Useful info about Dubai
Practical content about the city — how to use the map, what to see and how to plan your trip.
Renting an Apartment in Dubai in 2026: Rent Prices by District and How to Sign a Lease
How much it costs to rent an apartment in Dubai in 2026: rent prices across 13 districts, payment by cheques, deposit, Ejari, agent fee and how to check whether a rent increase is legal.
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Taxes in the UAE in 2026: 0% Income Tax, Freelancers, VAT and Corporate Tax
Which taxes you actually pay in the UAE in 2026: 0% personal income tax, 9% corporate tax, 5% VAT, freelancer thresholds, tax residency and the TRC — a practical guide for expats.
Jobs in Dubai in 2026: How to Find Work and Get a UAE Work Visa
How to find a job in Dubai in 2026: where to look for vacancies, the job seeker visa for AED 200–400, the work visa process step by step, who pays for it and how to spot a scam.
Cost of Living in Dubai in 2026: What a Single Person, a Couple and a Family Need
Cost of living in Dubai in 2026: a single person spends ≈4,000–6,000 AED without rent, a family from 14,500. Rent, DEWA, groceries, transport, schools and budgets.
Salaries in Dubai in 2026: Pay by Profession and What Makes Up the Package
How much people earn in Dubai in 2026: the average salary is around AED 16,000–18,000 a month, plus a table of pay ranges by job, the expat package, gratuity and zero income tax.
Yacht Rental and Boat Cruise in Dubai: Prices, Routes and What's Included (2026)
Yacht rental and boat cruise in Dubai 2026: shared cruise and private charter prices by yacht size, the route along the Marina and the Palm, what's included and how to book.
Diving in Dubai: Spots, Prices and Where to Start as a Beginner (2026)
Diving in Dubai 2026 for beginners and experienced divers: try dives, PADI courses, Deep Dive Dubai and the Fujairah dive sites — prices, spots and how to book.
Dubai Tours and Excursions: Which to Choose, Prices and How to Book (2026)
Every Dubai excursion in one guide: city tours, Abu Dhabi, yachts, helicopters, skydiving, diving and safaris. 2026 prices, what's included, how to book and what to look out for.
Abu Dhabi Day Trip from Dubai: Itinerary, Prices and What to See in a Day (2026)
A day trip to Abu Dhabi from Dubai: the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre, 2026 group and private tour prices, what to fit in, the dress code and how to get there on your own.
Dubai City Tour: What's Included, Prices and Whether to Hire a Guide (2026)
Dubai city tour 2026: Big Bus, group and private tours with a guide — prices, route through the old and new city, and how to choose the right one.
Helicopter Ride Over Dubai: Routes, Prices and Where to Book (2026)
Helicopter ride over Dubai 2026: 12–40 minute routes and prices, two departure pads, weight limits, gyrocopter status and how to book.
Skydiving in Dubai (Skydive Dubai): Prices, Locations and How to Book (2026)
Skydiving in Dubai (Skydive Dubai) 2026: Palm and Desert prices, what's included, weight and age limits, how the tandem jump works and how to book.
Alcohol in Dubai: Where to Buy It, Prices and Rules for Tourists (2026)
Can you drink alcohol in Dubai, where can a tourist buy it, is a licence needed, prices in bars and shops and what gets you fined. A full guide for 2026.
Pharmacies in Dubai: 24-Hour, Medicine Delivery and Prescriptions (2026)
Where pharmacies are in Dubai, which are open 24 hours, whether you need a prescription, how to order medicine delivery and which drugs are banned. A tourist's guide for 2026.
Hospitals and Clinics in Dubai: Where Tourists and Expats Should Go (2026)
The best hospitals and clinics in Dubai: public and private, where there are Russian-speaking doctors, how a clinic differs from a hospital and how to check a licence. A 2026 guide.
Money in Dubai: Currency, Exchange and Which Cards Work (2026)
What currency Dubai uses, where to exchange money at a good rate, whether Russian cards work, whether you can pay by card and how much cash to bring. Money guide 2026.
