My husband is going to work in Dubai and I'm planning to follow him together with my 2 small children. Want to get some idea how is it like to live in Dubai in term of cost of living, lifestyle and daily activities. Also searhing for malaysian who lived/living in Dubai.
2007-04-18 14:57:29 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Africa & Middle East ➔ United Arab Emirates
It is really hot May to September
Traffic is unbelievable, make sure you live close to your work.
It is really expensive, the job offer should really worth it.
Otherwise, it is a great city, I enjoy living here very much, it is very safe, women are free to wear whatever they want, great malls, beaches, food, people..........everything
2007-04-18 18:15:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well.... lets c... Malays in Dubai... not many
But, you can always contact the Dubai Malaysian Society
It’s not hard; you can find lots of Asians which can help you in building a great sense of lifestyle & enjoy the living in Dubai.
For the ladies: social club, kitty parties & various events is on the Buzz in Dubai, you won’t feel alone, because there's so much happening these days that your gonna love it, its a very good place for kids, as the Summer festival is coming soon this summer... its lots of fun for the little ones :)
The cost of living for your family:
2 bedroom apartment - 2000 USD
Weekly groceries - 150-250 USD
Laundry (monthly) - 50-70 USD
Toiletries & Body products-
Pretty cheap than U.S. & UK (due to tax-free country)
Transport- Now transport is the biggest problem in UAE, Mainly in Dubai... there are buses but only for very low class people, which i think you wont find it comfortable traveling in even though the buses are brand new, but still people don’t prefer traveling in them, instead they go by Taxi, which on daily basis can be very expensive... or else you gotta rent a car starting from 600 USD per month.
Dubai is a nice place to live in & pretty safe. It’s the safest city in the Middle East, Asia & Africa.
Any questions... contact me'
CHEERS 2 DUBAI
2007-04-20 09:55:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't forget the new Dubailand theme park complex under construction which will be the largest amusement resort in the world twice the size of Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
Here is a link to average rental prices with a currency converter:
http://realestate.theemiratesnetwork.com/articles/rent_prices.php
Other links below will have more information. You should find all your answers there.
2007-04-22 19:51:11 · answer #3 · answered by kevdre1 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its very expensive. really expensive. you gotto have a good income to be able to live in dubai with family. the main expenses will be of the apartment besides children education apart from these clothing and food is moderate. if you both are working parents then ur children will be left alone in the risky hands nanny(if u plan to have one). the weather is quite hot.
2007-04-19 03:20:07 · answer #4 · answered by malcay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not many malasians here i think but yes u will find other east asians a lot, specially philipinos.
life is pretty good here . i am sure u will like it if only ur husband has good job and income.
little expensive living here with family and its very hot specially during peak summer.
2007-04-19 00:22:19 · answer #5 · answered by sas35353535 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of people don't like it because basically all there is to do is shop. so if you don't like shopping youre screwed.
2007-04-19 14:33:56 · answer #6 · answered by becca 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
very hot
2007-04-18 22:04:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
expensive
hot
cool
crowded
weak salaries
safe
lightings
2007-04-19 15:34:27 · answer #8 · answered by Sara 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