Hi Louise, I am new to Dubai, working here and living on my own as my partner works in Kuwait. Can you suggest the best route to find a home and how to join a group to meet people?

Hi, have you thought about the area you would like to live yet? If not, take a look at our community videos on line to give you some ideas. This will help you narrow the choice down and save you driving all over town in the heat. After this, contact an agent such as 1Step Properties and clearly outline what you are looking for and the maximum cost you are willing to pay. If you want to do some research yourself from home check out Dubizzle.

Sport is a great way to meet people in Dubai, so click here to see all the sport groups and activities on offer in Dubai and if you are not sporty why not take up a hobby, join a social group or volunteer with a local charity. I really hope these lists help you on your way and am confident that even if you join just one of these groups, it will open doors to meeting more and more people until you will by too busy!