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Talabat, Deliveroo, Careem and noon Food Compared for Dubai Residents
Order dinner in Dubai and you will probably open one of four apps: Talabat, Deliveroo, Careem or noon Food. They all deliver from many…
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Dubai’s Startup Ecosystem: A Beginner’s Overview
Dubai's startup scene has grown rapidly, drawing founders, investors and talent from around the world. For a beginner,…
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Arriving in Dubai: Customs Allowances for Gifts, Cash and Medicines Explained Simply
Arriving in Dubai is usually smooth, but the questions travellers worry about happen before they leave the airport:…
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Living Near Coworking Spaces: A Resident Guide to Dubai Media City
Coworking near Dubai Media City for local residents: spaces in Media City, Al Sufouh and Barsha Heights, realistic…
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A Newcomer Guide to Dubai Postal Services: PO Boxes, Emirates Post and Deliveries
One of the first surprises for many newcomers to Dubai is that homes do not have a postal…
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Inside-Country Status Change in the UAE: Costs, Timing and Common Refusals
Not everyone who gets a job, starts a business, or joins family in Dubai needs to fly out…
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How to Prepare Your Dubai Home Before Travelling: Security, Bills and AC Settings
Leaving a Dubai home empty for a week or more takes more preparation than locking the door. Summer…
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Away From the UAE for Over Six Months? The GDRFA Return Permit Explained
If you hold a Dubai residence visa and have been outside the UAE for more than six months,…
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How to Deal With Being Locked Out of Your Dubai Apartment: Lost Keys and Night-Time Steps
It usually happens at the worst moment: late at night, arms full of shopping, or just back from…
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What to Organise Before Moving to the UAE
Moving to the UAE is an exciting step, but a smooth move depends on what you organise before…
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How to Keep Houseplants Alive During a Dubai Holiday: Watering Help and Placement
Leaving Dubai for a holiday is exciting, but houseplants can struggle while you are away, especially in summer…
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How to Make Friends as an Adult in Dubai: Clubs, Sports Leagues and Community Groups
Making friends as an adult in Dubai is a common challenge, even in a city full of friendly…
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Fuel-Efficient Cars for Everyday Driving
For everyday driving, fuel efficiency is about more than saving money at the pump. It means fewer stops,…
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How to Join a Charity Run or Community Clean-Up in Dubai: Sign-Ups and What to Expect
Charity runs and community clean-ups are some of the easiest ways to meet people, give something back and…
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Nurseries in Studio City: What Residents Need to Know
Nurseries in and around Dubai Studio City: options for working and resident parents, ages, hours, fees as a…
Lifestyle
Life in Dubai for Expats From Vatican City: Community, Food and Finding a Taste of Home
Life in Dubai for the rare expat from Vatican City: Catholic parish life, Italian food and community, climate…
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Annual Leave in the UAE: Accrual, Carry-Over and Air Ticket Entitlements
Annual leave in the UAE is more than a break — it is a legal entitlement, and knowing…
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Bringing Prescription Medicine When You Move to Dubai: Approvals and Packing Rules
If you take regular prescription medicine, sorting it out before you move to Dubai is as important as…
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Birdwatching and Nature Walks Around Dubai: Ras Al Khor, Al Qudra Lakes and Quiet Trails
You do not have to leave the city to find wild Dubai. Within a short drive of the…
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Ultimate Guide to Dubai’s Hidden Gems: Top 10 Secret Spots Locals Love
Discover a different side of Dubai with this guide to 10 cultural, creative, neighbourhood and nature-focused places, plus…