I did not say that to make myself feel anything. It is true. i remembered reading an article about it a few years ago. I know people who have complained about this problem whilst on holiday. Read the Middle east forum, there are comments there too.
BBC NEWS | Middle East | Raw sewage threat to booming Dubai
Just the first link from google.
No malice intended.
Also the thought of flying for Emirates does appeal, however I don't wish to live in Dubai or any Arab country. So that precludes me entirely.