Dubai Flexi With Lapita Resort

Dubai is an open-minded and tolerant society where people from all over the world live harmoniously and respectfully. As with any destination, residents and tourists must abide by the local laws. It is important to note that the moral code is stricter in the United Arab Emirates than in some parts of the world. For example, it is prohibited to drink alcohol in public places other than licensed hotels and their restaurants, as well as in dedicated lounges. Furthermore, excessive public displays of affection are not allowed. The UAE has one of the lowest crime rates in the world and is widely recognized as being one of the safest places to live, work and visit.

Dubai is one of the safest places to visit for women. A 2022 report by insurance website InsureMyTrip listed Dubai as the world’s third safest city for solo female tourists to visit. Safety and security of all visitors and residents is a top priority in the UAE, and according to Gallup’s Global Law and Order report in 2021, more than 90% of residents have said they feel safe walking alone at night. In addition, a comprehensive study by Georgetown University in 2021 ranked the UAE highest for women's perception of safety, which tracks how many women (aged 15 and over) report they “feel safe walking alone at night in the city or area where you live.” Public transport facilities also have services exclusively for women, such as Dubai Metro cabins reserved for women and child travelers, and taxis with female drivers.

No, women in Dubai are not obliged to wear a headscarf. Some choose to do so for religious and cultural reasons. In religious areas such as mosques, a woman is asked to cover her hair in addition to her shoulders and knees.