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Can someone please enlighten me about tipping in Dubai??? Thanks! :)

Alright, so I've heard that some clubs in Dubai are racist towards East Asians and deny them entrance at the club.
Is this true? I'm Asian, but I've been raised in Europe my entire life, and I'm going there on a vacation for a week with my best friend. We wanna check out the nightlife of Dubai, so I'm just wondering if I should take the chance?
Also, how strict are the clubs in Dubai? I've heard that in some places, they will grant you access even if you are under 21, but you'll have to pay a higher entrance fee.
Any help would be very much appreciated! :)

hi i am rehan razza
22 year old male
i am working as comuter operator in my country since 2 years
i want to come in dubai on visit visa and wana search for a job.
any one can plzz guide me on the right way that how to come and search job.
i also have experience as graphic designer

Hi people/.

I am trying to mbook flys on fly dubai/register for the sight

I keep putting in my mobile/house phone on the website and the stupid thing comes up saying Please enter the area dialling code Please enter a phone number.

And this is really frustrating me becuase 1 this is the online airline that i know that has so much jargon to get flights and number 2 i need this return flight so i can get a visa from the consulate

Can anyone tell me how i can bypase these stupid phone number. I have tried typping various numbers and they wont let me through not even my real mobile number would work.

Ill give thumbs up to all that can help me

I don't know if this is the kind of question that can be answered, but would anyone be able to enlighten me on the price of a taxi from the airport to the Jumeira Rotana Dubai Hotel (a distance of about 6 miles)
Thanks in advance! :)

I am looking for a great place/area in Dubai to buy some antique Omani/Yemeni silver- anklets, necklaces... Any help would be appreciated. How much should I bargain as well.
Thanks!

Hi I'm a 20 year old woman who is planning to stay alone in dubai for couple of days. I have been seeing hotels in Rolla Street in Bur Dubai and Al Salahuddin Street in Deira District. I'm staying alone so I'll probably be going out alone and I wanted to know which one is better or a safer area. Also, does anyone know what is the minimum age requirement for hotel check-in at / Royal Falcon Hotel and Ramee Hotel Apartments , I haven't found it on the internet. Thanks a lot !

On route to Sydney, my friend and I are stopping in Dubai for 2 or 3 nights. Staying in Jumeira Beach, I want to know: how safe is the public transport from the airport to the hotel and back again? And is it easy to see the sights? eg: Burj Al Arab/ Burj Khalifa/ Shopping areas

Any help or advice will be greatly appreciated! Thanks :)

What are the shopping facilities like in Dubai? Are UK retail stores operating in Dubai a reflection of the UK stores? Do they provide the same stock, are they as busy and are they more expensive?

visiting dubai through dubai airport questions: 1. do filipinos living in saudi arabia need visa or we can get it at airport? 2. good area to stay for family of 4 (2 adults, 2 teens), 3-star hotels or service apartment. 3. things to do for a 3-night stay. 4. transportation, etc. thanks for any response!

Anyone know about the Dubai Travel Pass? How much does it cost? What are its content items? Can get it at the airport arrival?

Is the Jumeirah Monorail still in service? Very limited info about it online. Is it a convenient way to travel to the Atlantis Hotel?

It is possible to buy timed tickets at http://www.burjkhalifa.ae/... For instance I am able to buy a ticket for 5 pm. Is it good for going up the observation deck at any time between 5 pm and 6 pm (I realize, that you're allowed to stay at the deck as long as you want). I realize, that the elevator takes only one minute to go up, but do I have to face (long) waiting times? Or is it sufficient to arrive at Burj Khalifa or instance at 5 pm to be at the observation deck within 15 minutes? Unfortunately I've a very tight schedule...

I should like to ask you about what can I do in a week in Dubai , but unfortunately I will be in the airport for seven hours , next February , early in the morning Do you recommend me to leave the airport and see some highlights of Dubai in order to get a quick flash of the city or just relax and visit the shops (?) Is time enough to go to town ? What is more convenient Metro or taxi? What would you visit in this shortbtime ? Thank you Gracias !!!

