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Dubai Rent Guide

By Dubai Expat Blog on July 17, 2022 in Daily Dubai, Living in Dubai

Are you planning to rent a property in Dubai? Whether it is a villa, flat or bed space – rent negotiation is a skill every expat must acquire. Although there is too much supply and low demand but rents in Dubai fluctuate very frequently. Some say falling rents in Dubai is a myth. Gulf News […]

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Top Places to Celebrate New Year 2020 in Dubai

By Dubai Expat Blog on December 30, 2019 in Living in Dubai

With 2020 just around the corner, preparations to celebrate New Year in Dubai are in full swing. Whether you are an expat or a tourist, there are plenty of options for you to have a blast in Dubai on New Year’s Eve. Here is a list of places to celebrate New Year 2020 in Dubai: […]

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New Paid Parking Rates and Timings in Dubai

By Dubai Expat Blog on May 28, 2016 in Dubai Transport, Living in Dubai

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced new parking rates and timings for all paid parking zones across Dubai. These tariffs are applicable from Saturday, May 28, 2016. Highlights of restructured paid parking policy in Dubai – The previous free parking hours from 1pm-4pm have been removed – Paid parking is in effect from […]

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Six Dubai Metro stations to be transformed into museums

By Dubai Expat Blog on May 11, 2014 in Dubai Transport, Living in Dubai

As a part of Dh184 million project, which was announced by His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, six Dubai Metro stations will be transformed into museums of art and culture. The work will be performed in collaboration between the Roads and Transport […]

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Dubai Design District – TECOM planning fashion and luxury hub in Business Bay

By Dubai Expat Blog on June 11, 2013 in Living in Dubai

The government of Dubai is planning Dubai Design District, a dedicated area to develop fashion, design and luxury sectors in Dubai and UAE. The Dubai Design District will be adjacent to the Business Bay area of Dubai. The district is expected to become a full service commercial hub for design industry-related organisations, brands, and supporting […]

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Salik Extortion: Business Bay residents have to pay the toll, even for grocery run

By Dubai Expat Blog on April 15, 2011 in Living in Dubai

Salik, the toll system in Dubai, was supposedly implemented to ease congestion on Sheikh Zayed Road. However, it seems that it is now being using to extort Dubai residents. Emirates 24|7 reports that Business Bay residents are crying foul over new roadworks that have blocked all other access points in and out of the area, […]

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