How-to - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/news/how-to/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:16:42 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 23 apps you need to live your best life in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/04/20-apps-you-need-for-living-in-dubai/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:40:46 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=341496 Dubai, the city of convenience… There are about 9 million apps in the world, however we’ve narrowed the best apps you need in Dubai to make your life easier. These apply to you if you’re living or visiting Dubai. From navigating the roads to getting a massage to your home, there’s literally an app for […]

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]]> New to Dubai? Here is your ultimate guide of tips, tricks, and hacks https://whatson.ae/2026/01/your-guide-to-moving-to-dubai-tips-tricks-and-hacks/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:39:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=354749 These are the essential tips, tricks and hacks for moving to Dubai that’ll help you hit the ground running now that your wheels have just touched the runway Welcome to the adventure of moving to Dubai. With sky-piercing towers, endless sunshine, and a lifestyle that fuses luxury with non-stop action, it’s no wonder you’ve made […]

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]]> Expat hacks: Four ways to send money home without the headache https://whatson.ae/2025/08/expat-hacks-four-ways-to-send-money-home-without-the-headache/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 06:00:47 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=363554 Living in the UAE means many expats are sending money home to support their families Whether it’s paying school fees, topping up an account, or sending a gift, finding the best way to send money home matters. Here are four options you can use: Careem Pay: Fast and budget-friendly Careem isn’t just about rides and […]

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]]> Moving in Dubai? These moving companies make it less painful https://whatson.ae/2025/08/moving-in-dubai-these-moving-companies-make-it-less-painful/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:08:00 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=363715 Packing, shifting, and unpacking in Dubai can be stressful, but these moving companies make it much easier Moving house in Dubai is a big job. From boxing up all your belongings to dismantling furniture and setting up in your new place, the tasks can seem endless. Thankfully, there are local moving companies that know the […]

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]]> Here’s how you can protect your car health from the summer heat https://whatson.ae/2025/07/heres-how-you-can-protect-your-car-health-from-the-summer-heat/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:30:44 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=316360 Welcome to your summer road safety class Sweltering summers are no novelty in the UAE. Perhaps because the highest temperatures keep reaching new highs (*sweats nervously* global warming and stuff, you know) and in times like this, not only are we under stress, so are our vehicles. Exposure to heat while the engines are running […]

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]]> Dubai tips and hacks every resident should know https://whatson.ae/2025/06/dubai-tips-and-hacks-every-resident-should-know/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:30:32 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=354735 Dubai tips and hacks to make your life here a breeze, from one seasoned expat to another Welcome to the land of endless sunshine, jaw dropping skyscrapers, and an expat community that’s basically the city’s heartbeat. Whether you’re a fresh face or a longtime local, these Dubai tips will help you live your best life […]

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]]> The Dubai Tourist Playbook: Everything you need to know before you visit https://whatson.ae/2025/05/the-dubai-tourist-playbook-everything-you-need-to-know-before-you-visit/ Mon, 12 May 2025 08:23:57 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=298324 Your guide to a smooth sailing Dubai holiday… Visiting Dubai for the first time? You’ve landed in the right part of the Internet, for this is your starter pack to stocking up on all tips, tricks and information bits for the best holiday ever. Travelling to any new country can be stressful, even a notoriously […]

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]]> 10 of the best ways to make money in Dubai in 2025 https://whatson.ae/2025/03/10-of-the-best-ways-to-make-money-in-dubai-in-2025/ Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:53:05 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=340401 No shortcuts, just smart moves… Let’s face it, making money isn’t always easy – but in a city like Dubai? The opportunities are endless. We’ve done the homework, tapped into industry insights, current market trends, and rounded up the top 10 ways to make money in Dubai in 2025. Whether you’re looking to invest, hustle, […]

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]]> 7 second-hand stores in Dubai to buy and sell pre-loved fashion https://whatson.ae/2025/01/7-second-hand-stores-in-dubai-to-buy-and-sell-pre-loved-fashion/ https://whatson.ae/2025/01/7-second-hand-stores-in-dubai-to-buy-and-sell-pre-loved-fashion/#comments Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:00:23 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=238399 Rewearing is caring… Having a pre-loved wardrobe clear-out? A declutter always seems like a great idea but finding a timely and cost-effective way to sell your unwanted, pre-loved clothes can be a hassle. Instead of individually uploading every piece of clothing to a selling site or worse, throwing them away, here are a few more […]

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]]> https://whatson.ae/2025/01/7-second-hand-stores-in-dubai-to-buy-and-sell-pre-loved-fashion/feed/ 11 ILOE: How to check if you have fines and renew your subscription https://whatson.ae/2024/11/iloe-how-to-renew-your-uae-unemployment-scheme-to-avoid-fines/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:40:03 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=316388 Is it time to renew your ILOE insurance subscription? The UAE’s mandatory Involuntary Loss of Employment (ILOE) Scheme came into effect in January 2023 for all Emirati and foreign workers in the private and public sectors, including those working in a freezone. The ILOE is a form of social security that will provide workers with […]

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]]> Let’s get together: The best group activities to try in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2024/09/group-activities-in-dubai-fun-with-friends/ https://whatson.ae/2024/09/group-activities-in-dubai-fun-with-friends/#comments Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:49:22 +0000 http://whatson.ae/dubai/?post_type=post&p=21982 From the thrilling to the quirky, these group activities prove why some things are just better shared.

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]]> https://whatson.ae/2024/09/group-activities-in-dubai-fun-with-friends/feed/ 5 The dos and don’ts of driving in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2024/08/the-dos-and-donts-of-driving-in-dubai/ Wed, 28 Aug 2024 06:06:23 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=318092 Stay in your lane… If you’re joining the new entrants of Dubai, there is some driving etiquette that is pretty important to note. We’re not saying that these are firm rules to follow, but it’s a few pointers that we would highly recommend being aware of. Please note that this article is for satirical purposes […]

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