Narcotics
Tough antinarcotics program in UAE imposes the death sentence for convicted drug traffickers.
The possession, use or trafficking in illegal substances may end with the jail sentences and heavy fines.
The list of controlled substances include the variety of drugs that in some countries are normally taken under a doctor’s supervision.
As they can be classified as narcotics it is necessary to carry a doctor’s prescription for any medication brought to UAE. Read more…
Created using 7 million tons of rock and 94 million cubic metres of sand Palm Jumeirah is the world’s largest man-made island.
The island, in the shape of a palm tree, consists of a trunk, a crown with 17 fronds, and a surrounding island in the form of crescent 5 km in diameter, connected to the top of the palm by a subsea tunnel, served by Palm Jumeirah Monorail, which 5.4 km long rail line connects the Gateway Towers at the base of the palm tree island with the Atlantis Hotel located in the middle of the crescent island.
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The most recognisable symbols of Emirates Golf Club are the club buildings shaped into the Bedouin’s tents.
One of the finests golf courses in Emirates host yearly competitions of Dubai Desert Classic considered to be the world’s most exclusive, often visited by Tiger Woods.
Emirates Hill is not only the best golf club, but also the village with expensive private residences still expanding their original area. Read more…
The tourist season starts in October and lasts till May.The busiest months are December and January, it is necessary to make a hotel reservation in advance if you plan to go to Dubai at that time.
During summer months the temperature goes up to 48°C (118°F) Sun is all over the year, with short periods between January and March, when you can expect temporary showers.And the yearly rainfall averages just 150mm. Read more…
In Muslim countries Friday (Jumu’ah) is the day off work, the weekend starts on Thursday’s afternoon and ends on Friday’s night.
The facilities are generally closed on Fridays, some closed on Fridays and Saturdays as well.
Some of businesses ( shopping centers ) are opened for few afternoon hours on Friday. Read more…