Only rich people and those high earning people are enjoying and living Dubai. But for those people who works in labor industry having bad employers with poor salary they don't enjoy. This is the honest review.
Remember kids, being an influencer who lives in Dubai you have to sign a contract. That explains why him, Iman and others like him never have any negatives.
These are Dubai newbies :) I lived there WAY too long and have seen many seasonal influencers come and go, so by no means I am taking any of their sides BUT the fact is, there is very little negetive to say about Dubai. And I say this being unbiased. I disliked many things too but when you compare those "problems" to any other country or city in the world, they are almost neglegible.
Yeah obviously he’s bought like all of them and ofc 100% Dubai shill. Dubai is ok for a couple of days but living there is straight up insane unless you run a business or you are a Dubai shill like Mike. Everything is totally superficial, no real character, no history, no values no nothing, only infinite heat. Only super flashy and pretty much every woman over there is a prostitute 😭
It's crazy how delusional the people in the comments are aswell. Everyone's acting like the city isnt build on slaves and corruption. Really tells a lot about the moral compass of todays society
I lived in Dubai for 5 years due to an internship, and I worked there for 4 years afterward. I would like to share my opinion about Dubai, but if it differs from your experience, that's perfectly fine. This is just how I felt. * Lightness of life: In Europe, I loved going out after work and enjoying the simplicity of stress-free concerts or grabbing a beer with a friend. I missed that a lot in Dubai. Nothing felt easy; everything always seemed like a business or an event, and there was an expectation attached to it. * It sometimes feels like Disneyland; everything is artificial. There is no stone left unturned just for the sake of being there; everything is meticulously staged. It lacks authenticity. * The weather is horrible; the unbearable heat in the summer makes it impossible to go outside. Imagine spending 4 to 5 straight months indoors. I have lived in Miami and the south of Spain, but Dubai's weather is the worst. * Traffic! No words are needed to describe it. Those were the negative aspects, but I have to admit that my overall experience was not that great. The restaurants are nice, the people are friendly, and there are plenty of opportunities, but for me, it wasn't worth it. I now live in the south of France, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. But again, this is just my opinion. :) You should do what makes you happy!
From the video I watched before this one it's a dump! All appearance without substance. Thailand man, even Bangkok is a dream by comparison. Low taxes as well with everything everything way cheaper and would work out much cheaper even including the taxes man. And no car necessary. :-)
Everyone, including the "models" working as hookers love the place but it is a façade and one wrong move and you are in a world of shit. Take the oil away and let these people get back to running around the desert.
this place is for people with money, plain and simple. If you have a good salary or have lots of money, this place is damn near paradise. But only for the capitalist at heart. If you're worried about human rights and inequalities etc, you won't like it. But then again Dubai isn't targeting you, they want people with money.
He can not talk about it at all tho, but all he says is true i came to Dubai from Germany as tourist and i ended up living here, its cool that you dont like it because the country is saturated, you will only make the rent higher to us
I lived in the UAE for 4 years. When things are good, life is good. But there is a very very dark side to that place, and when things go wrong (and they can), things can go really bad. Also, "bad mouthing" the UAE (or even suggesting the weather isn't nice and scaring away tourists) can get you jailed.
Thank you now we see a black woman "influencer" jailed for yelling...yelling-(she claims the man wouldn't hand over her id) was the man who also yelled arrested? ...scary place.
When i look at Dubai , things look temporal to me , the city architecture has been built without even considering raising sea levels (the palm tree islands for example) or that the iconic buildings don't have sewage systems. That to me are temporal decisions. I guess we will need to wait and see , that's why i was impressed he gave away his uk residency for Dubai.
@@YogaBlissDanceWell she deserves to go to jail. She rented a car and there was a dent on the car when she returned it. And then she had the nerve to scream at him. When you are in other people's country, learn to be polite.
That's why we can't trust all what he's saying. I've lived in Dubai till 2020. It's a safe place for women and I like that about it. But the bad stuff there gets covered up all the time
Today I went for a long quiet walk all by myself, and unexpectedly found myself on the outskirts of beautiful Cambridge surrounded by wheat fields, there were cows grazing on a field in the distance, all I could hear was the sound of various birds competing for the airwaves. It started to rain a little, I stood under a tree, and I knew that in my heart, I couldn`t be happier anywhere else than I was at that moment.
It's fascinating seeing the high-end side of Dubai from your experience. Mine is somewhat different - I'm in Dubai for two years to save enough money for a deposit on a house in the UK. I'm disabled and cannot work, wife to a teacher, so we're here on one okay salary. We don't eat out, we don't shop, I spend most of my time in the gym that thankfully comes with our accom. We saved our asses off to be able to see some other countries while we're here and that's our main pleasure while we're here. I'd love to own a Chanel handbag, but life hasn't worked out that way for me - we can't have it all. I do wish people understood that not everyone lives like an influencer here - outside of Marina, there are people struggling to live here. It's not all parties and champagne for a huge number of the population. I do think Brits have this sense of entitlement to live like influencers when they come here. It's sadly not a reality for a lot of people.
@@salahit121 English cannot be your first language! This was not a statement of being ‘ungrateful’. This was a reality check that not everyone lives like this influencer!
@@DutchessForever yes english is not my first language I can speak 3 languages, and not everyone has to live Like this influencer be happy and think a lot of people look at you like you look at this influencer and wants to be like you it is ungrateful for you to say I can't live like you I don't have this and that even after having more then enough
I lived in Dubai when I was 10-13 years old and my Dad still lives there today. I always felt so bad for the labourers and I don’t know why but I felt privileged which I am grateful for obviously but I felt unhealthily privileged if that makes sense. Great place to visit but just not my thing to live there. Canada feels just a lot more real
All correct. I have lived in Dubai since 2016. I taught English for two years, then sold property in London and bought a flat in Dubai. I love Dubai. Safe, sunny, extremely well organized, excellent food and first-rate services.
2016 - 2018 it was about £ 3000 per month, no tax. They also provide accommodation of your choice - they take you round various nice flats. Plus health insurance and free plane tickets to London and back once a year.
@@careerscoop5241 I can’t remember - but the school gives you housing allowance - it paid fully for the one-bedroom flat I chose - if you want a more expensive flat you have to pay the difference, which some of my colleagues did.
Hi there I hope you don’t mind me asking? I’ve been offered a job at $6800 but have no idea if it’s enough or not? (Although my gut would tell me it is). I’ve always liked Dubai as a city so would love to jump to this but it would be so reassuring to hear a fellow Londoner say that it’s an enjoyable experience. Thank you :)
@@misslondon5102 Well, yes. I personally would find it more than enough. Depends, of course, on what the job involves. Dubai is only expensive if you do the expensive things. You mean $6 800 a month, right?
I could watch Mike's videos all day long. The fact that you are so confident to roll out these sit down videos consistently shows that you and your audience are truly aligned. Thank you and have a great Sunday!
Went to Dubai last year with my best friend. One of the safest places I’ve been to and everyone was friendly. We actually started planning out relocating.
19:05 this reminds me of college. I personally loved it just because whenever you're ready to have fun/ have free time, you'll find someone else that is as well. Discipline is always required but it's nice to have people to share your free time with
From my multiple visits to Dubai, in my opinion, I compare Dubai with Las Vegas here in the States. If you’re moderately educated, balanced and bling bling doesn’t impress you, you can take Vegas for only three days 😅. After all the fun,, you’ve got to get out of there! 😊
I was going to make a post similar to this, but you pretty well covered it, so no need for me to. The only thing I would add is Las Vegas' weather is unbearable in the Summer (although not as bad as Dubai), AND in the Winter (which is great in Dubai). Both are artificial party towns to the uber-wealthy. In fact, Saudi's used to go to Las Vegas for fun until Dubai became the spectacle it is now, and because of the USA's much more liberal laws, some Saudi uber-rich still prefer Las Vegas.
I would say if our online income is above USD 5K a month onwards net, then Dubai is quite comfortable. I just got home from Dubai. Things can range from very affordable to very very expensive. My friends and I went to Amazonia and made some orders without first checking the price. 7 of us spent around AED 15000 for dinner. Sushi was crazy expensive there!!
I'm not there yet, but I'm getting closer. I mean those 5K a month. So I wonder, 5K is enough to rent a good apartment in Dubai and live with your family?
I met Mike in London a couple of months ago. He's one of the main reasons for inspiring me to move out to Dubai and make something of myself. I've been here just over a month and can definitely say that he's spot on about everything in this video. Hoping to bump into you again Mike!
Ah terrific! This comment is worth it because you have met Mike and actually put his information to practice and are out there. Kudos to you! Stay Blessed 🙂
I was raised in Dubai and lived there for 18 years , I spent my formative years there , my schooling and I lived in the same neighborhood in Al Karama. I can guarantee that there is a lot to explore and a lot you can do , the safety of the place is unbeatable and its truly refreshing to see so many people from all over the world living in Dubai. I grew up so I have always been accustomed to extremely humid temperatures , so I guess I'm used to the heat
So i have a friend that works as a security guard at a mall in Dubai and i can tell you that there IS a lot of crime. The reason why the "rates" are so low is because crime isn't necessarily covered in media and won't ever be just to make Dubai seem more appealing to foreigners. It's not as simple as you make it out to be.
