Local customsTravel note
Be considerate during Ramadan
Al Fahidi, Dubai, Dubai
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
During Ramadan many people fast from dawn to sunset, and opening hours change. Visitors are expected to be respectful in public.
The lesson
Check opening hours and be discreet about eating and drinking in public during fasting hours.
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