So, you are new(ish) to Dubai or possibly planning to relocate to Dubai in the near future? We are happy that you have found our blog, Expat Echo Dubai. Hopefully, you will find it a helpful resource during your settling in process into this unique city.
First of all, let me start by the obvious. Dubai is unlike any other city in the world. It’s very likely that you will be relocating here from some place very, very different. Do not fear. Don’t let the glitz, glam or size scare you. (more…)
Hosting a birthday party at home? Take some of the stress out it and hire a party planner to take care of the birthday party from A to Z.
Better yet, hire an entertainer. Dubai has a variety of party entertainers from magicians, clowns, dance instructors, and more!
Have a look at the options: Read more
Driving around Dubai recently you may have noticed signs for a hospital called “Latifa Hospital” and wondered if Dubai had added to their health care facilities. However they have not as Latifa Hospital is the former Al Wasl Hospital. Read more
ArtE – Artisans of the Emirates – has launched a new market concept called The Open Market which has been set up based on feedback from the hugely successful ArtE Markets. The aim of The Open Market is to provide UAE residents the opportunity to sell quality art and craft products, whether they are locally made or imported from elsewhere. The markets will be held regularly at various locations across the UAE. Read more
START is a non-profit organisation established by Art Dubai and the Al Madad Foundation which applies the universal language of art to heal, educate and enrich the skills and opportunities of children in the poorest areas of the Middle East. Read more
Hop along to your nearest African + Eastern store to put some bounce in your Australia Day celebrations!
From some of the world’s most popular larger to delicious bottles of grape in every hue, find an impressive range of Australian bevvies at any one of our twelve conveniently-located stores across Dubai. Also discover their extensive world-class portfolio from around the glob, to suit every taste. Read more
DSF Carnival | 27 & 28 January, 2012 | JLT
Make this weekend special with the DSF Carnival in JLT. Enjoy a diverse mix of fun, food and entertainment with a spectacular collection of performers including musicians, jugglers, stilt walkers and clowns, together with JLT’s first Food Fair as we light up the JLT Community. The Food Fair will run from 4:30pm and the carnival will start after sunset. Read more
















