Our Dubai Travel Guide

The United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) is the currency of Dubai and the rest of the UAE. One dirham is divided into 100 fils. Dirham notes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1000, while coins come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25, 50, and 100 fils. Credit cards are widely accepted in Dubai, but it is always good to have some cash on hand for smaller purchases.

The official language of Dubai is Arabic, but English is widely spoken and understood. Many other languages are also spoken in the city, due to its diverse population and international tourism industry.

The climate in Dubai is hot and dry, with temperatures reaching up to 50°C (122°F) in the summer months. The best time to visit Dubai is during the cooler winter months, from November to March, when temperatures average around 25°C (77°F).

For Dubai and all places within United Arab Emirates the associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Dubai operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Type G.

The current population of Dubai is 3,137,458 as of Wednesday, November 30, 2022, based on Worldometer elaboration of the latest United Nations data.

Dubai is a city of modern architecture and iconic landmarks, such as the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, and the Palm Jumeirah, a man-made island in the shape of a palm tree. Visitors can enjoy incredible views of the city from the Burj Khalifa's observation deck and stay in luxury hotels and resorts on the Palm Jumeirah.