Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Delegate Guide

Dubai City Guide

Everything you need to know for your time in Dubai — travel, accommodation, neighborhoods, and what to do before and after the summit.

At a Glance

Dubai Essentials

Airport

Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 15 min from DWTC

Currency

UAE Dirham (AED) · 1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED

Timezone

Gulf Standard Time (GST) — UTC+4

Language

Arabic (official) · English widely spoken

Weather in March

25–30°C · Sunny with low humidity — ideal outdoor conditions

Visa

Visa on arrival for 90+ nationalities · Check official UAE portal

Summit Venue

Dubai World Trade Centre

One of the world's premier conference and exhibition destinations, the Dubai World Trade Centre has hosted heads of state, Fortune 500 companies, and thousands of international events. It's a landmark in the heart of the city.

Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre District, Dubai, UAE

Adjacent to the Dubai Metro · 5 min from DIFC

Downtown Dubai

Home to the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Fountain — walkable luxury at its finest.

DIFC

Dubai's financial hub, steps from the Dubai World Trade Centre. Fine dining and premium hotels.

Dubai Marina

Site of the Day 2 Gala Cruise Dinner. Stunning waterfront with world-class restaurants.

Jumeirah

Beachfront luxury. Burj Al Arab views. Perfect for pre- or post-summit relaxation.

Flying into Dubai?

Dubai International (DXB) serves 90+ airlines and 240+ destinations.