Written By Arabiers Digital & Reviewed by Robeena Brown
18 October 2024 | 12 min
Did you know that you can just wake up one morning, feel like going to Dubai and make it happen? You do not have to plan your trip for so long in advance for it to be perfect. Provided you know the essentials of a trip and what exactly you want you can plan your trip in just a few days.
Travelling to Dubai is very easy especially with the help of travel agencies like Arabiers, who makes the journey very smooth. Planning a Dubai getaway involves making plans for how you get a visa, insurance, booking a flight, accommodation in Dubai and also the places to visit.
In this guide we will tell you the important things you need to plan for so that your trip can be perfect.
The first thing you need to secure when planning a trip to Dubai is a Dubai visa. You need to find out first if you qualify for an on arrival visa or you have to get a prearranged visa to Dubai.
If you need to get a prepaid visa, you can contact Arabiers to organize for you a visa in just 2 to 3 days. If you are in a hurry and would want the visa quickly, you can opt for the urgent visa services. This service ensures that you get your visa in just four hours.
This opportunity for urgent visa is only for Dubai visas. You will not find such a lucrative offer for visas to other destinations.
If you do not need a visa to go to Dubai, prepare your travel documents and pack them safely for travel.
To maximize the time you will spend in Dubai you need to have a well-planned itinerary. The itinerary should include all the major places you want to visit in Dubai. it should also include the amount of time you want to spend at each attraction or place you visit.
A well curated itinerary is a guide to simply manage your time and also utilize your trip by ensuring you visit the major attractions in the city. The places to visit differ for every traveler.
This is because everyone has their own list of places they would want to visit and things to do. The duration of your trip also determines how you plan your itinerary.
Some of the major attractions in Dubai include the Burj Khalifa the Dubai Mall, a dhow cruise tour and also a desert safari.
While creating your itinerary, do thorough research to know the places that require you to have tickets. If possible, buy your tickets online to reserve your spot.
Research about the airlines that operate from your country to Dubai. Find the available slots book tickets to and from Dubai.
Most airlines allow you to book online and just print your ticket on the date of your travel.
Now that you have your flight tickets ready, plan on where you will stay in Dubai for the days you will be there. Do a research about the accommodation places available and settle on the one that is convenient for you.
You can either stay in a hotel, Airbnb, or rent an apartment in the city. When booking for a place to stay, you should consider your budget and also the places that you intend to visit.
Accommodation in downtown Dubai is cheaper than other places in the city.
When you arrive in Dubai you will need a means of transport to take you to your place of accommodation. Budget for a cab and keep in mind that airport taxis are a bit expensive.
Some travel agencies like us, offer pickup services to our customers from the airport. you should therefore talk to your agent to know if they offer such services and at what cost.
Navigating within Dubai is also something you need to think of while planning your trip. Decide on the means of transport you will use and also budget for it.
The modes of transport available in the city include public buses, the metro, taxis and also car hire. Choose the mode that is more convenient for you and also one that matches with your budget.
Organize how and where you will eat when in Dubai. research online to find the best places to eat specific delicacies that you would want to try out. It is also advisable that you find eateries that are close to your place of accommodation.
If your accommodation will be providing you with meals, organize with them in advance to know the charges and also their menu. Also, set aside some money that you will use to buy street food or try out restaurants and diners in the city.
Pack all your essentials and also travel documents. While packing your clothes, keep in mind that Dubai is an Islamic city and some dress codes are not allowed especially if you will be visiting religious places.
Pack attires that are modest and also a scarf to cover your hair if you will be entering a religious site.
Remember to carry all your travel documents such as your passport and your ID. You can put these in your carry-on bag so that it can be easy for you when checking in at the airport.