The High Life: Living in Dubai

Dubai is a city with many faces in terms of diverse living conditions, whether you are moving alone or with your family, you would easily be able to find a home to suit your every need. Buying as well as renting a property in Dubai are not as expensive as you might think. The growing real estate market has led to a drop in rental prices, therefore in all the districts, you would be able to find a somewhere that you can afford. Whatever be your salary, there is always a way to enjoy the high life living offered in Dubai.  

Lifestyle trends in Dubai that you should know about

Renting co-living spaces is a trend that is rapidly growing in Dubai. This is one of the strategies that the singles working in Dubai follow to bring down their cost of living. The rental prices in Dubai have been falling, with this price drop coming, as a result, of the increase in the supply.

Like the trailing trend seen in the year 2018, the rental rates have been following a downward trend. Apartment prices have dropped by 3% and villa prices by 1%. Buying a house is equally easy – the potential for growth makes Dubai real estate a potential investment.

Besides renting a property in Dubai, there are plenty of other things that are available for rent. You can rent anything from clothes to accessories, to cars, and even pets. So, taking a slice of the luxurious standards of living that Dubai offers, is not that difficult after all.

The public transport modes available in Dubai are-

• Fully automated Metros
• Taxis
• Abras
• Ferries
• Water taxis
• Buses
• Monorail

Getting a Nol card makes access to public transport more convenient. There are numerous international schools in Dubai for the wards of the locals and expats. The public medical facilities of Dubai are some of the best in the world. The traffic in Dubai is one of the biggest issues that most people complain about, however, when you start understanding the city and its traffic you would be able to plan your commute easily. This city has its own pros and cons but the growing proportion of foreigners and the urbanization makes this one of the coolest cities in the world to live.

Women in Dubai

There is always a tension associated with the stringent rules supposedly imposed on women in the UAE. Things have changed a great deal over the past few years. There have been several new laws to protect women in the country, breaking free of inhibitions women are now exploring various domains.

In the first quarter of 2019 there was a 10% hike in the membership count of Dubai Business Women Council. In the year 1994, female only VIP protection teams came into existence. 

Dubai is one of the safest cities to settle down with your family. As long as you are able to abide by the local etiquette and respect the culture, this city is a pleasure to live in.