Moving to a new country and setting up house can be very challenging and this is especially true if you are trying to find accommodation for a family. Some companies provide accommodation and some provide an allowance as part of the salary to be used for accommodation. Before you sign a contract, make sure you […]
Health insurance is essential for you and your family if you are working in Dubai. Anyone working in Dubai should have some form of health coverage. Currently, however, there is no consistency in what is provided. Changes Ahead in Basic Health Cover According to labor laws, you are entitled to a health card that allows
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The Dubai Expat lifestyle has many advantages: A better standard of living for you and your family, higher income potential, including a tax free salary in many cases, the advantages of living in a culture different from that of your own… The list is endless. But one thing that needs careful thought when living in
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It is believed that divorce and moving house are the two most stressful events in life; even though most people may never (hopefully) have to go through the first, the majority end up experiencing the latter. As the world gets smaller, with the discovery of new technology and quicker methods of transport, more people find
“How much is the cost of living in Dubai?” is one of those questions like “how long is a piece of string?” The answer always has to be prefaced by two words: – it depends. But it depends on what? First of all, you need to have your basic needs for food, shelter and transport
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Moving to Dubai can be both exciting and stressful. The more you prepare the easier the transition will be. If you are moving to Dubai with children, this preparation is even more essential. Getting ready to Move I have moved country three times, the first time with three small children, so I have lived through
There have been several write-ups about the infamous Dubai heat, so there is not much left to be said. Unlike what most Westerners define as ‘heat’ back in their home countries, Dubai heat is very different and can be dry, dusty and relentless. We are not talking about comfortable or even warm conditions that are
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Owning a car in Dubai is a must as the public transport system, even though continually developing, is still limited. Car prices in Dubai are cheaper than those in the UK or the US with the added advantage of living in an oil-rich country in which petrol is highly subsidized and vehicle maintenance is typically
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There has been steady sustainable growth in Dubai since the financial troubles of 2008. Dubai has a more diversified economy than its next-door neighbor, Abu Dhabi, which relies on oil revenue. Banking, trade, tourism, and construction form the basis of Dubai’s economy. Investment in the property market has increased, and more construction is a cheerful
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The Recent Birth of Dubai Arriving in Dubai, you’ll immediately notice the “can-do” attitude displayed by residents and citizens. While the sun and sand lifestyle may suggest languid movement, in reality, business decisions are made quickly in Dubai. Unabashedly modern and with an eye towards the future, Dubai is a growing metropolis set to host
