UAE Dirham (AED) = 100 fils. Notes are in denominations of AED1,000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of AED1, and 50, 25, 10 and 5 fils (10 and 5 fils coins are rarely used).
The Dirham is tied to the US Dollar.
Credit/Debit cards and ATMS
American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted. ATMs are found across the UAE, mostly in the major cities of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Culture
The United Arab Emirates bears a significant resemblance to neighbouring Arab countries and the larger Arab culture. Modernisation of its culture occurred after the discovery of oil mines in the country in 1960, when small mud walled towns started developing as cities and towns with high rise buildings. However the people of the country have still held the United Arab Emirates traditions.
Emergency Services
Police: 999
Ambulance: 998/999
Fire: 997
Weather
The best time to visit is between October and May.
The hottest time is from June to September with little rainfall.
