Golfing Region Dubai

Travel information at a glance - Golf travel Dubai

• Dubai as a golf travel destination
• The best time to travel for a golf vacation
• Good to know in Dubai

Dubai - golf, golf courses & more

Destination Dubai

The emirate of Dubai is located on the Persian Gulf and has developed into a tourist magnet. Here in the second largest emirate of the United Arab Emirates, you will find a world of superlatives and pure luxury. Spectacular skyscrapers, mega shopping malls, fantastic amusement parks and man-made islands attract worldwide attention. Perfect dream beaches, the warm waters of the Persian Gulf and 365 days of sunshine a year attract countless visitors.

Playing golf in Dubai

The first grass golf courses were built in Dubai around 30 years ago. The sport became increasingly important. Initially, it was the sons of the desert returning from studying abroad who gave the sport a boost, but over time Dubai developed into a Mecca for golfers from all over the world.

Today, it is impossible to imagine Dubai without golf. Golfers will find a true paradise here. Numerous world-class golf courses leave nothing to be desired and are highly regarded internationally. Here you can play golf at the highest level. Excellent greens, elegant clubhouses and beautiful weather all year round make Dubai a true Mecca for fans of this wonderful sport.

The 5 exceptionally designed golf courses feature an 18-hole course with a variety of holes and levels of difficulty suitable for beginners and professionals alike. Each golf course offers a putting green, driving range, carts, club and ball hire and pro stores for the perfect outfit. Guests also have access to swimming pools and fitness studios.

Dubai is also a paradise for nature lovers. Even though most of the country consists of sandy desert, Dubai is one of the best bird-watching destinations due to its unique and diverse ecosystem. Flamingos, ospreys, dunlins and blue jays have all found a home here.

Dubai offers many sights

Dubai City is a vibrant metropolis and the ideal place to get to know the cultural Orient. The 321 meter high 'Burj al Arab' 7-star hotel in the shape of a sail is one of Dubai's landmarks. This hotel was built on an artificial island off the coast of Dubai. While it shines in brilliant white during the day, it becomes an extraordinary spectacle of color at night. Dubai is also home to the tallest building in the world. The Burj Khalifa skyscraper rises an incredible 828 meters into the blue sky.

Another highlight in Dubai is the Jumeirah Mosque, which was built in the medieval Fatimid style and is one of the most beautiful mosques in the world.

The oldest building in Dubai is the Al Fahidi Fortress, whose walls are made of pieces of coral and shell. The fortress used to serve as a defensive structure for the inhabitants of Dubai.

The best time to travel to Dubai for golf trips

Best time to visit: October to March

The subtropical climate ensures sunshine, high temperatures and little rainfall almost all year round. The best time to travel to Dubai is from October to March. In the summer months, the thermometer can climb to over 50 degrees Celsius.
Dubai is located in the "Gulf Standard Time" time zone, which means that the time in Dubai is always 4 hours later (UTC+4) than on the coordinated world clock. As there is no changeover to summer time, this time difference remains the same throughout the year.

The time difference between Germany and Dubai is 2 hours in summer and 3 hours in winter.

Good to know in Dubai

Currency

The currency in Dubai is the dirham, which is officially abbreviated as AED, with 1 dirham being divided into 100 fils.
There are ATMs in many places where you can easily withdraw money using major credit cards such as MasterCard, Visa, EC cards, etc. The best exchange rate can be obtained by exchanging money directly in Dubai at banks or exchange offices.

Credit cards are also accepted in most hotels, restaurants, bars and shopping centers.

Entry requirements

If you want to travel to Dubai, you need a passport that is valid for at least 6 months. German nationals receive a free visa on arrival, which is valid for 30 days and can be extended as often as required.

Using your cell phone in Dubai

As the roaming charges of the German cell phone provider can be very expensive when making calls in Dubai, it is advisable to buy a prepaid calling card from the Etisalat brand. This allows you to make very inexpensive calls from Dubai.

Transportation/Arrival

Dubai is served by many major airlines. Dubai International Airport is well connected to the city center.

The road network is first-class and connects the larger cities and towns with each other. The main means of transportation in Dubai is the cab. There are over 5000 of them here and fares are very reasonable.

Languages in Dubai

The official language in Dubai is Arabic. However, English is also spoken by many of the inhabitants.

Cultural peculiarities

In Dubai, it is a criminal offense to drink alcohol in public and there are also very strict prison rules for drug offenses.

The zero alcohol limit applies when driving. If you are caught driving under the influence of alcohol, you could face severe penalties.
Women should not wear provocative clothing in Dubai. A healthy balance is recommended here. "Topless" on the beach or by the pool is not welcome.
Haggling is simply part and parcel of the markets in Dubai. In the large shopping malls, however, haggling is not common.

Culinary specialties

There is a huge selection of restaurants and bars in Dubai. Here you can get to know all facets of the exquisite cuisine of the Middle East. Whether rice-filled vine leaves, stuffed zucchinis, chickpea puree with sesame seeds, grilled lamb on rice with nuts or seafood served with specially seasoned rice, the international cuisine in Dubai is of a very high standard and extremely varied.
Friday brunch has become a popular ritual in Dubai. Friday is a public holiday in Dubai. Many hotels therefore offer this brunch with hot and cold dishes.