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Things to Know
Visa Information
Passport-holders from 50+ nations are now eligible for a 30-day UAE tourist visa upon arrival. Consult your embassy or hotel before you plan to travel.
Attire & Alcohol
Dubai is a diverse city with a heritage rooted in Arab culture and Islam. Conservative dress is appreciated, alcohol is served only in licensed restaurants and hotels.
Navigating The City
Renting a car affords visitors the most convenience, but pay-per-minute vehicles, taxis and metro are all available around Dubai.
Local Weather
JGTD will be held on November, a great time to visit Dubai. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 31ºC (88 F), meanwhile evening temperatures are quite comfortable at 14°C (65 F).
USEFUL INFO
By metro
Dubai’s metro system is a budget-friendly, clean and air-conditioned way to travel around the emirate. There are two lines: the Red Line runs the length of Dubai, connecting to many significant landmarks along the way, while the Green Line primarily serves “old” Dubai, including the creek area and the souks of Bur Dubai and Deira. Tram service, known as the Orange Line, provides dedicated access to points around Dubai Marina. View metro journey planner.
METRO RIDE TO DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE (DEC) - EXPO CITY
Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) – Expo City is located at Dubai South and is equidistant from both Downtown Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The on-site Expo City Metro station gives delegates and visitors easy access to Dubai’s locations.
While DEC is conveniently located close to the Al Maktoum International Airport - DWC (15 min), it also has easy access to the Dubai International Airport – DXB (55 min).