My Honest Experience Living In The Dubai Marina For 8 Months

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  • @skittlesgarage
    @skittlesgarage 9 місяців тому +3

    Watching this from Dubai Marina across from JBR as I look at real estate to relocate here later in the year. Thanks for the insight.

  • @stepS2successmedia
    @stepS2successmedia Рік тому

    Great video, very informative. That’s how living in Florida Las Olas was very touristy, next to lake and ocean. Only downside was after living there for a year I was ready to be back near nature!

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому +1

      It’s funny how quickly you start missing seeing some trees and grass 😂

  • @DigitalSamTV
    @DigitalSamTV 11 місяців тому +2

    It's also ridiculously expensive for any kind of alcohol, beer. Even food in the restaurants is rather ridiculously priced. Overall it's miles and miles better living in any southeast Asian country. The quality of life is much higher, the climate is much better, the people are much more friendly. It's very very difficult to make any arguments for living in Dubai, compared to Asian countries

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  11 місяців тому +2

      I think it’s a personal preference. I’ve been to a few southeast Asian countries and it just didn’t do it for me. Couldn’t see myself live there.

  • @nathand.m.5917
    @nathand.m.5917 Рік тому +2

    Hey, follow Dubai (would be) resident here!
    Having spent some time in the Marina, I agree with your points. Super convient and nice overall.
    Though the area is a bit on the crowed side, it's still possible to have a quiet place. I stayed at 2 places in the Marina earlier this year. In one of them, in Murjan tower, I was facing the street and I could hear cars constantly till very late. But in the other one, Delphine tower, it was fairly quiet and with a slightly nicer view (blue-ish towers rather than the pale yellowish facades of JBR buildings), while just being a minute or two away from the main area. That was a nice combo.
    Traffic wise, is there any area that you know that isn't affected by this? It seems to me that it's a problem pretty much everywhere interesting in Dubai in peak hours.
    To me the biggest weak point of the Marina, but that's unfortunately almost everywhere the case in Dubai, is greenery. I'm currently staying at the Dubai creek, my apartment is facing a park with grass, that's very refreshing. As I'm spending most of my day at working from home like you, seeing the greenery outside really makes a difference. Do you know of other neighborhoods which have a decent park?
    Keep it up with the videos, that's good job!

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      Hey Nathan!
      I'm not sure exactly what area isn't affected by traffic, and everything will be jammed up during peak hours. But my pet peeve with my apartment is that i'm just by the tram, and those red lights there just never turn green 💀
      How do you find living in Creek Harbour? Been looking at it myself, have some friends there that speaks highly of it!
      Other place i've come by that's really neat is Dubai Hills, around the same price range as Creek as well and they have a massive park. If you have time, go grab a coffee at The Hills Eatery or go to the golf club, that's super nice!

    • @nathand.m.5917
      @nathand.m.5917 Рік тому

      @@rasmusgutfelt I quite like it. It's definitely more on the quiet side compared to the Marina or core downtown. Still a 2-3 grocery stores, a cafe and a few restaurants but that's a residential area. The main pros to me are the new high quality buildings and the park, especially if your apartment faces the park as I said. Well, you can also get a view of the Burj if you're on the Western side of the outer ring but for one it's more expensive and two, these apartments are hit hard by the sun for almost the entirety of the day, I feel it might not be the best bet.
      Good idea, I'll visit the coffee this weekend and see by myself 👌

  • @lawrencewhittington3237
    @lawrencewhittington3237 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice clarification on the environment. Greatly appreciated!

  • @maamir4
    @maamir4 Рік тому +1

    Hello from Canada. Great video. Where would you suggest moving after the first year spent at Marina. Obviously it depends on your job/ school, budget etc but still generally speaking where you would like to move? Would it be something like JVC, ARJAN or more like AL JADAF?

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      I've been looking at Dubai Hills and Creek Harbor!

    • @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224
      @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 6 місяців тому

      You can consider expo 2020 site or Dip, it's newer development compared to Marina or JLT and don't have that crazy traffic issue....
      In case you work remotely, you might consider some other areas, away from cost line or even Sharjah, would have beautiful developments and much cheaper

  • @perfectly22smith38
    @perfectly22smith38 Рік тому

    What’s jbr compared to the Marina? It’s on the ocean? It just maybe more expensive than the Marina and less tourists???

