What You Need to Know When Travelling to Dubai

Dubai is an island and emirate within the United Arab Emirates famed for ultramodern architecture, luxury shopping and a dynamic nightlife scene. Burj el Arab, an eight-storey tower, dominates the skyline. At its height Burj ul Arab is home to the worlds tallest building, the Burj el Arab. At its centre sits a sparkling new Dubai Creek which is Dubai's largest manmade water body. At its bases are two artificial islands - The Palm and Atlantis - which have marine-elephant and water parks, water sports activities and water-skiing.

Along with all these enticing attractions Dubai also has a number of cultural attractions that have made it a fast growing tourist destination. Because Dubai is an Islamic country, it prohibits alcohol within its borders. 

However, alcohol is tolerated for consumption by a few qualified individuals who purchase a small quantity from approved vendors. If you're travelling to Dubai with your family or friends, the authorities do take alcohol consumption very seriously and have issued a number of national regulations covering both consumption and sale of alcohol in Dubai.

There are several other forbidden items that you may be prohibited from bringing with you when travelling to Dubai. 

These include the following:

1. Food, 

2. Fireworks, 

3. Drugs, 

4. Explosives, 

5. Gambling, 

6. Sex toys (including thongs), and alcoholic beverages. 

The authorities in Dubai continually advise against carrying these banned items through the airport as some have been found to contain chemicals or explosives. It's highly recommended that you check with the local authorities before travelling to avoid being ripped off. The same applies if you are flying into Dubai and attempting to bring prohibited items onto flight.

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The same applies if you are travelling to Dubai with family or friends. You must check in with local customs and make sure that all of the prohibited items are checked in with you. If not, they may refuse to take them on board. This can be a hassle, but it is better to be safe than sorry and check in with the local authorities about your journey to avoid a headache down the line.

Alcohol is strictly prohibited within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and all passengers bound for Dubai must show their valid photo ID before they are allowed to board the aircraft. You will need to have a photo identification card produced in your name. The same applies for alcohol, fireworks, and drugs. You cannot consume any of these items in Dubai, even though locals may be tempted to offer you alcohol at bars and restaurants.

When travelling in Dubai, you need to check in with the airline ticket counter. You can expect to pay heavy duty fees for bringing large amounts of bags or luggage through the country. Uneven tonne-averages of bags can increase the cost of your ticket. For this reason, you should check in your carry-on luggage or hand luggage.

The airlines are strict when it comes to the check-in and checking out. They place restrictions on check-ins and remove belongings from the aircraft once they reach their destination. You will need to produce a list of all items in your luggage as well as information about the airline. If you want to check in with a particular airline, ask the agent to give you details about their rules.

Conclusion 

Dubai has a very strict travel policy. You need to be aware of the laws of the country before travelling. You must follow the law and carry out proper checks to avoid being charged with fraud or breach of visa regulations. By following these tips you can avoid many problems while travelling to Dubai.