What to Eat When You’re New to Dubai
Moving to a new country is, all at once, exciting, scary and confusing. There are new language barriers to deal with, different cultural customs to … Read more
Living in Dubai
All about Living in Dubai. What an expatriate should consider before moving to Dubai. Guide to Dubai Transport, Health, Shopping, Hotels, Eating Out and more.
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New Tunnel opens on Shaikh Rashid Street
A tunnel on both sides of Shaikh Rashid Street (Al Garhoud and Mina Rashid) comprising four lanes in each direction is now open for public … Read more
Dubai Vehicle Owners asked to update License Plates
In a new campaign rolled out by the RTA in a public announcement, roads officials are asking vehicle owners who own registered number plates and … Read more
Dubai Ambulances to charge patients for services
Ambulances in Dubai will now charge patients for various services including transfer from accident sites to hospitals. In order to become self-funded and self sustainable, … Read more
Hobby Trading: All You Need to Know
Online trading is a phenomenon that has taken the world by storm, and it has made trading itself incredibly accessible. No matter where you are … Read more
Good Conduct Certificate now Mandatory for Expats working in UAE
According to the new rules, obtaining a good conduct certificate is mandatory for expats seeking work in UAE. How to get a Good Conduct Certificate … Read more
Etisalat says Skype is blocked in UAE
Recently, several users across UAE have noticed that Skype is out of order. On reaching Etisalat, it was stated that Skype is blocked in UAE for providing … Read more
Dubai Public park visitors have to use Nol cards for entry
Visitors to public parks in Dubai have to use Nol card for entry as paper tickets will no longer be issued. Visitors need to purchase … Read more
du to charge 5 percent VAT from January 01, 2018
du has confirmed that it will add 5% to its products and services from January 1, 2018, as value added tax (VAT). As mandated by … Read more
Dubai Metro services between JLT and Ibn Batuta to be suspended for expansion work
Dubai Metro services between Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and Ibn Batuta stations will be suspended from January 5, 2018 until mid-2019 to carry out metro … Read more
Vehicle Registration, Licensing and Vehicle Services to cost more in UAE
According to new fee structure released recently, vehicle registration and testing, driving license and other traffic related government services have became more expensive. According to … Read more
Residents Beware: Here are the Most Pest Infested Areas in Dubai
According to data collected by an online marketplace, Deira, Silicon Oasis and Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) are the most cockroach-infested areas in Dubai while Bur … Read more