Language barrier in UAE / Dubai — how bad is it?
Started by JerseyJim · 9 Mar 2026 · 1310 views
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9 Mar 2026 at 06:21
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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9 Mar 2026 at 08:30
This matches my experience. UAE / Dubai is one of my favorites.
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9 Mar 2026 at 16:32
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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10 Mar 2026 at 04:27
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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10 Mar 2026 at 08:01
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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10 Mar 2026 at 12:34
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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10 Mar 2026 at 13:08
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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10 Mar 2026 at 15:33
Thanks for sharing. Did you use the local sites or find girls at bars?
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10 Mar 2026 at 19:07
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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10 Mar 2026 at 23:24
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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11 Mar 2026 at 00:13
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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11 Mar 2026 at 07:24
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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11 Mar 2026 at 15:00
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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11 Mar 2026 at 16:44
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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12 Mar 2026 at 04:29
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.
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12 Mar 2026 at 13:56
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.
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12 Mar 2026 at 17:02
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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12 Mar 2026 at 23:48
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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13 Mar 2026 at 01:58
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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13 Mar 2026 at 12:39
How's the daytime scene there compared to Thailand?
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