Ride up the fastest elevator in the world at 10 meters per second to see the sunset from the highest lounge on the 123rd floor of the Burj Khalifa. Enjoy a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and food.
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Tourists are permitted to drink in licensed restaurants, hotels and bars attached to licensed hotels. It is unacceptable and punishable to drink in public places—even beaches. Dubai is incredibly strict about public drunkenness and has zero tolerance for drinking and driving.
It is important to declare the alcohol at the customs checkpoint upon arrival and to keep the receipts for any alcohol purchased outside of the airport. Remember, it is illegal to drink alcohol in public places in Dubai, so consuming alcohol in your hotel room or private residence is the only permitted option.
Ride up the fastest elevator in the world at 10 meters per second to see the sunset from the highest lounge on the 123rd floor of the Burj Khalifa. Enjoy a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and food.
Dubai follows strict laws and regulations that are based on Islamic values and principles. In accordance with these laws, it is illegal for unmarried couples to share a hotel room. Violating this law can result in serious consequences, including fines, imprisonment, or deportation.
Local families are often shopping at malls across Dubai so you're going to want to dress appropriately. You can wear shorts in Dubai and even skirts, if they are at knee length and not shorter than that. Just be mindful of the fact that there are a lot of families and children there.
Smoking in closed public spaces, parks, beaches, buses, metro stations and residential areas. Smoking shisha at places other than licensed parlours. Bans on tobacco-related products. E-cigarettes and vaping are banned in Dubai.
Premarital relationships and cohabitation are generally not accepted. However, most hotels in Dubai do allow unmarried couples to book the same room. This is an open secret that is unofficially tolerated by authorities. That said, it's best to book a room in advance as a couple and be discreet during your stay.
Can unmarried couples stay in the same hotel room? According to the law, it's illegal for unmarried couples to stay in the same room during a holiday in Dubai. In reality, this is not strictly enforced and it's unlikely you'll be challenged on it. Many unmarried couples visit Dubai every year without issue.
Women tourists can wear cotton dresses, shorts, and skirts if they want to as long as they are long enough to cover the knees. T-shirts and tops can be worn by women if they're half-sleeved but tunics and sleeveless are better avoided. Men should also wear cotton jeans or trousers.