By Nourhan Eltohamy
If you’re planning to move to Dubai, please reconsider!! It will ruin your life; I’m currently living there and not satisfied at all. Here’s why:
Taxes:
Well, if you come from a country like mine, you will be surprised by what I’m about to say!! In Dubai, we make a Tax-Free salary, ‘FULL STOP’!!
Public toilets:
This city has the neatest cleanliest most scented public toilets I have ever been to. EUWWW! They never run out of soap, not to mention toilet paper, and you’ll always find moisturizing creams by the sink to freshen up and hydrate your skin.
Shopping:
Most stores in Dubai hire salespeople who speak at least 3 different languages. It’s a policy to satisfy their costumers’ needs and facilitate communication since Dubai truly is a cosmopolitan city.
Crime:
The crime rate in Dubai is nearly 0%; it’s safe to walk alone on the street at midnight wearing your Louis Vuitton G.M. size bag, or your Rolex shiny watch without being ambushed or slayed.
Schools:
Canadian, American, French, German, Indian and many other international schools and universities can be found in Dubai; you count!! It’s actually relieving for families to know they don’t have to stress about their child’s education.
Restaurants:
If you ‘re planning to have a big fat first date, then Dubai is the city you’re looking for. It boasts a wide range of affordable international restaurants and cafes. However, if you’re planning to have your date in a five stars hotel, well, that’s a whole other argument.
Weather:
Who says Dubai is too hot to live in?? Well, of course Dubai is very hot and humid during the summer, “and my hair shall witness“, however, you can enjoy the charming breezy weather of the other seasons. For example, you can take a stroll by the Corniche or have a warm cup of coffee at any of the outdoor coffee shops overlooking the famous Dubai Dancing Fountain.
Supernatural Things:
Buildings in Dubai can be magically transformed into so many objects during the holiday seasons, like for instance, a Christmas tree in New Year. ABRACADABRA!!!