@@yousifalazzawi7930 crime directed at tourist is pretty rare but Dubai isn't some magical place where there's no crime. why would an authoritarian nation that relies HEAVILY ON TOURISM tarnish their own reputation by publishing real crime rates? Dubai isn't like the USA where there is free press. everything in Dubai media is hand picked and carefully reviewed and censored by the government. don't be naive.
Agreed. I think Dubai is great and extremely safe. In 1972 I was a 6 years old boy living in ِAbu Dhabi with my parents. At that time Dubai was already ahead experimenting with new things. I returned to Dubai many years back and I feel that Sheikh Zayed’s long term vision is being realised as he wanted people of all over the world to live peacefully in the UAE.
@@deltaechomusicnh555 so who made other cities that we live in?GHOSTS?the gods or the Deities ? Dubai in 1964 already had clock towers and few Tall buildings in today city centers And also don’t forget Dubai itself was the center of PEARL TRADE SINCE the millennium Stop being stupid and go learn The British themselves documented the town and villages and also the Ottoman Empire did…… I don’t like Dubai itself now and it’s stupid ruler but they did well for themselves atleast
@@matthewsmith1629 well making time to throw negative comments under youtube videos says more about you tho 🤣 imagine being annoyed at what someone else does with their life. Your negative comment shows that you are disappointed where you are in life and rather complain about other people than fix your own, its not rocket science to see through negative comments 😌 you should join a gym and get a growth mindset instead of shitting on other people 👏🏼 and if people dont know that if you would eat the same and workout the same with natural athletes or gym people that you still look different thats their problem because thats how genetics work 😌
This is why you are at the pinnacle of being an 'influencer'. No BS, always giving us good and the bad, pros and cons, not pushing anything in your face, not putting a fake persona but rather staying true to himself since day one! You genuinely do your own thing with zero strings attached like so many others. Truly an example, can't wait to collab with you one day! Would be an honor! Liked, shared & commented!
I lived in Dubai 20 years ago. It was much more hedonistic and relaxed than it is today! I was part of the "Dubai Boom Set," and witnessed many "FIRSTs" that happened in the city. I visited the site of the first ever Palm Island, was involved in the opening of the exclusive Arabian Court at the Royal Mirage, the first ever Givenchy Spa in the Middle East, the first ever international monetary fund meetings, and the first ever tour of the Burj Al Arab for visitors that were NOT its guests. And of course the first ever Dubai fashion week and the launch of MAC make up at a lavish event in the desert. Everything moved very fast in Dubai back then. Prostitution was common and there were women, men, transgenders etc. Lots of gay men from countries where homosexuality was criminalised , descended upon Dubai. Nobody batted an eyelid. The local emiratis were extremely friendly. Lots of events, shows and parties. Although it was against the law to drink or eat in public during Ramadan, the authorities turned a blind eye! The point was to make sure everyone , mainly tourists and businesses, and mainly wealthy people should come to Dubai. Everything changed after their economic collapse. There's a complicated background behind this. You should all read up on it. I did enjoy my time in Dubai and can't wait to go back !
You're forgetting the taxi spies and obviously none of your friends were reported upon and arrested as a result of taxi drivers talking about your offences
I don't blame you for leaving London. I grew up there and it wasn't so bad 10+ years ago. Although crime still happened back then and I heard of attacks/robberies in my area, I lived in London for 19 years and was never attacked or robbed personally. But since 2020 I had my phone snatched out of my hand and my wallet stolen on 2 different occasions.. So recently it's got so much worse. I will be leaving myself.
I worked in London from 2010-2020, not really interested in going back there. Though many major UK towns are crapholes nowadays. In fact it's affecting many major Western countries like France or Sweden.
I'm so sorry to hear this. I too am planning to move to Dubai in 2023. I had an incident happen when I was 19 years old that still troubles me, now I am 45, I want to move where I can feel safe walking down the street. The climate, multi cultural city, beaches and sports are a bonus. I can't wait for my adventure to begin. Wishing you the best on yours too.
The problem is that simply leaving London won’t help London in the long run. It’s a change in policy that needs to take place to make London safer for the future
what a life mike has… I take my hat off to him, love his videos, I don’t know exactly how, but they just entice me in every time… I think it’s his no nonsense way of how he talks about things
Hey Mike. Very accurate depiction of Dubai. I lived there for 14 years. I could see the Burj Al Arab from my front porch. I would say the one important thing you missed mentioning is health care. The UAE doesn't nave a national health care system for expats like the UK and Canada have, so you need to buy a health care package for yourself.
@@KamranKhan-l5xI'm very sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, that happens a lot in Dubai. Just a suggestion - when you go home on leave this summer, tell your employer you have to stay in your home country for family reasons so they cancel your residence visa. But before you go home, find a place that does pay their staff and apply for a job with that company when you're at home. Use your friends in Dubai to help you find a good company. Just a suggestion.
I lived in Dubai for six years and it was the safest place I have ever lived. I moved back to the UK to complete my legal exams and training and within a few weeks witnessed an attempted murder. Everywhere has positives and negatives, but on the whole, I would much rather live in Dubai.
Brilliant info for those looking at Dubai as a place to live . The streets aren’t paved with gold but if if you are realistic and work hard it can be an amazing experience. For 20 years it was the wind beneath my wings and will always stay in my heart as the place I felt happiest and at home in . Continue to enjoy and make the most of it 😎
I would have never thought about Dubai. Now I have to rethink my choices! It might have not been a PR post but you got my want to really kicking, lovely video.
Lived in Dubai for the first 19 years of my life and this video is pretty much spot on. While there's a slightly wealthier angle to Mike's perspective than mine, I can certainly say that it's a lovely place to grow up. You won't get the life experience and toughness you might cultivate in places that are less safe or bubbled, but it's just a lovely and safe place to be.
@@mkzai it’s not though most countries are paid enough to live a certain standard and have human rights like not to many hours working In scorching heat arnt exploited the same way at all only certain places do that
As an Arab/khaleji (from kuwait) the UAE is our neighbor and every-time I came to Dubai specifically I don’t feel like I’m in the Arab-lands anymore unlike the other uae’s cities like sharja and abudahbi! Dubai became too international for me😂
i have the same thing as a Uk citizen, i go to the shops and there are very few english people shopping, outnumbered. any urban area is dominated by foreign people. so the same does apply here. you go somewhere like london and the ratio of arabs in supercars to brits is remarkable. although i generally dislike the english even though i am english, it is a little annoying that this place is also really international, so dont feel alone
If he's vlogging from Dubai then he obviously has to be very, VERY careful about what he's saying about the place. So viewers should keep that in consideration.
@@ernstmeijer4561 I think he’s just another braindead narcissist who values money and attention more than anything else hence makes nonsense videos about Dubai that give a completely false impression of what it’s actually like…
Not at all. You guys have a really warped view (which I don't blame you for because most of the Rupert Murdoch owned western media always creates fearmongering about the region and its people). Mike is fully objective about experience of the city. The only thing that would be an issue would be if he was interfering in politics, which he is not.
I went to dubai on vacation last year, best time of my life, going again this year. Yacht party cost 80$ for the night. My hotel cost 30$ a night. So much stuff to go see. SO many beautiful women everywhere. The hotel pool, the yacht, the bars. And bars are 24/7. I was drunk the entire 4 days.
I lived in Dubai for five years and it was like a dream. It is the city of dreams. I hope to return there soon. There I got to know all the nationalities of the world and they were all nice.
I really like Dubai and have spent a lot of time there. People say it’s soulless but everything works there, there’s no crime, you can get anything you want and just be happy. Meanwhile in London, three people got stabbed at 10am in the City the other day right outside my office. There’s really not much reason to be in England anymore.
No fucking crime? You mean except the fact that this city was built by slaves and is upkept by slaves, run by dictators and slaves? Dubai is the most disgusting and corrupt, unethical shithole on this planet. Europe and the USA hate the AE for what it is and they would cut ties with this country if it was for a bunch of oil.
I have Been going to Dubai since 2004. 20 years. My experience has been mostly positive. If you only believe the stupid negatives you hear from other people then you don’t know what you are missing. I ❤Dubai. My only negative is that I got a fine for speeding and it was steep. I guess the uk is worse for that. I will gladly migrate there.
I am living in Dubai for 5 years and this is the most accurate video I ever seen about it. 100% accurate all points mentioned, if I would make a video this would be it. Great content, congrats!
negatives the internet providers (whatsapp blocked, having to use vpn, etc) the weather (only in summer) lack of nature everything else is positive, Dubai is pretty great overall and has a bright future, everything he says is on point the haters, please visit at least once, see for yourself.
I'm living in Budapest right now for my studies and honestly I miss Dubai so much. Im so looking forward to going back so I truly get what you mean when you said you're happy to be back in Dubai after being away. My family lives in Dubai and when I was leaving I was really excited for the change of a new country but having Dubai as a home base is just so comforting. Everything you said in this video is definitely true as a person who lives in Dubai. Excellent genuine review.
