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Life in Abu Dhabi - What You Need to Know Before You Go

Life in Abu Dhabi - What You Need to Know Before You Go
By Elspeth Wrigley

It is easy to love the quality of life in Abu Dhabi - Sparkling wine bars; year round sun, state-of-the-art resorts and luxury shopping malls all lead to really attractive holidays in this Emirate.

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and very tolerant and welcoming of visitors from various other citizenships and faiths; however, even if the sun is out, you must not neglect that you attend in a Muslim country. Recent press records about salacious coastline behaviour, in neighbouring Emirate Dubai, highlight the should keep in mind the basic standards of courteous behavior whilst holidaying here:

Outfit:
There are no restrictions of gown for women but, please unless you get on the beach or in the pool location of your hotel, you must dress decently. If your skirt is as well short or leading too revealing, you will certainly be triggering an offence to UAE nationals. You must wear swimsuit on the beach/pool - no slim dipping in Abu Dhabi. During Ramadan visitors are asked to dress modestly i.e. tee shirts that cover shoulders and not using short skirts/shorts in public places.

Alcohol:
Not consuming alcohol in a public place (i.e. coastline, street). It is an offense to be or seeming intoxicated in a public place. Including not drinking and driving - if you are in an accident it is not just the vehicle driver that will be punished, (beverage connected offences command extreme fines) travelers also may be held for intentionally getting involved in a car with a motorist who has been consuming alcohol. Play secure and take among the 'limousine design' cabs back to your hotel.

The age restriction for being served alcohols is 21. This is strictly implemented and if you look under age you must carry ID with you.

Health
If you are expectant, then take your marriage certification together with you. If you need clinical support you will be needed to show that you are wed before you could get antenatal medical support.

Pictures
Be delicate about taking photos. You ought to never photo nationwide Emirati females or any type of army facility.

Ramadan
During Ramadan, which lasts for one lunar month, it is forbidden to consume alcohol, eat or smoke during in a public place throughout daytime hours. This includes chewing periodontal. Hotels will certainly make plans for you to either dine behind a screened area or space solution.

Owning
If you hire a car and you are involved in a roadway website traffic mishap you have to stick with your vehicle up until the cops get here. [http://www.abudhabi-luxury-island.com]

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