Clare Bugden
@clarebugden
South African expat in the United Arab Emirates
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22 posts
About me
South African
Lives in Dubai
Speaks English
Registration: 16 December 2010
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ABOUT TO COME IN DUBAI . by essse2003
HELLO EVERYONE ! i'mabout to come to work in Dubai in the hotel industry (restaurant) and they pay about 5500-6000 a month , everything else included (housing/meals/transportation) my question is : is that enuf money to save some of it ?
Hi, Yes I would think it is enough money to live and save on. You really have no other expenses. The only expensive thing in Dubai is alcohol. So if you are a big drinker then you hardly have any money. But you should mannage. Taxis are cheap and so ... Read More
Nautilus Fitness Centre Dubai Crowne Plaza by clarebugden
Hi everybody, If anybody is a member of this club in Dubai, please could you let me know how how you like it. Thinking of joining. Thanks, Clare
Thanks Armand. I did :) Read More
Expat Trauma - What's your worst story? by CultureHappens
What's your worst experience of "expat trauma" (missing a cultural cue that really cost you)?
Thanks.Those are the pretty straight forward ones. Bending over, that is new to me. Great thanks. Read More
Expat Trauma - What's your worst story? by CultureHappens
What's your worst experience of "expat trauma" (missing a cultural cue that really cost you)?
Legacy, tell me about the other gestures that can be misconstued? Help me I am learning? Read More
What makes you smile..? by fauziutomo
I smiled when I saw someone in a public place that is still wearing the clothes priced. :) regards fauzi
Legacy, you deserve a :) In answer to your question.. Well I got myself into trouble in Dubai by always smiling, especially with men :-( So I am a little careful now. But I am still a smiler even with my braces on!! Read More
Expat Trauma - What's your worst story? by CultureHappens
What's your worst experience of "expat trauma" (missing a cultural cue that really cost you)?
Mine certainly was this! Moving to Dubai from South Africa. One a huge culture shock (learning all the time, I must add) Back home I always smiled and said hello to everybody. But in Dubai that got me into a great deal of trouble, especially with ... Read More
What makes you smile..? by fauziutomo
I smiled when I saw someone in a public place that is still wearing the clothes priced. :) regards fauzi
Smiles are warm and comforting! Never forget to do it! Read More
Nautilus Fitness Centre Dubai Crowne Plaza
Hi everybody, If anybody is a member of this club in Dubai, please could you let me know how how you like it. Thinking of joining. Thanks, Clare Read More
Looking for Euthymol - Toothpaste in Dubai by clarebugden
Hi everybody, If you know where I can get Euthymol in Dubai, I would be so grateful. It is the original ...
Ohhh hello petrol head. One of my mates from UK has just posted me some. Looking forward to the taste in my mouth. Then a work collegue is going over at the end of the month. I will get her to bring me some as well. If you find it anywhere here. ... Read More
Fake Dubai by clarebugden
Am I the only person that thinks Dubai is pretentiuos, fake and phony. From people's smiles to their fake drunked lifestyles, to the malls with every type of fake plastic bling you could imagine. Tell me I am not the only crazy person in Dubai who ...
Hi Teacher13, Yes I think Dubai has lost its soul! Well said. Clare Read More
Fake Dubai by clarebugden
Am I the only person that thinks Dubai is pretentiuos, fake and phony. From people's smiles to their fake drunked lifestyles, to the malls with every type of fake plastic bling you could imagine. Tell me I am not the only crazy person in Dubai who ...
Hi Fazilam, I do agree with you completely. We need to make the change. I have lived in several countries around the world and my statement is based on experience and real life experience in Dubai. So hopefully when you come to live in Dubai one ... Read More
Looking for Euthymol - Toothpaste in Dubai
Hi everybody, If you know where I can get Euthymol in Dubai, I would be so grateful. It is the original ... Read More
Fake Dubai by clarebugden
Am I the only person that thinks Dubai is pretentiuos, fake and phony. From people's smiles to their fake drunked lifestyles, to the malls with every type of fake plastic bling you could imagine. Tell me I am not the only crazy person in Dubai who ...
Thanks Maluco for your comments, Yes we all have our opinions and that is what makes it an interesting life! Enjoy your time in Dubai. Read More
Fake Dubai by clarebugden
Am I the only person that thinks Dubai is pretentiuos, fake and phony. From people's smiles to their fake drunked lifestyles, to the malls with every type of fake plastic bling you could imagine. Tell me I am not the only crazy person in Dubai who ...
Thanks for your responses. Basma97, I agree with you that you can find alot of non fake things. But in essence what I am trying to say is that the soul of Dubai is completely laking in soul substance. Dubai is trying to be the outside face of ... Read More