash amounts in their possession, which exceed AED (40.000) Forty thousand or other equivalent currencies and traveling cheques by filling the declaration form designed for this purpose in accordance with the cash amounts declaration system in force in the country; and any passenger whose age is less than 18 years old, shall not be allowed to bring in amounts exceeding the aforementioned limit, and the amounts in his possession shall be added to the allowed limit of his master if he accompanies him.


40.000 Utd. Arab Emir. Dirham = 463.154 Indian Rupee

40.000 Indian Rupee (INR) = 3.736 Utd. Arab Emir. Dirham (AED)

Interbank rate +/- 4%

This means:
You buy 40.000 Utd. Arab Emir. Dirham : 463.154 Indian Rupee
You sell 40.000 Utd. Arab Emir. Dirham : 427.306 Indian Rupee
You buy 40.000 Indian Rupee : 3.736 Utd. Arab Emir. Dirham
You sell 40.000 Indian Rupee : 3.451 Utd. Arab Emir. Dirham

Median price = 11.12775 / 11.13351 (bid/ask)
Estimated price based on daily US dollar rates.



Take care

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Questions About Dubai Travel Insurance

Susan asks…

is travel insurance mandatory for travel in dubai?

admin answers:

Travel insurance is mandatory for Dubai and for that matter all countries these days.

Richard asks…

Can you buy anti-terrorism insurance for when you travel to Dubai?

admin answers:

Nope, I don't mind the holy spirit is going to protect me.

Charles asks…

we are travelling to dubai for couple of days then to india, me and my family and wanted to know where the?

best place to buy travel medical insurance from, we are travelling from usa

admin answers:

Normally, whenever I travel outside the residence of where I am insured - I also purchase an additional travel insurance exclusive to my travelling dates.

This type of insurance is normally being recommended by the travel agencies since they are the correct person to recommend and who knows most of the conditions, advantages, disadvantages, etc.

Check out with your travel agent.

Good luck !!!

Maria asks…

Road Trip Dubai to Jeddah?

I am planning to travel via Road from Dubai to Jeddah, and wanted to perform Umrah as well.
Question
1) I have car, but on lease. Can i Travel on that car?
2) If i have documents from Bank that i can travel do i have to take permission from RTA?
3) Do i need Car Insurance of Saudia Region?
4) How many hours drive is there from Dubai to Riyadh and Riyadh to Jeddah
5) Is there is only one route or more from Dubai to Riyadh
Thank u.. But any idea what documents are require, other than visa & passport at the Border while going to Saudia???

admin answers:

As i know
1- yes u can but, put u have to bring a permission from the bank to travel.
2- is your document to travil outside country then u can.
3-no no need to insurance and if it is needed then from the board.
4- from duabi to riyadh 8-10 hours according to speed. And also 8-9 hour from riyadh to jedah.
5- from emarit to riyadh there is 2 road but the nearest is thou alkarj. And riyadh to jeddah only one road.

Robert asks…

Indian insurance with coverage abroad?

I am an Indian citizen who will soon be travelling to the UAE on my husband's sponsored visa. I am looking for an insurance policy to be taken in India. It has to cover pregnancy and epilepsy costs in hospitals in UAE, more specifically in Dubai and Sharjah. I prefer to pay the premium in Rupees. Any suggestions?

admin answers:

My name is niren,i working with max new york life insurance co. Ltd,we will provide the insurance by on line process,please give me your mail id i will provide you more details,
my mail id is-- diptiniren@ymail.com

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Questions About Dubai Travel Needs

Jenny asks…

Do citizens of European Union need visa to travel to Dubai?

I am thinking about going for a short while to Dubai for vacation and I'm wondering if I need a vise to do that. I ahve the passport of the European Union. Many thanks in advance, every help is very apprechiated.

admin answers:

It depends from which country of the EU you are from. Please visit the link giving below and see which nationalities are able to obtain a 30 days visa up on arrival.
Http://www.dubaifaqs.com/visa-arrival-dubai-free-nationalities.php

All others have to apply for a visa in advance through a travel agent, hotel or Emirates Airline.

Your EU passport just states that your country belongs to the EU and hasn't any effect on visa rules outside the EU.

Take care.

Helen asks…

What do I need to travel to Dubai if I have USA citizenship?

admin answers:

If you are concerned contact their embassy.

George asks…

What innoculations do I need to travel to Dubai?

admin answers:

Http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/questions/category/index.aspx?categoryId=67

This link might help

John asks…

i am a us passport holder who leaves in Harare Zimbabwe and I intend to travel to Dubai,do I need a visa?

If visa is recquired,please state how I can obtain it

admin answers:

Generally available on arrival, but why not find a UAE embassy web site. They will have a list of countries that need a special visa. However your travel agent or the airline may be able to help.

Mark asks…

What is the name of the islands on the way from Dubai to Abudabhi - Need a UAE travel helpout?

I went to UAE last year and on the way from Dubai to Abudabhi we saw a pair of Islands
One Starts with S and he other I don't know
Its artificially built in water
Need to know their name!!

Please help!!

admin answers:

The man made islands are named the Palm Island and the World Island in English.

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