Converting important documents, getting set up in terms of bills and overall how to get settled in Dubai
If you’re visiting Dubai for the first time, it’s normal to ask, can I drink the tap water? Is it safe for my family to drink the water? Especially in a hot country like the UAE, where staying hydrated is indeed important! The short answer: yes, Dubai tap water is safe to drink. But there are…
Dubai summer is not for the faint-hearted. We’re talking 45°C (113°F) heat and humidity that feels like walking through a sauna, making you question your life choices if you’re outside for more than ten minutes. However! Don’t let that put you off. Dubai was built for this and alhamdulillah (a phrase you should definitely learn…
Are you and your furry friend planning a move to or from Dubai? This is EVERYTHING I learnt doing the process I did myself, so you don’t need to make the same mistakes I did. Relocating pets can be complex and information is unclear, but as someone who’s done this journey personally with my cats…
If you live in Dubai, finding a Friday Khutbah in English can be a bit challenging. Even when I asked long-time residents, many didn’t know where to go! So as a Muslim convert in Dubai with only a little Arabic, I made it my mission to find khutbahs I could fully understand. It took a…
When I first moved to Dubai, delivery apps didn’t even exist! Now we can’t imagine our lives without them. If you’ve just moved to Dubai, here’s the good news, Dubai is genuinely one of the best cities in the world for food delivery. Like, crazily good! Whether you need a full family dinner sorted in…
Planning a vacation or holiday and wondering if Dubai is the right place to visit as a family? You’ll be glad to know that, Yes! Dubai is an incredibly family-friendly destination for a holiday or vacation. However there are both positives and negatives to keep in mind! I’ll explain more below. Dubai offers a mix…