Als Arab I can say in terms of making good money, Dubai is the right place, but at the same time it is too flashy for me. And that is why I prefer life in Germany in spite of high taxes and cold people, e.g. in terms of privacy, going in the nature and the weather. I was in Dubai 3 years ago, and I could not be outside more than one hour due of the heat, so the only thing I can do to change my mood is just go spending money.
I was there for a short period of time. It felt very artificial. There was no sense of home. The consciousness of the area was bleak...it lacked a soul. Glad it worked out for you. I've done the hanging out, flexing and greed thing, but what's the point of gaining the whole world and losing your soul? This life is very short....focus on what is eternal.
you seen the map he showed in the video 02:57 there are place u can take a shared space which costs even 500aed a month or you own studio for 2000aed a month thats in the low zones
Lived there for a year, after 7 months I knew I already wanted to go home or try somewhere else. I personally found it very sleazy with a lot of fake people, lot of activities to do yes and the beaches with the weather was nice but the country and laws are just too strict because of their religion. I left in 2020 and never looked back, glad to have tried it and was an experience but never again.
North Korea is a very safe place (for tourists) too. Everyone just left their expensive cameras on the table in the breakfast room, and even a TV team left their cameras just standing in the hotel lobby!
these vlogs are motivating for individuals who are thinking of relocating, a lot of my family and friends have moved to Canada by marriage or to better themselves, and their lives and their kids have a better standard of living there, the one thing i hate in the uk is the negativity if some one is doing well financially
As a person who lives in the UAE this is my advice if your rich or wealthy or likes to do alot of things dubai is your place but if you want a city to live in and your middle class or upper class then Abudhabi is your place since Abudhabi is still fun but its generally better for work and to live in while dubai its better to visit and its more exciting if your a person that likes to go on adventures or ownes a cooperation.
Even though I'm not that into fitness and getting jacked, I absolutely love watching Mike's vids because he comes across as a very genuine down to earth dude, a fellow hustler out to reach his dreams and goals! Cheers!
I have no intention of moving to Dubai and I’ve never been interested in visiting it. I spoke to a TH-camr the other day and his plan is to move there. I’m writing this comment to say that I truly enjoyed your review. You came across as believable and informed as well. A superb job! Best of luck to you with your future endeavors.
@@bean8748 interesting. I am not an influencer, but I regularly chat with someone who is. I’ll be hitting the gym today and I’ll probably run into him. Like I said, Dubai doesn’t really interest me, but it’s nice to know that they operate like this. Thank you for the info.
Limited water sources, Air pollution, constant heat, artificial environments. The reason why it's safe is because poor people aren't integrated, they are pushed to the outskirts and they are mainly made up of an Asian service class.
Biggest plus is a society that rewards hard work and innovation, where successful people aren't hated and treated like villains. Definitely a good place to go if you're a winner to enjoy your wealth freely.
That's a perfect wrap up, being an Expat myself living in a similar but slightly more chaotic country, these rules you described are pretty much common sense. However I've seen a few dudes (and girls too) being unable to deal or cope, returning home in frustration, mainly due to their own cemented expectations and / or attitude + their inability to change or grow.
I have being staying in Dubai for 6 years and honestly, its a nice place. There are some great opportunities in this place but it is also very expensive.
Dubai is ok for people who enjoy bars , shopping and cinema. If you want to go to a concert, opera or a theatre play , no chance… you even have to pay the entrance fee to go to a park . You pay for everything once you leave your house . It is like a giant amusement park .
Florida is only usually brutal during the months of June, July, and August. The rest of the year it's quite pleasant. I can't imaging living in the heat of Dubai.
i’m planning on moving soon because the vacation there was absolutely a blast and it’s a strict muslim country and i’m a muslim i can eat whatever drink whatever there because most of it is halal remember if you have money or starting a business and are a muslim it’s a perfect country for you
I've always enjoyed and learned plenty from your fitness videos...workouts, diet, etc....but today's video was super educational. Dubai sounds like a really great place to live, something to think about. Thank you.
Amazingly accurate, straightforward, and honest video. The only thing that I would add, is that there are sooooo many “influencers” and scammers living there in their 20’s and early 30’s that are so full of shit, and living well beyond their means. Also so many young and hot women that are making extra money whoring themselves out. That literally is their money making job, but they act like they are working a legit job ( ie. Real estate, financial, marketing, etc)
How awful! It's odd but I can't get any sense of the 'feel' of the place. It just seems materialistic. Personal safety is a plus. What's it like for older people? Can you get work there or is it really just a place for young people?
@@deborahcurtis1385 it is very safe at any age. Old people fine, unless retired and on a fixed income. Unless that fixed income is significant. I’d say someone can live there comfortably if you are bringing in at least 10k after taxes. And if you aren’t trying to impress every one else. Singapore is one of the other countries that I smile about their safety. It is so impressive. Walk around anywhere in the city, take a subway, bus, you name it. Any time, anywhere. You’ll be relieved of how safe you feel
@@1bluensx Thanks for that and great information. I assume US $10k after taxes? Specifically though, is it difficult finding work if you're over 45? Dubai just looks like it attracts the young and I wonder if older candidates are respected and can get work easily or is it just pitched for the young? Thanks in advance...
@@deborahcurtis1385 yes. 10k take home. 120k a year after taxes. And that’s minimum. As far as jobs, It depends on what you do for a living. I’m a physician, my buddy was a pilot for Emirates. We had no problems. A good professional with experience is gonna bet the job over a punk 22 y/o influencer,in most fields, but if it’s in social media of any form….that punk is going to steal and scam that job right from under you. The younger kids thrive on “followers” that’s like currency to them. If someone has 5 million followers and you have 100. Even though you are a PhD, th influencer is gonna get it.
@@deborahcurtis1385 also….don’t go there “looking for a job”. Have it solid in writing before you go, unless you can float on cash saved for about 6 months first. Remember..it’s always easier to get a job, when you have a job. You can do your best to upgrade when you get there. Honestly, for us, the $$ spending to “fit in” was just becoming too much. And a little homesick for the USA (not now with this prez). Everyone says….”ohhh I’ll come visit you, and then when it comes down to flying 17 hours, they don’t, or don’t want to pay the multiple thousand dollar plane fares
I didn't like it for long term for the seasons and climate. I lived and worked there as an air traffic controller in Dubai Air Navigation Services. I can think of many more places to call permanent home but its nice to be able to move around.
While in Dubai, in mid 2022, I was able to use my WhatsApp. The connection wasn't the best, but useable. I do have a vpn also, but I had to disconnect it while there because of connectivity back to the states.
Hi... You must appreciate yourself for doing this video. I think I have subscribed only five or six chanels for ages till date and yours is one of those channels and for a damn good reason. I just love the way you have kept it as honest as it could be. I have lived in Dubai and i must say, you will stay for at least next five years if there are no new rules framed infringing any of the rights of livelihood... If you know what I mean. Anyway, good luck on your future endeavours
Omg I literally decided I want to move Dubai this coming year from the uk for the exact same reason you’ve just mentioned Just what I needed to find out was all in your video Thanks
Definitely growing up in NY I always hated the crap weather which drove me to leave. Having spent time in California, it’s got that similar feel he described, but for me North Carolina is my home now. Beaches, a little more rain but not terrible and lots of outdoors things to do. I will say, if I was a single man I would love to see other parts of the world. There is so much amazing things out there and I urge all you young guys to get out there and backpack, experience it all!! Exploring is key to helping to change your life for the better. And then settle down if you liked with a great gal. Thurston is so popular because he embodies the male that a lot of guys strive to be. Remember fellas, 80 or more percent of guys are deemed undesirable by women on dating apps. Get in the gym and get shredded. It puts you in the upper percentile. Dress nice and don’t smell. I’m 42 now and in the best shape of my life. Don’t wait until your 30s to get shredded. Go live your life!!
Maintaining a great shape, physique, caring about your appearance and looks, skin routine etc and ofcourse having a high level of confidence without being cocky or arrogant can take you in the very very high percentage. It's in your own hands guys.
I was there for about three days. I was just passing through and decided to stay for a fews days to check it out. Definitely a sight to see, food was really good, but it was kind of boring for me. That's not a place I'm going for vacation...
@@yassi8814 I feel the same way, I just came back from Dubai for the first time a couple of days ago, already itching to go back (hopefully next January), what an amazing place !!
Dubai can be amazing, but I agree that if you are on a budget, it is not the best place. But with a budget, it is properly one of the most entertaining and interesting places in the world, in my opinion.
So how much do you pay for rent, media, food, transportation and other utilities? This is the most important info and you haven't provided it. Or did I miss it? :(
@@krik6724 Why would he not? Every financial TH-cam channel I watch enclosure these information so people can compare and have some point of view. If Mike doesn't do anything illegal he could just talk about it and then it'd really helpful. People treat money as taboo. They should not
The scale of prices for rent is big. But here are some basics: - Near beach and downtown: starting from around 25,000$ a year for a decent apartment - More remote areas start from 12,000$ a year for decent 1 bedroom. During season rents are usually going a little bit up because of the influx of tourists.
