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Agreed. Unfortunately, the expensive prices apply to most everyday items too.
It's not a competition and we do see high prices around the world but Dubai does seem to kick it to the next level in my opinion - on all goods, luxury to basic needs. There is no escape from the high cost of living here unless you are prepared to live frugally - which defeats one of the purposes of becoming an expat for most people.
Potential new joiners really need to factor these costs in and not simply convert Dubai salary to their current currency and think they will become rich quickly.
Agreed. Costs should be factored in. I’m just not sure your original argument was apt.
Last edited by Killer Loop; 22nd Aug 2018 at 16:52.