Is there a general Dubai frequently asked questions site?
Yes here is the link http://www.dubaifaqs.com/ Dubai/Oman stopovers Cheap accommodation Basic Info Here is some basic info on hotels and transport for anyone planning a trip to Dubai and Oman sidetrip. Relevant as at late March 2007 and early April 2007. Dubai airport bus (No 401) Dr 2.60 to Deira Gold Souk. Try and pick up bus route map from info office at airport. The Gold Souk area is where cheapest of Dubai’s not so cheap hotels are. Priced by stars, thus one star about 200 Dr, 2-star 250-300, 3-star 350-400 Dr. Can try for discount, especially if staying a few nights. The Youth Hostel is by far cheapest at 60 Dr (incl breakfast) members, 75 non members. If you can get one, singles are about 175. As mentioned many times bookings mean little (they want fax confirmation, etc). The main drawback, besides a crowded dorm, is its a fair way out, and in peak hour can take over hour to get in or out. In fact, getting in at peak hour most busses are already full and will not stop. Its 300 m
