25 Things You Need to Know BEFORE MOVING to Dubai

If you're thinking of moving to Dubai then this video will be helpful! Better to know these things before moving to the UAE so you can make an informed decision on whats right for you!
My family made the move in 2022 and its been a whirlwind since then but an amazing experience in so many ways. We are still in Dubai currently and it feels more like home as the weeks go by.
Chapters:
0:00 - 0:51 What you don't see
0:51 - 1:49 Defamation
1:49 - 2.08 People staring
2:08 - 2:59 Being Approaches
2:59- 4:09 Fully Clothed
4:09 - 4:30 Entering Government Buildings
4:30 - 4:57 Don't Get Out of Car
4:57 - 5:44 Laws
5:44 - 6:47 Whatsapp
6:47 - 8:02 Scam Calls
8:02 - 8:30 Video Calls
8:30 - 9:24 Hiring a Nanny
9:24 - 10:16 Nationalities and Jobs
10:16 - 11:05 Driving in Dubai
11:05 - 11:38 Driver's License
11:38 - 11:55 UK TV shows
11:55 - 12:20 Medical Emergencies
12:20 - 12:50 Children's Car Seats
12:50 - 13:32 Jobs that don't exist
13:32 - 14:02 Groceries
14:02 - 14:22 Banking
14:22 - 14:44 Financing a Car
14:43 - 15:03 Are Bills Expensive?
15:03 - 15:44 WI-FI
15:44 - 16:04 Fuel
16:04 - 17:07 Bugs
17:07 - 18:07 Animal Abuse
18:07 - 18:55 Ramadan
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[@harrytes4364]

Really really good & informative video. Things I‘ve not heard elsewhere, + pointing out the cultural & religious details one could unintentionally oversee.

[@adventuresofabs]

I’m really pleased you say that! My aim is to paint a more realistic picture of what it’s like to live here. I’m glad I was able to offer something that was new to you. Really appreciate the comment 🤗

[@hariskingvids]

Your tips are always the most comprehensive and informative thanks!

[@adventuresofabs]

I’m glad you find them helpful. Thank you so much for letting me know that! It really helps me 😊

[@frenchyfrenchsilver1331]

@@adventuresofabs you need to change your title with : 25 things you need to know as a white person before to move to Dubai, because most of the things you mentioned don't concern black or African people... that's because white skin privilege

[@maamir4]

Hello from Canada. Great content. I like how you are a straight shooter and do not put too many filters. And thank you for highlighting some of the not so developed & strange things of Dubai. I have been to dubai a few times on vacations and I always felt that Dubai is a developed country but it’s just not like a western country. Totally agree with everything you have said including the crazy driving & people staring.

[@adventuresofabs]

I’m happy you enjoyed! I love Dubai, I want to make sure people feel informed when they move here.

[@BSharma9397]

Amazing video , thanks for taking time and sharing this information really useful and authentic 😊

[@melishamoodley2289]

Your videos are so informative and again I will say, incredibly authentic. So happy for you and your family. We too want to move soon but just need to secure jobs first.

[@user-sd7cw2br8c]

such a helpful video as always!

[@adventuresofabs]

Thank you so much! 😘

[@SA-cloud]

Regarding Ramadan, Muslims get to work shorter hours in Ramadan anyway. No-one is gonna be tempted because you're eating, but perhaps still nice recognise the fact. It's generally a nice time of year, if you're cognizant of such things. I used work in Wales before so it's funny hearing you talking of the gas prices etc, and now they've gone up in the UK, I don't expect them to ever go down significantly. They did it with the petrol first, people went crazy when it hit £1 per litre, but I knew, soon they would accept it being more... In fact I've worked in a few different countries, but I'm heading back to Dubai. Safety is important, and UK is going down hill fast. Even Dubai, known for materialism, amongst other things, is still is a peaceful environment. From an Islamic perspective, safety and peace are from God. You feel that in Dubai, whereas not so much in the UK. The ruler has a vision for the city, meanwhile, the UK as a country doesn't have one! Banking with HSBC does make life easier for sure (As long as you don't have issues opening a UAE account...if you try to do that from the UK). I think, I try not to make it seem Dubai is far away (in my mind)...it kinda isn't, just a 7 hour flight, and with all the ways we have to communicate, it makes things easier. I guess it's all about getting into a routine where things are under control. Even shopping is kinda nicer in Dubai. Not, the malls, which are obviously nicer, but just the supermarkets. They tend to have more deals, and the selection is better with more different new items. It's just so boring grocery shopping the UK. And if you don't feel like cooking...Talabat to the rescue, which poses it's only problems...too much choice 😅

