Cassandra14 Posted August 25, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Is it possible to buy drinks e. g. Gin in Dubai to take on board? We are on the last WC leg Dubai to S'ton next April. .... if we had a bottle in our suitcase when arriving at the airport...would that be allowed? Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Bedruthen Posted August 25, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 25, 2017 I assume you are flying, in which case there is a large duty free shop in the airport arrivals hall. There is no duty free at the port. Why bother bringing it with you, as the duty free in Dubai is cheap. Alcohol is a very murky legal area in the UAE as technically to purchase or consume alcohol in the country you should have a liquor licence, but in reality the rule is not enforced unless you are unlucky enough to get arrested for something else...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buchhalm Posted August 26, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I read this as you are flying INTO Dubai to join a cruise? There is a very well stocked duty free shop at arrivals with very very good prices ( mostly cheaper than LHR for example). Also you will get duty free SIZES, that is 1000 ml instead of standard retail sized bottles. As a non Muslim you are allowed FOUR litres of alcohol (of any strength) OR a carton / 24 cans of beer into the UAE. Bottoms up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian1 Posted August 26, 2017 #4 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I read this as you are flying INTO Dubai to join a cruise?There is a very well stocked duty free shop at arrivals with very very good prices ( mostly cheaper than LHR for example). Also you will get duty free SIZES, that is 1000 ml instead of standard retail sized bottles. As a non Muslim you are allowed FOUR litres of alcohol (of any strength) OR a carton / 24 cans of beer into the UAE. Bottoms up! Hi,I can confirm this as I done this in Jan joining the Aurora,cheers,Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAsplasher Posted August 26, 2017 #5 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I assume you are flying, in which case there is a large duty free shop in the airport arrivals hall. There is no duty free at the port. Why bother bringing it with you, as the duty free in Dubai is cheap.Alcohol is a very murky legal area in the UAE as technically to purchase or consume alcohol in the country you should have a liquor licence, but in reality the rule is not enforced unless you are unlucky enough to get arrested for something else...... Could you tell me if they sell wine and Champagne in the airport duty free also, and if so, in your opinion, would the duty free price make it worthwhile to buy it there rather than carrying it from Australia with me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassandra14 Posted August 26, 2017 Author #6 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Thanks....just what I was hoping to hear ! Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aulanis Posted August 26, 2017 #7 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Of course if they scan your luggage and find it you will not get it back until the end of the cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamrag Posted August 26, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Could you tell me if they sell wine and Champagne in the airport duty free also, and if so, in your opinion, would the duty free price make it worthwhile to buy it there rather than carrying it from Australia with me? Yes, absolutely. Only issue I guess is whether they have the wine types you enjoy, but cannot think of any reason why not....certainly seems better than lugging from Australia, IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Hattie Posted August 26, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Of course if they scan your luggage and find it you will not get it back until the end of the cruise? The OP is sailing on Cunard, alcohol won't be confiscated, unless you have a different experience to report ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAsplasher Posted August 26, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Yes, absolutely. Only issue I guess is whether they have the wine types you enjoy, but cannot think of any reason why not....certainly seems better than lugging from Australia, IMHO. Oh I'm sure I can find something I like! Thank you for the information.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aulanis Posted August 26, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 26, 2017 "The OP is sailing on Cunard, alcohol won't be confiscated," Good morning Hattie well that is not what is suggested on the Cruise Critic site??? :D https://www.cruisecritic.co.uk/articles.cfm?ID=244 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Hattie Posted August 26, 2017 #12 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I wouldn't take that as gospel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underwatr Posted August 26, 2017 #13 Share Posted August 26, 2017 The Cruise Critic article is quoting the Cunard contract, which for some reason doesn't describe Cunard's actual practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buchhalm Posted August 26, 2017 #14 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Could you tell me if they sell wine and Champagne in the airport duty free also, and if so, in your opinion, would the duty free price make it worthwhile to buy it there rather than carrying it from Australia with me? They do sell a good selection of wine and champagne at DXB arrivals. Something for every budget. Personally I bring a few fav bottles of WINE from Oz (In the suitcase! Many post offices sell Styrofoam wine mailing boxes, if you are worried) buy CHAMPAGNE I buy in DXB. These is a current price guide for some of the champagne... https://online.dubaidutyfree.com/ddf/category/liquor-champagne/_/N-7xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balf Posted August 26, 2017 #15 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I wouldn't take that as gospel. If the information is wrong, as it obviously is can't it be edited of deleted. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aulanis Posted August 26, 2017 #16 Share Posted August 26, 2017 It is not that it is totally wrong https://ask.cunard.com/help/before-you-sail/alcohol?rating=1&submitted=true#rater Cunard obviously cant make a decision until you are on the gang plank Have to say reading their answer to the question if stopped I would ask for a written explanation of why they "consider it likely that the health, comfort, safety and enjoyment of passengers may otherwise be compromised." I have sent them a comment to say they should say yes or no how difficult would that be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Hattie Posted August 26, 2017 #17 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I can understand why they leave it vague but real world experience of our posters is that it's not an issue. Please report back if you have a problem, when are you sailing ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Bedruthen Posted August 26, 2017 #18 Share Posted August 26, 2017 My understanding is that of course you can take alcohol onboard, however in the unlikely event that you turned up with enough alcohol to start your own bar service, then they reserve the right to confiscate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAsplasher Posted August 26, 2017 #19 Share Posted August 26, 2017 They do sell a good selection of wine and champagne at DXB arrivals.Something for every budget. Personally I bring a few fav bottles of WINE from Oz (In the suitcase! Many post offices sell Styrofoam wine mailing boxes, if you are worried) buy CHAMPAGNE I buy in DXB. These is a current price guide for some of the champagne... https://online.dubaidutyfree.com/ddf/category/liquor-champagne/_/N-7xo Thank you for the info and the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacia Posted August 28, 2017 #20 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Is this link of any interest? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-1272724/FO-Dubai-travel-advice-Brits-No-sex-alcohol-holding-hands.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balf Posted August 28, 2017 #21 Share Posted August 28, 2017 One tip for unaccompanied ladies in Dubai is to always use the pink, all female driven taxis. As a (married) couple we found them excellent. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAsplasher Posted August 28, 2017 #22 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Is this link of any interest? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-1272724/FO-Dubai-travel-advice-Brits-No-sex-alcohol-holding-hands.html Well it is interesting, but perhaps not relevant, you are allowed to drink in your room, both on QM2 and in your hotel in Dubai. Why do people go where there are these laws, then break them? I work in a dry community in Australia, I live there for 10 weeks at a time. I wouldn't dream of taking alcohol out there. You are allowed to hold hands though:halo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAsplasher Posted August 28, 2017 #23 Share Posted August 28, 2017 One tip for unaccompanied ladies in Dubai is to always use the pink, all female driven taxis. As a (married) couple we found them excellent. David What an excellent tip! Plus you are supporting women working and driving there, which I understand is not encouraged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balf Posted August 28, 2017 #24 Share Posted August 28, 2017 You are allowed to hold hands though:halo: Not with me you're not. David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAsplasher Posted August 28, 2017 #25 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Not with me you're not. David. That's ok, it isn't mandatory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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