I’ve been there twice for five days each time and I just love the city but thank you for the experience of understanding what it feels like to be a resident
@@LetsDoItOldSchool The hundreds of places around the world that are actually real, have varieties of culture, history, seasons and scenery. People only go there for the money and zero tax hence most people there are incredibly one dimensional, selfish and uninteresting. I lived there briefly myself, it’s only really cooler temperatures around 4 months of the year. If you took away the cars it looks like a ghost town…
Great video Mike. I just moved to Dubai and am writing a blog post on why I moved to Dubai to change people's perspectives on it. Hope to see you around in Dubai!
FANTASTIC DETAILS, thank you much, we have been looking into buying a place for around 5 million if you can point us in the right direction im sure we can remember the advice and again great detail and well done! Thank you!
Moved to Dubai February 2020. Agree with all that Mike says. You do need money here to enjoy life and all it has to offer and it definitely spurs the entrepreneural spirit
@@resa574 That's what i get too , not saying that Mike is one of them , but i think moving to Dubai projects a lot of things about someones life that might not be necessarily true. Eg you think someone living in Dubai is minted and it doesn't need to be the case like he is describing in this video. Overall i don't like Dubai for me , it seems artificial (it is artificial) , and the people trying to make it , everybody trying to do the same thing could be quite annoying , and im talking from a very ignorant place cause i never been to Dubai , but it seems that the currency in Dubai should be youtube views.
Quality of life sure is great, if your a UAE citizen or rich, ask the servers, drivers, bag handlersf, cleaners, cooks, laborers what they think of the quality of life and how fun it is living on $20 a week.
My first time in Dubai was in 1989 and it is a world away from the Dubai of today. Haven't been back in 2012 and even then it was very different to 1989.
Regarding UK tax and residency, I think what you meant is, you don't want to be in the UK for more than 90 days otherwise you qualify for UK taxes. This is known as having 'non-domiciled' status.
@@stephenquinn4826 total. It used to be you could live in spain, fly in on Monday and leave on Friday and they would only count Tues-Thurs but they’ve been clamping down on this for years.
@@terrim8572 US is different as you are taxed based on your US citizenship and not residency in the country. Americans working in Dubai usually still have to pay US federal income tax above a certain income threshold.
45% income tax in the UK is disgusting, literally taking half your money once you start earning 150k a year. Liz Truss tried to lower it and well, look what the establishment did to her.
Lowering tax rates worsens inflation. Like adding fuel to fire. It’s sad but watch this channel called economics explained. They describe the situation in the UK very well
@@ethaningoa7461 lower taxes are not the cause of inflation tho, energy shortage is and grain shortage caused by war in Ukraine. Lowering top rate of income tax by just 5% does not add to or cause inflation
You mentioned budget. What is your budget ? What are you paying for your apartment? You mentioned profession. What is your profession? What business are you developing? Knowing that information would help a person understand what they need to take to Dubai with them to get the most from it. And let’s not forget that being model-level gorgeous probably helps a lot too. Most people don’t have that option.
This was one of the most engaging videos on this topic (relocating to a new country) I've ever seen. Not a dull moment, well-paced, informative, and amazingly edited!
Thank you Mika for sharing your experience with us, I have been there myself as a tourist for about 5 times, now I am planning to relocate and come there for the rest of my life, wish me luck
Only rich people and those high earning people are enjoying and living Dubai. But for those people who works in labor industry having bad employers with poor salary they don't enjoy. This is the honest review.
He kinda skirted around this
You can say that about any city
That’s valid for any country in the world
Lies again? Doctor Ugly Bachelor Of Arts
The wealth distribution in Dubai is much worse than other countries
Remember kids, being an influencer who lives in Dubai you have to sign a contract. That explains why him, Iman and others like him never have any negatives.
These are Dubai newbies :) I lived there WAY too long and have seen many seasonal influencers come and go, so by no means I am taking any of their sides BUT the fact is, there is very little negetive to say about Dubai. And I say this being unbiased. I disliked many things too but when you compare those "problems" to any other country or city in the world, they are almost neglegible.
@@MustafaSheikh I’ve lived there. Dubai is very overrated. A lot is hidden I’d rather live in my small Virginia town that ever live there.
yeah you can't have a bad review about dubai unless your already out and safe
Yeah obviously he’s bought like all of them and ofc 100% Dubai shill. Dubai is ok for a couple of days but living there is straight up insane unless you run a business or you are a Dubai shill like Mike. Everything is totally superficial, no real character, no history, no values no nothing, only infinite heat. Only super flashy and pretty much every woman over there is a prostitute 😭
It's crazy how delusional the people in the comments are aswell. Everyone's acting like the city isnt build on slaves and corruption. Really tells a lot about the moral compass of todays society
I lived in Dubai for 5 years due to an internship, and I worked there for 4 years afterward. I would like to share my opinion about Dubai, but if it differs from your experience, that's perfectly fine. This is just how I felt.
* Lightness of life: In Europe, I loved going out after work and enjoying the simplicity of stress-free concerts or grabbing a beer with a friend. I missed that a lot in Dubai. Nothing felt easy; everything always seemed like a business or an event, and there was an expectation attached to it.
* It sometimes feels like Disneyland; everything is artificial. There is no stone left unturned just for the sake of being there; everything is meticulously staged. It lacks authenticity.
* The weather is horrible; the unbearable heat in the summer makes it impossible to go outside. Imagine spending 4 to 5 straight months indoors. I have lived in Miami and the south of Spain, but Dubai's weather is the worst.
* Traffic! No words are needed to describe it.
Those were the negative aspects, but I have to admit that my overall experience was not that great. The restaurants are nice, the people are friendly, and there are plenty of opportunities, but for me, it wasn't worth it. I now live in the south of France, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. But again, this is just my opinion. :) You should do what makes you happy!
Thank you I think i can feel your decision.
Great comment. South of France sounds amazing!
Exactly my thoughts after visiting Dubai! Thanks for sharing
Same here, i prefer to live in Canada than dubai!! I love living in Canada and also not mind visiting dubai again tho.
'The weather is horrible' Its why the rich arabs all go to London, Paris or Monaco during the summer!
It’s literally illegal to be an influencer and talk bad about Dubai while in Dubai so of course you love it
From the video I watched before this one it's a dump! All appearance without substance. Thailand man, even Bangkok is a dream by comparison. Low taxes as well with everything everything way cheaper and would work out much cheaper even including the taxes man. And no car necessary. :-)
Everyone, including the "models" working as hookers love the place but it is a façade and one wrong move and you are in a world of shit.
Take the oil away and let these people get back to running around the desert.
this place is for people with money, plain and simple. If you have a good salary or have lots of money, this place is damn near paradise. But only for the capitalist at heart. If you're worried about human rights and inequalities etc, you won't like it. But then again Dubai isn't targeting you, they want people with money.
hahaha in your face, Mike Thurston
He can not talk about it at all tho, but all he says is true i came to Dubai from Germany as tourist and i ended up living here, its cool that you dont like it because the country is saturated, you will only make the rent higher to us
I lived in the UAE for 4 years. When things are good, life is good. But there is a very very dark side to that place, and when things go wrong (and they can), things can go really bad.
Also, "bad mouthing" the UAE (or even suggesting the weather isn't nice and scaring away tourists) can get you jailed.
Thank you now we see a black woman "influencer" jailed for yelling...yelling-(she claims the man wouldn't hand over her id) was the man who also yelled arrested? ...scary place.
When i look at Dubai , things look temporal to me , the city architecture has been built without even considering raising sea levels (the palm tree islands for example) or that the iconic buildings don't have sewage systems. That to me are temporal decisions. I guess we will need to wait and see , that's why i was impressed he gave away his uk residency for Dubai.
@@YogaBlissDanceWell she deserves to go to jail. She rented a car and there was a dent on the car when she returned it. And then she had the nerve to scream at him. When you are in other people's country, learn to be polite.
@@secrets.295 she doesn't have to be in other people's country to be polite , she should be doing that everywhere. basic manners
That's why we can't trust all what he's saying. I've lived in Dubai till 2020. It's a safe place for women and I like that about it. But the bad stuff there gets covered up all the time
Me, living in the middle of the nature, countryside with some little facilities around it makes me more happy than anything else
I am so glad to know that.
Today I went for a long quiet walk all by myself, and unexpectedly found myself on the outskirts of beautiful Cambridge surrounded by wheat fields, there were cows grazing on a field in the distance, all I could hear was the sound of various birds competing for the airwaves.
It started to rain a little, I stood under a tree, and I knew that in my heart, I couldn`t be happier anywhere else than I was at that moment.
@@Parseenfroo I am so glad to know that too.
