Living in New Dubai

Modern Dubai can be divided into three or so parts. There is Diera Dubai, which is old Dubai and that’s where Dubai originated from. Then there is Bur Dubai which is across the creek that divides Diera and Bur Dubai. This is relatively new development but still considered as original Dubai locality.

If you go further South from Bur Dubai, beyond Al-Safa, Umm Suqeim and Al-Barsha on Sheikh Zayed Road, you will reach an area of Dubai commonly known as New Dubai.

New Dubai comprises of neighborhoods such as Greens, Springs, Meadows, Emirates Hills, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeira, Jumeira Lake Towers, Discovery Gardens and Jumeira Village.

One thing to notice about neighborhoods in New Dubai is that they are all named in English, as opposed to Arabic names of districts in old Dubai (such as Al Mankhool, Karama, Satwa, Al Qusais, and so on).

These areas are mostly freehold, means expats can purchase property there.

Not surprisingly, new Dubai is inhabited largely by expats belonging to high income group, as rents are also generally higher there.

Not only rents but other things like restaurants, hair saloons, grocery shops, and similar places are expensive than old Dubai. Even schools and hospitals are pretty expensive in new Dubai. In short its a posh area reserved for the elite class only.

Like all other posh areas, living in New Dubai has it’s perks. You get access to top class facilities and services Dubai can offer, from spas to golf courses. There is an abundance of 5-star hotels having bars and night clubs, offering no lack of options for night-life lovers. And not to mention the entertainment options like Wild Wadi and Aquaventure waterparks, indoor ski resort at Mall of the Emirates, and the water sports available at the Marina beach.

The New Dubai is really a new city, very different from the traditional and original Dubai, offering a very different lifestyle and experience, of course at an additional cost.