What do expats in Dubai appreciate most about the local culture?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they appreciate the most about the local culture in Dubai. They wrote...
"Expats in Dubai appreciate the city's vibrant culture, which is a mix of traditional and modern influences. They also appreciate the city's diverse population, which includes people from all over the world. Additionally, expats enjoy the city's excellent infrastructure, which makes it easy to get around and explore the city. Furthermore, the city's warm climate and abundance of outdoor activities make it a great place to live and work. Finally, expats appreciate the city's commitment to safety and security, which makes it a safe and secure place to live," remarked another expat in Dubai, the UAE.
"Sun, Sea, Camping in the desert at the weekends, BBQ's with friends, eating out, free ladies night in the hotel's, the perfect weather and climate from Nov through to May," said a member in Dubai, UAE.
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It's impossible to confuse citizenM with any other hotel. We don't look or sound like anyone else. Bold, vibrant, and artistic - that's us. Our rooms cater to modern travelers - enormous ultra-comfortable beds, unlimited free Wi-Fi and 24/7 food and drinks always waiting at canteenM. And best of all, our ambassadors are every guest's best friend.
CitizenMIt's impossible to confuse citizenM with any other hotel. We don't look or sound like anyone else. Bold, vibrant, and artistic - that's us. Our rooms cater to modern travelers - enormous ultra-comfortable beds, unlimited free Wi-Fi and 24/7 food and drinks always waiting at canteenM. And best of all, our ambassadors are every guest's best friend.
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What do expats in Dubai appreciate most about the local culture?
If you live in Dubai, newcomers to Dubai would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of InternationalTravel.ai and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and InternationalTravel.ai, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

