ShaunDubai
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Registration: 18 April 2010
My Dog from refuge - needs to socialise withother dogs (humans too!)
My beautiful, gentle 3 years Salooki bitch is the most gorgeous and loving dog. She just can't show it to strangers! She's ex-refuge (only had her for six months). Does anyone else have similar problems? In six months - a year, she and I are going ... Read More
Thursday Nite by snip-dogg06
Where's the best happy hour on thursday nites? SD
Belgian Bar, Grand Millenium, TECOM can be good. Read More
asking about dubai
If you want some privacy in your life, decent (enough) living conditions in a decent place and an affordable social life; then, unless you can get a job paying AED 10,000 per month +, I wouldn't come here. Read More
desperate to play football (soccer in dubai) lol
Hi. I'm certainly no footie player, but have tried going down to Safa Park on Sheikh Zayed Road? I think they have a lot of amateur / five a side teams there early most evenings. You may well be able to ask and get a game. Good luck. Read More
Free English / Arabic Speakers Social Group by ShaunDubai
Hi All I have set up a new social group in Dubai for [u]native speakers[/u] of English and Arabic to practice each others' language. It's totally free and (I hope!) will be fun.First get together is this Monday evening (5th December)in ...
The group was established last week and already has over 50 members. Please feel free to apply via the link below: http://www.meetup.com/English-Arabic-Conversation-Dubai Read More
Free English / Arabic Speakers Social Group
Hi All I have set up a new social group in Dubai for native speakers of English and Arabic to practice each others' language. It's totally free and (I hope!) will be fun.First get together is this Monday evening (5th December)in MoE. Please IM me ... Read More
Language Barrier by ali_hirji
Living in Dubai, the language barrier isn't so bad. With Dubai being such a cosmopolitan melting pot, you have people from all over. You hit the hot spots, like JBR or Marina, and you can hear a number of language from Spanish to Russian, and few ...
I'm learning Arabic from a private tutor - he's excellent. Read More
UAE's 40th National Day by ali_hirji
I have been living in the UAE for the past three years, and apart from the Eid celebrations that happen twice a year, National Day is just incredible. The way in which locals celebrate is just so colourful and you can always see their love for their ...
I agree Ali. I'm learning Arabic to understand and enjoy the culture more. Read More
Looking for Arab friends in Dubai to practice my Arabic. by ShaunDubai
Hi I'm English and learning Arabic. I'd like to meet a native speaker for friendship and to practice my Arabic with.
Hi Popguy You speak Arabic? Read More
Can Dubai empoyers keep you in the country like in Saudi Arabia?? by melissa19
Hello, My name is Melissa,I have just joined this forum as I have a specific question I would like to ask. While researching about working in the Middle East,I was informed that on completion of a contract in Saudi Arabia by a foreign ...
Just remember that, if your sponsor says they have to keep your passport, tell them to stuff it!! It's illegal under UAE Labour Law, but many (non Western people) are strong armed into it. Don't work in the Magic Kingdom - KSA. It's an open prison ... Read More
Anyone interested in a language exchange social group? by ShaunDubai
SORRY - NO LONGER AN ACTIVE POST.
Hi The venue is a shisha bar. I'm unsure if children can come in. Shaun Read More
Anyone interested in a language exchange social group? by ShaunDubai
SORRY - NO LONGER AN ACTIVE POST.
Hi Mariecor The groups up and running (almost 50 members!). To join visit: meetup.com/Language-Exchange-Dubai/ It's totally free of charge. (: Read More
Anyone interested in a language exchange social group?
SORRY - NO LONGER AN ACTIVE POST. Read More
What kind of offer will you expect from banks in dubai?
I am ashamed to admit that many of the foreign banks here are British and they are, quite simply, a disgrace. The only mitigating factor I can think of is that they are a kind of 'franchise' over here; rather like McDonalds (which could explain the ... Read More
Arabic Native Speaker - Wanted for Social Conversation
I'm looking for someone to practise Arabic conversation and pronunciation with. My level is Beginner (Syrian dialect), and I need extra help! :D I would like to meet face-to-face on a weekly basis (if possible) over coffee or shisha. Ideally this ... Read More
French native speaker wanted, so I can practise the language!
I'm looking for someone to practise French conversation with - my level is Upper Intermediate. I live in the Springs and would like to meet face-to-face on a weekly basis (if possible) over coffee or shisha :). I'm British, 46 years old, and will ... Read More
At the Bars at the hotels are a man and a woman allowed to makeout? by mpearlman
I am wondering about this because I read that men and women aren't allowed to do anything if they aren't married. So, let's say I am living at housing that is given to me by my employer and I meet another ex pat, are we allowed to spend the night ...
RE: Hotels etc. My wife and I have different names on our passports, and we've never been queried about our status in five years.:D Read More
At the Bars at the hotels are a man and a woman allowed to makeout? by mpearlman
I am wondering about this because I read that men and women aren't allowed to do anything if they aren't married. So, let's say I am living at housing that is given to me by my employer and I meet another ex pat, are we allowed to spend the night ...
Discretion is the key! ;) My wife and I have never been asked about our status in over five years here. As a Westerner you are unlikely to be even questioned about it. Always check in somewhere as Mr & Mrs if you go out. Maybe use fake wedding rings ... Read More
Looking for Arab friends in Dubai to practice my Arabic. by ShaunDubai
Hi I'm English and learning Arabic. I'd like to meet a native speaker for friendship and to practice my Arabic with.
Hey Psycho - I sent you an IM. :) Read More
Looking for Arab friends in Dubai to practice my Arabic. by ShaunDubai
Hi I'm English and learning Arabic. I'd like to meet a native speaker for friendship and to practice my Arabic with.
How good's your Arabic? I'm looking for a friend to practice with.:) Read More
Looking for Arab friends in Dubai to practice my Arabic. by ShaunDubai
Hi I'm English and learning Arabic. I'd like to meet a native speaker for friendship and to practice my Arabic with.
Hey James. How's your Arabic? (: Read More
Looking for Arab friends in Dubai to practice my Arabic.
Hi I'm English and learning Arabic. I'd like to meet a native speaker for friendship and to practice my Arabic with. Read More
Do's and don't do's in Dubai by expat.com
Are you living in Dubai? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Dubai? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in Dubai?[/b] Thanks!
Public displays of affection between couples should be limited to holding hands. This is a Muslim country and when in Rome... Read More