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      Yes, JBR stands for Jumeirah Beach Residence, it's just next to the Marina. I think the prices are around the same, but there's a lot more tourists in JBR because of the beach

    • @perfectly22smith38
      @perfectly22smith38 Рік тому

      @@rasmusgutfelt got it! Thank You…

  • @jesselivermore9285
    @jesselivermore9285 3 місяці тому

    Dubai Marina feels insanely claustrophobic because there's nothing but narrow promenades and streets. It feels like there is not one wide open space, the beach is tiny and overcrowded, and the traffic is unbearable. I love to visit the marina every now and then but I would hate to live there. When I think of other luxury waterfront areas around the world I think of beautiful wide open tree lined promenades 4 times the width of marina's with tons of shade, lots of grassed sitting areas, massive indoor areas along the promenade full of luxury shops, casinos, Michelin star restaurants, evening water shows, people wearing suits dressed up for the occasion, breathtaking driveway valet entrances, and massive conference/exhibition centers, but I see none of that in marina. There is nothing in marina but average quality residential towers all squashed as closely together as possible. it's actually grimey not luxurious. It is a development built by a master developer in order to sell as many plots and apartments as possible, not a community planned by a government for the people, and that's exactly how it feels. It's a great place to visit once a month but horrible to live there. Dubai Marina is literally built on a beach but it makes you feel like you miss nature, that alone tells you how poorly planned the area is.

  • @DigitalSamTV
    @DigitalSamTV 11 місяців тому +1

    I stayed there for a couple of weeks, it's just too damn hot to enjoy. It's a real shame as it's quite nice the design of it and the walkways around the water etc. It's just so hot that it's not possible to enjoy it.

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  11 місяців тому

      What month of the year did you go?

  • @wesleypollard4386
    @wesleypollard4386 Рік тому +1

    Hey Rasmus. Thanks so much for your effort and content it’s been so helpful. I must ask what has been your experience been in creating a new business network in Dubai ? Has it been fruitful trying to penetrate markets ? We are looking to move. I am torn between moving to Texas and Dubai. We have been to both I was in Dubai last year August and we absolutely loved. I’m interested to know what has been your business journey. Has your business grown since moving ? I look forward to hearing back from you 😉

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      I've met quite a few people running their own business here in Dubai, mostly through friends of friends. I don't do any business with other UAE companies, so in terms of generating revenue from moving here it's been $0. But the business has grown through all the advice i've gotten from the people i now call friends and from just living in a better environment that's more motivating 🙏

  • @silentobserver964
    @silentobserver964 Рік тому +2

    Where did you live when you lived in Marina?

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому +1

      Still live there, right next to Marina Gate :)

  • @jamestravis1037
    @jamestravis1037 7 місяців тому

    I have interest in retiring in Dubai... I would be moving there from the US The Dubai Marina has been highly recommended by many friends who have moved to Dubai in the past from the US. What is your opinion on retiring in Dubai?

    • @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224
      @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 6 місяців тому

      I left Dubai after leaving there over 10 years. Well, if your savings allow to retire in Dubai, it will be great place. Firstly safety, though many things are just hidden of view.
      Regarding Marina, might be a bit too crowded if you looking for more peaceful places, there are many other communities

    • @jamestravis1037
      @jamestravis1037 6 місяців тому

      @@sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 Thank you for your reply. Appreciate it

  • @muk9552
    @muk9552 Рік тому +1

    Hey Rasmus,
    Thanks for your great advice and descriptions :)
    I am moving to Dubai from Europe in one month and I was recommended Marina pretty much. Same as you report, I feel it may be too busy for my taste, as I am not too much into going out to bars or restaurants but more into walking around, nature and more "local life".
    Would you recommend a different area not far from Marina? My job will be based in Jumeira Islands... Jumeira Village would be something to consider or do you find it too far or isolated for a daily life quiet routine?
    May see you around if still in Dubai soon :)
    Take care and thank you!
    L.

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому +1

      JVC is nice, you can also look at JLT and Dubai Hills :)

    • @HilloFX
      @HilloFX 4 місяці тому

      Hey, how's it living in Dubai for over a year now?

  • @jona7200
    @jona7200 Рік тому +1

    Could ypu create a telegram chat for all the boys in Dubai to talk, connect and give tips?👍👍

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому +1

      If you’re already in Dubai, just shoot me a DM on Instagram!