Dress Code in Dubai: How a Tourist Should Dress in 2026
What you can wear in Dubai as a tourist: clothing in the city, malls, on the beach and in a mosque. Dress code for women and men, what not to wear and Ramadan nuances.
Healthcare in Dubai: Insurance, Hospitals, Pharmacies and Ambulance (2026)
How healthcare in Dubai works: whether tourists and residents need insurance, where to go, emergency numbers, hospitals and pharmacies. A full guide for visitors in 2026.
Health Insurance for a UAE Resident: DHA, Employer and Family (2026)
Compulsory health insurance for a Dubai resident: who pays, what is covered, how to insure your family and whether it is needed for a visa. A guide to DHA insurance for 2026.
Dubai Weather Month by Month: Air and Sea Temperature (2026)
Dubai weather month by month: air and water temperature, when it's hot, when the season is, and when it's best to go. A month-by-month table and tourist tips for 2026.
Dubai Laws and Rules of Conduct: What a Tourist Can and Cannot Do (2026)
The main rules of Dubai for tourists: behaviour in public, alcohol, photos, clothing, what you cannot bring in and what gets you fined. A clear guide without myths.
Ramadan in Dubai: What a Tourist Needs to Know (2026–2027)
Is it worth going to Dubai during Ramadan, how a tourist should behave, do restaurants and shops work, what iftar is and when Ramadan falls in 2027. A full guide.
SIM Card and Internet in Dubai: eSIM, du and Etisalat for Tourists (2026)
Where to buy a SIM card in Dubai, how much mobile internet costs, how eSIM works and the du and Etisalat tourist plans. Wi-Fi and connectivity for tourists in 2026.
Ambulance and Emergency Numbers in Dubai: What to Do in an Emergency (2026)
What the ambulance number in Dubai is (998), how to call for help, whether the ambulance is paid for tourists, where you are taken after an injury and what to do in a road accident. UAE emergency numbers for 2026.
How Much Treatment Costs in Dubai: Appointments, Check-Ups, Childbirth (2026)
Approximate prices for medicine in Dubai: a doctor's appointment, tests, a check-up, dentistry and childbirth. How much treatment costs without insurance and how to save. A guide for 2026.
Insurance for a Trip to Dubai: What You Need and How to Use It (2026)
Whether you need insurance for a Dubai visa, what coverage to choose, what is included and how to use the policy on the ground. A guide to travel medical insurance in 2026.
Taxis in Dubai: Fares, Careem and Uber for Tourists (2026)
How much a taxi costs in Dubai, how to order via Careem and Uber, RTA fares, the airport surcharge and how taxis differ from the metro. A full tourist guide for 2026.
Tax Free in Dubai: How a Tourist Reclaims VAT in 2026
How Tax Free works in Dubai: reclaiming 5% VAT as a tourist, the minimum purchase amount, where to validate at the airport and how much you get back. Step-by-step 2026 guide.
Banned Medicines in the UAE: What You Cannot Bring into Dubai (2026)
Which medicines are banned from import to the UAE, how to carry prescription drugs, what you cannot take through Dubai customs and how to get a permit. A 2026 guide.
Legalization and Attestation of Documents in the UAE: The Complete Guide
Attestation (legalization) of documents in the UAE: diplomas, certificates, powers of attorney — steps, MOFA, online and courier, translation into Arabic.
Emirates ID in Dubai: How to Apply, Renew and Replace It
Emirates ID in the UAE: applying alongside your residence visa, renewal, replacement if lost, biometrics, timelines and online applications via ICP and UAE Pass.
Connecting Electricity and Water in Dubai (DEWA): A Guide
How to connect electricity and water in Dubai through DEWA: online move-in, deposit, documents, paying bills and getting the deposit back when you move out.
UAE Residence Visa in 2026: How to Get and Renew It
UAE residence visa: how to get and renew it, sponsoring family, applying online via GDRFA, and the role of the Emirates ID. Visa types, timelines and fines.
Good Conduct Certificate in Dubai: How to Get a Police Clearance
Good Conduct Certificate in the UAE (Police Clearance): how to apply online via the Dubai Police app, documents, fingerprints and legalisation explained.
