1. TOURISM IN DUBAI
INTRODUCTION
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Dubai skyline/ Stock Photos
Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It
is located south of the Persian Gulf on the Arabian Peninsula and has the
largest population with the second-largest land territory by area of all the
emirates.
Dubai was formally established in the early 19th century by the Al Abu
Falasa clan of Bani Yas, and it remained under clan control when the United
Kingdom assumed the protection of Dubai in 1892.
Its geographical location made it an important trading hub and by the
beginning of the 20th century, it was an important port. In 1966, the year
oil was discovered, Dubai and the emirate of Qatar set up a new monetary
unit to replace the Gulf Rupee. The oil economy led to a massive influx of
foreign workers, quickly expanding the city by 300% and bringing in
international oil interests. The modern emirate of Dubai was created after

2. the UK left the area in 1971. At this time Dubai, together with Abu Dhabi
and four other emirates, formed the United Arab Emirates.
A free trade zone was built around the Jebel Ali port in 1979, allowing
foreign companies unrestricted import of labour and export capital. Today,
Dubai has emerged as a global city and a business hub. Although Dubai's
economy was built on the oil industry, currently the emirate's model of
business, similar to that of Western countries, drives its economy, with the
effect that its main revenues are now from tourism, real estate, and
financial services.
Dubai has recently attracted world attention through many innovative
large construction projects and sports events. This increased attention has
highlighted labor rights and human rights issues concerning its
largely South Asian workforce. Dubai's property market experienced a
major deterioration in 2008 and 2009 as a result of the worldwide
economic downturn following the financial crisis of 2007–2010.
TOURISM IN DUBAI
Tourism and retail/ Stock Photos
Tourism in Dubai is an important part of the Dubai government's
strategy to maintain the flow of foreign cash into the emirate. Dubai's lure
for tourists is based mainly on shopping, but also on its possession of other
ancient and modern attractions.

3. Dubai is the most populous emirate of the seven emirates of United Arab
Emirates. It is distinct from other members of the UAE in that revenues
from petroleum and natural gas account for only 6% of its gross domestic
product. A majority of the emirate's revenues are from the Jebel Ali Free
Zone (JAFZ) and now, increasingly, from tourism.
Dubai is expected to accommodate over 15 million tourists by
2015. Dubai is the most populous emirate of the seven emirates of United
Arab Emirates. It is distinct from other members of the UAE in that a large
part of the emirate's revenues are from tourism.
Dubai has been called the "shopping capital of the Middle East Dubai
alone has more than 70 shopping malls, including the world's 7th largest
shopping mall, Dubai Mall. The city draws large numbers of shopping
tourists from countries within the region and from as far as Eastern
Europe, Africa and the Indian Subcontinent. While boutiques, some
electronics shops, department stores and supermarkets operate on a fixed-
price basis, most other outlets consider friendly negotiation a way of life.
Dubai is also known for its souk districts located on either side of the
creek. Traditionally, dhows from the Far East, China, Sri Lanka, and India
would discharge their cargo and the goods would be bargained over in the
souks adjacent to the docks. Many boutiques and jewellery stores are also
found in the city. Dubai is known as "the City of Gold" and Gold Souk in
Deira houses nearly 250 gold retail shops. Dubai Duty Free at the Dubai
International Airport offers merchandise catering to the multinational
passengers using the airport.
Entry regulations in Dubai Visa Rules
Changed in 2010
Since 2010 there has been another change to visa rules in Dubai. The
countries that have to apply for visa in advance they will have to apply the
normal ways they do. The only thing that has changed for business
travelers & Tourist if you leave the UAE – you must stay out of the country
for 30 days then apply for new visa again.

4. Shopping tourism
Dubai has been called the "shopping capital of the Middle East." The city
draws large numbers of shopping tourists from countries within the region
and from as far as Eastern Europe, Africa and the Indian Subcontinent.
Dubai is known for its souk districts. Souk is the Arabic word for market or
place where any kind of goods are brought or exchanged.
Modern shopping malls and boutiques are also found in the city. Dubai
Duty Free at Dubai International Airport offers merchandise catering to the
multinational passengers using Dubai International Airport.
While boutiques, some electronics shops, department stores and
supermarkets may operate on a fixed-price basis, most other outlets
consider friendly negotiation as a way of life.
Dubai's numerous shopping centres cater for every consumer’s need.
Cars, clothing, jewellery, electronics, furnishing, sporting equipment and
any other goods will all be likely to be under the same roof.
Dubai Shopping Festival
The Dubai Shopping festival is a month-long festival held during month of January
each year. During the festival the entire emirate becomes one massive shopping mall.
Additionally, the festival brings together music shows, art exhibitions, and folk dances.
Cultural tourism
Sightseeing usually comes as a poor second for most visitors, who are
lured by Dubai's reputation as a shopping paradise.
Aspects of Dubai's old culture, while occasionally overshadowed by the
boom in economic development, can be found by visiting places around the
creek, which splits Dubai into two halves
Other attractions include the Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House;
the Dubai Museum in the restored Al Fahidi Fort, which was erected

