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Hi! I’m Justine, a Dubai expat who is loving discovering everything this dynamic city has to offer. Dubai Dreaming covers all things Dubai – from helpful information about living in Dubai and moving to Dubai to guides on traveling to Dubai to articles about local food, culture, adventure, and more!

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Hi. I’m Justine! An avid traveler, writer, and California native who now calls Dubai home. Whether you’re a newbie expat or a first-time visitor, I hope to help you learn a little more about this wild and wonderful city. Read more…