Dubai is one of those places you simply have to put on your bucket list. The nightlife there is very interesting, the desert safari is looking so good and you just love all those luxury things around you. Before you go there, you just hear so much about it, but you never know what to expect. And that was exactly my case, but after spending some time roaming around the city and experiencing it for myself, I somehow figured out how it works there. After seeing many people going to Dubai all the time and asking about the local culture, how to dress or what is allowed and what not, I decided to put this list together with some handy tips which might show you what to do and what not.

Let´s make it clear - the UAE is a Muslim country. That simply means that it is not a democratic country and follows Muslim and sharia laws. Even though there are many expats from all around the world (around 150 nationalities), the UAE is built on generations of Islamic traditions which are rooted firmly in its culture and tribal heritage. The Emirati are very friendly and respectful people and they are very open minded, but you should always respect their values and culture, doesn´t matter if you are just a tourist or you want to settle down in Dubai or the UAE for longer time.

Is is expected from you to dress modestly. Especially in the public areas (streets, shopping malls, public transport, cafes, the airport etc.) the shoulders should be covered and you shouldn´t show too much skin, so make sure that your thighs, belly, bum and chest are well covered. Nobody is probably going to call the fashion police if you flash too much skin, but you might be asked to cover yourself up or get indignant looks from the others. Be aware of transparent clothing or clothing with offensive slogans or graphic as well. However, the hotels, some private resorts, beach and pool are usually considered as "international zone", where you can relax in shorts, tank tops or bikini. 

Alcohol consumption is allowed only by Non-Muslims and only in licensed restaurants, clubs, bars, private venues, hotel restaurants or at home (but you have to obtain a special license first.) Normal tourists and travelers can´t buy alcohol in stores or supermarkets on their own and they can consume alcohol only at those special places mentioned above. Being drunk in public areas is considered to be a crime and you can be fined or jailed for that. The drinking age is 21 years and it is strongly recommended not to try to get alcohol if you are younger.

Drugs are strictly forbidden and you can be jailed and deported for that. Smoking is allowed from 18 years old, but there are special places for smokers, you can´t light up simply everywhere, especially  don´t try it in shopping malls, shops or government buildings. 

Any kind of sexual relationship outside of marriage is illegal. Cohabiting of unmarried couple is also considered to be against the law, including hotels, but most of hotels in Dubai don´t really enforce rule "only married couples." Especially luxury hotels designed for foreigners shouldn´t have any problems when you book a hotel room and you have different surnames. However, one my friend from Dubai told me that it is always better to book a twin bed room, especially if you travel with a friend of same sex. Who should be very careful are homosexual couples. Homosexuality is not accepted in the UAE and you can be jailed or deported for homosexual behaviour. For all couples, doesn´t matter if they are homosexual or not, holding hands, kissing, cuddling up is considered unlawful in public. There are various stories of couples being jailed for kissing or hugging in public areas, so don´t do it, rather keep it for your hotel room and try to keep it low key as much as possible.

Don´t harass women, don´t use offensive language, don´t make offensive hand gestures, don´t spit. All these actions are considered to be criminal offences and you can be jailed for this. Dancing or playing loud music in public can be fined, so dance and play music at your private place, not in public places.

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The rules for driving are not really different, but it is strongly recommended not to break them. So try to avoid speeding, tailgating, racing, lane jumping, using mobile phone while driving or driving with alcohol in your blood. The speed cameras are all around the city and fines can be pretty heavy. Wearing a seat belt is mandatory. Also don´t try to cross the road where it is not allowed, you can be fined for this.

You can either use public transport or taxi service. Taxi is very cheap service in Dubai. There are many taxis on the road and it is really a great and handy way how to get around the city. Just one tip - make sure that the taxi driver puts on the meter and understands well where you want to go. Always leave to your destination in advance, the traffic in Dubai can be pretty insane. There is also really great public transportation which can take you pretty much everywhere around the city - subway or bus lines.

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You don´t have to start learning Arabic to communicate well in Dubai. English is widely spoken there and I think that everybody knows it there and can use it there. So don´t worry, if you are good at English, you shouldn´t have any problem.

I know you want to take as many photos as possible, but be very careful what you take photos of. It can get you into serious trouble if you take photos of locals or government buildings without any kind of permission. This also applies to videos, so be careful and respectful.

So these are just some basic tips I got while staying there, some of them are also tips from my friends living in Dubai. Of course it is definitely worthy to go there and experience it for yourself, but try to be as much respectful as possible. Dubai, but also the UAE, are really interesting places to see, so make sure you have enough of time to go around and enjoy it as much as possible. However, as I mentioned above, respect the local culture. Thank you.

Have you ever visited Dubai? How did you like it over there?

Summer break is almost here and I bet that all of you are planning where to head for a new adventure. Maybe you already have your stay booked somewhere, but if you still wonder where you should go, here are some tips for your next destination. I bet you already think about Paris, London or Rome. Yes, they are beautiful and stunning too, but so crowded during summer break. This is why I decided to put this list together to show you some other European cities which definitely deserves your visit. You might find there well known cities, but even some of them are least known ones, so they might be good option if you want to avoid bumping into tourists everywhere you go. You can choose one, or choose all, whatever you want, just keep exploring and enjoying your trip.

