Making Friends in Dubai

Yikes, well it sounds like you've got a bit life-changing event up ahead of you. It's okay to be concerned about making friends in Dubai, and to be honest - relatively easier than a lot of other places. The expat community is really large - like 70 percent of the population, and in such a transient space people tend to be more open and welcoming to others. That said, most people make their first friends through work, and if you're office ends up being a bit of a "graveyard", then it may be harder to connect with that first person. That said, there's plenty of activities on offer. To get involved in a sports circle visit Duplays.com, or to take part in a purely social group - check out SocialcirclesUAE.com.

If you're a big drinker, you'll also find more than just a few fellow compatriots at any of the city's hotel bars...just be careful and abide by the laws.

Good luck!

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I just want to meet some new friends here in Dubai... Come say hiiii!!!

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Hi Dave

If you have young kids, another good way to make friends is through parent-run playgroups. Do a quick Google search and browse a few expat forums for contact details.

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