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ronintribeMember02 August 2012 17:33:48

Hello,

I would like to ask for advice on the pros and cons of moving to Abu Dhabi.

I am an academic with school age - children and spouse and have an offer in the range of 20-25000 DHR/month, yearly ticket home, villa in Khalifa A, and usual benefits.

I was at first very attracted because the monthly salary is more than twice what I make in my current expat locality. However after making a few calculations I see that being the cost of living quite high in AD I will not be able to afford many of the leisure and cultural activities the city offers (horse riding, spas, extra-curricular activities ....) We will also need to take a loan to buy a car.

What is more since this is anyway a 3 years contract I am wondering what will be my options after three years. Any academics with similar experience? Does experience in AD really constitute an advancement on your CV?

Any comment and advice will be very appreciated!

Aurélie ViP

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AurélieViP03 August 2012 06:16:13

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Hello ronintribe.

Welcome to Expat.com!

I hope other members will soon give you some advices.

In meantime, you can read the other threads on Cost of living on the Abu Dhabi forum. It can help.

Thank you,
Aurélie

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