When is the best time to go to the UAE and where to stay? We will consider all the nuances of the weather at beach resorts and choose really great places to relax for two or with children, tell you how to save on buying a tour using our website, what to do besides boring lying on the coast.
Prices for tours in the UAE
The prices for vacations in Dubai in 2021 are comparable to the prices for European destinations, but this does not prevent us from keeping the leading positions in the statistics of the purchase of vouchers. If earlier it was possible to visit only Dubai and Sharjah, now the tour can be bought in any of the 7 emirates of the United Arab Emirates.
When comparing hotels by the number of stars, the cost of tours to Dubai is the lowest, the maximum prices are in Abu Dhabi, the richest emirate. Prices for trips to Dubai in June, as well as all summer months, are the lowest. At this time, rest in Dubai for 7 nights and 8 days will cost - from 50 804 rubles... The tour includes a double room, flight from Moscow and back, medical insurance and transfer to the hotel. Considering that food in the UAE is quite expensive, it is better to buy a tour with food. With breakfasts, the same tour becomes more expensive by only 6,000 rubles, which is much lower than the same breakfasts in Dubai restaurants and less problems on vacation with children.
There are other options for meals, including all-inclusive, such an offer will cost from 98 342 rubles... Visa for Russians is free, it is issued upon arrival. You can purchase a ticket on the Travelata website or offline from a local tour agency with a higher commission.
Low prices are offered by hotels located far enough from the sea. But, each such hotel offers free buses that will take you to the beach and to the city center. In addition, in Dubai itself there is something to see from the sights and where to walk in the evening.
How to save money? When choosing tours on our website, we definitely use promotional codes, so you can save a lot on vacation. When registering, use: UAF500travel-picture gives a discount of 500 rubles, for tours from 40,000 rubles. UAF1000travel-picture gives a head start of 1000 rubles, for tours from 70,000 rubles. (Discounts work only when selecting offers using the Travelata link). How to use?
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How much are food and meals?
| Food | Prices |
|---|---|
| Meals in an inexpensive restaurant | RUB 527.82 |
| Meals for two in a mid-range restaurant, Three courses | RUB 3518.78 |
| McMill at McDonald's (or other street food) | RUB 439.85 |
| Homemade beer (0.5 l. Draft) | RUB 615.79 |
| Imported beer (0.33 l bottle) | RUB 703.76 |
| Cappuccino (regular) | RUB 313.78 |
| Pepsi (0.33 L bottle) | RUB 49.02 |
| Water (0.33 l bottle) | RUB 25.71 |
| Food in shops | Prices |
|---|---|
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 85.87 RUB |
| Loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | RUB 59.61 |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | RUB 91.76 |
| Regular eggs | 128.65 rub |
| Beef (1 kg) | 499.89 rub |
| Local cheese (1 kg) | RUB 619.85 |
| Chicken breasts (1 kg) | 340.91 RUB |
| Apples (1 kg) | 110.36 rub |
| Bananas (1 kg) | RUB 94.83 |
| Oranges (1 kg) | RUB 87.55 |
| Tomato (1 kg) | RUB 72.78 |
| Potatoes (1 kg) | 48.40 rbl |
| Water (1.5 l bottle) | 26.41 RUB |
| Bottle of wine (medium quality) | RUB 439.85 |
| Homemade beer (0.5 l bottle) | RUB 268.94 |
| Imported beer (0.33 l bottle) | RUB 265.14 |
| Marlboro cigarettes | 175.94 RUB |
Summer weather in the UAE
Swimming season and perfect weather for a UAE holiday since March on May and with september on December... Summer is the hottest time in the Emirates. You need to take care of maximum sun protection, especially if you plan on vacationing with children. Protective creams, hats, clothes made of light fabrics that protect from the sun's rays. The hotels and malls of the emirates have enough air conditioning, but you must be protected when walking to the sea.
The air temperature in June is mainly + 39 ° C, in Fujairah it is a couple of degrees lower. At night, the temperature does not drop below 27 ° C and the sea water temperature is the same. July is even hotter, and the hottest is August. At this time of the year in the Emirates, you need to rest with great care. As a rule, they are limited to sightseeing near the hotel, and the movement takes place by an air-conditioned car. Swimming in the sea is possible in the evening and morning hours.
Where is the best place to relax in the UAE by the sea?
A seaside vacation in the UAE in July is possible in any of the emirates, all of them are located along the Persian and Oman Gulfs with the purest water. The service is impeccable everywhere. There are some points related to Sharia law that should be taken into account in order to have a cloudless vacation. So in Sharjah alcohol is prohibited. In other emirates, it can be consumed either in the room or in a restaurant or nightclub. Most loyal in this regard Dubai and Abu Dhabi... Alcohol permits are only possible for non-Muslims and are subject to certain conditions. It is better to familiarize yourself with them in advance.