How to Check and Pay Fines in Dubai: Dubai Police and RTA (2026)
How to check Dubai fines by plate, licence or Emirates ID via Dubai Police and RTA, pay online with a 35% discount and avoid rental-car fine surprises.
Renting a Car and Driving in Dubai: The Complete Guide (2026)
How to rent a car in Dubai: which licence and IDP you need, the credit-card deposit, Salik toll roads, parking, cheap fuel and automatic camera fines.
Free Things to Do in Dubai: What to See Without a Ticket (2026)
What to see in Dubai for free: the dancing fountains, JBR and Marina promenades, Kite Beach, the old town of Al Fahidi, the souks and the abra. A budget route for 2026.
Where to Live Cheaply in Dubai: Budget Districts (2026)
Where to live cheaply in Dubai 2026: budget districts — Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Karama, Al Barsha, JVC, International City. Prices, pros and cons, metro and malls nearby.
Petrol Prices in Dubai and the UAE in 2026
How much petrol costs in Dubai and the UAE: as of July 2026, 95 octane is 3.29 AED and 98 octane 3.40 AED per litre. The state sets prices and revises them monthly.
Food Prices in Dubai in 2026: Restaurants, Fast Food, Groceries
How much it costs to eat in Dubai in 2026: fast food 25-45 AED, shawarma 15-35, dinner out 60-120. Prices at cafes, supermarkets and where to eat cheaply.
Prices for Attractions and Tours in Dubai (2026)
How much a ticket to Burj Khalifa, a desert safari, a water park and a theme park costs in Dubai in 2026. Current prices in dirhams, handy tables and how to save.
What to See in Dubai in 3 Days: A Ready-Made Itinerary (2026)
A 3-day Dubai itinerary for 2026: modern Downtown and Burj Khalifa, the old town and souks, the Palm, the Marina and a desert safari. With a table, budget and map.
Where to Live in Dubai Long-Term: The Best Areas for Expats (2026)
Where to live in Dubai as an expat in 2026: the best areas to live and rent — Marina, JVC, Dubai Hills, Mirdif, Silicon Oasis, Business Bay. Prices, schools, community, tips.
Nol Card in Dubai: Types, Where to Buy and How to Top Up (2026)
The Nol card is Dubai's single fare payment. We break down the Silver, Gold, Red and Blue types, which to pick as a tourist, where to buy it and how to top up.
Dubai Metro: Map, Lines, Prices and How to Use It in 2026
Dubai Metro in 2026: 2 driverless lines, payment by Nol card, fares from ~3 AED by zone. Lines, operating hours, carriage classes and the route from the airport.
Parking in Dubai: Zones, Tariffs and How to Pay (2026)
Dubai paid zones, tariffs of 2–6 AED/hour, free on Sundays and holidays, parking is paid Mon–Sat 8:00–22:00. How to pay by SMS and in the app.
Traffic Rules and Driving in Dubai: Speed Limits, Rules and Quirks (2026)
Driving in Dubai in 2026: right-hand traffic, limits of 60–140 km/h, cameras everywhere, drink-driving — a strict zero. The key rules and highway quirks.
Dubai's Most Prestigious Neighbourhoods: Where to Live Premium (2026)
Dubai's prestigious and elite neighbourhoods 2026: Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, DIFC, Dubai Hills, Jumeirah. Where the priciest homes are, who they suit and the cost.
Best Dubai Neighbourhoods for Families with Kids: Where to Stay (2026)
Best Dubai neighbourhoods for families with kids 2026: Marina, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, JVC, Dubai Hills, Mirdif. Where it's safe, with parks and beaches, and the cost.
Dubai Seaside Neighbourhoods: Where to Stay Near the Beach (2026)
Dubai seaside neighbourhoods 2026: where to live near the beach — Marina, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim. Price comparison, who they suit and what to pick.
Salik — Dubai's Toll Roads: How It Works and What It Costs (2026)
Salik in Dubai — electronic toll gates with no stopping. Dynamic tariff of 4.20–6.30 AED incl. VAT, free at night. How tolls are paid in a rental car.
Dubai Metro Map: Stations, Lines and Zones (2026)
Dubai Metro map and scheme in 2026: two lines (red and green), key stations, Union and BurJuman interchanges, 7 fare zones and where to download it.
