How to dress in the UAE

Emirates are known all over the world as a country with an ultra-modern infrastructure and futuristic skyscrapers, where there is a high standard of living. However, together with this, age-old traditions are read here and adhere to conservative views, because it is still a Muslim state. Therefore, going on the journey, it is worth knowing how to get rid of the UAE correctly and what to take on the trip.

Type of clothing

Nobody obliges guests to wear traditional Arabic clothes, but there are some restrictions. First, understand that almost all the time in the emirations the weather allows you to wear light clothes. However, in the winter months, namely in the morning and in the evening, you will come in handy a jacket or a sweater. Also at this time will need demi-season shoes.

In public places

In public places, which include streets, markets, shopping centers, museums, should appear in closed clothing:

1. It should cover legs, knees, shoulders and forearms. Also closed should be chest, neckline, back. Arabs - restrained people will not pester to you about this. However, you will not be wrapped by annoying views from puzzled men.
2. In establishments, mall and transport of the UAE, even at the stops of Dubai, in a word - air conditioners work everywhere, and very much. Therefore, it is better to have a light blouse, warmer T-shirts.
3. Resting in the UAE, avoid strongly tight and transparent clothing.
4. There should be no inscriptions on things that they have an insulting nature for the ancient polls of the local population. This concerns predominantly sexual properties.

On the beach

At the hotel and at the resort can be allowed to dress in the habit. On the beach and near the pool can be located in a swimsuit and beachwear. At the same time, remember that the topless should not be lit in the emirates, the absence of one part of the swimsuit is also prohibited. On the Arab beaches, where local residents are resting, women are advised to wear a cape on a swimsuit, and men are shorts. Do not forget that the sun in the UAE is very active, so it is necessary to grab a headdress with you. Sunglasses will also use you.

In a restaurant

In the cafe and bars are welcome if you choose an elegant evening style. Beachwear here is not appropriate. In addition, you simply may not be in the institution, since in many of them a strict dress code that implies Smart Casual. Less strict is considered simply the style of "Casual". The appearance in clubs, even those are placed during hotels, in sports and beach shoes and clothing - is also not allowed! Men should be released in a suit, shirt, shoes or shoes, the ladies are recommended for dress, shoes or sandals on heels.

On excursions

Going on a long excursion, get dressed, respectively. Put pants and light blouse. Choose things with long sleeves, so you do not burn on the scorching sun. In addition, take note that the entrance to the territory of many sights of the UAE will be closed if the tourist is dressed in incomprehension. So, let's say, to get to the Sheikh's Mosque, located in Abu Dhabi, the vacation body must be covered, including hands and legs, no matter what the appropriate clothing is issued. Therefore, specify such details at your tour operator or guide.

For non-compliance with such rules to prison, you, of course, will not give up and do not deport, even though many frighten. But warnings or fines are quite real.