11 Totally Genuine Fears People Living In Dubai Have On A Daily Basis

We are living in a harsh desert climate, so of course it’s rational to have fears and concerns…although some of these concerns may revolve less around the weather and more about the time your Deliveroo is going to arrive. Don’t worry, we’re not ones to judge. Here are normal things you may worry while living in Dubai

1. Getting caught in the women’s only section of the Metro

This is clearly one for the fellas but it’s definitely something they need to worry about

2. That Deliveroo’s ‘estimated time’ will be longer than it says it is

It’s much too tempting to stare at the delivery time guide as it rounds down, ‘driver has left, ‘driver is on his way’ ….but it would never be late, would it?

3. That you could get lost in Dubai Mall

It’s just too big. This may not be a worry if you’re just browsing, but what if you’ve got cinema tickets? Leave plenty of time to get through this mammoth shopping mall…

4. That Sheikh Hamdan will one day marry

Many hearts will break the day Sheikh Hamdan finds a match, the Crown Prince and future ruler of Dubai is one of Dubai’s most eligible bachelors.

5. That Barasti will start charging a cover charge

One of Dubai’s best located beach clubs has free admission all day every day (and night) unlike most other places that are way over-priced. Never change guys!

6. That the price of rent, Metro or taxis will go up

Everyone (in every city) worries about inflation. Although VAT is coming, at least we don’t have to worry about income taxes going up too….

7. That you may have to take the stairs at Pier 7 on ladies night (in heels)

The queue for the lifts is never an issue, until Tuesday rolls round and ladies can drink for free at certain spots at the Marina venue and the queues become a problem No one wants to take the stairs, but when needs must…

8. That your Careem Captain won’t find your location

What if you lose your GPS signal, what if he comes to the wrong entrance? Disaster awaits

9. That your AC will one day freeze over

Maybe not so much of a worry right now, but in summer months you live in constant turmoil. When the AC is too cold it freezes over, if it’s not cold enough, you will melt. Uh-oh

10. That you’ll need a taxi at 4pm

Because trying to get a taxi during changeover time is nightmare stuff.

11. That your taxi driver won’t have the right change

You kick yourself for not having smaller notes