What's up ya'll? SERIOUSLY contemplating on moving to Dubai at the end of the year from California. I'll try not to flood these boards with senseless mumble, but there are things I just have to know...hopefully you can help without "too" much criticism(I'm cool if you do). Anyways, I'll start off with this: how is the surfing, sailing, wind kiting there? What's the cost of sailboats? I'm in the aviation industry and know Dubai Int. is booming with Jebel Ali on the way, but Emirates Group doesn't post salaries...only saying that it is "attractive." I'm talking about an operations position(if anybody knows). Also, I'm currently learning Arabic, but how important is it really to know Arabic? Is it crucial, better for more $ at work, or can you do just fine 'cause all the expats? Last of all, what is the dating scene like? Do expats actually meet people there and get married...to Nationals or expats? Thanks for all....and love from California.