My boyfriend and I are staying at the Kempinski hotel, Ajman, in late May and I was hoping for some first hand advice on acceptable behaviour for unmarried couples within the hotel/ on the beach please? I have checked and they are fine for us to share a room! Obviously, we're not planning on any public heavy petting, but a bit of light romance - holding hands etc would be nice! I'm guessing we must be very conservative at the airport and outside the hotel? Any answers gratefully received as Google searches are giving very conflicting answers. Thanks

Dears, I received a job offer from a Dubai based company and I am not sure about the cost of the life there? Renting good flat? Car?..... Regards; AG

Is it worth to visit Burj Khalifa at night too? Respectively why is the afternoon the best time to visit Burj Khalifa? When looking at the map, I supposed, that sun would glare at the afternoon, so that the northwestern parts of Jumeirah Beach including the most famous attractions like the palm and Burj Al-Arab can't be seen well? Or can't they be seen anyway and one can only see the skyline around Dubai world trade center and the creek?

Hello, I am coming to Dubai next month for relaxing . while I in Dubai I want to buy some auto spare parts and used tires, where can I found these in Dubai, Thank you,

Hi, I am coming to Visit Dubai for 10 days from 1st Feb 2013 with my 7 years old Son. My friends are saying that its is better to avoid rent a car in Dubai as sometime they make problems buy charging extra plus showing the previous damages. It happens to 2-3 families and they were very upset. Does any one know about the private taxi person who is reliable and is available for 10 days. I also need accommodation place either in hotel or can share with other VT members if available VT members advice will be highly appreciated.

Since Friday is one of the 2 days of the "weekend" in Dubai, which days are best for touring when all of the must-see places are open all day ? Thanks for any responses.

My husband and I are flying to South Africa in February stopping over in Dubai for 4 nights. Can anyone advise on any cheaper hotels in Dubai close to the beach and restaurants please (around100 per night). Also, what is worth seeing in Dubai? Thanks Monika :-)

I havent used Rebelfone Rental phone services before. Please tell me if anybody has used it. Would like to hear from you. Thanks in advance.

Hi, I'm wondering if someone can tell me if it is worth it to pay for an afternnon tea at this hotel, the only interest is taking pictures. Or if there is another hotel with the perfect picture view of the Burj Al Arab ? I would like to hear comments about both experiences Thank you for your kind replies

Hi, I am a 22 year old Filipino. I already have my family visit visa for Dubai which shall expire after 90 days. But all the airlines say that I must be 23 years old to travel alone from the Philippines. I'll be turning 23 in 5 mos. What do I do? :(

Hi, I am coming to Dubai for work for six months, I am very religious person, I am Buddhist, I pray every day two times a day in my temple at my house. When I come to Dubai will bring my small temple with me so can pray. My question is it OK to bring my small temple with me to Dubai. Kuttaa

Hello everyone! We are traveling to Dubai soon and I was wondering for awhile about the payment options there. Are credit/debit cards widely accepted, for example supermarkets, smaller restaurants and shops etc, or there will be a problem and having cash is a must? Of course we don't expect to get going there with 100% online payment but how far can we go with cards? Also can we exchange some currency upon arriving there on the airport (after midnight) or we should arrange that before boarding the plane to Dubai? Any opinions, suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks, Daniel

Hi, going in April and hopwefully staying at marriott Courtyard ( soemthing area called Green). Question is April OK weather wise. whats the area around Courtyard is this area Ok for communicating to sights and teh beach?. Are there any restaurants walking distance from the hotel, thanks sam

Hello All, I would be travelling to Dubai via Muscat.Would be in transit at the airport for two hours.Can anyone suggest good areas to roam around at the airport ? thanks, Chetan.

I would like to visit the tower and have read you can buy a ticket voucher from a travel agent for 100 dirhams opposed to 400 dirhams online. Can anyone advise me where and how to buy voucher?. Plus must you buy voucher weeks in advance as i would not like to risk not getting a ticket once there. many thanks

Dear All, Visiting Dubai from 22-25 December.Wanted to know following things , I would be staying at Hotel Fortune Pearl ,Deira 1. What is Deira- is this a small city ? 2.Good indian eat outs near Hotel Fortune Pearl. 3. Average cost for a indian lunch and dinner in dubai. 4.Average transporation cost- by taxi/metro/bus etc if need to visit malls etc 5.Average cost for fruits like apple,banana etc. thanks, Chetan.