It's fascinating seeing the high-end side of Dubai from your experience. Mine is somewhat different - I'm in Dubai for two years to save enough money for a deposit on a house in the UK. I'm disabled and cannot work, wife to a teacher, so we're here on one okay salary. We don't eat out, we don't shop, I spend most of my time in the gym that thankfully comes with our accom. We saved our asses off to be able to see some other countries while we're here and that's our main pleasure while we're here. I'd love to own a Chanel handbag, but life hasn't worked out that way for me - we can't have it all. I do wish people understood that not everyone lives like an influencer here - outside of Marina, there are people struggling to live here. It's not all parties and champagne for a huge number of the population. I do think Brits have this sense of entitlement to live like influencers when they come here. It's sadly not a reality for a lot of people.
agree,he doesn't saw the dark side of Dubai
You have what most of people don't but you choose to be ungrateful
I agree. There is poverty in Dubai. However, I have to say that the quality of life is far better than anything I have ever experienced in the UK.
@@salahit121 English cannot be your first language! This was not a statement of being ‘ungrateful’. This was a reality check that not everyone lives like this influencer!
@@DutchessForever yes english is not my first language I can speak 3 languages, and not everyone has to live Like this influencer be happy and think a lot of people look at you like you look at this influencer and wants to be like you it is ungrateful for you to say I can't live like you I don't have this and that even after having more then enough
Been living in Dubai since 2008. Leaving the UK was the best decision I ever made.
Jelly. Had enough of this hole
You still didn’t regret?.. I don’t know how you prefer Dubai over the U.K. honestly.
@@adamr9570 that place is godless
@@yassir6359the UK is godless? Sounds great
@@galesal1109 yes its godless meaning high crime and high death rates. I live in London and literally witness a stabbing a week.
I lived in Dubai when I was 10-13 years old and my Dad still lives there today. I always felt so bad for the labourers and I don’t know why but I felt privileged which I am grateful for obviously but I felt unhealthily privileged if that makes sense. Great place to visit but just not my thing to live there. Canada feels just a lot more real
Unless you are a trucker.
@@user-pf5xq3lq8i what?
All correct. I have lived in Dubai since 2016. I taught English for two years, then sold property in London and bought a flat in Dubai. I love Dubai. Safe, sunny, extremely well organized, excellent food and first-rate services.
2016 - 2018 it was about £ 3000 per month, no tax. They also provide accommodation of your choice - they take you round various nice flats. Plus health insurance and free plane tickets to London and back once a year.
@@careerscoop5241 I can’t remember - but the school gives you housing allowance - it paid fully for the one-bedroom flat I chose - if you want a more expensive flat you have to pay the difference, which some of my colleagues did.
Hi there I hope you don’t mind me asking? I’ve been offered a job at $6800 but have no idea if it’s enough or not? (Although my gut would tell me it is). I’ve always liked Dubai as a city so would love to jump to this but it would be so reassuring to hear a fellow Londoner say that it’s an enjoyable experience. Thank you :)
@@careerscoop5241 Still in Dubai. As an investor now.
@@misslondon5102 Well, yes. I personally would find it more than enough. Depends, of course, on what the job involves. Dubai is only expensive if you do the expensive things. You mean $6 800 a month, right?
I could watch Mike's videos all day long. The fact that you are so confident to roll out these sit down videos consistently shows that you and your audience are truly aligned. Thank you and have a great Sunday!
He also lies to his viewers claiming natural but other than that he has good content indeed
He talks absolute nonsense and would never speak any Dubai truths because like all the other narcissistic influencers, money is all that matters…
Went to Dubai last year with my best friend. One of the safest places I’ve been to and everyone was friendly. We actually started planning out relocating.
Yes, SAFE is exactly the first thing that comes to mind when I think of the Middle East. Lmao!
Ok
19:05 this reminds me of college. I personally loved it just because whenever you're ready to have fun/ have free time, you'll find someone else that is as well.
Discipline is always required but it's nice to have people to share your free time with
From my multiple visits to Dubai, in my opinion, I compare Dubai with Las Vegas here in the States. If you’re moderately educated, balanced and bling bling doesn’t impress you, you can take Vegas for only three days 😅. After all the fun,, you’ve got to get out of there! 😊
plastic people in a plastic world
It seems way over the top to me.
based
I was going to make a post similar to this, but you pretty well covered it, so no need for me to. The only thing I would add is Las Vegas' weather is unbearable in the Summer (although not as bad as Dubai), AND in the Winter (which is great in Dubai). Both are artificial party towns to the uber-wealthy. In fact, Saudi's used to go to Las Vegas for fun until Dubai became the spectacle it is now, and because of the USA's much more liberal laws, some Saudi uber-rich still prefer Las Vegas.
Love how he started to talk about the traffic but didn’t actually talk about how bad it is lol 😂
I would say if our online income is above USD 5K a month onwards net, then Dubai is quite comfortable. I just got home from Dubai. Things can range from very affordable to very very expensive. My friends and I went to Amazonia and made some orders without first checking the price. 7 of us spent around AED 15000 for dinner. Sushi was crazy expensive there!!
I'm not there yet, but I'm getting closer. I mean those 5K a month. So I wonder, 5K is enough to rent a good apartment in Dubai and live with your family?
@@Simon-ik1kb not even close
15000 for dinner? nawhhh bro not even for quality sushi
*Amazonico... and yes that place sucks.
@@AndrewFrankeShadow yasss
I met Mike in London a couple of months ago. He's one of the main reasons for inspiring me to move out to Dubai and make something of myself. I've been here just over a month and can definitely say that he's spot on about everything in this video. Hoping to bump into you again Mike!
Ah terrific! This comment is worth it because you have met Mike and actually put his information to practice and are out there. Kudos to you! Stay Blessed 🙂
@@RockstahRolln Thank you!
Hopefully you are aware of the true and dark truth of Dubai
@@saintshrooms9424 says the person who never went there
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I was raised in Dubai and lived there for 18 years , I spent my formative years there , my schooling and I lived in the same neighborhood in Al Karama. I can guarantee that there is a lot to explore and a lot you can do , the safety of the place is unbeatable and its truly refreshing to see so many people from all over the world living in Dubai. I grew up so I have always been accustomed to extremely humid temperatures , so I guess I'm used to the heat
I am not so keen on religions like islam, gives me pimples.
@@godsowncountry3605 I think your pimples are just your bad genes. 🤣🤣🤣
So i have a friend that works as a security guard at a mall in Dubai and i can tell you that there IS a lot of crime. The reason why the "rates" are so low is because crime isn't necessarily covered in media and won't ever be just to make Dubai seem more appealing to foreigners. It's not as simple as you make it out to be.
Sounds like Mérida in Mexico
Depends which region
Why are you lying
@@yousifalazzawi7930 crime directed at tourist is pretty rare but Dubai isn't some magical place where there's no crime. why would an authoritarian nation that relies HEAVILY ON TOURISM tarnish their own reputation by publishing real crime rates? Dubai isn't like the USA where there is free press. everything in Dubai media is hand picked and carefully reviewed and censored by the government. don't be naive.
@@HehehexDD The crime is only committed by the immigrants.
Agreed. I think Dubai is great and extremely safe. In 1972 I was a 6 years old boy living in ِAbu Dhabi with my parents. At that time Dubai was already ahead experimenting with new things. I returned to Dubai many years back and I feel that Sheikh Zayed’s long term vision is being realised as he wanted people of all over the world to live peacefully in the UAE.
Dubai is a man made city and wasn't even a thing in then 70s. What you on about?
@@deltaechomusicnh555 so who made other cities that we live in?GHOSTS?the gods or the Deities ?
Dubai in 1964 already had clock towers and few Tall buildings in today city centers
And also don’t forget Dubai itself was the center of PEARL TRADE SINCE the millennium
Stop being stupid and go learn
The British themselves documented the town and villages and also the Ottoman Empire did……
I don’t like Dubai itself now and it’s stupid ruler but they did well for themselves atleast
@@deltaechomusicnh555 Emirate of Dubai has always existed.
@@deltaechomusicnh555 USA wasn't even a thing till they stole the land from the native americans
nasatalk?
WEll mate, you could move to Monaco, Luxembourg, Liechetenstein, Gibraltar.......
Mike really make me feel like I’m there with him and inspires me to work harder
@@matthewsmith1629 tell me you’re overweight and insecure without telling me you’re overweight and insecure 🤣🤣
@@matthewsmith1629 well making time to throw negative comments under youtube videos says more about you tho 🤣 imagine being annoyed at what someone else does with their life. Your negative comment shows that you are disappointed where you are in life and rather complain about other people than fix your own, its not rocket science to see through negative comments 😌 you should join a gym and get a growth mindset instead of shitting on other people 👏🏼 and if people dont know that if you would eat the same and workout the same with natural athletes or gym people that you still look different thats their problem because thats how genetics work 😌
@@rachelfitnesss women ☕☕☕☕
@@roymustang.595 boys ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ 🤣🤣
@@rachelfitnesss Karen come back when you are sure about your gender 💀💀
This is why you are at the pinnacle of being an 'influencer'. No BS, always giving us good and the bad, pros and cons, not pushing anything in your face, not putting a fake persona but rather staying true to himself since day one! You genuinely do your own thing with zero strings attached like so many others. Truly an example, can't wait to collab with you one day! Would be an honor! Liked, shared & commented!
