All inclusive in UAE from Almaty: prices

All inclusive holidays in the UAE are a ready-made package with accommodation, meals and drinks, which is most often taken for 5–10 nights with departure from Almaty. In summer the Emirates are hot and prices are lower, in winter it is more comfortable but more expensive. The format suits families with children and those who do not want to count every bill on holiday. Next — what to consider before booking.

All inclusive in the Emirates: what a tourist from Kazakhstan should consider

For a tourist from Kazakhstan, this format in the UAE removes worries about meals and drinks, but leaves questions that the guest resolves themselves. Below is what is worth thinking through before departure from Almaty.

What the package gives and what it does not

The package covers breakfasts, lunches and dinners, and often drinks of local production. In hotels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi the buffet works by the clock, and for those who are late the kitchen no longer serves dishes. Snacks by the pool and the minibar in the room are usually outside the package. Check with the seller how many restaurants participate in the programme.

How to choose a hotel for your holiday

Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Dubai take a deposit at check-in, while in Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman the amounts are lower. Kids clubs in Fujairah work on a schedule, while in Umm Al Quwain there are almost none. Family blocks are placed separately from pools with music. Before booking, look at what exactly is included in your rate.

Travel expenses and payment on site

Beyond the cost of the tour in the Emirates, there will be expenses for transfer, deposit, tips and purchases. The amounts depend on the emirate, the hotel and your habits, so plan a reserve.

Transfer, hotel deposit and tips

The journey from the airport to the hotel in Dubai or Abu Dhabi is paid separately if the transfer is not included in the tour. A group bus is cheaper than an individual car, but waits for the whole flight. At check-in, almost everywhere a deposit is requested — the amount is frozen on the card or taken in cash. Tips are not obligatory, but are accepted: a small amount in dirhams is left for the porter, the maid, the waiter. In Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman taxi prices are lower than in the capital.

Cards, cash dirhams and currency exchange

It is better to change dirhams at banks and exchange offices, not at the hotel. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but at the spice and gold markets cash is more advantageous. The tax refund is processed at the airport on departure.

How to stay connected and follow local rules?

Communication and behaviour in public places are two topics that a tourist from Kazakhstan thinks about already on site. Both are solved simply if you know in advance.

SIM cards, roaming and Wi-Fi in hotels

A local SIM card is bought at the airport or in a telecom salon by presenting a passport. Packages with internet work throughout the country, including Umm Al Quwain. Roaming of Kazakhstani operators is convenient, but more expensive with active use. Wi-Fi in UAE hotels is usually free in rooms and lobbies, the speed is sufficient for messengers. For video calls via some applications, a VPN may be needed.

Dress code, photography and alcohol in different emirates

In malls and on the streets of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, covered clothing is appropriate, while on the beach — a swimsuit. In mosques, women are given a cape, shoes are removed at the entrance. Photographing people without consent is not worth it, and government institutions and military facilities cannot be photographed. Alcohol is served in licensed hotel restaurants, while in Sharjah stricter restrictions apply. During Ramadan, people do not eat or drink outside during the day, and establishments change their schedule.

Features of holidays during Ramadan

In the month of fasting, life in the Emirates follows a special routine, and this concerns even tourists. Cafes and restaurants outside hotels are often closed during the day and open after sunset. The iftar dinner at the hotel becomes part of the evening programme, and shopping centres work late. Clothing in public places during this period is more modest than usual. Excursions and safaris are held, but adjusted for the regime. A tourist from Kazakhstan should take this into account when choosing travel dates.

Moving between emirates and excursions

Distances between the emirates are small, so in one trip it is realistic to see both Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. The mode of movement is chosen by budget and number of people.

Buses, taxis, car rental and toll roads

Intercity buses connect Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain and cost little. Taxis are convenient for short trips, but the meter grows quickly during rush hours. Car rental gives freedom, however an international driving licence and insurance are needed. On some roads the toll is charged automatically, and fines come to the rental company. To Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah it is better to go with a driver if you do not want to look for parking.

Desert safaris, mountains, oases and boat trips

A safari usually takes half a day and includes dinner and a show. People go to the mountains of Ras Al Khaimah for the views and the cable car. The oases are interesting for their palm groves and irrigation system. Boat trips to the islands are popular in Fujairah.

Visa and entry rules change: check with the primary source — the UAE Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, https://icp.gov.ae/en/. The information on this page was verified on 14.09.2026.

Holidays with children and shopping: what to take and what to buy?

Families with children and shopping lovers find their own thing in the Emirates, but preparation differs from the usual. Some things are easier to bring with you than to look for on site.

Age restrictions in hotels, kids clubs and meals

Some hotels in Abu Dhabi and Dubai allow children into pools from a certain age and height. Kids' clubs operate on a schedule and divide groups by age. Meals for toddlers are confirmed in advance: a children's menu is not available everywhere. In Sharjah and Ajman there are fewer family hotels, but it is calmer. It is convenient to bring your own stroller, rentals are rare.

Medicines, food and children's supplies from Kazakhstan

• Fever reducers and pain relievers for children and adults.
• Remedies for sunburn and insect bites.
• Familiar grains, formula and purees for toddlers.
• Diapers and wet wipes for the first days.
• Electrical appliances with an adapter for local sockets.

Medicines are taken in factory packaging with instructions. Food is transported only in sealed containers to avoid questions. Children's supplies are available in the Emirates, but cost more.

Malls, spice and gold markets, tax refund

Large malls in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are open until late in the evening and house aquariums, ice rinks and fountains. The spice and gold markets in Sharjah and Deira bargain, and a discount can really be haggled. Seasonal sales fall in winter and summer, when prices drop noticeably. Tax refunds are processed for purchases above a certain amount when departing the country. Receipts are kept until the end of the trip.

In brief

• The package covers meals and drinks, but transfer and hotel deposit are paid separately.
• It is more profitable to exchange dirhams in the city, and keep the card as the main method of payment.
• The dress code is stricter in Sharjah, more relaxed on the beaches of Dubai and Fujairah.
• It is convenient to travel between the emirates by bus, taxi or rented car.
• Medicines, baby formula and supplies are more reliable to bring from Kazakhstan.