Archive for the ‘Etiquette’ Category

Business Dining Etiquette

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

Business executives are constantly on their toes when dealing with important clients or business partners. Formal dinners can be rather – pressurizing in situations where executives need to demonstrate their best efforts, whether it is proper communication, dress code, or dining etiquettes. A few tips kept in mind will certainly help in tiding over the hardest of situations and securing a business deal for your company. (more…)

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Business etiquette tips for expats in Dubai

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009

GFDL/Tobias Walter

GFDL/Tobias Walter

While carrying out business in any foreign workplace, it is necessary that certain norms relating to etiquettes followed by that country should be embedded within us. Known officially as ‘Business etiquettes’ these norms follow different rules in each country. (more…)

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Women Expats in Dubai

Saturday, October 31st, 2009

Women ExpatsDubai does not follow hard and fast religion norms compared to other Middle East countries. It is a welcoming emirate for women who want to explore professional avenues with full freedom.
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Culture in Dubai

Wednesday, August 5th, 2009

islamDeep rooted inside the Islamic traditions that form the main constituent of UAE’s lifestyle, the Culture in Dubai is diverse and rich. It is very much important for the foreign nationals to respect the tradition of the Emiratis when in UAE. Well-known as the entertainment hub of the Middle East, Dubai acts like a magnet for the party lovers who enjoy splurging inside the expensive clubs and bars of the city. Emiratis are quite popular for their warm hospitality who offers tempting refreshments to their guests.

When Arabs meet up, they take their own time and talk about general things. Men and Women do not greet each other outside their family. Men do shake hands and might even kiss each other on the cheek with their real good friends. On the other hand a woman tends to hug and kiss only her close friends. (more…)

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Tips for Tourists traveling to Dubai

Thursday, July 9th, 2009
Dubai Skyline at Night

Dubai Skyline at Night

  1. Official language of Dubai is Arabic and English.
  2. Dialling code is +971
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Governing your social behavior in Dubai

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

Tourists at The Dubai Mall

Tourists at The Dubai Mall

Dubai is predominantly a Muslim society but yet doesn’t impose any stringent rules or regulations on its visitors with reference to personal lifestyle. Amongst all the Emirates in UAE, the laws in Dubai are the most flexible allowing complete freedom to a tourist / business expat in its city.

But as a guest in a foreign country, it becomes our duty that we govern our social behavior or act according to the customs prevailing in the said country. Compared to other Arabic/Muslim countries, women have the freedom to wear, say and roam according to their wishes. But certain limitations are to be self-imposed in the dressing style. At one point of time exposing skin was banned in public places like shopping malls or beaches. But with booming tourism, rules have been relaxed and women tourists can now enjoy wearing “western” clothing as long as it’s not offensive. Bathing suits are okay at hotel pools and private beaches, but if possible refrain to one piece suits.
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