Maybe when you do a collab you could see whether you can get your tongue any further up his ass
Lol it doesn't rain alot in London. Mike just bullshitting
and he is also a fake natty
And lying about being natty and getting overly defensive when called out
Fake natty, what an inspiration lol
I lived in the Dubai Marina (JBR) area when I first got to the UAE. It was a fun experience but ended up in Abu Dhabi which I loved.
I lived in Dubai 20 years ago. It was much more hedonistic and relaxed than it is today! I was part of the "Dubai Boom Set," and witnessed many "FIRSTs" that happened in the city. I visited the site of the first ever Palm Island, was involved in the opening of the exclusive Arabian Court at the Royal Mirage, the first ever Givenchy Spa in the Middle East, the first ever international monetary fund meetings, and the first ever tour of the Burj Al Arab for visitors that were NOT its guests. And of course the first ever Dubai fashion week and the launch of MAC make up at a lavish event in the desert. Everything moved very fast in Dubai back then. Prostitution was common and there were women, men, transgenders etc. Lots of gay men from countries where homosexuality was criminalised , descended upon Dubai. Nobody batted an eyelid. The local emiratis were extremely friendly. Lots of events, shows and parties. Although it was against the law to drink or eat in public during Ramadan, the authorities turned a blind eye! The point was to make sure everyone , mainly tourists and businesses, and mainly wealthy people should come to Dubai. Everything changed after their economic collapse. There's a complicated background behind this. You should all read up on it. I did enjoy my time in Dubai and can't wait to go back !
Thanks for sharing
You're forgetting the taxi spies and obviously none of your friends were reported upon and arrested as a result of taxi drivers talking about your offences
14:50 and how to get a partner, help me?
Arabian Court at the Royal Mirage! I also remember this opening. Always stayed there when I visited!! Loved that place.
My friends parents moved out there in the early 1990’s. Must have been amazing then.
I don't blame you for leaving London. I grew up there and it wasn't so bad 10+ years ago.
Although crime still happened back then and I heard of attacks/robberies in my area, I lived in London for 19 years and was never attacked or robbed personally.
But since 2020 I had my phone snatched out of my hand and my wallet stolen on 2 different occasions.. So recently it's got so much worse. I will be leaving myself.
I worked in London from 2010-2020, not really interested in going back there. Though many major UK towns are crapholes nowadays.
In fact it's affecting many major Western countries like France or Sweden.
I once walked passed a full on robbery taking place. Men with mask and machetes trying to steal a motorbike in Broad laylight with people watching!
I'm so sorry to hear this. I too am planning to move to Dubai in 2023. I had an incident happen when I was 19 years old that still troubles me, now I am 45, I want to move where I can feel safe walking down the street. The climate, multi cultural city, beaches and sports are a bonus. I can't wait for my adventure to begin. Wishing you the best on yours too.
I thought the Christian countries were safer than what you westerners call muzlim countries
The problem is that simply leaving London won’t help London in the long run. It’s a change in policy that needs to take place to make London safer for the future
Welcome to Dubai, where the desert heat hits you like a sauna's warm hug, but with a side of +45°C sizzle! ❤🔥🔥🔥
I have lived in Dubai for a few years, and I must say, this is the best review of the place I have seen!
And one of the best reviewer 😉
what a life mike has… I take my hat off to him, love his videos, I don’t know exactly how, but they just entice me in every time… I think it’s his no nonsense way of how he talks about things
Hey Mike. Very accurate depiction of Dubai. I lived there for 14 years. I could see the Burj Al Arab from my front porch.
I would say the one important thing you missed mentioning is health care. The UAE doesn't nave a national health care system for expats like the UK and Canada have, so you need to buy a health care package for yourself.
That’s what we do in USA. But I’m US we pay taxes and still need to pay for health care 🤣🤣🤣
Good point. Thanx for mentioning!
I lived here for half year they don't even pay salary I work 12, hour don't know what to do
@@KamranKhan-l5xI'm very sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, that happens a lot in Dubai. Just a suggestion - when you go home on leave this summer, tell your employer you have to stay in your home country for family reasons so they cancel your residence visa. But before you go home, find a place that does pay their staff and apply for a job with that company when you're at home. Use your friends in Dubai to help you find a good company. Just a suggestion.
I lived in Dubai for six years and it was the safest place I have ever lived. I moved back to the UK to complete my legal exams and training and within a few weeks witnessed an attempted murder. Everywhere has positives and negatives, but on the whole, I would much rather live in Dubai.
But he said it gets hot and there is too much to do there.
@@kevinbergin9971lol right
The Middle East and safety are not words that go together.
Brilliant info for those looking at Dubai as a place to live . The streets aren’t paved with gold but if if you are realistic and work hard it can be an amazing experience. For 20 years it was the wind beneath my wings and will always stay in my heart as the place I felt happiest and at home in . Continue to enjoy and make the most of it 😎
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As an american do I need to make a lot of money to move to dubai or can I get a job in dubai and get by with the minimum
I would have never thought about Dubai. Now I have to rethink my choices! It might have not been a PR post but you got my want to really kicking, lovely video.
Lived in Dubai for the first 19 years of my life and this video is pretty much spot on. While there's a slightly wealthier angle to Mike's perspective than mine, I can certainly say that it's a lovely place to grow up. You won't get the life experience and toughness you might cultivate in places that are less safe or bubbled, but it's just a lovely and safe place to be.
Yeah. Unless you are one of the slaves that's building and maintaining that hell hole.
@@finansvalpen248 Its like that everywhere in the world.
@@mkzai it’s not though most countries are paid enough to live a certain standard and have human rights like not to many hours working In scorching heat arnt exploited the same way at all only certain places do that
As an Arab/khaleji (from kuwait) the UAE is our neighbor and every-time I came to Dubai specifically I don’t feel like I’m in the Arab-lands anymore unlike the other uae’s cities like sharja and abudahbi! Dubai became too international for me😂
i have the same thing as a Uk citizen, i go to the shops and there are very few english people shopping, outnumbered. any urban area is dominated by foreign people. so the same does apply here. you go somewhere like london and the ratio of arabs in supercars to brits is remarkable. although i generally dislike the english even though i am english, it is a little annoying that this place is also really international, so dont feel alone
Globalist NWO 😶
YOU RIGHT THEY ARE WRONG ALLOWING NAKE WOMEN AND ALCOHOL
And why is that a bad thing? Oppression is a terrible part of certain sects in religions.
@@eternalmastery tell people there are standards they should live by is not oppressive
Amazing summary Mike.... you took a lot of effort to put this together.... thank you for sharing with us. 😎
He said it gets hot and he said there is too much to do there. Sounds so balanced to me.
The reason it's so safe in Dubai is because there are actual repercussions for committing a crime.
and I bet police carry guns, not just a fkcn bat
Repercussions for committing a crime? I guess that excludes slavery because thats a very popular crime commited by its corrupt and criminal leaders
well, it works then
UK has a severe shortage of police which is why the crime has become so prevalent.
yep. the west gives teenagers who go around robbing shit high fives because of their dumbass policies.
If he's vlogging from Dubai then he obviously has to be very, VERY careful about what he's saying about the place. So viewers should keep that in consideration.
Of course, his video (and many others like it) are fake as hell 😅
I think he is paid by the Dubai ruler to give a good idea
@@ernstmeijer4561 I think he’s just another braindead narcissist who values money and attention more than anything else hence makes nonsense videos about Dubai that give a completely false impression of what it’s actually like…
Not at all. You guys have a really warped view (which I don't blame you for because most of the Rupert Murdoch owned western media always creates fearmongering about the region and its people). Mike is fully objective about experience of the city. The only thing that would be an issue would be if he was interfering in politics, which he is not.
I went to dubai on vacation last year, best time of my life, going again this year. Yacht party cost 80$ for the night. My hotel cost 30$ a night. So much stuff to go see. SO many beautiful women everywhere. The hotel pool, the yacht, the bars. And bars are 24/7. I was drunk the entire 4 days.
I lived in Dubai for five years and it was like a dream. It is the city of dreams. I hope to return there soon. There I got to know all the nationalities of the world and they were all nice.
Literally never a bad Mike Thurston video. Great variety of content and everything is always of value and informative, whilst also being entertaining!
I figure I can handle the summer heat or that there is too much to do there, but not both. No sir, not both.
I really like Dubai and have spent a lot of time there. People say it’s soulless but everything works there, there’s no crime, you can get anything you want and just be happy. Meanwhile in London, three people got stabbed at 10am in the City the other day right outside my office. There’s really not much reason to be in England anymore.
dubai is cheaper than london?
yeah no crime, also no democracy, blatant human rights issues, no free speech. Great place to live!
@@stamtheshowman1445 From a tax perspective, yes it is.
No fucking crime? You mean except the fact that this city was built by slaves and is upkept by slaves, run by dictators and slaves? Dubai is the most disgusting and corrupt, unethical shithole on this planet. Europe and the USA hate the AE for what it is and they would cut ties with this country if it was for a bunch of oil.
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I have Been going to Dubai since 2004. 20 years. My experience has been mostly positive. If you only believe the stupid negatives you hear from other people then you don’t know what you are missing. I ❤Dubai. My only negative is that I got a fine for speeding and it was steep. I guess the uk is worse for that. I will gladly migrate there.
