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Below you’ll find helpful information about your trip as you prepare for your journey with Select Health in partnership with Wren International. If you have additional questions, please contact Wren International — we’re here to ensure every part of your trip is seamless from start to finish.

Before My Trip

Weather conditions will be warm and humid (low to mid 80s) with lower temperatures in the evening (low to mid 60s). Be sure to pack comfortable clothing and consider jackets in the evening.

A conservative dress code is observed in the UAE, so please keep modesty in mind while in public and avoid clothing that is overly revealing. Below are recommended items to pack:

  • Camel Polo: Casual attire (comfortable pants recommended) with closed-toe tennis shoes

  • Credit/debit cards for personal expenses

  • Dinner in the Desert: Long pants or a dress, and a jacket, as evenings can be cool

  • Exercise/gym clothes: Normal gym attire is appropriate at the resort

  • Final Dinner attire: Business casual

  • Flip flops/sandals for the resort pool and beach

  • Grand Mosque (Abu Dhabi): Men - Long Pants required. Women - Long sleeve shirts/Pants or full length dress with long sleeves required; tight clothing is not permitted

  • Phone, laptop, chargers

  • Shorts, capris, or knee-length skirts - for majority of the trip

  • Sneakers/tennis shoes and socks

  • Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses

  • Swimsuit: Standard swimwear is appropriate at the resort pool and beach

  • T-shirts and modest sleeveless tops (midsection must remain covered)

  • Toiletries and medications

  • Yas Marina F1: Casual attire with closed-toe tennis shoes

Flights

If interested in upgrading your seats, you must contact Wren International for pricing and availability.

For the international flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Dubai (DXB), Emirates Airlines will allow one (1) piece of checked luggage (up to 50 lbs) per person. Due to limited cargo space on bus transfers, we do ask that each couple bring no more than two (2) total checked bags combined.

The Trip

A passport is required for this trip and must be valid for at least 6 months BEYOND travel dates. To be safe, make sure your passport expires AFTER November 1, 2026. Flights will be booked with the EXACT NAME that appears on the submitted passport.

A drivers license is required for the F1 experience.

  • Domestic and International round-trip flights to/from Home/Dubai
  • 7 nights' accommodations at the One&Only Royal Mirage Resort
  • Sponsored tours and meals - more information to come

Yes, WiFi is free for all resort guests.

United Arab Emirates operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz, so converters are required for non-compatible appliances/items. UAE uses the associated plug type G, which is the plug that has 3 rectangular pins in a triangular pattern.

Yes, a personal credit card will be required to cover all incidentals and personal expenses (such as spa services, etc).

Tipping is included on all combined group excursions, plus all airport transfers. For optional tours and personal activities, you are encouraged to give tips when good service is provided. Tips are accepted in either US dollars or UAE dirhams.

Dubai is a safe and secure destination. As a general rule, we still recommend all participants to be cautious while traveling, but don’t forget to also relax and enjoy your time!

Some helpful tips: 

  • Avoid scam artists.

  • Avoid using unofficial or unmarked taxis at night.

  • Beware of strangers who approach you with “bargains,” offer to act as guides, or exhibit pickpocket behavior.

  • Carry your camera with a strap around your neck.

  • Do not discuss travel plans or personal details with strangers.

  • Don’t lose sight of your personal belongings.

  • Have enough cash for emergencies; keep cash and credit cards locked in your room safe.

  • Keep a low profile and avoid loud conversations or arguments.

  • Leave valuables at home.

  • Make photocopies of your itinerary, credit cards, passports, and other important documents. Leave a copy with a trusted person at home.