[@martinbarrera1012]

I've watched lots of guide videos to help us with our move, and yours are by far the most informative and useful I've going. Great Job! Keep these coming 👏 One question. you mention that you recommend getting and HSBC account. Do you have any specific one? Premier? is a current account enough? Thank you for making these

[@cluxter-org]

Your videos are very valuable because you talk about all these little things of the daily life that you can only know when you actually live there. It's easy to find information here and there about how beautiful, hot and expensive (or not) Dubai is, but things like the pesticides being spread out, cockroaches or how to dress when getting in a government building are very important to know when you want to evaluate what you could tolerate or not when living in a country. Thanks a lot!

[@MacSaxe]

Super video! Thankfully I’ve only had one cockroach but it’s the wee sewer flies that are half midge half moth that drive me mad. I learned the hard way not to swat them

[@jubileemaringe8742]

Thank you

[@adventuresofabs]

Thank you!

[@Life.werinn]

Hi, why do you need £10,000 before moving to Dubai? Can you elaborate on this? What do you need to pay for? Are you not getting paid immediately upon arrival after beginning work? Thanks!

[@farnazmoradi6729]

Thanks for helpful videos. Do you see Dubai as a place to live permanently or long-term for families with kids?

[@adventuresofabs]

And thank you for watching the video! You can definitely live here long-term. I know of many families that have been here 10-20 years already. A lot of people plan for 2 years and end up staying.

[@najmabegum3497]

Hi, Is there a demand for Teaching Assistants from the Uk, Much thanks

[@zeeess1826]

Hi can you please make a video on how did your husband get a job in Dubai from back home?

[@edsta8585]

Hey! Thank you for this video😊 I’m looking to move to Dubai next year however I’m trying to actually figure out if it’s for me. Would be amazing if we could potentially connect so m and my girlfriend could ask a few questions☺️

[@adventuresofabs]

Sure, you can contact me on instagram! I’ll happily help you guys 😊

[@edsta8585]

@@adventuresofabs Fantastic! I have tried to use the link to your instagram but it’s not working and I can’t seem to find you on there

[@andreistuparu5815]

Are you sure about the trolleys in the UK? Asda car park is full with trolleys left behind by nasty people.

[@sultanzuhaib7439]

True😂😂😂😂 idk what she is on😂

[@steventilley2064]

Typically its the blondes that get stared at the most as they are very rare in the mostly dark haired middle east and india type countries. When i used to work in Oman they tended to have a high volume of Scandinavian tourists (sweden etc) and mostly 90% blonde male, females and kids they would literally stop traffic due to Standing out so much. Some good tips in the rest of the video too. Moving out soon with the wife and daughter to Dubai Hills so trying to get as much info as poss and cover anything i haven't seen or thought of already. Thanks 👍👍

[@adventuresofabs]

Yes definitely, takes some getting used to. Exciting times for your family ahead. Dubai Hills is a great community to live in and especially for kids of all ages! I’m glad my video was helpful 😊

[@frenchyfrenchsilver1331]

@@adventuresofabs they are racist, they hates people coming from Africa, but adore people coming from west. Discrimination is wild in UAE, not necessarly from native emiraties, but most likely from international people coming from other countries

[@veganduo27]

What dubai has spiders

[@wingsphysio]

“We’re bggr’d” 😂

[@wingsphysio]

Disgraceful to dump pets. I wonder who it is who does this? Also why doesn’t cctv capture them so they can be fined. I mean, I get it that some people might fall on extremely hard times but dumping the pet on the street?? We all know that Dubai is a super safe place so surely these people are being caught on CCTV (unless they’re driving all the way out into the desert…. 🐪 where there are no cameras … but even then these days I guess satellite 🛰️ images are always possible). Strange they’re not being brought to justice. Even if they could be fined that money could help relocate the pet rather than it falling on the shoulders of volunteers