Moving to Dubai? | The Realities of Living in Dubai
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- Опубліковано 20 тра 2024
- Moving to Dubai? Wondering what life is like living in Dubai? This video is the perfect intro to give you an insight of what to expect living in Dubai. I try covering most common questions such as;
- Is Dubai a country?
- Do you speak Arabic?
- What is the weather like?
- Is it safe?
- What is it like to live in Dubai?
- What is the working life like?
- Can you drink alcohol?
- How's the driving & can women drive?
- Is everyone rich?
- Cost of living
- What is there to do?
- Can I bring my pet?
- What is school like?
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Carl Hewlett hi carl I’m from Dubai and I loved your video
How did u move to dubai and what do you do there
Hi I am from New York City. I think it might be too expensive in U.A E, but I'll watch the rest of your video. I have watched Dj Bliss' , video for about 6 months trying to see what Dubai is like. All the best Shaun, of NYC
In summary, people who grew up in countries that spoil them and allow them to do whatever they wanted will not make it UAE!
If someone thinks Dubai is a country they shouldn't be moving to Dubai.
Lmao got tired from telling ppl its not a country
How does that effect their way of living? Im intrigued
In India everyone thinks Dubai is a country
No answer? Thought so
@@SPcapx thats cause they're ignorant
Notice how carefully this guy is choosing his words (particularly when speaking on "negative" aspects of the city. That tells you everything you need to know in the wider scheme of things.
@Just Me liar
yea as if immigrants and temporary residents can criticize ur government and the whole country with out facing any consequences. there is something called common scene and this guy is using it. so should u.
@@raytag9036 well first of all Dubai is not a country. But thanks for your suggestion. Secondly, in what universe do you think it acceptable to be arrested (or worse) for simply pointing out facts about Dubai? No it not common sense to think that highlighting negative points about living/working standards should land you in trouble, which is the whole point here! You might be happy being a little pussy lap dog that does what you're told and gets pushed over but others might have a bit more of a spine
wow u r so burned that u decided use curse word oh well thats u. also i know Dubai is not a country cause I've been living in it for the past 20 years. and by words yes its not acceptable to get arrested just like how the so called first world countries's media is showing it but lets face the reality the US pepper spray the shit out protesters in that wall street shenanigans, and there were so many stories of journalist getting arrested in european countries that i don't even need to say anything. so yea if this happens in these countries that believe they have absolute democracy it means it happens everywhere. fyi no-one have ever been arrested in UAE/Dubai for talking negative about things in here unless they disrespected the nation somehow.
@@raytag9036 u dont have to reply to people like him... women in france not allowed to put cover on thier heads( hijab)... so yeah alot of democracy there
Brilliant breakdown of what it's like to live in the UAE. We have been watching quite a few and yours have been the best so far! Thanks!
I went to Dubai in 2015 for tourism, it is a very clean and civilized city, no dirt on the ground, Dubai is an investment and attractive city to work as well, Doha, and Kuwait too
Very relevant and down to earth explanations. Having lived there for 7 years, and since VAT came on board, I guess I will be nostalgic of the old days where Jebel Ali Village was still there and Ibn Battuta was just opening. Having said that, I would recommend anyone the experience of going there for a week/ten days break. Once you'll have touched down the ground, you'll know that you will be aiming for an amazing and unforgettable experience. Enjoy!
Interesting, just compared with my experiences back in the 80's & 90's when traveled in the Middle East very,very frequently for business. Many things have changed, not all to the better I assume.
Today, again I travel frequently between India and Europe, mostly via Muscat,Dubai or Abu Dhabi and enjoy the changes.
Wow that's nice .
It's difficult to generalize about the realities of living in Dubai. There is an unspoken class system based on nationality and how wealthy you are (or not). If you're an Emirati, you have more rights and privileges than if you're an expat. If you're from the West (Europe, US, Canada), you will have access to better jobs and salaries than if you're from the East (India, Pakistan, Philippines). Seeing the labourers working and being bussed around in the relentless heat is heartbreaking.
@thamainbama I'm from Canada too, but as a brown person still felt the systemic racism in Dubai.
@thamainbama Yep. Seems endemic to humanity. Especially when you consider the mantra, "Ethnocentrism is another word for racism." Any crusade against it is futile virtue-signalling.
@xXDarkMoonXx Are you white? Or white passing?
@xXDarkMoonXx I’m talking about race, not just skin colour. Our experiences of racism often depend on how we’re perceived by others. If you’re Caucasian or pass as Caucasian, you often don’t experience racism the same way the rest of us do.
