Kriska Marie, Dubai

Who are you? I’m Kriska Marie, an IT Engineer by trade and a cook, baker, and blogger by choice. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to Dubai, UAE, just last August 2014. My partner brought me

UAE – Five Recommended Expat Blogs

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look the United Arab Emirates and some of the bloggers who

5 Foods You Must Try When Living In The UAE

The UAE is a land of striking contrasts. It is both deeply traditional, and also incredibly modern. On one hand, it sits in the midst of the dessert, but it does also have a spectacular coastline. The one other thing

An Overview Of International Schools in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates has a thriving expat population, much of it centered in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Lucrative employment, investment opportunities, tax-free income and a high standard of living are factors that make the UAE a highly popular destination

Liz Totton, Abu Dhabi

Who are you? My name is Liz Totton. My blog is called Lizzy of Arabia. I am originally from New Jersey, but we were most recently in the Seattle, WA area. We now live in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Moving To The UAE – What To Expect As A New Expat

The United Arab Emirates has always been popular with expats, and many of them are drawn to places like Dubai and Abu Dhabi because of the lucrative business and investment opportunities available here. The UAE also has a liberal culture

Lynda Martinez, Dubai

Who are you? I am a daughter (4th of 5), sister, wife, mom of 3, aunt of 9, photography enthusiast, and former high school teacher from Texas living in Dubai. Where, when and why did you move abroad? We moved