Further Highlights
Abu Dhabi has so much to offer travellers. A mix of tranquil beaches, lush oases, vibrant city life, and a mixture of culture and traditions to experience when you are out there. Explore the emirate’s old souqs, sip a fragrant Arabic coffee, ride the dunes on an exhilarating desert safari, or dive into a dazzling marine life - there is something for everyone in Abu Dhabi.
Visa Information
British citizens (with the right of abode in the UK) do not need to obtain in advance a visa for Abu Dhabi and will be granted a free of charge visa on arrival in the UAE. Visa regulations for the UAE are subject to change. For the most up to date information, please contact your Tailor Made Travel Consultant.
Weather
Abu Dhabi is a year-round destination. Straddling the Tropic of Cancer, Abu Dhabi’s climate as a result is subtropical, with temperatures that vary from warm in the winter months to hot in the summer. Sunny blue skies prevail throughout the year and rainfall is infrequent.
Transport – Getting Around
For short trips of a few days, Tailor Made Travel will be able to organise tours that include transportation to and from the places you would like to visit. If you’re staying for a bit longer, you may utilise the taxi services. For unknown reasons, most Abu Dhabi residents particularly taxi drivers are more conversant with landmarks and building names rather than with street or building numbers. Renting a car is also an option for those with an international driving license. Otherwise, the bus network that plies the emirate is very efficient.
Currency
The local currency is dirham (AED or Dhs) which is divided into 100 fils and is pegged against the US dollar at $1: Dhs 3.6725.
Health, Hygiene and Safety
There is virtually zero crime rate in Abu Dhabi, and the Abu Dhabi Police has highly efficient law enforcement and emergency procedures in place. Law enforcement officers are also generally courteous and helpful to visitors and residents alike.
Abu Dhabi’s healthcare system consists of an extensive network of hospitals, clinics and medical facilities throughout the emirate. Visitors who become ill during their stay in Abu Dhabi can be assured of receiving the highest quality healthcare at any of the emirate’s private and public hospitals and clinics.
Tap water is perfectly safe to drink in Abu Dhabi, but if you prefer the taste of bottled water, locally bottled mineral water is readily available in supermarkets and grocery stores everywhere.
Religion, Culture & Traditions
The dress code in Abu Dhabi is generally relaxed although it is recommended for visitors to avoid wearing very revealing clothes (e.g sleeveless tops or very short skirts or shorts) whenever they are in public places, out of respect to local culture and traditions.
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