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United Arab Emirates, former Trucial States

Best time to visit the UAE is from October up until May. In October the weather may still be quite hot (up to 35C), blue skies are the norm and the evenings are warm. At this stage the tourist season is well under way.

Emirates : Abu Zaby Imarah [ Abu Dhabi ], Ajman, Al Fujayrah, Ash Shariqah [ Sharjah ], Dubayy [ Dubai ], Ra's al Khaymah, Umm al Qaywayn

Capital of the Emirates: Abu Dhabi


car hire, hotels, travel agencies, travel guides, transportation / traveling to the emirates

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Car Rental Emirates 

 Avis
World's second largest general-use car rental business, providing business and leisure customers with a wide range of services.
 Budget Rent A Car
 Hertz

Hotels in the Emirates

 All-hotels.com 
 Expedia.com

More Hotels? See the page Hotels

Tour Operator / Travel Agents



Travel Guides UAE / Related Books

This Way Gulf States  : Gulf States: Kuwait, Bahrain, Quatar, United Arab Emirates, Omen, Yemen 
Around the Arabian Gulf lie hot, hazy lands of modern myth and ancient legend, where skyscrapers sparkle on the edge of the desert, where mud-brick fortresses crumble into the sand. Beyond the hasty, square-cut cities of glass and concrete, labyrinthine villages, palm-shaded oases and lazy beaches await discovery. This Way the Gulf States brushes aside the veil to reveal the culture, the history and mysteries of these intriguing countries.
Paperback 124 pages (January 1997); Publisher: JPM Publications SA; Language: English; ISBN: 2884520996.
Living and Working in the Gulf States & Saudi Arabia 
Robert Hughes, Graeme Chesters, Jim Watson (Illustrator)
A comprehensive guide for anyone contemplating working in the Gulf States and Saudi Arabia, this book covers everything a person could need to live, work, study or just to spend time in the region.
Paperback 400 pages (April 9, 2003); Publisher: Survival Books; Language: English; ISBN: 1901130215

Transportation / How do I get to United Arab Emirates

 Dubai International Airport
 Sharjah International Airport [ SHJ/OMSJ ]
 Abu Dhabi International Airport

 Emirates US  -  Flight tickets Dubai

  Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights 

 Qatar Airways

The Rough Guide to Dubai & Uae Map
The Rough Guide Map Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain is the most detailed and comprehensive map to this intriguing destination. The scale of 1:470,000 allows for enough detail to include even the smallest dirt tracks and settlements whilst also being a manageable size for use in the car or whilst walking. Pinpointed on the map are places of interest, including archeological sites, oases, nature reserves, desert and dunes. Whether you're heading off the beaten track or on a stopover in dubai this map is your essential companion.
Map 1 pages (September 30, 2004); Publisher: Rough Guides; Language: English; ISBN: 1843533758
 Online Map of UAE [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castañeda Library - Map Collection ]


Links  

 Travel Insurance

 UAE Tourism
 Emirates.net.ae

 Abu Dhabi - Capital City of the Emirates

Emirates [ imarat ]

 Abu Zaby Imarah [ Abu Dhabi ]
 ' Ajman
 Al Fujayrah
 Ash Shariqah [ Sharjah ] - Pearl of the Gulf
Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority: Culture & Heritage, Tourism Facilities, Sports, Business, Travel Tools, Education, Gallery, and more
To see: King Faisal Mosque, currently the largest mosque in the Emirates. Fort of Sharjah, former residence of the ruling family originally built in 1820, 'Al Nabooddah House', the museum for cultural heritage, Souk Al Arsah , Majarra Souk, Souk Al Markazi - a treasure trove of carpets, jewelry and handicrafts.
 Dubayy [ Dubai ]
 Ra's al Khaymah
 Umm al Qaywayn

 Dubai Desert Classic - Golf-tournament
 University - Sharjah University

Cuisine - Arabian cooking

 Culinair - arabian recipes
Cooking of the Gulf 
Tess Mallos
Even the most serious and well-travelled of cooks would be amazed at the vast array of spices and fresh ingredients available in the markets of the Gulf States. The arid landscape of the region contrasts remarkably with the abundance of food and flavours. Cooking of the Gulf enables you to bring these unique flavours into your kitchen. With easy-to-prepare recipes, you will be able to delight family and friends with the aromatic flavours of Arabic cooking.
Paperback 64 pages (May 1, 2004); Publisher: Parkway Publishing; Language: English; ISBN: 1898259062

History of the United Arab Emirates

Independent from the UK in 1971

 Sharjah's Museums
Archaeology Museum, Natural History Museum & Desert Park, Science Museum, Islamic Museum and Heritage Museum [ Al Nabooddah House ]

Music, Culture & Entertainment

Culture Shock! United Arab Emirates
Gina Crocetti
A travel handbook from the Culture Shock! series which details the culture, society, customs and etiquette of the United Arab Emirates, designed for business visitors, travellers and students.
Paperback: 270 pages; Publisher: Graphic Arts Books (January 30, 2007); Language: English; ISBN-10: 1558689796; ISBN-13: 978-1558689794
 Aramusic.com - arabian music

Web Portal s/ Search Engine

 Discover Dubai
 Welcome to emirates.org
The UAE has all the right ingredients for an unforgettable holiday: sun, sand, sea, sports, unbeatable shopping, top-class hotels and restaurants, an intriguing traditional culture, and a safe and welcoming environment. In addition, the country's deep-rooted cultural heritage, accessible in the many cultural centers and at traditional sports such as falconry, camel- racing and horse-racing, has been a powerful attraction for tourists. The UAE has also become a much sought after venue for conferences, regional and international exhibitions and major sports events such as the Dubai World Cup, the Dubai Desert Classic Golf Tournament, and Polo and Cricket competitions.

 Arabbye.com - Search Engine For The Arab World
 Arabnet


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