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Hi Im a ayoung African-American female considering moving to Dubai and I was wondering what Dubai is like for blacks; is it pleasant? Is there a lot of racism or prejudice? Are there many black Americans or blacks in general...thank you!

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Of these three locations whichis preferable to live in a studio apartment: 1) behind the Bur Jurman shopping center, 2) further along the same road near Fana Fashions (?), or 3) near Lamcy Plaza and the Movenpick Hotel? Also, does anyone know, is this area desirable for single female expat to live? ...

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well the 6000 is just for me to pay for food and entertainment and such, in philadelphia i get by on about that amount right now and was hoping that I could live a similar lifestyle in Dubai (I do not pay rent in philadelphia either)

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Also, why is Sana Fashion a no no?

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Hi, I was planning on buying my 4 bottles of alcohol at the airport when I arrive in Dubai, as I've heard that the duty free shops sell relatively cheap bottles, but if I arrive at 11 at night, will they still be open? Or should I just pack the alcohol with me? Thanks!

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Hi guys, So I am pretty clear right now on what I need to do to get all of the necessary documents attested before I am allowed to work/live in Dubai HOWEVER I am uncertain as to what is meant by highest educational degree. I will not receive a physical copy of my university diploma until February 2...

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i think its called the jam jar

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Hi, I wanted to weigh in on this topic as I am a recent US college grad who has just moved to Dubai... I graduated from school in December, and moved to Dubai in January, and so far I have no regretted it for a minute. I think as an American especially there are plenty of opportunities and good mone...

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Hi, I wanted to weigh in on this topic as I am a recent US college grad who has just moved to Dubai... I graduated from school in December, and moved to Dubai in January, and so far I have no regretted it for a minute. I think as an American especially there are plenty of opportunities and good mone...

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Hi, I wanted to weigh in on this topic as I am a recent US college grad who has just moved to Dubai... I graduated from school in December, and moved to Dubai in January, and so far I have no regretted it for a minute. I think as an American especially there are plenty of opportunities and good mone...

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Hi, I need to do a visa run this weekend, I understand that driving into Oman is the cheapest and quickest way to do this... HOWEVER I do not have a car and plan to rent one, furthermore I do not have a UAE driving license and will need to rent it with my Pennsylvania license... will I have any trou...

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Hello, Another question for you all. I came to Dubai to work for a particular company which turned out to be VERY VERY VERY shady...I'm certain they were breaking all sorts of laws and I was treated very poorly, they didn't uphold the terms of my contract...basically I was very unhappy, but with rea...

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Hi,
I'd like to import my car, a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, from the US to Dubai. How can I find out if it meets GCC specs? Does anyone know what GCC specs are??

And finally, does anyone know approximately how much insurance would cost on a vehicle like this on an annual basis? Thanks!

jenji

Hi,
I'd like to import my car, a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, from the US to Dubai. How can I find out if it meets GCC specs? Does anyone know what GCC specs are??

And finally, does anyone know approximately how much insurance would cost on a vehicle like this on an annual basis? Thanks!

jenji

Hi, I'd like to import my car, a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, from the US to Dubai. How can I find out if it meets GCC specs? Does anyone know what GCC specs are?? I don't want to buy a new car or rent one, because I have this one at home in the states just sitting in the garage and its in very...

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Can an American citizen visit Dubai with an Israeli stamp in his passport? The problem is, its the ONLY stamp so its not like hidden in the back or anything where the cutoms guy might not notice... Thanks!

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Hi, I am living in Jumeirah 1, behind the Spinney's on Beach Road and was just wondering if AED7000 per month (excluding utilities) for one bedroom in a two bedroom is a reasonable rental rate for this area. The building is completely new and the apartment is spacious, but there is no gym, no pool, ...

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If your friend likes tampax pearl (which in my opinion are the best tampons ever) get her those, because they don't have them in dubai also maybe if there is a particular facewash or eye makeup remover (for example) that she likes, sometimes specific brands can be hard to find, i use biotherm and i ...

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try discovery gardens, apartments rather than villas though

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Can a company ban you if they were in the process of filing your application for a visa, but if it was never actually processed before you left the company? Ie, if you worked with them and handed over all the relevant documentation to process a visa with the intention of getting a visa but then quit...

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Does anyone know a good therapist or counselor/psychiatrist type person in Dubai? Someone whose native language is English preferably. Or if not anyone specific, maybe any recommendations for clinics or something of the sort. Thanks as always!

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Does anyone know a good therapist or counselor/psychiatrist type person in Dubai? Someone whose native language is English preferably. Or if not anyone specific, maybe any recommendations for clinics or something of the sort. Thanks as always!

jenji

Hi, has anyone been to the "gold class" movie theater at Cinestar Mall of the Emirates? Is it worth the 100 dirhams or should I just save my 70 dirhams and see the movie in the "regular" theater... anyone whose been or know of anyone whose been, I'm just curious, thanks!

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male preferably, but at this point im not going to be picky

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try al nasr leisureland, its within walking distance of lamcy

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Hello all,
I am looking to buy some iron on letters or something of the sort, for making custom tshirts. Does anyone know anywhere I can get something like this? It doesn't necessarily have to be an art supply store. Any ideas would be very helpful, thanks!

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Hello guys, Just wondering does anybody know how I can ship a small package to the US? I want to send it FedEx or something like that but I can't find a website or any contact info online... is there Fedex or similar in Dubai? It is a ring, so I would like to be able to insure it as well... I called...

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spinneys also has vegan cheese, i forget the brand name but next to all the dairy cheeses they have this particular vegan cheese that comes in green packaging, they have mozzarella, cheddar, american and jalapeno, it comes in slices and shredded, hope that helps!

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Hey there I myself am actually a single 23 year old American woman so I can definitely speak to your questions/concerns Living here is great! (Not so great if you don't want to remain single however.. the guys are all dogs... but thats another story) I live in Jumeirah 1 near the beach which is grea...

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african american experience in dubai

Housing in Bur Dubai

Purchasing Duty Free Alcohol at the Airport

Attesting High School vs. University Degree

not so fast...

not so fast...

not so fast...

Visa Run With American License??

Quitting job and getting paid??

Importing a Jeep from the US and GCC specs

Importing a Jeep from the US and GCC specs

Importing a Jeep from the US and GCC specs

Visiting from Israel

How much rent is too much rent??

Ban without visa?

Pyschiatrist/Psychologist/Therapist

Psychiatrist, psychologist, counselor...

Gold Class Cinema at Mall of the Emirates

Art supply stores??

Fedex? Shipping packages?

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