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DISCOVER DUBAI
The emirate
of Dubai is both a dynamic international centre of business and a renowned
tourist escape. Truly, it is a city where the sophistication of the 21st
century walks hand in hand with the simplicity of old Arabia. These contrasts
give Dubai its unique flavor and personality, a society of local traditions
with an international lifestyle.
From the timeless tranquility of the desert to the lively bustle of Bur Dubai, Dubai offers a kaleidoscope of attractions for visitors. In a single day, guests can experience everything from rugged mountains to sandy beaches; from awe-inspiring sand dunes to lush green parks; from dusty villages to luxurious residential districts; and from ancient souks to ultra-modern shopping malls. These contrasts give Dubai its unique flavor and personality, a society of local traditions with an international lifestyle.
The Dubai Convention Bureau invites you to consider this great city as a host for any of your future events. Together with our vast service community, we know we can deliver success. In just 30 years, the emirate has been positioned as a place to do business, a major hub on the international air routes, a must-see tourist destination, and a global meeting place. Its formula for success is evident – visionary leadership, quality infrastructure, multi-cultural society, zero tax on personal and corporate income and low import duties. The result is that Dubai has become a watchword for development. A hub that services a region stretching from Egypt through to India, and from the CIS countries in the north down to South Africa.
An environment that is clean, virtually crime-free and tolerant, and one where citizens, expatriates and visitors alike enjoy a relaxed lifestyle. While Arabic is the national language, English is the second language for most residents and is widely spoken in shops, restaurants and hotels. Freedom of worship is allowed for all religions and Dubai even boasts a Church City where many denominations maintain a presence. And tolerance extends to the consumption of alcohol which is permitted in the home, in hotels or on licensed club premises.
And – if visitors have any preconceptions about the region –note that women are unrestricted in their lifestyle, permitted to drive and move about freely, whether dressed in national dress or in Western garb. However, the culture of Dubai is strongly rooted in Islamic traditions and the country’s rulers strive to maintain a balance between their heritage and a modern 21st century lifestyle – while promoting events representative of their roots include falconry, camel racing and dhow sailing.
