Expatriate Forums in Dubai (UAE)

baliboy

Hi, I am going to be moving to Dubai in may 2007 with my family of 4. (Wife and 2 young daughters aged 24 months and 12 months)

I would like some advice on where to rent a property for us to live in.

We would like to be with other Expat families and be near to facilities for my wife and children to enjoy while I work.

Also, will it be easy for my wife Aimee to meet new friends / other mothers in Dubai? ie social clubs etc.

I have a budget of approximatly £1000 sterling per month.

Can anyone offer some advice?

You can contact me at mrdannythompson@hotmail.com

Many thanks in advance!!

Daniel. Rolling Eyes

Erika Hearnshaw · Posted: Mon Mar 05, 2007 1:55 pm Post subject:

Hi Daniel

My heart went out to you when i read your mail and i must say it is a very scary experience for most families. But then again it need not be as there are professional companies that can make the Relocation process a stress free and pleasurable experience.

Your family is the most important people in your life and we know how important their happiness is to you. With this in mind it would be our pleasure to assist you with all your questions. You can contact us via the site or go to our web page and have a look at how we can make your family feel welcome and settled in no time. Just quote the website or my name in the comments part and i will pick it up from there.

Look forward to welcoming you to Dubai soon. Wink

Kind regards and all the best.

_________________
Erika Hearnshaw
Managing Partner
Equate Relocations
www.equaterelocations.com

Istanbulshaun · Posted: Tue Mar 06, 2007 4:01 pm Post subject:

Daniel

I have sent an email to your Hotmail. We are in the same position as you and moving at the same time

Regards

Shaun

Faisal Jalil · Posted: Sat Mar 17, 2007 1:43 pm Post subject: Rentals in Dubai

Rentals in dubai are very high and travelling time in office hours is too much. You can find some 2 bedroom in your budget in Ghusais area. Which is like end of Dubai and after Ghusais Sharjah starts. Its a nice area with new buildings and rents are comparativly reasonable.

Other places like Greens, Springs, Marina are nice but 2 bedroom may cost lot more in these areas.

Good Luck

silkroad · Joined: 14 Jul 2007 Posts: 7 Home Country: japan

On Sheikh Zayed Road there are some apartments that fit your budget - that is, if you don't mind a small place and living in high-rise apartment

Location is nice and convenient
_________________
Exchange ideas with www.bordercrossed.com
A traveler trying to cross national, cultural, and ideological borders

Jonesy66

Daniel,

I'm planning the same in October 2007 with my wife and two year old son. Are you there yet and what accommodation have you found as we're looking for the same things.

Mark.

Avetta · Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 1:40 am Post subject: Moving to Dubai

I am living in the US and considering a job that will take me to Dubai. I am 40, single with no kids. I am doing my research to help make my decision wether to make the transition or not.
I have many questions:
What does a decent 1 bedroom cost per month in US dollars?
Though I am very cultured and well travelled I am still curious as to safety. I also speak spanish so changing language when I feel the need or circumstance to hide my identity is not an issue. I am trying to learning Farsi as well.
Is this a good place for a single person?
Any help or info would be greatly appreciated.
Would 100K in US dollars allow me to live decent or would I be struggling?

alanf · Gender: Joined: 26 Nov 2007 Posts: 3 Home Country: NULL

Hey!

I have been living in Dubai since years, and found that no place is better for an expatriate than real estate on Sheikh Zaid Road. To move to Dubai is not a headache but finding the appropriate residence is a big task.

I would suggest you to go for the apartments on Sheikh Zaid Road which best suits your lifestyle.

Alanf

riley · Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:08 am Post subject: moving with family

Hello!
My family is also considering a temporary move (3-4 years) to Dubai. My husband is weighing an offer from Emirates. We would move after the first of the year with our 2 children sho will be ages 3 years and 6 months. If anyone has the club/social group information that daniel was looking for for his family, can you please pass it on? Thank you!
Colleen

Eli · Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:43 am Post subject: Re: moving with family