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Dubai Slideshow
Forums from Dubai, United Arab Emirates
American University in Dubai
Posted by wakingdream
Hi Ivan, Sounds like an exciting opportunity for your son. What exactly is he studying? Being that Dubai has a fairly high American population I think settling into school life there shouldn't be too difficult. Another good thing, in my opinion, is ...
Foggy day in Dubai
Posted by raniroo
... to my blog regarding fog in Dubai. These photos are taken at 5 minute intervals from my bedroom window (I was on the 32nd floor) Here is a sandstorm in Dubai found on YouTube. Imagine the sand cutting your skin when if flys around this fast!
travel to dubai - Hatta travel question
Posted by surajthepair
... . After reaching Hatta border, how should I reach Bur dubai. i have booked a hotel there. If some one can guide me with the road map from hatta border to bank street, bur dubai Yes, I am travelling with wife and two small kids. I am driving from Muscat
travel to dubai - Hatta travel question
Posted by surajthepair
i am travelling for the first time from Oman to Dubai. After reaching Hatta border, how should I reach Bur dubai. i have booked a hotel there. If some one can guide me with the road map from hatta border to bank street, bur dubai
Travel to Dubai in Jan. 2010...
Posted by chuzzel
... is yw, I will fly to Dubai with my friend on the 16th of Jan.2010 and stay for a week...if anyone also going to Dubai during that time...want to meetup and make this Dubai adventure together...then, please contact me with this email address: k.chuzzel.q@ ...
Traveling to Dubai on a Limited Budget?
Posted by raniroo
As for transport, the Dubai Metro begins on 10 September....this is a huge thing in Dubai as it now connects the lenght of Dubai by rail.
Female Only bus service
Posted by raniroo
Dubai has launched the first female-only bus service in the Emirates from 10 April 2009 to service the demand of female passengers travelling to/from work. Please note: That there are already lady taxies and lady bank queues operating in the Emirates
What's your perception of Dubai?
Posted by raniroo
I am curious to know what travellers think about Dubai when they read articles (some with very different views) like The Dark Side of Dubai or The Bright Side of Dubai.
American University in Dubai
Posted by ivanmorton
... then he may have a little edge in the competitive job market. I was concerned about this particular school, American University in Dubai. I was hoping that someone could inform us of the quality of the school. With such a diverse background he's sure ...
American University in Dubai
Posted by wakingdream
... then he may have a little edge in the competitive job market. I was concerned about this particular school, American University in Dubai. I was hoping that someone could inform us of the quality of the school. With such a diverse background he's sure ...
Indoor ski resort in Dubai
Posted by darrenstravels
... completed when I were last there, and it's an add on for a huge shopping centre. I believe they are also building a Dubai World theme park, with at least one whole section under a huge dome, filled with snow. Houses, shops, restaurants etc will ...
Hotel in Dubai
Posted by azizam
... /central/not too expensive? Hi Michael, Whether you are looking for F/B, H/B, or S/C I would receommend the Golden Sands Resorts, they are located in Bur Dubai, Friendly S/C Apartments that are very cheap, and are in easy reach of any part of Dubai.
Finding work in Dubai?
Posted by clintonb
... from 6 to 12 months to save some quick $$! :-) I'm an Australian and with my partner plan to arrive in Dubai sometime around the middle of 2008. I have an I.T. background and will have done extensive traveling previous to going, so was ...
Hotel in Dubai
Posted by kktong
I made booking to stay at Ibis at Mall of Emirates, not too sure this is a good location. I wanted to stay close to Burj Dubai, so when i travel there it would be easier. Anyone can give me advise if this is a good place to stay in?
United Emirates
Posted by ironside
everytime I have transited via Dubai my wheelchair has either been damaged or smashed to pieces. Emirates refuse to compensate victims of the groundstaffs negligence. Correspondence relating to damage takes 12 weeks to receive an answer, if at all! ...
Palm Island, Dubai
Posted by wakingdream
... but 85-90% so. I've never really been into those "Disney Word-type" fantasy lands, which is what the emirates-it seems-are striving to be. I want to meet new, different and interesting people, and see beautiful geography/topography. But hey ...
Where to stay in Dubai
Posted by gerryw80
Dubai has the tallest, largest 7-star hotel, Burj-ul-Arab. Though excessively expensive but worth a once-in-your-life experience:)
Palm Island, Dubai
Posted by jenny22
... that amazing called Atlantis the Palm. I can assure you that you would be treated with utmost care and respect! It is fantastic! So if you haven't got plans for this year's holidays yet - do visit Dubai! You won't regret it!
Moving to UAE in August
Posted by raniroo
... at), shouldn't have a problem with that. A really good guide for living in the UAE is the Explorer book (Abu Dhabi and Dubai editions)...it's full of up to date information on all red tape! Be prepared to arrive in stinking hot weather and it ...
(Dubai) How much money should prepare...
Posted by chuzzel
... money on shopping and drinking and going out, bring at LEAST 350 AED per day. I'm sure there's a way to do it cheaper though. Raniroo, our Local Expert on UAE should be around to fill us in on how to save money in Dubai. Thanks for the tip:)
(Dubai) How much money should prepare...
Posted by starlagurl
Dubai is pretty expensive! It depends on what you want to do of course. If you want to live it up and spend lots of money on shopping and drinking and going out, bring at LEAST 350 AED per day. I'm sure there's a way to do it cheaper though. ...
Dubai Metro
Posted by raniroo
This is the clearest map I could find at the moment. Typically, the maps on the dubai metro and rta website are showing errors within the map.
Indoor ski resort in Dubai
Posted by raniroo
... is covered by their own insurance if you have an accident (which I was really surprised at because this doesn't occur much in Dubai)...I know this from first hand experience....why? I had a nasty accident last weekend and my leg is now in plaster for ...
Indoor ski resort in Dubai
Posted by aopaq
... is covered by their own insurance if you have an accident (which I was really surprised at because this doesn't occur much in Dubai)...I know this from first hand experience....why? I had a nasty accident last weekend and my leg is now in plaster for ...
Indoor ski resort in Dubai
Posted by raniroo
... is covered by their own insurance if you have an accident (which I was really surprised at because this doesn't occur much in Dubai)...I know this from first hand experience....why? I had a nasty accident last weekend and my leg is now in plaster for ...
Female Only bus service
Posted by raniroo
... has had huge success with the Ladies only taxis (which takes ladies or families). There are about 40 female drivers in Dubai. I have taken these taxis occassionally (usually because they are next in line) and I have been much more comfortable than in ...
Dubai's Low Cost Airline Launch
Posted by raniroo
The newest low cost airline, which has been highly needed in the region, has launched. Fly Dubai is a no frills airline, you only pay for what you book. Beirut and Amman are the first cities being offered, with many more to follow as the airline expands ...
What's your perception of Dubai?
Posted by raniroo
Hmmm... I guess when I think of Dubai, I think that it is a place of massive consumerism and waste, silly people spending too much money, drunk on the riches that oil and quick wealth brings. Unfortunately there is a lot of waste and massive ...
What's your perception of Dubai?
Posted by wakingdream
... to get a proper perspective. So, it seems a bit daunting b/c it's so much so fast and so incredibly extraordinary.The pace Dubai is keeping is well, captivating in a way. I'm interested in the local side of things outside of the expat community.
American University in Dubai
Posted by ivanmorton
... ) then he may have a little edge in the competitive job market. I was concerned about this particular school, American University in Dubai. I was hoping that someone could inform us of the quality of the school. I looked at some of your other posts. ...