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It's not the size of the package that matters. It's how you use it.

gtmash wrote:It's not the size of the package that matters. It's how you use it.

you are funny. like your style. you can have choco.

gtmash wrote:It's not the size of the package that matters. It's how you use it.

Care to elaborate?

My husband is being offered a similar amount, and I'd like to know how to work this to our advantage. It is without question a great sum of money, but how far is it likely to go before it is wittled away with huge rentals to pay for.

Still trying to get my head around it all - from home!

well, I've read through the numerous posts on this forum as well as on other sites and have also spoken to a couple of people living in Dubai on similar packages. The common view is that it is a comfortable package and is enough for two people to live reasonably well. At the end of it, how much you spend will really depend on the kind of lifestyle you live. Budget about 25-30% of the package on rentals (2BR unfurnished apartment - mpre if you want a villa). The rest is available for you to spend as you like.