Both men and women are expected to dress with an appropriate level of discretion during the month of Ramadan. Show as little skin as possible, within reason. Cover your knees and shoulders, wear only modest makeup, and do not wear revealing necklines. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.  If you are female, consider covering your head with a scarf or pashmina. The stated purpose of this garb is to reduce the risk of temptation. It is most important to dress modestly if you enter a mosque or another sacred space. This holds true even when Ramadan is not in effect. People will be abstaining from all food and water from dawn to dusk each day, and they will be actively trying to resist worldly temptations. If someone is trying to abstain from a certain habit or practice, avoid doing that thing in front of them. At best, you will offend the locals – and at worst, you may find yourself in trouble with the police. Be modest and respectful, and do your best to keep the peace.  Do not play loud music; in general, do not make a lot of noise in public spaces. Do not swear in public. Ramadan is a time for prayer and spiritual reflection, and loud or vulgar noises may disturb this peace.  Fasting can wreak havoc upon a person's eating and sleeping habits, so some locals might be "hangry" or more irritable than usual. Understand that this is part of the experience. Try to be patient with everyone that you meet. Charity is a huge part of the ethos of Ramadan, and giving money to a good cause can be a great way to get into the holiday spirit. If you want to help an organization, look into the various volunteering and donating options in Dubai. On a simpler level, consider tipping service workers extra. The working hours are two hours shorter than usual during this month. In order to handle their hunger, people tend to stay up very late at night, then nap in the afternoon. All public restaurants and coffee shops are closed from dawn to sunset. Bars, clubs, and live music venues typically close down, so you may need to find another way to keep yourself busy.  Be careful on the streets. The roads will be busier, especially when the fast breaks at sundown and people are going out to dinner. Drivers are generally more tired, and the rate of UAE traffic accidents increases dramatically during Ramadan. Do not worry about finding food. Restaurants at hotels, airports, and other traveler-specific spaces tend to remain open during the day, and food and drinks are freely served in those areas. Smoking is prohibited in almost all public areas during the month of Ramadan, and you may even draw attention if you smoke in private spaces. Most importantly, do not smoke around practicing Muslims, some of whom might be trying to abstain from cigarettes for the month. Eating and drinking in front of fasting Muslims is not illegal, but it is usually considered disrespectful.

Summary: Dress modestly. Be considerate of practicing Muslims. Be charitable. Understand how business hours shift during Ramadan. Don't eat or smoke in public places.


They sit well at the base of your neck, even with very short hair. If you have longer hair, you can pull your hair up to the middle of your head, just behind your ears.  If you have short hair, pull your hair closer to the base of your neck. On the third wrap, pull the ponytail into a bun.  Pigtail buns will jostle when you run, so be sure to tie them tightly with elastic. Regular small pigtails are just as cute as buns, and you won't have to worry about them falling apart. Pair this with a headband to prevent hair from falling into your face.

Summary: Use pigtail buns for short to medium length hair. Pull your hair into two equal ponytails on either side of your head. Wrap your hair in an elastic a couple times. Don't force your hair into buns if it is too short.


If you happen to get your  fiberglass cast dirty, try wiping off the dirt, food, or other mark with a damp cloth. Make sure the cloth is only damp and not too wet. It should not leave any pools of wetness behind on your cast.   No matter if you have a plaster or fiberglass cast, you should never get your cast wet or submerge it into water, even if you get it dirty. Though fiberglass casts are waterproof, the soft lining inside is not, so you want to keep them dry.  If you have a fiberglass cast and a waterproof liner, you may be able to get the cast wet. If either type of cast gets dirty on the outside and a damp cloth isn’t enough, try using mild dish detergent. Put a small amount of dish detergent on a damp cloth. Gently and carefully wipe away the dirt. Use a dry cloth to wipe away the soap and dry the cast. The most important thing to do while you or someone else has a cast is to keep it clean. This means keeping it away from dirt and sand if possible. You should also try to limit how much you sweat in it, because sweat and grime can cause it to get dirty. Be careful when you eat. Try not to drop food onto or into the cast. If you need to, cover the cast while you eat. This may be important if a child has an arm cast.

Summary: Wipe the outside of the cast with a damp cloth. Use mild detergent to clean your cast. Keep the cast from getting dirty.


Stainless steel scratches easily, and even a mild kitchen scrubbing pad will mar the surface.  Use a microfiber cloth. They work better than lint-free cotton because they leave less fibrous material on the surface of the stainless steel Clean and shine your refrigerator with paper towels. If you want a super, non- streak shine, first clean the surface with the microfiber cloth and your favorite cleaning agent, and then wipe down the refrigerator with paper towels.
Summary: Choose a nonabrasive cleaning cloth.