@@MsN00RA Indians are obsessed with skin color.
one important thing to keep in mind is job security. you may get paid alot more but the question is whether you can last in that job and your visa is dependent on your job. if the company chooses to let you go which is quite common then your back again having to book a ticket to head back home
So how long can it take to find a job? And how’s the accommodation?
Carl, This was a good video overall. I have been living in Dubai for 7 months with my wife and have to say you did a great job on describing Dubai. For us we didn't like it. But it is a safe city with everything you can imagine in a consumer driven society. We just like Europe a little more and thats us. Great job and keep posting more about daily life in Dubai!!!
okay, but Europe is more expansive ;/
This was very interesting and helpful, thank you for sharing your experience!
Hi, many of the responses to the questions were right on! I lived in UAE from 2003-2008 in Ajman and worked in Dubai and Sharjah's British schools. I loved UAE and so did my kids, lots of fun and a GREAT experience.
Just another Las Vegas but we don't have slaves and why are some woman not cover up but others are ..all these rich royals kids spending money like crazy but what about the poor ? We don't see video of them and the liven condition. What about the missing princess?
can i ask u a few question
perfect info !! Really love this Dubai & its people !! Thanks for the info !! Cheers Rod :)
Welcome everyone to Dubai and enjoy UAE .. thanks for making this great video am local and am happy to see these videos about my country ... thanks man again for the video
Everything he says is completely spot on! I've lived here for over 10 years and love it! My husband and I have 4 children with 3 of them born here. All of the negative things he commented on are true, but they are all very easy to abide by and live with. It just takes a bit of time to adjust to. It's fabulous to live here as long as you can learn to keep your mouth shut and keep your opinions to yourself. Also, one major point that I think was missed is that it can be very lonely here. If you are here for a long time, expect a constant turnover of friends. Most people are very transient here, so you're always having to build new relationships and it can get very tiresome. It's one of the main reasons people leave.
yes
"It is fabulous to live here as long as you can keep your mouth shut and keep your opinions to yourself"... No need to say more, i'm not coming! Yuk!!
@@estebantia2413 Some people are Find with SELLING THERE SOUL.
So basically you sold your Soul and you’re ok with it. yeah ok.
@@snoopynow7523 Yes... Depressing, huh?!
Great video,everything you said was spot on. My son has lived and worked in Dubai for about the same time as you.We have visited many times and absolutely love it there although we have not arranged to go this year as he has recently moved house. Maybe when they are settled we will visit again
This was EXTREMELY helpful! Thanks!
Maybe you should work as a Filippino/ Indian/ Pakistan with your passport taken away .... and get pay 3000 dhs per month ... staying in a room with 4 to 8 other people ... then you can talk about the "REALITY" of Dubai. That pretty much 80% of how people in Dubai actually live.
With no disrespect for our Filipino, Indian, Pakistani brothers and sisters, Carl is just sharing his experience as a qualified work force. Labour force is treated like animals and that is a crime against humanity. Peace.
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The work force building EVERYTHING in Dubai are a hidden SLAVE FORCE for the Big Companies...I would never want to live in a City like that... unbelievable how the guy can sit there and chat like it's a place anyone would consider living in?!
No. Even qualified individuals of the mentioned nationalities are still discriminated when it comes to work load and salary. A Filipino man will receive less salary than a British man even if they have the same job position and experience. That's the sad truth about this country. It's quite ironic actually that these people are the one's who helped built Dubai to what it is today yet they're treated like sh*t.
What if one day all Filipino, Indian, Pakistani decided to leave or at least majority of them? Do you think Dubai will still function properly?
im sorry u kinda but not really right. u should know they themselves made that happen no european would accept to get paid 3k but put and ad online and see how many people from those nationalities u mentioned call and even accept to do more for what u offer. i was told to work 9 hours desk job for 4k on my first interview i said no and they guy tried to make it 5k but said not less than 6k he said give a day ill call u back guess what happened he did called me back and he said there is Indian guy who is willing to do the job for 3k so we don't need u.
@@raytag9036 because a lot of expats here especially the mentioned nationalities will accept anything just to land a job. The companies there exploits this and purposely offer low salary! They should fairly pay everyone based on their position and experience and not their nationality! I have a friend who works there and he tells me how incompetent his higher ups are. To the point that he's the ones who's doing his bosses job!
Great, accurate video on the UAE. I've lived here for two years and you can imagine how many misconceptions there are about the life here...which 95% is AMAZING :)
It's the media, the problem is everybody just watch the news and don't interact with real life.
Jessica Stralkowski how do you deal with not being able to use WhatsAp, FaceTime or Messenger to call and talk to friends and family over seas.