  • @HajiyevMuzaffar
    @HajiyevMuzaffar Рік тому +1

    Please make videos when you walk around

  • @rielfernandes
    @rielfernandes День тому

    Hey I would like to connect with you.

  • @someone3574
    @someone3574 Рік тому

    Hi Rasmus, thanks for the video! I have two quick questions, I'd appreciate so much if you could bring me some light here:
    1. What buildings would you recommend to rent a studio / small apartment for a year? Taking into account location, quaility of staying and freedom. Budged 110 AED/year aprox.
    2. About dating, what if you met a woman you like and want to bring her to your place? Does these giant buildings with security allow that? I heard they changed the law and now is Ok, but just to confirm.

  • @waizu.sirius
    @waizu.sirius Рік тому +1

    Hej man, I assume you spend the year there, not just a few month. How is it in summer? Do you even go outside or just spend inside with the AC? Or just go outside in the evening? Which months do you like most, and which least?

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      I don’t spend summer in Dubai, i’m home in Denmark atm to escape the heat. November - feb are the best months for sure!

  • @mrcatman6374
    @mrcatman6374 10 місяців тому +1

    What areas would you move to - if you decide to leave the Marina?

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  10 місяців тому

      I moved to Romania :) But i was looking into Dubai Hills!

    • @mrcatman6374
      @mrcatman6374 10 місяців тому

      @@rasmusgutfelt ah I meant within Dubai* as it sounded like you are planning a move away from Marina.

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  10 місяців тому

      Was looking to relocate to Dubai Hills or Creek Harbour. Really liked those two areas

  • @nathanthomas1742
    @nathanthomas1742 11 місяців тому

    Hi Rasmus. Why are you spending 60k a month just to sit in an expensive place? Are you actually meeting clients there or something? To work virtually and choose the most expensive location seems completely insane...

  • @harshjain9197
    @harshjain9197 Рік тому +1

    Great Video, Man. Thanks! I am moving to Dubai in August and this video helps. Do you mean 50k AED per year or 50K USD per year? And what resources did you use for house hunting? Thanksssss

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      I'm paying 50k USD a year. I made a video going over Propertyfinder you can watch here where i show some examples of apartments: ua-cam.com/video/zNeBupzZ1sc/v-deo.html

  • @scrypturefx3077
    @scrypturefx3077 Рік тому

    Wait $50k a year????😳😳 That's a lot

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому +1

      Yeah it's a bit on the heavy side haha. Do keep in mind though that we don't pay income tax here, so disposable income is also much higher :)

    • @erdftzgh
      @erdftzgh Рік тому +1

      Thats around 4000K per month. I pay that in Toronto for a small apartment. And i pay Tons of taxes , add to that the rest of living cost, lol. Dubai is the better option am researching! The west is becoming living hell.

  • @AsmrLigamagic
    @AsmrLigamagic Рік тому

    I like more city views than ocean views!! City views it’s like u watching Christmas tree!! Ocean views is like watching sky!!

  • @hdawg100
    @hdawg100 Рік тому

    Can we have an apartment tour?

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому

      Will drop an apartment tour before i leave Dubai for summer 👌🏼

  • @rodneyscott2108
    @rodneyscott2108 23 дні тому

    If you’ve lived in the NYC why in the hell would you want to live in Dubai with all that honkin horns and all that insane urbanization , you can get all that in NYC and Chicago😕😕😕!

  • @HajiyevMuzaffar
    @HajiyevMuzaffar Рік тому +2

    I now English fluently, russian and turkish languages are my native languages I have bachelor’s degree in economics I live in Azerbaijan, Baku 24 years old male work experience in international trading company as a manager need job in Dubai can you help me? Thanks for videos love your chanel

    • @rasmusgutfelt
      @rasmusgutfelt  Рік тому +1

      Unfortunately we're not hiring and i don't know anyone who're looking for your particular skillset. I'd recommend to go on LinkedIn and search for jobs here!

  • @sijinsivadas6603
    @sijinsivadas6603 Рік тому

    Come to Silicon Oasis

  • @justingriffin2546
    @justingriffin2546 Місяць тому

    eeeeeeew

  • @JARW-Media
    @JARW-Media Рік тому +2

    First

  • @omega4556
    @omega4556 Рік тому

    Nice points but you beat around the bush a lot . Make the points more concise