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Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

by christina77 Online Now Jun 26, 2003 at 6:11 AM

I am planning to go to Dubai during September, but I am having second thoughts after what I've read about the terrorist attacks on the 12th of May,,,, I don't know what to do.... Any advice please!!!!!!!?????

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    Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by leonik Online Now Jun 26, 2003 at 7:07 AM

    Dubai is very safe, having very high levels of security! I was there on the 10th to the 12th of June and i returned in one unscathed piece ('cept for a sunburn). So, worry not and have a great time in Dubai!

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    Re: Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by Loubna Online Now Jun 26, 2003 at 7:15 AM

    Go ahead and have a great time, remember that the media always make events sound more sensational than they actually are ;o)

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    Re: Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by CliffClaven Online Now Jun 26, 2003 at 7:20 AM

    Now you ask this question - just two days after I booked a hotel in Dubai!!! Think of it this way: you are probably at greater risk driving to the airport in your home country. Or compare the risk of being the victim of a terrorist or any other attack in Dubai with the risk of being murdered in LA or Washington.....

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    Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by colin_bramso Online Now Jun 27, 2003 at 1:21 AM

    I agree, Dubai's a very safe place. And a fabulous place, so don't miss it!

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    Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by babar_1 Online Now Jun 27, 2003 at 1:45 AM

    Dubai is safe...even safer than London.

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    Re: Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by Loubna Online Now Jun 27, 2003 at 4:34 AM

    Christina, Are these postings reassuring you to go for it?

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  • Re: Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by asimk Online Now Jun 28, 2003 at 12:43 AM

    I agree with Loubna when she says that the media always make events sound more sensational than they actually are, so dont worry about security or anything ..... as I was in Riyadh when those May 12 attacks took place and being an expat I felt more secure in the gulf region then anywhere else in the world. So go to Dubai ...... and I can assure you that you will have a great ..... the only negative thing about Dubai or almost all the gulf countries is that it really is quite hot out here.

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    Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by wto Online Now Jun 28, 2003 at 1:11 AM

    I was in Dubai a couple of weeks ago and it wasn't my first trip there. Believe me (and the oher replys). Dubai is the safest place I have ever been. Women walking alone at night in the dark was a strange sight for me the first time there, but they can in safety. Not something my wife relishes at home!! Have a great time, but be careful of the Sun (take PF20, available at duty free shops) it really works.

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    Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by worshik Online Now Jul 6, 2003 at 5:58 AM

    Dubai is a very safe place.As there is no much of politicians here...its safe even in the night

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  • Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by moons Online Now Jul 9, 2003 at 12:02 AM

    please use sun protection above 30 as the sun can be very harsh. Tell us when you get back how you have enjoyed the safety levels maintained in dubai ;) we promise not to be surprised . Have a good time.

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  • Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by amna_alshamsi Online Now Jul 13, 2003 at 1:30 AM

    Do not even have a second thought about it, fly to Dubai it is 100% secure and enjoyment ....

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  • Re: Is it safe to go on holidays in Dubai?

    by Mou Online Now Nov 14, 2004 at 8:43 PM

    It is safe and you won't regret it. There is only one problem that you might face, you are very beautiful.

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