Stories about Overseas Filipino Workers in Dubai. Interviews, inspiring stories and success stories of life in Dubai as a Pinoy Expat.
When Maria Paz Banaag-Marquez first arrived in Dubai, her days were spent scrubbing floors and doing domestic work. Like many overseas Filipino workers, she came driven by necessity and love for her family back home. …
A seven-year-old Filipino boy whose family is based in Abu Dhabi has arrived in Taiwan for a specialized medical procedure, the Philippines’ Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed on Jan. 20, 2026. The child, identified …
In the demanding world of healthcare, true recognition often comes from the heartfelt gratitude of patients. For Dubai-based Filipina nurse Kathrina Gonzales, this recognition was recently formalized when she received the prestigious DAISY Award, a …
In today’s cut-throat job market, upskilling is more important than ever. Learning on the job is all fine and good, but proactively taking credentials is even better. Over the last 10 years, I’ve worked in …
Jesus Miguel A. Sto. Domingo, or J.M., has an incredible story. He is a Filipino chef working at the IBIS Hotel in Dubai as a Demi Chef de Partie. But what makes his story even …
Jenny Segalowitz is not just a name behind one of the UAE’s fastest-growing Korean BBQ brands. She is a symbol of grace, perseverance, and divine calling. Born in Las Piñas City, Philippines, Jenny came from …
For over a decade, Jonathan Sibol, a Filipino resident in Abu Dhabi, has been on a mission to care for the welfare of stray cats in the city. Known as a passionate animal advocate, his …
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – Filipino realtor Aquino Plotado has reached a groundbreaking milestone in his real estate career by securing an exclusive AED 1 billion ($272 million) beachfront development project on Marjan Island, Ras …
For Dubai-based Filipina artist Catherine Nunez, what started out as a “side gig” has eventually led to a full-time career. She specializes in “sand art,” creating mesmerizing images by skillfully shaping grains of sand. Nunez …
Recently, we featured interviews with two very talented young ladies. Not only do they have thriving careers; they also host “Ara Ara the Weeb,” a top-ranking anime podcast followed by fans from the UAE, Philippines, …