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 Dubai
(in Arabic: دبيّ, Dubayy) can either refer to one of the seven
emirates that constitute United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the eastern
Arabian Peninsula, or that emirate's main city, sometimes called
"Dubai city" to distinguish it from the emirate. The modern emirate
of Dubai was created with the formation of the United Arab Emirates
in 1971. However, written accounts documenting the existence of the
city have existed at least 150 years prior to the formation of the
UAE. Dubai shares within a federal framework, legal, political,
military and economic functions, with the other emirates, although
each emirate has jurisdiction over some functions such as civic law
enforcement and provision and upkeep of local facilities. Dubai has
the largest population and is the second largest emirate by area,
after Abu Dhabi and, with Abu Dhabi, is one of only two emirates to
possess veto power over critical matters of national importance in
the UAE. Dubai has been ruled by the Al Maktoum dynasty since 1833.
The city's current ruler, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is also the
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE. |
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Geography: The Dubai creek
runs northeast-southwest through the city. The eastern section
of the city forms the locality of Deira and is flanked by the
emirate of Sharjah in the east and the town of Al Aweer in the
south. The Dubai International Airport is located south of Deira,
while the Palm Deira is located north of Deira in the Persian
Gulf. The western section forms the locality of Bur Dubai and is
bordered almost entirely by the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Much of
Dubai's real estate boom has been concentrated to the west of
this region, on the Jumeirah coastal belt and along Sheikh Zayed
Road (E11). Port Rashid, Jebel Ali, Burj Al Arab, the Palm
Jumeirah and theme based free zone clusters such as Business Bay
are all located in this section. The Sheikh Zayed Road and
Emirates Road (E311) are the main arteries of Dubai; and run
roughly parallel to each other in the western section of the
city, before eventually diverging sharply near Jumeirah. The
eastern and western sections of the city are connected through
the Al Maktoum bridge, the Al Garhoud bridge and the Al
Shindagha tunnel. A large new bridge (the 'Business Bay Bridge')
with 6 lanes in each direction was opened in May 2007 , across
the creek a little to the south of the Al Garhoud Bridge. It is
the first new bridge to be built in thirty years.
Economy / Property / Real
Estate: The government's decision to diversify from a
trade-based but oil-reliant economy to one that is service and
tourism-oriented has made real estate more valuable, resulting
in the property appreciation from 2004–2006. Large scale real
estate development projects, undertaken by firms such as Emaar
Properties, have led to the construction of many skyscrapers
such as the Emirates Towers and the world's tallest hotel, the
Burj al-Arab. Burj Dubai, also being constructed by Emaar
Properties, is expected to become the world's tallest structure.
The Dubai Expat Diaries
Latest Posts
from: The Dubai Expat Diaries: The Dubai Expat Diaries is an online expatriate journal for expats moving to, living and working in Dubai and the United Arab Emirates
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Change in Expat Family Visa Requirement - Minimum Salary Raised
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According to Gulf News, expats who wish to bring their families here will now be required to earn minimum AED 10,000 and also rent an independent accomodation:
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Looking for good bargains? Check out Dubai Flea Market
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The latest shopping craze for credit-crunched Dubai expats - the Dubai Flea Market has become a big hit where people can buy and sell almost any used items. The last event in May witnessed crowds of upto 4,500 visitors. It is being held indoors for the summer at the Al Safa Hall in Jumeirah. The [...]
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Beat the heat with Dubai Summer Surprises 2009
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The Dubai Summer Surprises is back again with lots of fun family events and shopping offers to keep us entertained this long, hot summer. Starting from June 11, this popular festival is scheduled to go on till August 14, with a wide range of attractions all over Dubai.
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Hotel Business Game for CEOs, Hotel Managers and Students
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Save upto 30% this Summer at Starwood Hotels in Europe, Africa and the Middle East
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A great summer special offer on Hotel Bookings throughout the region and beyond…If you’re looking to get away this summer, this offer should come in handy! Details below:
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Shopping Alert - Month Long Festival at Dubai Mall
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Dubai Mall is hosting a month-long shopping festival from April 30 – May 29, with exciting shopping deals and giving shoppers who spend AED 500 or more the chance to win AED 10,000 cash in daily raffles, not to mention the Grand raffle at the end giving away a million Dirhams to one lucky shopper.Â
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Parking fees can now be paid via SMS
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RTA has launched a new service called “mpark” which will enable Dubai residents to pay their parking fees more conveniently through their mobile phones.Â
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Dubai Health Clubs - 6 months free at Club Mina on Jumeirah Beach
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The popular Club Mina has come out with a great summer offer for new members – join for a year and get another 6 months free. Additional nifty perks include great discounts on dining, rooms, spa, etc and beach passes for the family. Check out the details below or on the radio campaign currently running [...]
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Rihanna concert cancelled
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Rihanna’s first gig in Dubai, originally scheduled for May 28, has been cancelled after all. She has been quoted as saying “it’s just not the right time for her”. It seems she is to keen to perform in this region but at a later date.
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Rihanna to perform in Dubai!
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US pop star Rihanna has scheduled her big comeback concert since the Chris Brown controversy with a performance in Dubai. It is going to be held on May 28 but no other details about the concert are out yet.Â
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