Traveling since early childhood has been so far one of the best things in my life. Whether I´m on vacation with my family/friends or I wander around solo, there always happen so many things which make me act somehow or simply reminder me how to do something more effectively or better. And after traveling to various destinations and using different kinds of transport, I decided to make this list of tips I have learned so far and share it with you. Maybe not all tips can apply for you, but you can take a little piece of advice from it. 

Oxford is probably best known for the famous University of Oxford, but there are so many other things you can do over there. This one day trip from London is only an hour away from the capital, so you will definitely have so much time to wander around and visit places such as Ashmolean Museum, Christ Church College, Bodleian Library or just get lost among the buildings and colleges. I can also recommend you to visit Pitt Rivers Museum, it is just one of the best museums I have ever visited, it just has that "wow" appeal and feeling. You just won´t regret seeing all the interesting expositions they have there. 

One day, one my friend said that if you haven´t seen Stonehenge while being in the UK, you just can´t say that you have visited the country at all. I don´t know if I should agree or not, but I can agree with a statement that this famous prehistoric monument is something what you definitely should see for yourself. It has interesting history and it might help you to understand the past of the Great Britain a bit more again. Only problem which I had with this destination was the huge amount of tourists, but I think that it definitely shouldn´t discourage you and just...go there. 

Do you know that can be the worst scenario if you decide to go and spend some time around the Cotswolds? Your camera just runs out of battery. Yes, it happened to me and that is why I want to go back and take some wonderful photos of absolutely stunning and magical villages, green hills, gorgeous buildings and gardens. If you want to relax, this one day trip or weekend getaway is perfect for you. 

This ancient town is really beautiful one and if you want to take a break from busy London, this one day journey is perfect for you. Salisbury is well known for the impressive 800-year old cathedral. If you look for other places, I can recommend you Larmer Tree Gardens, it is really peaceful place and I really liked it over there. And one my special tip - try to pay a visit to Church of St. Mary and St. Nicholas. I think it is really beautiful church which can remind you lovely Italy and her awesome architecture.

This charming Roman city called Bath is one of the places you should not miss while traveling around the United Kingdom. You can visit famous Roman Baths, stunning Bath Abbey or bathe in the rooftop pool at Thermae Bath Spa. If you are interested in local famous residents, follow steps of Jane Austen and don´t forget to visit the Jane Austen Centre. I really liked to discover more things about the famous writer´s life over there. And if you love the views, then find some wonderful ones from Alexandra park or Bath Skyline. 

Warwick Castle is only a couple of hours from London and you know what, it has it all. Stroll through the landscaped gardens, descend into the dungeons, wander the stately halls and enjoy views from the towers. If you want to explore the town a bit more, you can head to amazing Charlecote Park (I really enjoyed visiting it, it has really nice interior) or my favourite gem of the town, Collegiate Church of St Mary´s. We had really wonderful guide in the church and she made the visit to church much more pleasant and I think that this church should definitely be included on your bucket list for the United Kingdom. 

What about you? What are your favourite getaways for the United Kingdom? 

We have so many things we wish to accomplish in our lives. People want to follow their dreams and they want to build successful careers, have a happy family and make a ton of money. Others hope to travel all around the world or break into the Hollywood and be famous. We write down long lists which usually consist from various experiences, such as sleeping under the stars, make a road trip around the United States or reach thousands of views on YouTube channel. But have you ever thought about including some special kind of food? I have to admit that I didn´t think about it before, but I have some "food points" on my list now. It is mostly because as I travel, I sometimes get to countries where people are simply used to different cuisine and they serve for lunch different meals than in my country. I´m not talking about famous meals from the well known cuisines, such as lasagne from Italian cuisine, tacos from Mexican one or kebab from the Turkish/Middle Eastern cuisine, but have you ever tried ugali or completo? Or have you at least heard about it? Not yet? Well, I will have to probably show you these ones. So come and let´s see list of twelve international foods you should definitely try at least once in your lifetime. 

It can be always exciting to travel on your own and without anybody else. I understand it and you have my full support to do some solo travel at least once in your lifetime, because I have one of the best experiences from traveling solo. But if you don´t feel like traveling solo would be perfect for you, I have another option just for you. Grab your passport and your sibling´s hand and start an unforgettable journey of your lifetime. Are you asking why to travel with your sister or brother? Let me to tell you a short story of my first time with my sister out of our country and without our parents.

As the new year kicks off, it is time to start saving for new trips and planning your next adventures. Most of my friends say that one of their most important new year´s resolution is to travel more. I can understand that discovering new countries, cities and cultures is very attractive way how to spend your holidays. It doesn´t matter if you want to wander around cities in your country or if you want to go somewhere abroad, everything counts and as long as it makes you happy, keep doing it. Because one day, you will have really huge regrets for not doing this and that thing. But let´s move on. I decided to put together my travel bucket list for this year AND I also decided to invite some other travel bloggers to share their dream destinations for year 2016. Here we go!