Prohibitions also apply to the rules of conduct in the subway, public places, on the beach and even in the car. Penalties are very severe, ranging from large fines to imprisonment. Any manifestation of unconventional orientation is prohibited. The advantages of all these rigors include safety. There is almost no crime in the Emirates, it is hardly possible to meet a drunk driver. The country is ideal for families with children.
Where to relax in the Emirates with a child?
We recommend that you travel with children to Fujairah or Ras al-Khaimu... These are places with a milder climate and not so hot. It is advisable to return to Russia by the end of June, before the onset of the "Emirati summer". It is possible to relax in July and August in the UAE with children, but it hardly makes sense. These months are so hot that many locals prefer to leave the country during this period, and tourists sit in hotels or shop in malls all day. Where is the best beach vacation in the UAE to plan for the whole family? Much of the answer depends on your interests and the amount you plan to spend on your vacation.
- Dubai
In this emirate, prices are noticeably lower, good shopping, a variety of entertainment, both social and sports. Two airports (how to get there on your own) within the city, which will allow you to quickly get to the place, especially with tired children after a long flight. Good hotels and private accommodation near the sea and a fairly high service.
- Abu Dhabi
An expensive emirate, but with relatively lenient laws. The most luxurious beaches, hotels and night and golf clubs are located in this emirate. It is possible to visit a 7 * hotel in Abu Dhabi. On the territory of the Emirates Palace hotel not only apartments are rented, there are 9 restaurants, gardens, conferences and celebrity concerts are held here. Also, people come to Abu Dhabi to get acquainted with the history and religion of the country. Anyone can visit the world's largest Sheikh Zayed Mosque with a guided tour.
- Ras al-Khaimah and Fujairah
These emirates are distinguished by sandy beaches with gentle entry into the sea, gardens and date palm plantations. Less tourists. There are interesting architectural monuments and museums here. At Sandy Beach Hotel there is a rocky island, where even at a shallow depth one can observe schools of fish and turtles among the corals. Divers manage to see sharks in these places.
Wadi Wuraya National Park in the Hajar Mountains with freshwater springs and unique animals and birds is also located in Fujairah. Ras al Khaimah boasts, in addition to endless beaches, the Khatts Springs thermal springs and an unusual northern-style water park. Ras al-Khaimah has stricter laws than neighboring Fujairah. In this emirate, you can swim only in a closed swimsuit, bikini is prohibited. Alcohol is allowed in both emirates.
- Ajman
The emirate pleases with rather low food prices, restaurants offer cuisines of different nations. White fine sand beaches. Alcohol is allowed in restaurants, there is local beer. Strict laws regulate visits to beaches and public places separately for men and women.
- Sharjah
No alcohol law. The same laws are more strictly enforced. Your airport.Sharjah Wildlife Center and Museums are worth visiting. Numerous parks in the city offer both entertainment and educational programs. From the aquarium and petting zoos to planetarium and attractions. The resort is suitable for families with children.
What to do and what to see?
In addition to beach and water activities for every taste in each emirate, you can go on an excursion in the place or inland.
To choose from:
- entertainment centers,
- gardens,
- National parks,
- to the waterfalls of Al - Wurraya or to the thermal springs.
Prices for excursions from 300 dirhams per group with a Russian-speaking guide. If you get acquainted with the local sights virtually and clarify the time of the event or the work schedule, then you can take a taxi by taxi for less money and without visiting advertising places. For example, bullfights are held in Fujairah on Fridays. No bullfight, rather a show without bloodshed. It will be interesting for both adults and children. Camel races are held in Abu Dhabi on weekends. These activities are free of charge or a nominal AED 1 fee.
Prices for entrance tickets to parks and museums from 3 dirhams. Tickets to amusement parks are much more expensive from 175 to 300 dirhams. Tickets can be purchased in advance on the respective websites or locally. The distance between the emirates is small, interesting places in neighboring emirates can and should be visited.
- For those who like to plan their vacation in the UAE in advance in the summer, we recommend taking advantage of exciting excursions from Tripster, here private guides organize exciting programs in Russian, many tours have been tested on their own experience.
Outcomes
Where is it better to go to rest in the UAE? If you like sightseeing, then the best place is Dubai... Excursions are formed from Dubai, yes, and in the emirate itself there is quite a curious one. From the Burj Khalifa and Jumeirah to huge aquariums, water parks and even a ski resort. Another feature of the UAE is the long embankments in each of the emirates. They literally compete in the brilliance and fullness of all kinds of objects attractive to tourists:
- restaurants,
- malls,
- fountains,
- architectural structures.
