Key etiquette guidelines
Dress & appearance
Since the event is mainly outside and in public, please respect local customs and dress appropriately. We recommend dressing in conservative business attire and to have your shoulders and knees covered. Headscarves are only required in religious places.Shoptalk Luxe involves lots of walking so make sure to wear comfy shoes!
Greeting & introductions
In public or professional settings, when meeting with a woman it is courteous to wait for them to initiate a handshake rather than extending your hand first, as some women may prefer not to engage in physical contact for cultural or religious reasons.If you are participating in our Meetup programme, please arrive on time and keep meetings within the 15-minute limit to ensure a smooth experience for everyone. Greet your meeting partners warmly and maintain a courteous, professional manner throughout the interaction. During Meetup, to respect privacy and ensure personal space is valued, only approach attendees you have confirmed meetings with, and access the Meetup area only during your scheduled times.
Cultural & religious awareness
Please be mindful that some attendees may choose not to consume alcohol and pork. We kindly ask all guests to remain respectful of others’ preferences and to observe local customs regarding alcohol service and consumption.The venue has available prayer rooms for both men and women. Please note that the prayer rooms are located on the 1st floor - the female prayer room is next to the Lebanese Terrace restaurant, and the male prayer room is next to Broadway restaurant.
Entry requirements & communications
Make sure your travel documents are in order and check the latest entry requirements and government issued travel advice before your trip.Please note that WhatsApp calls and Wi-Fi calling are not available while in Abu Dhabi, so plan accordingly.
General
While enjoying your time in Abu Dhabi, please remember to respect local customs and laws:- Public displays of affection are discouraged
- Use respectful language at all times
- Drunken or disorderly behaviour in public is taken seriously and may result in arrest.
