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The local customs and traditions of Dubai are similar to those of the six other states of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Religion has a considerable effect on these, considering Islam's predominance in this part of the world. But Dubai's society is not a closed one. In fact, Dubai has successfully mixed modernity with its traditions, and this has become evident with the heightened interest the international community is showing towards this Emirate. In Dubai, courtesy is an important trait that should not be lacking in a host when dealing with his guests. He has to observe his manners and be polite when speaking. In general, homes in Dubai have two "majalis" (literally, a place of sitting). These majalis are rooms where the owner of the house receives guests. There is one majalis to receive male guests and another one for female guests. During the celebration marking the end of Ramadan, called Eid ul-Fitr, the sitting arrangement in the majalis is organized based on ...

There are other ways that you can get information on last minute travel deals: Magazines, specially those markedly geared toward budget travelling and travelling newsletters. One of the well known magazines for this would be Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel Magazine and Bestfares magazine. You can also find Bestfares on the web. Online travel webpages that have bargains and low prices on vacation packages, discount vacation packages and travel deals still waiting to be sold. Brokerages and airline carriers that have websites that offers some of the cheapest fares available at the last minute. Specialized books that focus on last minute travel and travel deals. You can get ideas on what to bargain for and how to bargain for deals at such a short notice. Ask a booking agent that you are looking for a specially priced last minute travel deal. They should be able to honor your request by getting the best prices for you. Ask around to see if anyone knows of any good travel deals. You...

Valentine’s Day is that time of the ear when you can make your loved one feel really special and pampered. Many times during our busy work and schedule we forget to tell our loved ones what they mean to us. In this article we will discuss about the top 10 valentine’s days ideas that can make your day really special and romantic. Here are the top 10 ideas for you to try: * Take a day off from work on that day and devote the entire day to each other with undivided attention. You can spend time doing things that you both love but don’t actually like doing normally. * If you are a married couple then consider going to a second honeymoon on this Valentine’s Day. Plan a trip to some exotic honeymoon destination and put up in a nice hotel where you can pamper your beloved in luxury * Don’t let this Valentine’s Day just last for one day, make it a week long celebration. Go for a holiday and spend the entire week trying something new and interesting. * You can become kids again ...