Strike567
American expat in the United Arab Emirates
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Lives in Dubai
Registration: 28 September 2015
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How is Life In Dubai , united arab emirates by Kalpi
I want to know about the living style in Dubai like what do you do , what do you hope , how do you spend your leisure time
I do not enjoy living in Dubai. It is not for everyone. I had a very succeeded one year contract in Abu Dhabi in 2012, which is why I accepted another contract in Dubai for 2 years. I am regretting returning to UAE. Things have changed here, and it ... Read More
Making first trip to Dubai - looking for tips. by denver_dubai
So on early September I'll be making my trip into Dubai, I'm extremely new to the UAE Embassy & doing as much research as possible, so can anyone help me out with some tips?
The US Embassy is in Abu Dhabi, not Dubai. I think that you will find it difficult to find a job while in Dubai. The jobs advertised arelow paying ones, and many do not offer a residency visa. It is best to apply for a job in Dubai while still in ... Read More
thinking of moving / working in dubai by rockyroad9
Hi fellow Malaysians, i have been thinking about moving to dubai for a job opportunity. debating on if this is a good idea or not. wondering if there are a lot of malaysians here in dubai, what the lifestyle is like, etc.... thanks ! :)
I would advise against moving to Dubai. I am here on a 2 year contract, and am regretting it already. I have only been here for 4 months, and already am counting the days until I can leave. Think long and hard before coming here. Read More
Mini Mart by fusiono
Dear All, Is it profitable to open a mini mart in dubai, in areas like marina and Jlt. Any one has had experience, please share? Cheers
It is very complicated starting a business in Dubai. I woyld advise against it. You should look into starting a coin operated laundry, instead. There are none of them here in Dubai. Read More
Bed BUg Problems by Ak-3601
I just moved to Dubai and i have changed several accommodations because of the problems of bed bugs. I am not able to get full sleep at night just because i am not comfortable due to the major issue of bed bugs in Dubai, i also used few pest control ...
We have bed bugs in one of our mattresses, as well. It seems to be a real problem in JBR. Read More
Moving to Dubai - Top priorities to do by vishnuvardhan
Hi I am vishnu from south India and have got a job offer in Dubai. I am recently married and have no idea about Dubai as a whole. Appreciate if someone can advise on the priorities of things to do once i landed dubai to get settled along with my ...
A driver's license is a luxury in Dubai, and very expensive. You may also require driving school, which is expensive, as well. Also, it is very difficult to import a vehicle. You can buy a cheap car here, but it is very expensive to register it. ... Read More
My Four Months Life in Dubai by MedgeeM
Hi everybody, I'am Medgee from Mauritius .I would like to tell something about my experience in Dubai .In November 2014 i have got a contract as Housekeeping Associate in a private villa .I was very excited new job ,new life ,new country and in ...
I am sorry t i hear of you poor treatment while in Dubai. Unfortunately, you are bot alone. Your story is played out countless times each day. It should be a lesson to those stary eyed people wanting to come to Dubai. The reality is that Dubai is ... Read More