Waoooo, this is great. I got almost every information i needed. Thanks so much
You nailed it Carl. A very honest q and A there. All the best to you and yours.
Great video! I can tell you are a very nice young man and thanks for taking the time to do this. We are looking at a visit in the future.
I love living in Dubai, this september it will be 24 years I am here. And I am happy!. Summer time is exhausting for like 3 month, but the rest of the year is brilliant! It clean and beautiful and you meet a lots of great people from all over the world. Still I making here much more money then I could do in my country, its just important to learn how to manage expenses and to make extra income - the right and safe way. If I want to enjoy nature - I am travelling and here also nice natural places .
Great vid, mate. Thanx a lot. Cheers from Poland :)
This is very useful info for people considering moving to this awesome city. Thanks! 😁
Loved the video bro, I used to work for MAF, My company built all the magic planet kids in all the city centres and I played music in a lot of places there, was gonna move there with my wife but covid took her and my job and its not that fun alone... I love Dubai, might still move, never know
Living in Dubai is amazing, Most times it amazes me greatly how I moved from an average lifestyle to earning over $63k per month, Utter shock is the word. I have understood a lot in the past few years that there are lots of opportunities in the financial market. The only thing is to know where to invest.
I keep wondering how people earn money in financial markets, i tried trading bitcoin on my own made a huge loss and now I'm scared of investing more.
@@jeantaylor6079 That won't bother you if you trade with a professional like *Mr Gary Mason Brooks* my coach, you may have come across him on interviews relating to bitcoin. He trades, manage trading account and offer mentorship program for clients who wish to become professional investors.
@@nyreggie You allow people to trade for you? that's interesting, I would love to learn, hope it’s safe?
Wow I can't believe you guys are discussing about *Gary Mason Brooks* , I once met him at a conference in California 2019, just before the pandemic. I can testify that he’s very good in trading..Highly recommended…
@Peter Moore Yes i do, I've known him for couple of years, I'm still using his services, His management team is quite impressive so far.... with my $15,000 deposit, I made over $288,000 profit with just 10% charge.
Greetings from TEXAS! I have been to the Middle East, but I've never been to Dubai. I've heard good things about it. I hope to go there one day. I appreciate the information you shared!
Great vid thanks....went a few weeks back...def looking into moving my family out there in the future for a while ...looking into things
I've been here for 9 months now, and I'm still discovering little nooks & crannies, and neighbourhoods that amaze me. Dubai is not just one city -- it's a potpourri of so many different cultures, in which each one seems to find their niche, and is allowed to live their way. Dubai is an incredibly tolerant place -- in fact, the UAE in general is very tolerant. You were spot on with your impressions. I would add, though, depending on your lifestyle & interests, Dubai can drain you financially! It can be a terribly expensive place, or a place to save fantastically, without having to live like a miser!
How dose one get a job in sales
Yeah stay in uae and become among honorable emirati people. Sewerage pipelines connected with other irani emirati friends, omani friends, kuwaiti friends and saudis. And then they go around take other friends along with them turn them against you and then make them look like them and give a bad image of their country which they dont care. Just their own country image be saved. The devilish people are irani emirati and along with some are pure emirati freinds with them are just racist that you are not from arab country.
I used to work in Oman. It was similar to what you are saying but I was only there for 4 years. I would have been there longer but I was diagnosed with cancer and had to return to Canada.You forgot to mention there is no pension plan so you need to ensure you are covered with your savings.
Sorry to hear that and i wish speed recovery 🙏🏻 love from Oman
hey carl, i moved to dubai in september and i have uploaded a similar video, so yours has come up as a suggested video to watch! it's really interesting because yours is almost 5 years old but it's still so relevant to today! i enjoyed it, thanks 😊🌆
Good to be here, thanks for the video and information. I am getting interested on planning to visit Dubai with my family.
Well said man. I easily relate to every single word you’ve said here.👌🏼
Carl, this is the 1st video of yours I've seen. I was impressed with the video and I will be watching more.
Hello! Thanks you for sharing it! I am moving to there in 1 month and your video was really helpful 🙃
Thank you so much for sharing this information. It was really helpful.
True, I live in Dubai since 10years, so I can agree on your points.
I'm moving to Dubai soon.
I definitely see a great passion and enthusiasm from you for Dubai, that's a great thing. I hope I meet people like you when I come to Dubai next year.
Thank you so much for the valuable info brother, very good video.
I do appreciate the honest review, thank you.