Traffic Fines in Dubai: Amounts, Black Points and How to Check (2026)
Dubai traffic fines 2026: amounts from 300 to 3000 AED, black points, how to check and pay via Dubai Police and RTA, discounts up to 50%. Tourists are no exception.
Dubai Metro Fares: Prices by Zone (2026)
Dubai Metro fares by zone from ~3 AED, how the price is calculated, the 14 AED daily cap, 30-day passes and Gold class. Plus a taxi comparison and saving tips.
Driving Licences in the UAE for Tourists: Do You Need an International One (2026)
You can drive on a Russian licence in Dubai, but you need an IDP (international permit): what rental companies require, while UAE residents need a local licence.
Top Attractions in Dubai: What to See — The Complete Guide
Top Dubai attractions for 2026: Burj Khalifa, the Palm, the Museum of the Future, fountains, the old town, Ain Dubai and nature. What to see and how to plan a route.
How Much a Trip to Dubai Costs: Budget, Prices and Where to Save
How much a trip to Dubai costs in 2026: lodging, food, transport, entertainment and tours. What makes up the budget, where to save and how much to set aside by level.
Dubai Desert Safari: The Complete Guide — Tour Types, What to Bring and Tips
Dubai desert safari 2026: morning, evening and night tours, dune bashing, quad bikes, dinner and shows. What's included, how to pick a tour, what to bring and who should skip it.
From Dubai Airport to the City: Metro, Taxi, Transfer — Full Guide
How to get from Dubai Airport (DXB) to the city in 2026: metro, taxi, transfer and car rental. A comparison by price and time, terminals, the Nol card and tips.
Shopping in Dubai: Malls, Markets and Outlets — The Complete Buying Guide
Dubai shopping 2026: the biggest malls, gold and textile souks, outlets and sale seasons. What's worth buying, where to haggle, opening hours and tax refunds.
Where to Stay in Dubai: The Best Areas for Tourists — Full Guide
Where to stay in Dubai in 2026: a tour of the areas — Marina, JBR, Downtown, Business Bay, Deira, Bur Dubai, the Palm. Pros and cons, who they suit and how to pick a hotel.
Dubai Water Parks: The Complete Guide — Which to Choose, Prices and Tips
All Dubai water parks in 2026: Aquaventure, Wild Wadi, LEGOLAND and Laguna. A detailed comparison, rides, tickets, season, family tips and how to get there.
Dubai with Kids: Where to Go, Parks and Activities — The Complete Guide
Dubai with kids in 2026: water parks, theme parks, aquariums, safari, indoor attractions and free spots. Where to go with a child and how to plan your day.
The Best Beaches in Dubai: Free and Paid, With Facilities
The best Dubai beaches 2026: free JBR, Kite Beach, Sunset and La Mer, beach clubs and hotel beaches. Where to swim, the season, rules, facilities and how to get there.
Dubai Visa for Russians in 2026: Do You Need One and How to Get It
Do Russians need a Dubai visa in 2026: visa-free entry for 90 days, the rules, length of stay, documents at the border, children, transit and extensions. Full breakdown.
First-Day Itinerary in Dubai: From the Old City to the New
A ready first-day itinerary in Dubai 2026: Deira's markets, the abra crossing, the Al Fahidi quarter, the Museum of the Future, Downtown and the fountains. With timing, a map and tips.
When to Go to Dubai: Seasons, Weather and Prices by Month
When is the best time to go to Dubai in 2026: a breakdown of seasons by weather and prices, weather by month, the sea, Ramadan and seasonal events explained.
Dubai Transport: Metro, Taxis, Abra and the Nol Card — The Complete Guide
How to get around Dubai without a car in 2026: metro lines, Nol card types, taxis and apps, the tram, monorail, abra and water transport. With tips and comparisons.
The Best Observation Decks in Dubai: Where to See the City From Above
A guide to Dubai's observation decks 2026 — from At the Top on Burj Khalifa to Ain Dubai, Sky Views, The View at The Palm and free spots. Height, tickets and timing.