Ooobedubie

Hi- new here,

Finished MSc- Accepted job offer in Dubai- awaiting visa confirmation, overdue- I’ll be on my way very soon - Young, single, Brit- don’t really know anyone in Dub

I’ve had a quick flick through some of the threads but it would be great if anybody’s in/ been in same situation- wanted to get in touch????

Main things I need to sort- settle, get to know people, the areas, find somewhere to live- be ideal if anyone has- a room to rent??

Ethos83

Do you pronounce your name 'oooo-beee-dooo-beee'?

It's not a problem that you have no friends in 'Dub'.

There are many, many, many people like yourself.

You will fit into the city just fine and dandy.

To help you out:

Where to live? Dubai Marina.

What car to buy? FJ Cruiser.

Where to drink? Barasti or Double Decker.

Where to be on Friday? Yalumba brunch.

Where to be on Saturday? Barasti beach bar.

Ooobedubie

Perfect pronunciation

Lovely Jubbly- not sure I can afford someone of the suggestions ;-) Thanks

co durham boy

Amazing , they still keep coming.....

Millhouse

Nice one mate. Welcome... you're going to get some shit here at first, but stick around - we need some new life here.

Can I ask what you'll be doing in Dubai with a shiny new MSc? Teaching or something productive?

The marina isn't the only place to live by the way, there is the greens, tecom, downtown... you pays your price and all that.

kittycat1

How old, are you hot and actually thats it actually the age doesnt matter either

Ronnie Biggs

You've lost a bit of subtlety in the last couple of years....

kittycat1

I was joking- i like older men!

Millhouse

How many PMs did that statement generate Kitty?

Ooobedubie

?? Durham Boy

Cheers Millhouse- Nothing as noble as teaching, just a job- graduate / entry-level type stuff in Supply Chain Management- for an Indian Company, Should be interesting
Housing allowance is only 2,250- looking on dubizzle- lots of weird adds tho

Hello Kitty.. shame

Oyibopeppeh

Delivery boy for a Ruby carry-out place?

At least you'll get a company vehicle!

Millhouse

shit me - 2,250. Be careful fella that they are not screwing you on the package - look through the forum, the costs of living here have been addressed many times. I fear that Indian company = Indian salary. I hope you like Dhaal...

Ethos83

*****.

What's your total package?

A decent villa or flat share will run you at least 3500 a month. Car hire will be 2000 a month. Living expenses another 3000 a month (minimum).

How old are you?

Ooobedubie

Getting me worried now guys ha, total package is AED 9k/ month- I have been told its ‘ok’ and had the contract looked over by my friend’s dad who worked out there.
It is a Starting/ proper entry-level job. The Indian ownership/ work ethic is a slight concern as apparently they get their monies worth and there are few (possible none) expats. I believe they are unable to issue any more Indian visas), and they want to improve practices- so have been looking for fresh well educated people from other locations.
It is not going to be a walk in the park, it should be exciting, and I could hopefully find something better, in Dubai if I like it!??
Thanks for your comments

Ooobedubie

24, just ha