Watching your video, it's like you're holding yourself from saying negative things about Dubai and somehow choosing your words carefully here. I mean I've lived in Dubai and I've seen and faced the reality of how it was really there. As long as you have the money, luxurious villa/house and expensive cars, you'll be treated very well there... but if you're just a middle-class migrant, the treatment and behaviour towards you are entirely different. Even though I have my share of living there and have a few lovely memories there, but if given an opportunity to live there again, the answer is 'No, thank you.'
When you say he holds back from the negative, do you mean for us women? If I visit there should I be concern?
@@flowergurl0575 yes you should. Dubai is not made for the middle class. Its made for the elite and youll have a hard time there if you arent wealthy
@@flowergurl0575 I would be cautious if you are a woman travelling or living there by yourself. There are some horror stories like that of Alicia Gali.
Bigger internet personalities actually have to sign a contract that prohibits talking bad about dubai and the UAE. Whenever you hear something about dubai just add open abuse and loose law to it
@@flowergurl0575 No don't worry at all. I have met Women that went there alone and even moved there because it is so safe. Women are treated very respectfully there even much better then in Western Europe. The middle east has just got a bad reputation, but I assure you Dubai is Extremely safe. I have travelled a LOT, and its the safest place with the kindest mentality and best service I have been to in the World.
A lot of Filipinos lived in Dubai. My bestfriend and her family works their for many years already.
Well said man. Good job and cheers
Thank You Carl for all the information.
Great video Carl. Was really informative. I'll be in Dubai this month. Would it be okay we link up and you show me around? Would so so appreciate it.
Thnx carl, it was very informative, i will surely movong to dubai, keep up the good work,post some more informative videos
You are awesome.
Amazing coverage brother....loved the video!
you are good, very good to the point, I liked your point to point style covering everything, great. 👍
Hey thanks for the video! Appreciate it
My friends lived there there well travelled people they said Dubai was one of the toughest places to live
good information, I was also interested in teaching job possibilities Thank you for great information
Thank you so much for all of your informative information.
Hey Carl , i would like to add that there are separate rules for abu dhabi and dubai(like the visas), and dubai is the financial hub of UAE
Finally one decent and straight forward video about how is the life in Dubai.
I worked in dubai in 2014 and I can actually relate. Nice Video!!!
Excellent video and thanks for posting it. Would like to visit the U.A.E. but actually live there - not so sure.
American here: I already go to the grocery store and come home thinking “what the heck did I Buy?”
Grocery shopping has become expensive
haha. need a job help mate
Lmao what food is available . I dont wanna starve when I Visit!! 😆
American here too. I shop vegan foods and save a ton of money.
Love Dubai great place strict rules but for the right reason. Respect the country you are visiting and more important the religion mashallah
Not a great place,I have seen lot of crimes here which is not good
Thank you because I am planning on moving there soon!!
thank you so much, this is a very good video, im expecting to move to dubai soon and i hope i can meet you some day
Hi, goog video and important info. I went on pension recently, 2017, and wish to travel also Dubai, thanks alot..
Have nice tripppppppp
I am a local from Abu Dhabi & this is the first time watching objective opinion about Dubai from someone who lives there. Thanks bro 👍🏻
Good content to share with some Canadian friends 😁
Thank you! Happy to heard you enjoyed it!
Hey thank you very much. Traveling this April vacation to visit my sister. Great information
This video was very interesting and informative, don't know if i would want to live there though, but maybe visit one day. Thank you for the info.
I’ve lived in Dubai all my life and I’d say my family are wealthy however I can see how it would be difficult to live here as an immigrant. It saddens me at times
VERY IMPRESSIVE VIDEO BRO IM NOW PLANNING TO COME
thx i am moving to dubai tomorrow and now i know a lot!
Thank you, it did really help me to understand Dubai more.
Hey Carl! Since you said you have a construction background, could please shed some light on what the general work culture in Dubai is like for young, female Engineers/Project Managers in particular? And also legitimate job sites/recruitment agencies and what the procedure is like for those living abroad, would appreciate some more info from someone from the industry. Would be great if you can make an honest video on this topic! Many thanks in advance! xx
Be careful! Learn about the sponsorship running there! You will become a slave! He is lying!
Be careful
New subscriber here. I am about to work in Dubai next week, and this is very informative. Thank you Carl!
Thanks for subscribing and your feedback! :-)
How did you go about getting a job? I want to move from the uk and start a new life in Dubai x
I am looking for sales lady for my shops, please contact if you are interested with in the package of 3,000AED
HAVE FUN IN DUBAI.
Sove Vakker better leave ASAP. It’s a shithole
Excellent analysis unbiased! Thank you sir
Thank you... I was afraid it was an overwhelming place ... now we may come.
I'm moving to Dubai😂😁
I think this is the first video over 10 minutes I actually watched fully😂
Its great!
