OK Chaps and Chapesses ! Listen up.
Be prepared for a shock. The good news is that it's not hot here at the moment.
Accom wise, well you could be anywhere. Some are nice, some not so. Dont expect a pool either.... You will be sharing as well...
Bring lotsa copies of your passport and ID photos. Have ALL required docs certified in your home country if required - marriage - birth cert etc...
Dont expect to go to Dubai.
DO NOT bring panadine! Or any codine based substance. Although you can get Viagra and valium over the counter ....
go figure.
Its different and expect lots of changes to your initial lives. Rosters etc....
If you have an open mind and can adapt quickly and have an exit strategy planned out you'll be fine.
Have fun..... AND STAY OFF DA ROADS!
OH medical wise, expect another one in AUH.
Oh and stay away from the sleexy dude from HSBC. Try Leyla at HSBC Airport Rd, MUCH better!!! And better service than N BAD.