Exploring Dubai Part 1

Got a chance to explore a little bit as I was looking for an apartment. Like any city Dubai has a lot of neighborhoods...each with its pros and cons. Each person I've talked to has their favorite area according to their personal preferences...noise, amenities, distance to shops/restaurants, traffic, etc... So far the area that I like the most is called Jumeriah Beach, which is in the Dubai Marina. It also just so happens to be the most expensive part of Dubai! There are many reason for this... it's right by the beach, it's one of the few places in Dubai that isn't under construction, shops/restaurants/supermarkets and other convenient places are all within walking distance. That last part is a big deal because you need a car to get anywhere in Dubai. You can't simply walk to the store, you have to get in your car and drive there. That's one of the biggest things I miss about NYC, just getting out and walking anywhere. That and the subway...oh how I miss you NYC MTA. I can't believe I just sad that, because there were plenty of times back at home where I cursed the MTA, but today...I miss you MTA. Here's a couple videos of Dubai Marina and Jumeriah Beach.

This is literally in the middle of the Dubai Marina, I just saw an apartment overlooking this marina. It was very nice a.k.a. way too expensive.

This is down at Jumeriah Beach. The beach is on the outside of the residence facing north...it's actually the persian gulf. And straight across the gulf is Iran and Iraq. Right before the beach is shops, restaurants, hotels, a really beautiful walk that goes up and down the coast. The tan buildings you see are Jumeriah Beach Residence...they make up 36 buildings right on the beach...very beautiful. Can I just point out that it's February and I'm in shorts and a t-shirt at the beach!

This is my friend Simone's apartment which is in those tan buildings you saw in the last video, called Jumeriah Beach Residences. This is a quick tour of her and her roomate's place.

The hunt continues for the apartment...more to come.