I’m thinking about moving there, but I’ve still gotta do more research.
@@claydean5102 may I asked how old you are
تسفية سيد I know that I am late but living in Dubai is an amazing experience.
Clay Dean cmon we waiting for u buddy its amazing here
So how is it?
تسفية سيد
i live in kuwait and dam its so true! kuwait / dubai and qatar are 100%%%%% similar.
I want to move to Dubai in the near future but I was not quiet sure if I really like it. This video has made me kinder look in to it more; a bit hopeful. Thanks!
well said bro . thank you for honest opinion. wish all the best.
This is a great video explaining the living conditions in Dubai.
Thanks Jan 🤗
All depend on ur job, & country passport. Its very shiny & New. Biggest problem is Accommodation costs
Wonder how many wives you can have there?
reduce cotwo You can have 4 women living with you like Hugh Hefner if you want.
Quick Talks yeah it is
The video was great..i am planning to move to Dubai in the near future
We will be waiting for your arrival! :-P
Great video! Thanks for making it.
i just moved to canada and this is what you tube suggests me
i missss dubaiiii
Hey man, I love your attitude and thanks for your video it's well appreciated. Am a Greek living in the US looking to relocate to Dubai for a flying job I found and I am really excited about, if you don't mind to shoot me a private message so I can ask you few more questions that would be great. Thank you!
Abu dhabi is better for living
Dubai is more for tourists
CODEMSTR but pls watch my last video about DUBAI 🐫 🐫🐫🐫🐫🐫🐫🐫🐫🐫🐫👍🏼
You will understand more about it
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How dare talk about dubai like that what a shame! Jk every body has there opinion :)
@@no-de2kp قصده أفضل للسياح
Never live with your people
They are both the same with the wicked arrogant and racist mind towards Africans especially
Thank you so much for the insights. It seems like most people teaching about Dubai either say it’s a utopia or they say it’s terrible and oppressive. It seems that Dubai is like NYC in the 1920s. But omg the income tax makes me want to live there!
I am really curious about the relationship between the unspoken classes. Like if you are a more privileged Westerner, what is it like to talk with workers from eastern countries?
Keep up the great work on your channel!
Awesome man.You brought us to Dubai for while.😇
Hi
Valuable, complete and concise information to live in Dubai .
I am Indonesian and was graduated from Birmingham University.
I have a plan to move to Dubai .
Your posting is so informative.
Awaiting next such posting. Merciful.
Solid advice nice work Carl
Arabic Mike i'm glad by your name arabic MIKE 🙌🌷 all respect to all british ppl 🌷 from beirut lebanon ❤
@@lf9825 q
Good day, great video with loaded info. I'd like to ask what the sports sector is like, coz I might come over for cycling.
thanks for the video! I appreciate you
I think Dubai is a great country (been there last March) but it is hard for the expats to start a family there because of the cost of living. If you are an engineer, there will be no problem as they are paid well. However, if you are an office staff, it may be tougher for you because you pay rent which is quite high and you also pay someone to take care of your kid/s while you and your wife is at work. Education is I think expensive as well. On the other hand, locals in Dubai are doing well because they are paid higher than the expats. I live in the Philippines.. salary is lower in general here but cost of living is low and you can even save more if you are thrifty. A haircut in the Philippines is around 2-3 dirhams. Most Overseas Filipinos Workers in Dubai have a long distance relationship with their family which is a sad thing. They can't bring their family in Dubai because of the cost of living/education.. so they are separated from their family and send money to the Philippines instead where the cost of living is lower
Carl, thanks for your video. It was very informative.
Could you kindly explain to me what a ‘good’ salary means?
How much does one need to earn to be able to afford a studio or a 1bhk apartment in Dubai?
Thanks a lot, Carl! Can you tell more about affordable accommodation and places to eat in Dibai?
thank you for making this vidio, Carl
it's a great informative video!
If u get a descent salary its good to live in dubai/UAE, but if the salary is low it will be very hard life here
You were great! Thank you so much!
Thank you! Great info!
Hi Carl, all your answers are absolutely correct and this will help new comers, well done
+Hussein Kefel Thanks a lot Hussein! 🤗
Will Cumming
Don’t go!
Will Cumming what "west" are u talking about when saying we shouldn't encourage a country that was built on slavery... UMM AMERICA WAS BUILT ON SLAVERY AND IT STILL AFFECTS PEOPLE TODAY.
gus dee slavery exists in Dubai today.
Anyone with a brain should have enough common sense to not go to that shithole!
That is so good and u have made me feel and love to be in Dubai
Excellent video and info! Thanks!