Thanks Elphaba for your reply.

Yes, i think some people do have funny ideas about Dubai which is why a forum like this is useful. I have been told that Dubai is very cosmopolitan and westernised but have also been told that it is very restrictive and you wont get the same things that you are used to in the west. I suppose the fact that the culture is so different is what it confusing as to what you can and cant do.

I just wanted to check a few things out. I see that you are very "pro" Dubai - and i suppose i just wanted to see if there were pros and cons or any pitfals i should watch out for.

Thanks