Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Dubai, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Residential Areas
There are several new areas in Dubai that, within a year or two, could become vast residential neighbourhoods.
Silicon Oasis, located off the Academic City Road, is a development... read more
Al Barsha
Al Barsha has two distinct zones, each with their own accommodation options. The main area offers large villas with big gardens, while Al Barsha 1, near Mall of the Emirates, is home to a... read more
Al Qusais (incl. Al Twar & Al Nahda)
Al Qusais is situated on the edge of Dubai. The area’s biggest selling point is the lower rents. It’s very close to the border with Sharjah so if you’re commuting in and out of Dubai be... read more
Al Safa & Al Wasl
These residential areas are separated from the beachside districts of Jumeira and Umm Suqeim by Al Wasl Road, with everything between Safa Park and Satwa officially known as Al Wasl,... read more
Arabian Ranches
One of Emaar’s many residential developments, Arabian Ranches is located away from the centre of town, off the Emirates road near Dubai Autodrome. This is an all-villa project set among... read more
Bur Dubai (incl. Al Mankhool)
Bur Dubai is a bit of a concrete jungle with mid-size apartment blocks and virtually no green spaces, but many of the apartments have excellent facilities and spacious interiors. Bur... read more
Deira
Deira is not a hugely popular residential area for expats in higher income brackets, probably because of the horrendous traffic and general congestion. The heart of Deira is built up with... read more
Downtown Burj Dubai
Area p.127
See also Map 7
The newest residential area of Dubai, and one of the more expensive to live in, Downtown Burj Dubai is centred around its namesake, currently the tallest... read more
Emirates Hills
Part of the burgeoning ‘new Dubai’, Emirates Hills is a desirable address with a range of villa-style houses in The Springs, The Lakes and The Meadows and apartments in The Greens.... read more
Garhoud & Festival City
Area p.127
See also Map 13
With its central location, range of villas and suburban feel, it’s no surprise that Garhoud is such a popular residential area. It’s handy for both central... read more
