Has anyone been to UAE / Dubai recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Best hotels near the scene
I was there 6 months ago and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Planning to go back next month.
Cheers
UAE / Dubai veteran spots after 10 visits
Started by BangkokVet · 20 Mar 2026 · 507 views
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"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:49
Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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25 Mar 2026 at 09:18
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 03:18
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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26 Mar 2026 at 04:18
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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26 Mar 2026 at 08:18
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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26 Mar 2026 at 08:18
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:18
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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I was there in March and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $80/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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