5. around 1799; and the Heritage Village of Hatta, situated 115 kilometers
southeast of Dubai City in the heart of the rocky Hatta Mountains. The
history of the village can be traced back 2000 – 3000 years. It consists of 30
buildings, each differing in size, interior layout and building materials used.
Great care was taken to use the same materials as those used when
originally built during the renovation such as mud, hay, sandalwood and
palm fronds. The Sharia Mosque is an old mosque built around 200 years
ago using the same building materials and consists of a large prayer hall, a
court and courtyard, minaret and other utility rooms.
Tourist accommodation in Dubai is plentiful and relatively expensive
with all the major chains having a presence. One increasingly popular
alternative is for visitors to rent apartments and villas on a short term
basis.
The economic positive n negative
impacts of tourism in Dubai
Tourism in Dubai (and all over the UAE) is of course making business/money.
Especially the Emirate of Dubai has to get prepared for the time when oil runs out.The
negative impact is crime and prostitution. But - this is not the normal tourist's fault.
Dubai has been a traditional country for decades, however with the opening up for
tourism since the last two decades, there is a change being brought about . Free Trade
zones have come to exist, along with King sized hotels, shopping plaza's, ultra modern
hospitals and zero level taxes, top quality infrastructure has been the result of Dubai
Tourism.
On the negative side, dilution of cultural values, softening of general populace (where
fathers used to travel long distances without the luxuries of modern amnesties- the sons
are unable to do so), acceptance of western values (like ladies clothings, drinking
tolerance), fatter incomes leading to waste economic trends.

6. The Effects of Tourism on Dubai
Dubai is now considered an international tourist hot spot, attracting millions of
visitors each year. This success, which is largely the result of careful marketing, has
resulted in some dramatic changes in Dubai
One of the main reasons for the recent increase in tourism is that Dubai has
launched a massive tourism campaign* in the overseas media*. The Dubai tourism
industry has shown on world television images of falcons hunting in the desert and
tourists relaxing on the Burj Al Arab beaches. It has resulted in more and more tourists
coming to Dubai each year.
This increase in tourism has brought with it many changes. One of the most
important effects is on the local economy. The tourist dollar ($) is now a significant*
part of the local economy; something which is very important when we think about the
uncertain future of income from oil. As a result of this increase in tourist numbers, not
only are more and more hotels being built, but there are also many new apartment
blocks being built for foreigners who want to visit for longer than a short holiday. These
buildings are changing the face of Dubai.
In summary, Dubai's tourism boom has resulted from a successful marketing campaign,
and it has resulted in a dramatic change in the skyline and shoreline of Dubai. If it
continues like this, who knows what the Dubai of 2015 will look like.
CONCLUSION
Our Heritage, Our Pride ,Hospitality
Travelers visiting Dubai and Abu Dhabi all over will always be amazed with the
warm welcome they receive everywhere they go. Hospitality is the main aspect of UAE
people traditions and values. It is reflected in the authentic warmth and kindliness that
visitors find.
Hospitality is deep rooted in the people’s culture and history. It first started as one

7. of the age-old Arabian customs, and has grown now into a social intrinsic value.
The "Majlis" or the reception room in the Emirati house is always prepared to
receive and welcome guests with the incense of Oud, dates, Fuwala (nuts, sweets and
fruits), and the Arabic coffee that is usually served to guests with the addition of special
ingredients including cardamom, saffron and rose water, all indicators of generosity and
hospitality.
Hospitality is today reflected in all Dubai life aspects, it is the foundation upon which
the destination image has been built. This is the reason they have majority
internationally people visinting their country and have great tourism.
REFERENCES:-
http://www.viator.com/Dubai/d828-ttd?pref=02&aid=g1817
http://www.thedubaimall.com/en
http://www.visitabudhabi.ae/en/what.to.do/shopping/malls.abudhabi.alain.aspx