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maximusprime

Hello All, I have been searching the forums here for a while trying to get a good idea of what kind of salary package to ask for. If anyone out there is in a similar field and can tell me what to expect it would be much appreciated. I am an engineer with about 3-4 years of experience. I am negotiati...

maximusprime

Hey everyone, Its good to read this forum. I too am a recent grad from the USA on the east coast. I have been interviewing for an engineering job in Dubai. From reading the forums here it sounds like a lot of fun but I have some concerns. Have any of you who are my age (25) had problems with lack of...

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By the way, I know there are a bunch of these questions here but there seems to be a lot of variance based on nationality, profession etc. So if its not too much trouble, just a ball park.

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if it is an M&E subby i would say AED15K - 18K total package

Coops, when you say "total package" do you mean 15-18K plus housing, benefits etc, or 15-18K without all that stuff?

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Scarlet, By culture I mean art, music, cuisine, intelectual people, not just partying and shopping. Also I have heard that there is a dispporportionate ratio of men to women in Dubai and I wanted to know if anyone in there 20's has experienced any frustration with this. Obviously this is a matter of...

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For now not dreaming of visiting: 1. Iraq 2. Afghanistan 3. Africa :scratch: You really would rule out an entire continent? There are some places in Africa that are so gorgeous you wouldnt beleve it. Seriously, try rafting down the Nile or tracking gorillas in Uganda. Most villagers there are extre...

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I spent a month there a few years ago, Athens is a sh!t hole but the history is great, definitly see the parthenon etc. You can catch a ferry from Pereaus to some Islands. Mikonos is very nice but there is definitely a big gay nightlife so watch your as$ (pun) unless you're into that sort of thing. ...

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Craigo wrote:
gtmash wrote:Good for you, dude.

Cheers man. Didnt think it was too bad myself either. Although I know being the youngest in the office I have the lowest package

Wow, I need to get a job where you work. See if they need any ME's.

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Thants ok, well hopefully things will work out and I'll be out there making the big bucks by December.

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forget anything shared, you will end up in the streets faster you can say... uuuh. i just received a call a couple of minutes ago, that i have to leave my appt. by end of the month! In an Tower in the Greens which is empty by about 80% :!: :evil: M!, is it illegal to share an appt? That sucks. Elen...

maximusprime

Hey all, Im 25 and making the move to Dubai in Jan. The company I am working for is located in the Green Community. I would like to find a place where there are other young people like me in the same kind of situation for around 45000-65000Dhm per year each (i dont mind flat mates). Also, I hear tra...

maximusprime

Hey all, Im 25 and making the move to Dubai in Jan. The company I am working for is located in the Green Community. I would like to find a place where there are other young people like me in the same kind of situation for around 45000-65000Dhm per year each (i dont mind flat mates). Also, I hear tra...

maximusprime

Hey everyone, Im a 25 yo american soon to be expat arriving in Jan. I would like to know where there are a lot of people of similar age group/ situation. I am working in the Green community and I want to find a place that is an easy drive. If possible it would be nice to have sea views, balcony etc....

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Thanks Concord. The company I am working for has agreed to cough up the money up front and take it out of my check each week so that part is taken care of. Im a little nervous about getting into an agreement while Im still in the US. I will have a free hotel room for a month when I arrive, is that e...

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Thanks Concord. The company I am working for has agreed to cough up the money up front and take it out of my check each week so that part is taken care of. Im a little nervous about getting into an agreement while Im still in the US. I will have a free hotel room for a month when I arrive, is that ...

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Oh, and study hard for the medical exam.

Wait a minute, medical exam? Is that a physical or something? What do I need to know about that?

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Julian,
I am moving out there on Jan 10 and I will need some flatmates. Im 25yo american. If you think you will still be looking then let me know or if you find a place and have a room available.
Max

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Markyboy,
I am moving to dubsi in january and I would like to share a flat in the same area(s). Its bout a month or so after you get ther but if you need some help with the rent let me know.

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[/quote]Think of it, how else could the USA afford to pay for all those bombs!
[quote]

Nah, we just borrow the money from china

maximusprime

Hi everone,
I moved here yesterday and I want to make some friends. If anyone is going out tonight and wants to show a 25 year old american around send me a pm.
Max

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I just arrived in the marina and I am surprised at how few people are out. Are there any good places I can walk to (I am near JBR) where things are happening?

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thanks for all the question marks. I just went out to a couple of bars and yes there were people. I guess I thought there would be more people walking around in the streets during the day but I have only seen the newly constructed area so I could be way off. Hey, by the way, if anyone is out and wan...

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haha, unfortunately a cant afford to do much else until i start work, I get to stay here rent free for a while. I went down to the middle of town today and yes, there were lots of people, this is definitely a cool place

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haha, unfortunately a cant afford to do much else until i start work, I get to stay here rent free for a while. I went down to the middle of town today and yes, there were lots of people, this is definitely a cool place Wait until you start paying to stay here...you will change your mind very quick...

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Does anyone have any experience getting a loan for a used car from a private seller? I would like to avoid the dealerships if possible. What should I expect?

maximusprime

I am looking for people to room with starting in febuary. My budget is 5000 AED/month plus DEWA. If you are looking for flatmates give me a cal. I am an engineer just getting started here in Dubai. Male, single, american. Let me know.
Thanks

maximusprime

Hey All,
Does anyone know where I can find a couple guys with a truck that want to make a couple hundred dirhams? I am buying a king size bed from RAK and I need to get it back to my appt in JBR. Any help would be... well... helpful.
Thanks

maximusprime

Thanks, I'll check that out

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Can anyone recommend a place to get a good deal on a new or used car. Will I need to have my UAE license before I can buy? What sort of paperwork should I expect? Thanks

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