any American's?!?! - Page 10

webjunky · #91 (**permalink**) 5th November 2009, 06:12 AM

texas in da haus (the house) as well. a bit of new york and michigan in me as well. back in dubai for another 6 months or so. message me and we can take it from there . . .

dubai is great, but i miss football sundays in america!

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jmreynolds · #92 (**permalink**) 5th November 2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by vincetruong

My wife and I are from CA and love good Mexican food. We thought Maria Bonita's was comparable to a decent Mexican restaurant in the US but yes, about as good as you're going to get I think.

Hi!
I read that you're from OC. My husband grew up in Costa Mesa and for the past 10 years we've lived in Tustin. We lived in HB 10 years prior. It really goes to show you it is a small world!!

jmreynolds · #93 (**permalink**) 5th November 2009, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by julzandrews

I agree i never meet americans here in dubai,( i managed to befriend a welsh girl though and she is sooo awesome) it seems as though everyone just wants to watch football, are there any americans who just like to drink without the sports : )? Any movie buffs? It looks like we'd all have to meet somewhere for margaritas, beautiful strong margaritas, hah aand apparently in a place that has NFL, I think i saw some playing at cactus cantina, and even heard some country music.

Your right about the business thing though every one is trying to make business connections, but its dubai, why else would we be here than to work?

My husband and I are pretty much into movies, eating almost any type of cuisine and he makes fantastic margaritas! We're not into football but being from SoCal, were big fans for the Lakers.

vincetruong · #94 (**permalink**) 6th November 2009, 06:14 PM

Yep, grew up in Irvine. Lived in HB most recently.

vincetruong · #95 (**permalink**) 6th November 2009, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jmreynolds

Hi!
I read that you're from OC. My husband grew up in Costa Mesa and for the past 10 years we've lived in Tustin. We lived in HB 10 years prior. It really goes to show you it is a small world!!

yeah, small world. I grew up in Irvine. ran into a guy here who went to my jr. high school a year ahead of me.

Dawn A · #96 (**permalink**) 7th November 2009, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Dubiased

rhode island here

My husband an I are here from Rhode Island as well. (Warwick) We've been here for 6 mos. and really enjoy it here in Dubai. Just flew back to NY to visit my son in school for Parent's Weekend and Homecoming, (don't miss the cold !!! )

Most of the American's I've met are executives that live at the Palms. We live in Mirdif.

Smiles:-) · #97 (**permalink**) 7th November 2009, 09:46 AM

We've been here almost 2 years and have only met one couple from the states. We love Dubai but miss the states! If anyone plans a get together we are in.

The mexican resturant in the Green Community is good! Husband has traveled all over Mexico and he thinks the food is just like what he use to get when he was in Mexico.

jettony · #98 (**permalink**) 8th November 2009, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by abraham

Agree! It is very difficult to find Americans here. I moved to Dubai two years ago from Chicago and I miss the balanced life we have in the US. After returning from my vacation this summer, it has been very difficult to readjust.
I joinned ABC when I first came to Dubai. As much as I liked the people that work there, they don't organize many social events, rather everyone there is trying to ink a business deal. After spending 10 hours in the office a day, the last thing I want to do is talk business in the evening. Happy hour is about disengaging from your hectic day. Going out is also becoming a hassle, expensive drinks and bad service, except for very few places. I have one good American friend, we play tennis on weekends.
I say all Americans who replied to this tread should start our own American gathering group!

Hi Abraham
Chicago here. I'm new in Dubai and was looking to meet some Americans. I also wanted to play tennis. After reading your comments I see both. Did you want to meet for a beer and possibly get a game of tennis going. If interested you can call

webjunky · #99 (**permalink**) 9th November 2009, 03:44 AM

check with the american uni of dubai, they have user group listings and can help. i am an american and this is where i went initially when i wanted this info...

jmreynolds · #**100** (**permalink**) 9th November 2009, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dawn A

My husband an I are here from Rhode Island as well. (Warwick) We've been here for 6 mos. and really enjoy it here in Dubai. Just flew back to NY to visit my son in school for Parent's Weekend and Homecoming, (don't miss the cold !!! )

Most of the American's I've met are executives that live at the Palms. We live in Mirdif.

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My daughter and I spent some time in NYC in August on our way to CA (back to school). We had a great time exploring and enjoying the variety to food! We moved here in Dec. and for the most part enjoy it you wouldn't believe how much we enjoyed eating a pizza with real pepperoni on top!