{"id":548,"date":"2022-02-03T11:54:40","date_gmt":"2022-02-03T11:54:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homessociety.com\/blog\/?p=548"},"modified":"2022-04-26T16:57:38","modified_gmt":"2022-04-26T16:57:38","slug":"dubai-city-guide-a-step-by-step-guide-to-the-city-of-gold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homessociety.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/03\/dubai-city-guide-a-step-by-step-guide-to-the-city-of-gold\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai City Guide: A Step by Step Guide to the ‘City of Gold’"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dubai City Guide<\/em><\/span><\/strong> is our next step in the City Guides series of articles. Dubai is one of the wealthiest of the seven emirates that make up the federation of the United Arab Emirates. Established in the 18th century as a fishing village, the city quickly grew in the early 21st century into a cosmopolitan metropolis with a focus on tourism and hospitality, becoming one of the world\u2019s most popular tourist destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Also: CITY GUIDE: DISCOVER THE INVICTUS PORTO CITY AND ALL ITS WONDER<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nDubai City Guide<\/strong>
The City of Gold<\/strong>\n<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The city of Dubai is full of contrasts. There\u2019s the glittering cityscape, with buildings that defy conception; the modern array of boutiques and cafes, with everything a tourist could want; and the opulent hotels, ready to welcome even the most discerning traveler in style and excess. Then there\u2019s the desert, with its rolling hills of sand imprinted with the footprints of Arabian oryx and gazelles; the souks, with their maze of booths and bins filled with a rainbow of spices, the aroma filling the air; and the classic abra boats ferrying riders over the Dubai Creek.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nDubai City Guide<\/strong>
Coming of Age<\/strong>\n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the last few decades, the city has grown from its desert port roots to become a large metropolis with bustling neighborhoods, world-record-breaking towers, and extravagant shopping malls (excavation work on the famed Burj Khalifa didn\u2019t even begin until January 2004). Today, Dubai can be both fast and slow\u2014a place to eat avocado toast and relax on the beach, a place to appreciate a desert conservation reserve, and a place to shop \u2019til you drop or party the night away all in the same day. These contrasts are what make the city as dynamic and interesting as it is, and what makes it so much fun to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nDubai City Guide<\/strong>
Exploration<\/strong>\n<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Which is the best time to go?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dubai is hot all year, but with average temperatures in December, winter is one of the best times to visit. Those who enjoy packing a sweater will be pleased to know that early mornings and evenings in the desert are much cooler, and air conditioning is widely available throughout Dubai. Another reason to visit during the winter is the Dubai Shopping Festival, which takes place every January and features great deals, live entertainment, and raffles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things You Need to Know, Before You Visit<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In many ways, Dubai is a modern city, but there are certain rules that everyone, including tourists, must follow. When it comes to clothing, modesty is preferred, and while you may see people wearing almost anything, it\u2019s best to cover your shoulders and knees to be respectful (think a t-shirt and a midi skirt or jeans for women). Visitors who venture outside of the city to visit a mosque, such as the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in nearby Abu Dhabi, must dress even more modestly. Even for solo female travelers, Dubai is a very safe city, and there is a separate police department dedicated to tourists. Nonetheless, Dubai is a major city, and all visitors should exercise normal safety precautions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to Stay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n