Visiting the UAE? Familiarize yourself with the social etiquettes. UAE_portal
If you are sharing a meal with your host, accept food and refreshments before moving on to matters of business.
It is customary to accept food and drink with your right hand; this is also the hand you should eat with. The act of food sharing is a considered as an expression of friendship in the Arab countries.If you are invited to a majlis, remove your shoes at the entrance. Males and females will probably be escorted to different sections.When greeting a member of the opposite gender who is Muslim, do not offer to shake hands unless they extend their hand first.
Clothing should not be transparent, indecently exposing parts of the body or displaying offensive pictures or slogans. Women traveling in the UAE are not expected to cover their heads or wear the traditional Muslim attire.