When visiting Dubai, women should dress respectfully in certain places. In the hotels it is usually fine to wear whatever you want and you do not need to cover up. However, if you’re going out in public and visiting areas where there are more locals, you should be respectful of the local culture and cover your arms and knees. When packing for Dubai, make sure you pack a light jacket to cover your shoulders and a pashmina so you can cover your head at mosques and religious sites. Long dresses or loose-fitting pants are ideal for covering your legs.  Only wear swimwear when you’re at the hotel pool or beach. If wearing a bikini, bring something a little more covered and leave thongs or itsy-bitsy Brazilian bottoms at home.