Dubai Travel Tips
Dubai is a city of merchants, cultural crossroads, second largest of the seven United Arab Emirates. A country where the dust of the desert is clearing to reveal the potential for one of the most significant international cities of the 21st century.
A Few Facts About Dubai
Currency
The currency of the UAE is the Dirham. 100 Fils make up 1 Dirham.
Capital City
Abu Dhabi
Tipping
Most restaurants in Dubai will include a 10% service tax and a municipality tax. If the restaurant does not add a service tax the appropriate tip is approximately 10%. You may also choose to tip your waiter directly if you were happy with the service.
Visa
Australian Passport holders are issued a visa on arrival for stays of up to 60 days free of charge.
Language
The official language of the UAE is Arabic, however English is widely spoken
Climate
Most restaurants in Dubai will include a 10% service tax and a municipality tax. If the restaurant does not add a service tax the appropriate tip is approximately 10%. You may also choose to tip your waiter directly if you were happy with the service.
Handling Fees
A compulsory handling fee will be charged on all bookings made for Dubai. The handling fee includes meet and assist of every passenger prior to Immigration and Custom Authorities, to the awaiting transfer.
Transfers
A compulsory handling fee will be charged on all bookings made for Dubai. The handling fee includes meet and assist of every passenger prior to Immigration and Custom Authorities, to the awaiting transfer.