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For all the ladies who love owning diamonds, Dubai is an excellent place in which to buy quality diamonds at prices which can sometimes be almost 50% cheaper than in other countries. This is primarily because of two reasons: because of Dubai’s tax-free business module, you do not... Continue Reading

With its strategic location and its reputation for being the hub of the Middle East, Dubai’s job market is constantly evolving with new businesses being set up every day. Millions of job seekers come to this emirate hoping to find lucrative employment opportunities; this growth... Continue Reading

The word on the global streets is that Dubai is the place when it comes to buying an engagement or wedding ring. Prices are great – up to fifty percent cheaper than buying a comparable ring from any European or North American jewelry retailer and best of all, you really can trust... Continue Reading

Nightlife in Dubai has improved by leaps and bounds since the mid 90s and party animals will find that this diversely rich city has much to offer in terms of night time activity. The party scene in Dubai is restricted mostly to large hotels as these establishments have a liquor... Continue Reading

Understanding the Dos and Don’ts of a city can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. Culture, weather, location and planned activities can all impact what should go in your suitcase (if you’re travelling) or in your wardrobe (if you live there). This article will give you some... Continue Reading

Some people dread shopping for souvenirs because they are afraid of spending too much on overpriced trinkets. Others thoroughly enjoy browsing shops and markets to find the “perfect” souvenir, which ideally is a souvenir that represents the culture of the place they’ve visited.... Continue Reading

Dubai is a shopper’s paradise, and there are plenty of options for those who want to buy cheap clothing. The outlet malls are on the outskirts of the city, but it is worth the trip in order to bag a bargain. You can bargain for clothing in souks and markets, but haggling won’t... Continue Reading

The cooler months of the year in Dubai really are a great time to enjoy the outside spaces, most especially the greenery of Dubai’s Municipal Parks. By cooler months, I mean from about the beginning of November until the end of February. Hardier souls may well extend that time... Continue Reading

Head for the beach? Strip down to your shortest shorts and thongs? Barbie on the back-lawn with a few mates and a cooler full of cheer? Well, all of these are not such good ideas in mid-summer Dubai for one main reason: the weather. In July, the temperature every day is in the... Continue Reading

I suspect the majority of short-visit tourists don’t bother to rent cars or do a lot of driving while they are in Dubai. It’s a lot cheaper and more convenient to either take the Metro or use Dubai’s abundant and cheap taxi services. But people who are here for longer periods,... Continue Reading