Dubai Lifestyle - The History Of The City And Day To Day Life InDubai

Background Information to the United Arab Emirates and Dubai: -

Dubai is one of the seven states that make up the United Arab Emirates (UAE); it is located in the

Middle East. The UAE borders the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf and is situated between Oman

and Saudi Arabia. The United Arab Emirates was formed in 1971 by the then 'Trucial States' after

their independence from Britain.

The UAE is governed by a Supreme Council of Rulers, the council is made up of the seven emirs and

they appoint the prime minister and the cabinet for the country. Despite being ultimately ruled by the

Supreme Council, as with the other six states, Dubai maintains a large degree of autonomy from the

UAE when it comes to general decision making for the city's development.

Oil was first discovered in the United Arab Emirates in the 1950s, before that the country's economy

was built on fishing and pearling, since 1962, when Abu Dhabi became the first of the emirates to

begin exporting the oil, the country's economy has been completely transformed.

Sheikh Zayed, who has been the president of the UAE since its inception, quickly understood the

economic potential for the country from the oil industry. He has continued to ensure that each of the

emirates benefits from the oil generated wealth, he has insisted on the reinvestment of oil revenues

into the healthcare system, the education system and the general national infrastructure.

The development of the oil industry has led to a large influx of foreign workers to the UAE, in fact

Dubai's population is the fastest growing in the world and the foreign population makes up about

three quarters of the entire UAE population! As a direct result of this fact the UAE is one of the most

liberal countries in the Gulf, with other cultures and beliefs tolerated. Dubai has also been quick to

understand the need for diversification. Oil in the region is only projected to last for about 30 years

and so Dubai has successfully embarked upon a major diversification program aimed to at developing

industries and commercial enterprises to take the place of oil as the predominate commodity of the

state's economy.

The climate in Dubai is sub-tropical and arid or desert like. The city enjoys almost year round sunny

blue skies. Rain is infrequent and if it does fall, it falls in the winter.

Temperatures range from lows of 10°C to extreme summer highs of 48°C. The average maximum

daily temperature in January is 24°C and the average maximum daily temperature in July is 41°C

when humidity is very high.

About the city of Dubai

Dubai is recognised as the commercial and tourism capital of the UAE and is globally regarded as

one of the most sophisticated, futuristic and cosmopolitan cities in the world, in fact Dubai is

something of a phenomenon! It is an Arab Muslim society with the fastest growing foreign population

in the world, and it has successfully developed harmony through ethnic diversity. It is a city with

unrivalled levels of economic energy and architectural ambition, a unique city of contrasts where the

most modern and architecturally stunning skyscrapers stand alongside traditional beautiful Arabic

structures.

The experiences and attractions available in Dubai are many and varied. From the miles of

immaculate beautiful white sandy beaches to the richly exotic Arabian heritage, from the awe

inspiring majesty of the desert to the lively international bars, restaurants and nightclubs - a visitor to

Dubai is guaranteed an incredible, never to be forgotten experience.

In 2003 Dubai was voted safest holiday destination in the world by Conde Nast Traveller magazine,

and in fact Dubai is recognised globally as one of the safest cities in the world. Living in Dubai you will

find that it is virtually crime-free with the Dubai police ensuring personal safety and security. Anyone

found guilty of committing a serious crime will be severely punished. Alcohol and drug related

offences are considered serious.

The economy of the city of Dubai is a mainly service-driven economy, with every business amenity

from banking to telecommunications offered. International trading and industrialisation are actively

encouraged through the provision of favourable taxation advantages, offshore status, specialist free

trade zones etc. Recent innovative projects in the city include the foundation of Dubai Media City and

Dubai Internet City, bringing 21st century technology to Dubai in the world's very first 'Free Zone'

wholly dedicated to e-business.

Day to Day Life in Dubai

Accommodation

If you are considering moving to Dubai one of your first thoughts will no doubt be finding somewhere

to live. This is not something you'll find too tricky, there are many companies advertising rental

accommodation in the classified sections of local newspapers and they offer everything from private

villas to luxury apartments or even shared accommodation. Whatever your budgetary and lifestyle

requirements are, the specialist relocation and housing companies will be sure to have something to

assist you. If you prefer to find your accommodation privately and avoid any agency costs, many

people use supermarkets notice boards to advertise or request accommodation.

In terms of which areas of the city offer the type of accommodation you are after, Jumeirah, Umm

Sequiem and the Safa Park area are upmarket and offer villa-type accommodation. Satwa and

Garhoud also offer villas but are slightly cheaper. Rashidiya, Mirdif and Al Quoz are mainly Arabic

areas and they actually attract a lot of expats. UAE Projects Lawyers