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Arab heritage and hyper-modern cities
Dubai is open to UK customers and is welcoming visitors once again.
If you are due to travel to Dubai a PCR test must be completed within 96 hours prior to departure at a private clinic or lab approved by Public Health England/Wales/Scotland – Antigen & Home Testing Kits are not permitted. Passengers travelling with Emirates have the option to test FOC on arrival – however they will be required to self-isolate in their accommodation until their result is received – if it is positive they may be moved to a government facility. The following Health Declaration (download PDF) must be completed and shown to staff at check-in in the UK. Lastly, 48 hours before you return to the UK, a passenger locator form must also be completed.
Please familiarise yourself with the information found on www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/. For general booking FAQs, head to our Travel with Confidence page.
The UAE whisks you off to the Persian Gulf, where its seven emirates present a world of innovative skyscrapers, desert landscapes, world class beaches and unrivalled shopping within an oasis of luxury. Add to this year round sunshine and you have the perfect holiday destination for families, couples and adventurers. Up and coming Ras Al Khaimah offers yacht filled marinas and deluxe accommodation on its pristine white sand shores, while neighbouring Dubai allures holidaymakers with its iconic buildings and land structures.
Beach lovers will relish spending time on the silky white sands of Jumeriah Beach, which are lapped by crystal clear waters and offer world class diving. The word Jumeriah translates as beautiful and it’s easy to see why this area was given the name.
Holidays in the UAE bring you upmarket amenities accompanied by sand dusted tradition. It’s home to the iconic Burj Khalifa, currently the tallest structure in the world and offering unrivalled panoramic views across Dubai and the UAE. The world famous Palm Islands are where holidaymakers can indulge in deluxe accommodation, aqua parks and aquariums, in addition to diving, shopping and parachuting
The UAE is home to some superb hotels and at Sovereign, we have put together our choice of the best. If you are looking to stay on The Palm Dubai, the Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeriah is an excellent choice, with its award winning Spa and Michelin starred dining.
Flight time from the UK to the UAE is around 6 hours 30 minutes.
Emirati summers are classic of the Middle East: long, hot and humid. Average temperatures are in the high 30s and early 40s pretty much from May through to September, when humidity can top 80%. Winter is a more comfortable time to visit, with temperatures between November and April sticking around the mid-to-high 20s with little chance of rain.
British citizens will be granted a free 30-day visa upon arrival in the UAE.
In most tourist destinations in the Emirates (such as Dubai and Ras al Khaimah), it’s customary to leave a 10% cash tip in restaurants. Small tips are appreciated for other services; aim for five to 20 UAE dirhams for porters bringing your bags to your room and for taxi drivers.
