Sunil
@DubaiInformationSite
American expat in the United Arab Emirates
Forum posts
28
About me
American
Lives in Dubai
Speaks spanish, english, hindi/urdu
Registration: 06 February 2009
Activity
Group outings in Dubai by cutegirl
Hello expats in Dubai :) I am just wondering if any of you likes to join to form a weekly group as simple as meeting up for coffee, drinks, watching movies, sports, food, and going out?? your suggestions is most welcome too! cheers! let me know ...
why not have something more concrete and we can get it on everyone's calendar. are people willing to share emails? that way we can all communicate easily and set something up. either that or subscribe to the RSS feed of this forum. i find it helpful. Read More
Cost of living in the United Arab Emirates by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in the United Arab Emirates. Don't forget to mention where in the United Arab Emirates you are living. How much does it cost to live in the United Arab Emirates? > ...
i am not going to list numbers because this is tough. it is also very personal depending on each of our family sizes and quality of life we desire. one thing guaranteed to help is determine how much you want to save each year. then add to it your ... Read More
How to find a job in Dubai? by Julien
Hi there, Dubai is one of the most developped cosmopolitan in the middle east, isn't it? How did you get there? Have you been detached by your company or have you moved then you've found a job there? What's the best way to find a job in Dubai? Is ...
nothing beats networking. network often, and network well. getting a job in dubai is competitive because everyone wants one. in my experience the following have helped: 1) lots of experience, especially western 2) a western passport 3) lots of ... Read More
Online jobs by wakilatagbede
is anyone doing any online busines from home and can direct me on how to also make a decent income online as well
yes - we run our business from home and work on avg. 2-3 hours per day at most, mostly attending to emails, forums etc. it took us 2 years to establish, but if you are dedicated it can be done. what are you trying to do? any particular interest? Read More
Looking for job in UAE by vikeshparamel
Hi, I am Vikesh. Working as Software Engineer in Bangalore, India. I am looking out for a job in UAE. It would be great if someone can help me. Regards, Vikesh.
jobs in dubai right now are for people with lots of experience, middle management to upper management levels, someone preferably with western education and experience. Read More
Nice apartment to share by macostea
I will be relocated to Dubai but with jobs still in Abu Dhabi. That is why I would like to find a decent person or couple to share the apartment with me. I will just need a place where to crash if job requires and this will not happen so often. If ...
have you tried craigslist dubai? they are expanding rapidly and have been my personal favorite since. just so helpful and easy Read More
Living in Dubai with 2750 dhs per month by amara11
Hi all, Im frm India and got an offer for 2750dhs per month on probation & 3000 dhs per month on Confirmation.. Accomodation & medical is borne by the company.. Im really scared to accept the offer.. Can i survive with this package pls. ...
1700 seems too high! the rent itself will blow that budget...what are you thinking? Read More
Considering to get a teaching job at the American School of Dubai by toddblechner
Is there anyone on this forum that currently works at the American School of Dubai? If so, is their salary and benefits package that is listed on their website accurate and sufficient to live well in Dubai? Also, when it says that the Cost of ...
yes but why don't you clarify to stay on the safe side. or do the math? as a teacher, do those numbers make sense to you? Read More
Cheaper Internet Phone Calls by pradeepvoip
Hi, This is Pradeep working in dubai. I need to do international phone calls on a regular basis for my work. Can any one suggest me which is the best and cheaper telephone service. thanks, pradeep
internet services are non existent as they will be blocked where you are. check the dubai information site portal and search for "calling cards to india from dubai". the first result i believe discusses some solid options. check it out Read More
CALLING DUBAI TO INDIA by rashirrr
CAN ANYONE TELL ME THE CHEAPEST CALLING CARD SCHEME FROM U.A.E TO INDIA.... OR PC-- TO PHONE SCHEME OR ANYTHG ELSE...PRE PAID OR POST PAID...WHATEVER..
skype is great but there is an issue with dubai blocking such services. they want you to use the local providers, i.e. etisalat. now, a good option is cmfi. if you go to the dubai information site and search for "calling cards to dubai" you can ... Read More
Moving to Abu Dhabi in August by ShellsBells
Hey everyone! I am no stranger to living abroad and am making the move to Abu Dhabi this August. There seems to be a lack of info out there on life in Abu Dhabi, making friends, things to do, and so on. I was just wondering if anyone out there ...
hi shellbells, stay tuned as more detailed sites are being developed on abu dhabi given the slow and steady growth. in fact, we are the dubai information site are launching a brand new section on abu dhabi next month. stay tuned for a wealth of ... Read More
Who's living in Abu Dhabi? by Pitch
Hi everybody!:dumbom: I'm now living in Abu Dhabi and I'd like to meet other expatried people to practice sports & leisure...:top: Thanks for your answear!
hold on buddy, we are all coming there. while dubai goes down slowly but surely, abu dhabi is sure to solidify and ramp up.... Read More
Is 33K Dh a good salary in Dubai ? by ame1117
Hello Friends Got a job offer from an airline in Dubai. They have offered me 33k Dh per month.No housing will be provided by company.Insurance and medical and children education allowance will be paid additional. Is this a good ...
if you factor in 10k in monthly rent for a 2BR, assuming that is large enough for your family, then 23k extra is enough to eat, pay the bills and have some fun. congratulations. what airline by the way ? and what job? is it a pilot ? Read More
Cost of living in the United Arab Emirates by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in the United Arab Emirates. Don't forget to mention where in the United Arab Emirates you are living. How much does it cost to live in the United Arab Emirates? > ...
wait a little bit and those prices will go down some more. dubai is far from stabilizing, and the housing sector will suffer until that becomes the case. as for cost of living, expect a period of deflation in the short term and possibly ... Read More
housemaid salary by SRA
We have just moved to AD from Al Ain, we have a new maid who does not require a visa but will live in. We will pay air fare, medical etc but what is the average salary for such a maid in AD? Gillian A
yes i agree with that comment. it's all relative however right? i mean you compare it to the UK, but then again compare it to India and the life they come from? they will be thanking you. i know morally it is a tough balance to strike but such is ... Read More