Dubai is positioned on the southeast coast of the Gulf of Persia and on the emirate's northern shore. It is a heavily populated city, being a home of around 2 million people within its land area of over 3000 square kilometres.
Its existence was first recorded in 1822 as a mud hut fishing village on the Gulf Coast under pressure by the Portuguese and British since the 15th century. Its rapid modernization is a result of developments in terms of oil exploration, tourism, aviation, real estate, and financial services.
Dubai has no official red light districts. This is because prostitution and many kinds of sexual relationships are illegal. But being one of the most liberal and Westernized cities in the Middle East, there are areas in Dubai popular in the sex industry. Some of the places to find sex workers are among its many five-star hotels, sports and music bars, and even on the streets.
History of the RLD
The growth of tourism and trade in Dubai makes it a natural hub for sex work. Wealthy expats, the typical clientele, are often looking to spend their hard-earned money to unwind and fulfil their sexual desires while being far from home. Sex working in Dubai first started as human trafficking, as girls from China, Russia, Ukraine, and the Philippines are lured by illegal labour agencies promising jobs in the Middle East, but eventually reveal they are in the sex business. Dubai alone has an estimated 30,000 sex workers from various parts of the world. Even though prostitution is forbidden, with sharia courts imposing flogging as punishments, Dubai sex workers offer their services rather openly.
How to find the RLD
To get to the five-star hotels, sports and music bars, and street districts of Dubai that offer prostitution, do note that the best way is by driving a car. Other modes of transportation around the city are The Dubai metro, monorail and water taxis (called abras).
Stay safe in the RLD
The city has strict cultural norms and laws against sexual relationships that involve homosexuals, unmarried couples cohabiting, and public displays of affection, all of which can bring serious legal consequences. Even though prostitution is generally tolerated, those looking to go to red light districts are advised to be discreet. Saying their female companion is a wife, girlfriend or fiancée may save guests from trouble. On the streets, guests are advised to maintain a low profile and take different routes. Accepting packages or mail from strangers is highly discouraged.
Although strictly illegal, adult entertainment is conspicuously present around the city of Dubai. The most common area frequented by high class courtesans are the lobbies of international hotels. Adult entertainment in this city is thought to be a luxury typically acquired by lone travellers who visit Dubai.
Street Prostitution
In the older areas of Dubai such as Deira and Bur Dubai, sex workers roam the streets. Guests can find Chinese, Bangladeshi, Pakistani or Indian sex workers in lobbies of three-star hotels or calling out strangers out in the open.
Swinger Clubs
For single men, women, and couples looking for partner exchange in Dubai, going online is the best option to find specific activities. Swing33 Agency is a website for escorts where guests can browse individuals according to region. It has profiles of individuals located in Dubai and the entire UAE, and also has a listing of the public and private parties for swingers, and recommended sex clubs for swinging.
Despite its liberal and Westernized culture, prostitution in the UAE remains illegal, with sharia courts giving sentences of 39 to 200 lashes, followed by prosecution, imprisonment, fine, or deportation when found guilty. Operating brothels and pimping are also illegal. Human trafficking is prohibited under Federal Law No. 51, prescribing penalties from one year to life imprisonment.
In UAE, homosexuality is a crime and is punishable by death jail time, fines, deportation, and even death penalty. An individual charged with homosexuality may also be charged with adultery if they have sexual relations with the same sex while having a spouse of the opposite sex.
Dubai is famous for its pulsating nightlife and entertainment industry. The city regularly hosts events featuring world-renowned DJs and international celebrities in the likes of David Guetta, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj, and more. These clubs typically fill up at 10PM and close at 3AM. There are bars where women can enjoy the ladies’ night, where they are allowed entrance free of charge and even provided complimentary drinks and food.
Note that the legal drinking age in Dubai is 21 years old. Foreign guests are also advised to bring IDs, which can be driver’s licenses or passports. However, avoid drinking and driving, as getting caught by the police might entail jail time.
Some popular nightclubs in Dubai are the following:
There are no clubs in Dubai that officially cater to lesbian, gays, bisexuals and transsexuals (LGBT) individuals. In fact, homosexuality is a punishable offence. Public display of affection among gay couples and cross-dressing may also result in penalties and prison.
General Attitude Towards Gays
It is best for the LGBT to be discreet when looking for sex services. Gay individuals are advised to bring a companion from the opposite sex in order to suppress any suspicion of homosexuality. It’s also advised that gay couples should book a twin bed room at hotels in order to not be assumed as homosexuals.
However, the underground gay scene in Dubai is very much alive if guests look closer. In fact, Dubai is seen as the city for gay people from other parts of the Middle East to seek refuge from discrimination. Gay night clubs are often tolerated, with police resorting to only dispersing the crowds of gay clubs when caught. However, Dubai’s secret police may go as far as targeting gay hangouts periodically and may arrest (although rarely) guilty individuals.
Gay Prostitution in Dubai
Gay prostitutes in Dubai can be searched for online, particularly via the Gay Escort Club website. It was created by escorts themselves and has been in operation for six years.
Transsexual Prostitutes
One of the best places to find transsexual escorts is via Dubai Escort Babes website. It is an online escort directory with hundreds of profiles of transsexual men. On other websites, guests can search for transvestite and shemale escorts. Interested guests need only to phone the individuals they are interested in for transactions.
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