Dubai Dreams
Welcome to Dubai Dreams, your first stop for information about holidaying, living and working in Dubai.
Whatever you need to know you should find it here, in our comprehensive guide to all things Dubai. We cover every subject, all neatly divided up and easily digested.
Almost unheard of a few years ago, Dubai has rapidly become a byword for glamour, opulence and opportunity. But despite all the talk of man-made islands and seven star hotels, to outsiders much of what goes on in Dubai is still shrouded in mystery. In a period of rapid expansion, there are fortunes to be made and, for the ill-prepared, dreams to be shattered.
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About Dubai
Situated on the Persian Gulf, Dubai is one of the seven emirates that together make up the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is also the name of the emirate's main city. The current population of the city of Dubai is just under 1.5 million, 83% of the city's population are foreign nationals, and 75% are male.
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Travel
Dubai is a traveller's dream. It is an incredibly easy destination to reach as virtually every airline flies there. The airport is world class and the Duty Free is legendary. A visa is required to enter Dubai, but nationals of many countries are entitled to apply for a free visa upon arrival.
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Homes and property
Dubai is like a giant building site, everywhere you look another grand project is being constructed. Whether you are thinking about relocating to Dubai, investing in some property or just renting a flat for a few months, make sure you know what to expect.
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Business and economy
Due to its location, ambition and low costs, Dubai's economy is growing at a phenomenal rate. Many multinationals have already relocated there and the city continues to grow in importance as a business hub.
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Jobs and work
One of the main reasons the majority of Dubai's residents are foreign nationals is because of the plentiful availability of highly lucrative jobs. Whilst the wages are not quite as generous as they once were there is so much opportunity that people still flock to Dubai in search of employment.
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Holidays and hotels
Dubai has become one of the world's most popular holiday destinations, with many tourists on long haul flights choosing to stop off and spend a few days in facilities such as the seven star Burj Al Arab en route to other destinations.
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Entertainment and leisure
From skiing and shopping to theme parks and vibrant nightlife, there is never any reason to be bored in Dubai. Boasting some incredible sports and leisure facilities, one of the world's most impressive shopping malls and everything from desert safaris to jet skiing, Dubai positively buzzes with life.
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Life in Dubai
Dubai is an amazing place and it offers one of the highest standards of living in the world, but living in Dubai is not for everyone. Public transport is poor, but improving and all the usual utilities are available, with the exception of mains gas.
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