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Do you pay NI contributions whilst living in Dubai
An interesting article by our friend Jessica Cook about British expats and maintaining your National Insurance contributions. It is important that British expats understand the rules in relation to...
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Ramadan Do’s and Don’ts
With Ramadan likely to be called on Thursday here are some or the do’s and don’ts during the Holy month. There’s no doubt that for non-Muslim expats life in Dubai changes during Ramadan, but it’s...
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How To Store Your Car While on Vacation
There are a number of things you can do for your car before you lock the door and walk away for a month or more. If you simply let your vehicle sit on the street or in a garage for an extended period...
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Ramadan tomorrow so check your school’s timings
The UAE Ramadan Moon Sighting Committee has announced that Ramadan in the UAE for the Hijri year 1436 will begin on Thursday, June 18. Don’t forget school timings will be later tomorrow! Check what...
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Begging in Dubai is illegal
If you’re new to Dubai, do you know that begging in the UAE is illegal? Ramadan is a time of giving for most but for some it is a time for ‘taking’. Don’t be taken in by these women’s and men’s...
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Thinking of Buying Property in Dubai
Factors to consider when choosing your real estate developer in Dubai by Indigo Properties Dubai is a land of dreams and opportunities. It gives everyone an opportunity of turning their dreams into...
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Mini breaks in Dubai in August
Are you staying in Dubai this summer but feel like you need a mini break? How about trying a yoga retreat. Yoga Instructor and Nutritionist Suzanne Cork is holding a Summer Recharge Yoga Retreat taking...
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To Tip or Not to Tip in Dubai
Although it is by no means mandatory in Dubai, tipping certainly seems the norm amongst expats. Whether you are new to the UAE or have lived here all your life, you will probably still find dining out...
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Driving Tests in Dubai
People taking driving tests in Dubai now have to spot potential dangers in five short videos. Five more questions have been added to the theoretical exam for a driving license in Dubai, testing the...
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Where does Dubai rank in top rental properties
10 Most expensive cities to rent property: Where does Dubai rank? Emirate registers quarterly fall of 0.6% Rents for luxury properties in the emirate fell 0.6 per cent in the first three months of...
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How to dress in Dubai
How should I dress in the UAE? Dubai Police answer your questions The issue of what to wear in the UAE has been a hot topic in recent weeks, with numerous 7DAYS Letters and comments on 7DAYS.ae and the...
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Exciting Eid Celebrations in Dubai
Concerts, Circus Acts, Fireworks: Eid Extravaganza Sneak a peek into Dubai’s Eid Al Fitr extravaganza and it just may be advisable to slip into those comfy shoes for the 72-hours of planned...
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Dubai helpline to dispel rumours
Dubai launches helpline to dispel rumours. Dubai Municipality has launched a helpline to prevent the spread of rumours. The emirate wants to limit the spread of unhelpful rumours and misinformation...
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Helpful information before moving to Dubai
Some helpful information when moving to Dubai. Living in the UAE is comparable to other major cities around the world. Accommodation is typically located in widespread central areas in high rise...
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Using an e-gate card in Dubai
Are you going on holiday soon and want to avoid the queues at the airport? Then perhaps you should invest in an e-gate card, with 2-year validity. E-gate cards are especially good when arriving back...
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Lost your keys?
We have all been victim to lost, runaway or hidden keys. In your home country you probably know exactly what to do and who to call to resolve the issue but if it happened to you and you are new to...
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Fuel prices in Dubai to rise
Dubai has always had low priced fuel but in the current climate things could see a change. Fuel prices will be deregulated from next month and a new pricing policy linked to global prices will be...
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Comparing the cost of living in Dubai
Are you moving to Dubai and wondering about the cost of living? If so then take a look at an interesting site which compares many different aspects of life in Dubai. If you’re already living in Dubai...
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Dubai Police to carry Credit Card Machines
Dubai Police are going to enable you to pay your Dubai traffic fines with a credit card at police patrol cars. The Dubai police are to offer on-the-go traffic fine payments using credit cards. Dubai...
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50% discount on Nol cards
If you are new to Dubai you might not know what a Nol Card is. It’s a smart card that enables you to pay for the use of various RTA transport modes in Dubai with a single card. You can use your Nol...
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