12 Misconceptions about Dubai
What comes to your mind when you hear the word “Dubai”? Is it a country or a city? Does it have towers and skyscrapers, or is it simply desert everywhere? Many people have heard about …
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Tips for Eco-Friendly Living in Dubai
Endangered species, extreme weather conditions, global warming — these are just some of the ecological issues facing the word today. And although we cannot totally foresee or control these things, we can do our part …
OFW Interview with Hannah, Social Media Executive in Dubai
For our next OFW feature, we interviewed Hannah, who has been living in Dubai for almost 3 years now. Having graduated with a degree in Information Systems, she is currently working as a Social Media …
Dubai is the “Most Liveable City” in the Middle East: Survey
Once again, Dubai has topped the list of “most liveable cities” in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, based on a survey by the London-based Economist Intelligence Unit. The cities of Tel Aviv …
How to Apply for a UK Tourist Visa in Dubai
Have you ever dreamed of traveling to the United Kingdom? Do you wish to see the Tower of London, ride the London Eye, or visit the Buckingham Palace? If you answered “yes” to these questions, …
How to Settle Rental Disputes in Dubai
Since many Dubai residents are tenants, disputes over rent occasionally happen. Oftentimes, the tenant and landlord are able to resolve things by themselves. However, if they cannot settle the matter amicably, they should bring the …
Dubai among Top 10 World’s Best Places to Visit
Dubai was recently recognized as one of the best cities for architecture lovers. The emirate has made it to another prestigious list — the World’s Best Places to Visit, which was released by US News …
Dubai Municipality Launches Libraries in Public Parks
Previously, we wrote a feature about Ramadan fridges in public parks across the city, which provide refreshments for joggers and park-goers. Lately, the Dubai Municipality has added another feature, this time for book lovers: park …
Dubai among World’s Best Cities for Architecture Lovers
Dubai is among “The World’s 20 Best Cities for Architecture Lovers,” which was released recently by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. The prestigious list puts the emirate alongside Athens, Barcelona, Rome, Seattle, Miami, and other cities …
Dubai Flying Cars (Air Taxis) to Begin this Year
Are you often stuck in traffic and running late? Not to worry, because pretty soon, you may be able to “fly” to your destination! This is because the trial run for Dubai’s Autonomous Air Taxis …