No drugs, safe, low tax, motivated people. Sounds good to me. London has all the history and culture but it's just impossible to make big progress.
no drugs lmao
I am living in Dubai for 5 years and this is the most accurate video I ever seen about it. 100% accurate all points mentioned, if I would make a video this would be it. Great content, congrats!
negatives
the internet providers (whatsapp blocked, having to use vpn, etc)
the weather (only in summer)
lack of nature
everything else is positive, Dubai is pretty great overall and has a bright future, everything he says is on point
the haters, please visit at least once, see for yourself.
I'm living in Budapest right now for my studies and honestly I miss Dubai so much. Im so looking forward to going back so I truly get what you mean when you said you're happy to be back in Dubai after being away. My family lives in Dubai and when I was leaving I was really excited for the change of a new country but having Dubai as a home base is just so comforting. Everything you said in this video is definitely true as a person who lives in Dubai. Excellent genuine review.
Wow you're lucky, Budapest is a beautiful city, one of my favourites
I agree. Such a shame the racism is so bad in Budapest. I visited Dubai last year and it was great. Can't wait to visit again
Budapest is my favorite city in Europe. I love Dubai, but I love Budapest even more.
I studied in Budapest until 2012, living back in UK but want to move to Dxb too
I am living in Budapest also since 10 years.I am looking for move on which might to be Dubai
Als Arab I can say in terms of making good money, Dubai is the right place, but at the same time it is too flashy for me. And that is why I prefer life in Germany in spite of high taxes and cold people, e.g. in terms of privacy, going in the nature and the weather. I was in Dubai 3 years ago, and I could not be outside more than one hour due of the heat, so the only thing I can do to change my mood is just go spending money.
Germany over Dubai??? hahahahah
@@soprano7088 Most definitely.... Dubai... the fakest most pretentious place on the planet. It's a desert for fuck sake.
I think Dubai might be good for older rich people. If you are younger, a City like Berlin or London offers way more - but to each their own.
I was there for a short period of time. It felt very artificial. There was no sense of home. The consciousness of the area was bleak...it lacked a soul. Glad it worked out for you. I've done the hanging out, flexing and greed thing, but what's the point of gaining the whole world and losing your soul? This life is very short....focus on what is eternal.
Now this is some very useful content about what the outside world is that Brits have largely ignored. Good content, Mike.
If you're rich and/or beautiful it seems like a great place. For a regular guy just forget about it.
nonsense - been in the Middle East 10 years and an average guy who works in an office. its very easy to live here.
you seen the map he showed in the video 02:57 there are place u can take a shared space which costs even 500aed a month or you own studio for 2000aed a month thats in the low zones
Thank you so much for this video. I'm moving to Dubai soon and this helped a lot ! I appreciate your effort 💕
they make you sine a contract you cant be nagative about dubia. so how real is this??
Lived there for a year, after 7 months I knew I already wanted to go home or try somewhere else. I personally found it very sleazy with a lot of fake people, lot of activities to do yes and the beaches with the weather was nice but the country and laws are just too strict because of their religion. I left in 2020 and never looked back, glad to have tried it and was an experience but never again.
What law was the deal breaker for you, if you don't mind
Where did you move to and are you happy there now?
Clicked on this video straight away, I've been considering moving there myself. Been sitting here jealous of Big Mike's Dubai adventures for years!
Just do it ! 💯 greetings from Nike
Why are you jealous of him? He created the life that he wanted. Don't be jealous, be inspired.
North Korea is a very safe place (for tourists) too. Everyone just left their expensive cameras on the table in the breakfast room, and even a TV team left their cameras just standing in the hotel lobby!
these vlogs are motivating for individuals who are thinking of relocating, a lot of my family and friends have moved to Canada by marriage or to better themselves, and their lives and their kids have a better standard of living there, the one thing i hate in the uk is the negativity if some one is doing well financially
As a person who lives in the UAE this is my advice if your rich or wealthy or likes to do alot of things dubai is your place but if you want a city to live in and your middle class or upper class then Abudhabi is your place since Abudhabi is still fun but its generally better for work and to live in while dubai its better to visit and its more exciting if your a person that likes to go on adventures or ownes a cooperation.
agree, and you can walk in abudhabi city, and it’s bike and pedestrian friendly
I agree
Thank you.
Can you live in Abu Dhabi without knowing Arabic or knowing little? Is there dating scene? Alcohol?
Even though I'm not that into fitness and getting jacked, I absolutely love watching Mike's vids because he comes across as a very genuine down to earth dude, a fellow hustler out to reach his dreams and goals! Cheers!
lol same here
Best decision I ever made moving to Dubai full time. A lot of thanks to you bro 🙏🏽😀
I have no intention of moving to Dubai and I’ve never been interested in visiting it. I spoke to a TH-camr the other day and his plan is to move there. I’m writing this comment to say that I truly enjoyed your review. You came across as believable and informed as well. A superb job! Best of luck to you with your future endeavors.
Sorry robert but in dubai if your an influencer the government forces you to sign a contract so you cant say anything negative.
@@bean8748 interesting. I am not an influencer, but I regularly chat with someone who is. I’ll be hitting the gym today and I’ll probably run into him. Like I said, Dubai doesn’t really interest me, but it’s nice to know that they operate like this. Thank you for the info.
@@bean8748proof? Just copy/paste bots from people who can only dream to make enough to visit for once the place you criticize
I wish I had done this in my late 20s...you're inspiring a lot of people Mike - an honest and insightful video...
"it depends on how lavish you want to live"! Says everything. If you want to judge, and be judged, by material things, move here.
Limited water sources, Air pollution, constant heat, artificial environments. The reason why it's safe is because poor people aren't integrated, they are pushed to the outskirts and they are mainly made up of an Asian service class.
Biggest plus is a society that rewards hard work and innovation, where successful people aren't hated and treated like villains. Definitely a good place to go if you're a winner to enjoy your wealth freely.
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Looks new and shiny but Can't visit a place where it's illegal to video call or hold hands, hug or kiss in public.
We don't want to see you do that in any country.
That's a perfect wrap up, being an Expat myself living in a similar but slightly more chaotic country, these rules you described are pretty much common sense. However I've seen a few dudes (and girls too) being unable to deal or cope, returning home in frustration, mainly due to their own cemented expectations and / or attitude + their inability to change or grow.
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I have being staying in Dubai for 6 years and honestly, its a nice place. There are some great opportunities in this place but it is also very expensive.
Dubai is ok for people who enjoy bars , shopping and cinema. If you want to go to a concert, opera or a theatre play , no chance… you even have to pay the entrance fee to go to a park . You pay for everything once you leave your house . It is like a giant amusement park .
You should say the rich person's Dubai and be transparent about any incentives you got as an influencer
Florida is only usually brutal during the months of June, July, and August. The rest of the year it's quite pleasant. I can't imaging living in the heat of Dubai.
i’m planning on moving soon because the vacation there was absolutely a blast and it’s a strict muslim country and i’m a muslim i can eat whatever drink whatever there because most of it is halal remember if you have money or starting a business and are a muslim it’s a perfect country for you
I've always enjoyed and learned plenty from your fitness videos...workouts, diet, etc....but today's video was super educational. Dubai sounds like a really great place to live, something to think about. Thank you.
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Amazingly accurate, straightforward, and honest video. The only thing that I would add, is that there are sooooo many “influencers” and scammers living there in their 20’s and early 30’s that are so full of shit, and living well beyond their means. Also so many young and hot women that are making extra money whoring themselves out. That literally is their money making job, but they act like they are working a legit job ( ie. Real estate, financial, marketing, etc)
How awful! It's odd but I can't get any sense of the 'feel' of the place. It just seems materialistic. Personal safety is a plus. What's it like for older people? Can you get work there or is it really just a place for young people?
@@deborahcurtis1385 it is very safe at any age. Old people fine, unless retired and on a fixed income. Unless that fixed income is significant. I’d say someone can live there comfortably if you are bringing in at least 10k after taxes. And if you aren’t trying to impress every one else. Singapore is one of the other countries that I smile about their safety. It is so impressive. Walk around anywhere in the city, take a subway, bus, you name it. Any time, anywhere. You’ll be relieved of how safe you feel
@@1bluensx Thanks for that and great information. I assume US $10k after taxes?
Specifically though, is it difficult finding work if you're over 45? Dubai just looks like it attracts the young and I wonder if older candidates are respected and can get work easily or is it just pitched for the young?
Thanks in advance...
@@deborahcurtis1385 yes. 10k take home. 120k a year after taxes. And that’s minimum. As far as jobs, It depends on what you do for a living. I’m a physician, my buddy was a pilot for Emirates. We had no problems. A good professional with experience is gonna bet the job over a punk 22 y/o influencer,in most fields, but if it’s in social media of any form….that punk is going to steal and scam that job right from under you. The younger kids thrive on “followers” that’s like currency to them. If someone has 5 million followers and you have 100. Even though you are a PhD, th influencer is gonna get it.
