About Us
About
WhatToDoDubai
Our Story
Built by people who are
obsessed with Dubai.
WhatToDoDubai started with a simple frustration: most Dubai guides online are either recycled press releases,
outdated listicles, or written by people who've never actually dug into the details. We wanted something better — a guide
that's honest, thoroughly researched, and genuinely useful for planning real time in the city.We're a small, independent
team. We work with residents, frequent visitors, and local sources to make sure every guide holds up — not just
what looks good on a homepage.Think of us as the friend who did all the homework before your Dubai trip, so
you don't have to.
Focus
Dubai, UAE
Get in touch
hello.whattododubai@gmail.com
What We're Building
A guide Dubai actually deserves
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Honest & researched
Every guide is fact-checked against multiple sources — official tourism data, verified reviews, and firsthand accounts from people on the ground. If we're not confident it's accurate, it doesn't get published.
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Built for explorers
Whether you're in town for a long weekend or staying longer, our guides are structured to help you make the most of every hour — not just a generic list of "top 10" spots.
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Kept up to date
Dubai moves fast — new openings, new events, new rules. We revisit and update our guides regularly so what you're reading is actually current.
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Made with real curiosity
We're genuinely into this city — its ambition, its pace, its sheer variety. That's what pushes us to go deeper than the average travel blog.
Transparency
Honest answers
Who runs WhatToDoDubai?
We're a small independent team, not a big media company. Our focus is quality over volume — fewer, better guides rather than mass-produced content.
How do you research your guides?
We combine official tourism sources, verified reviews, and insights from residents and frequent visitors who know the city well. Every guide goes through a fact-checking pass before it's published.
How often is content updated?
New guides go up every week, and we revisit older ones as things change — new venues, new events, updated prices and hours.
Can I contribute or pitch a guide?
Absolutely. If you live in Dubai or know it well and want to contribute, we'd love to hear from you — [drop us an email] and let's talk.
We're just getting started — come explore with us.
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