Life in Dubai

Written by Fiz

Our apartment is finally fully furnished. Its so exciting to see all our furnitures in place and especially with the curtains- once again our privacy is restored. The only things missing are that we have not set up any internet connection nor have we set up our own transportation.

Politics in Dubai still baffles me. It really is a hub of nationalities here. Expats make up about 85% of the population, so it is actually a norm to see more expats than local Arabs on the streets.

Ive been reading blogs of Arab women and learning more about the Arab culture. Very interesting insight. Certainly explains a lot with how things work in Middle East.

I find myself to be more stereotypical and is some way, more racist. Daniel is going through the same thing. Racism and stereotypism is very common here. Its almost as if I have to change my insight once I step back on Australian soil. Naivety here is as deadly as poison. Unfortunately, when you're in Rome...

Its not something Im proud of to say loudly. But it is how things work here. It certainly explains why people keep asking me for my race, nationality and religion. At first- I must say, I was offended to be asked such personal questions from strangers. After a while, I realised it is how they work out how to deal with you. And it is not just business, it covers area of social as well.

And trust me- when I tell them my personal details- they are baffled even more. Most do not know what to do when faced with contradicting statements.

Certain nationalities would not deal with others. Nor would they socialise with them. I find this very offending.

But yet, there are no mention of gang rivals or race wars here. If something like this shows up in other countries - there are certain to be race wars on the streets.

But I find this all a very eye opening experience. Im sure Daniel feels the same way.