@@deborahcurtis1385 also….don’t go there “looking for a job”. Have it solid in writing before you go, unless you can float on cash saved for about 6 months first. Remember..it’s always easier to get a job, when you have a job. You can do your best to upgrade when you get there. Honestly, for us, the $$ spending to “fit in” was just becoming too much. And a little homesick for the USA (not now with this prez). Everyone says….”ohhh I’ll come visit you, and then when it comes down to flying 17 hours, they don’t, or don’t want to pay the multiple thousand dollar plane fares
THANKS FOR SHARING THIS GREAT VIDEO. I WAS LOOKING INTO DUBAI AT ONE POINT IN MYLIFE.
I didn't like it for long term for the seasons and climate. I lived and worked there as an air traffic controller in Dubai Air Navigation Services. I can think of many more places to call permanent home but its nice to be able to move around.
Have a friend working in Dubai as an Air traffic controller as well😂
While in Dubai, in mid 2022, I was able to use my WhatsApp. The connection wasn't the best, but useable. I do have a vpn also, but I had to disconnect it while there because of connectivity back to the states.
Hi... You must appreciate yourself for doing this video. I think I have subscribed only five or six chanels for ages till date and yours is one of those channels and for a damn good reason. I just love the way you have kept it as honest as it could be. I have lived in Dubai and i must say, you will stay for at least next five years if there are no new rules framed infringing any of the rights of livelihood... If you know what I mean. Anyway, good luck on your future endeavours
Omg I literally decided I want to move Dubai this coming year from the uk for the exact same reason you’ve just mentioned
Just what I needed to find out was all in your video
Thanks
Welcome to dubai ❤
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Definitely growing up in NY I always hated the crap weather which drove me to leave. Having spent time in California, it’s got that similar feel he described, but for me North Carolina is my home now. Beaches, a little more rain but not terrible and lots of outdoors things to do. I will say, if I was a single man I would love to see other parts of the world. There is so much amazing things out there and I urge all you young guys to get out there and backpack, experience it all!! Exploring is key to helping to change your life for the better. And then settle down if you liked with a great gal. Thurston is so popular because he embodies the male that a lot of guys strive to be. Remember fellas, 80 or more percent of guys are deemed undesirable by women on dating apps. Get in the gym and get shredded. It puts you in the upper percentile. Dress nice and don’t smell. I’m 42 now and in the best shape of my life. Don’t wait until your 30s to get shredded. Go live your life!!
Been in northcarolina 15 years its home now 💚 originally from Lebanon 🇱🇧
@@rashaalzoor8573 nice! Yeah it’s got most of what I need! And then you have the west part of the state if you want good mountains and waterfalls.
@@gary_michael_flanagan_wildlife I have family that lives in Charlotte, and Raleigh. What part of North Carolina are you in?
@@RonaldKragnes I’m in the Jacksonville area near the coast
Maintaining a great shape, physique, caring about your appearance and looks, skin routine etc and ofcourse having a high level of confidence without being cocky or arrogant can take you in the very very high percentage. It's in your own hands guys.
I was there for about three days. I was just passing through and decided to stay for a fews days to check it out. Definitely a sight to see, food was really good, but it was kind of boring for me. That's not a place I'm going for vacation...
Dubai is one of the few 1st world spots where infrastructure is improving
I’m so excited! I’ll be flying out to Dubai towards the end of December! 💯✅🛩️ 🇦🇪
thoughts and prayers
What is your feedback so far
@@ahmedmaher4572 I came back from Dubai and one trip wasn’t enough 😂 im dying to go back and hopefully I’ll go back in November 🥂🤩
@@yassi8814 am glad to read such a comment that motivates me to go and explore ,i think i will also be there at that time
@@yassi8814 I feel the same way, I just came back from Dubai for the first time a couple of days ago, already itching to go back (hopefully next January), what an amazing place !!
Dubai can be amazing, but I agree that if you are on a budget, it is not the best place. But with a budget, it is properly one of the most entertaining and interesting places in the world, in my opinion.
So how much do you pay for rent, media, food, transportation and other utilities? This is the most important info and you haven't provided it. Or did I miss it? :(
Why would he disclose that information to millions of strangers? It’s pretty private stuff I think
@@krik6724 Why would he not? Every financial TH-cam channel I watch enclosure these information so people can compare and have some point of view. If Mike doesn't do anything illegal he could just talk about it and then it'd really helpful.
People treat money as taboo. They should not
The scale of prices for rent is big. But here are some basics:
- Near beach and downtown: starting from around 25,000$ a year for a decent apartment
- More remote areas start from 12,000$ a year for decent 1 bedroom.
During season rents are usually going a little bit up because of the influx of tourists.
@@vanja.s above 2k for a place near beach in Dubai is not very expensive. I bet Mike's place is like 10k a month
@Spychu1993 Yes, you can find a variety of prices in Dubai.. it all depends on building, quality, size, and location (these are the main factors).
3 years already? maaan time flies.
i know man! seems like half that time when he moved over there.
I’ve been there twice for five days each time and I just love the city but thank you for the experience of understanding what it feels like to be a resident
Living in UAE since 17 years and counting. I love this country!
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@David Merlot You won't have any issues 🙂
17 years there…Wow, think of all the more interesting and unique places you could have been.
@@permabear6025 like?
@@LetsDoItOldSchool The hundreds of places around the world that are actually real, have varieties of culture, history, seasons and scenery. People only go there for the money and zero tax hence most people there are incredibly one dimensional, selfish and uninteresting. I lived there briefly myself, it’s only really cooler temperatures around 4 months of the year. If you took away the cars it looks like a ghost town…
Great video Mike. I just moved to Dubai and am writing a blog post on why I moved to Dubai to change people's perspectives on it. Hope to see you around in Dubai!
what is your blog name?
FANTASTIC DETAILS, thank you much, we have been looking into buying a place for around 5 million if you can point us in the right direction im sure we can remember the advice and again great detail and well done! Thank you!
This is the only channel where I watch the full video without exiting. Great video as always Mike, life in Dubai seems like a dream!
Moved to Dubai February 2020. Agree with all that Mike says. You do need money here to enjoy life and all it has to offer and it definitely spurs the entrepreneural spirit
More like a bunch of desperate dudes, who rely on making social media content about their lifestyle to actually afford their lifestyle
@@resa574 That's what i get too , not saying that Mike is one of them , but i think moving to Dubai projects a lot of things about someones life that might not be necessarily true. Eg you think someone living in Dubai is minted and it doesn't need to be the case like he is describing in this video. Overall i don't like Dubai for me , it seems artificial (it is artificial) , and the people trying to make it , everybody trying to do the same thing could be quite annoying , and im talking from a very ignorant place cause i never been to Dubai , but it seems that the currency in Dubai should be youtube views.
Quality of life sure is great, if your a UAE citizen or rich, ask the servers, drivers, bag handlersf, cleaners, cooks, laborers what they think of the quality of life and how fun it is living on $20 a week.
My first time in Dubai was in 1989 and it is a world away from the Dubai of today. Haven't been back in 2012 and even then it was very different to 1989.
Regarding UK tax and residency, I think what you meant is, you don't want to be in the UK for more than 90 days otherwise you qualify for UK taxes. This is known as having 'non-domiciled' status.
Is that 90 consecutive days or total for the year?
@@stephenquinn4826 total. It used to be you could live in spain, fly in on Monday and leave on Friday and they would only count Tues-Thurs but they’ve been clamping down on this for years.
Does this count for the U.S. too?
@@terrim8572 US is different as you are taxed based on your US citizenship and not residency in the country. Americans working in Dubai usually still have to pay US federal income tax above a certain income threshold.
Incredible video. You just gave Dubai a free publicity. The picture was great too.
i live in Dubai and it is the first fair, honest reportage i see. thanks
45% income tax in the UK is disgusting, literally taking half your money once you start earning 150k a year. Liz Truss tried to lower it and well, look what the establishment did to her.
Lowering tax rates worsens inflation. Like adding fuel to fire. It’s sad but watch this channel called economics explained. They describe the situation in the UK very well
@@ethaningoa7461 lower taxes are not the cause of inflation tho, energy shortage is and grain shortage caused by war in Ukraine. Lowering top rate of income tax by just 5% does not add to or cause inflation
The bond market dictated that reversal, not Liz truss.
@@markymark7803 yes it does, leads to more dollars in the system. So more dollars chasing same amount of goods out upward pressure on prices
@@Ozfish1234 I never said she did. Other countries in much worse positions than the UK yet they were left alone by the markets.
You mentioned budget. What is your budget ? What are you paying for your apartment? You mentioned profession. What is your profession? What business are you developing? Knowing that information would help a person understand what they need to take to Dubai with them to get the most from it. And let’s not forget that being model-level gorgeous probably helps a lot too. Most people don’t have that option.
This was one of the most engaging videos on this topic (relocating to a new country) I've ever seen. Not a dull moment, well-paced, informative, and amazingly edited!
Planning on moving to Dubai so this vid came at a great time
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Thank you Mika for sharing your experience with us, I have been there myself as a tourist for about 5 times, now I am planning to relocate and come there for the rest of my life, wish me luck