So… I Just Moved to Dubai

So I Just Moved to Dubai – Wild First Impressions, Culture Shocks & Making It Home🎙️ Hosted by Inara with guests Irene Ingonvichit, Allen Tianco & João Elton B. NascimentoWhat’s it really like to pack your bags and start fresh in Dubai?In this fun and honest episode, Inara sits down with three expats—Irene, Allen, and João—to share their unfiltered experiences of moving to Dubai for the first time. From culture shocks to unexpected joys, they open up about the reality of adjusting to life in a fast-paced, diverse city.💬 In this episode, they talk about:- First impressions (and missteps!) when arriving in Dubai- The biggest culture shocks—some funny, some serious- Navigating the heat, the malls, and the social scene- Building new routines and finding a sense of belonging- Advice for anyone thinking of making the moveWhether you're planning to move, just landed, or simply curious about Dubai life—this one’s for you!👉 Hit the follow button, give this video a thumbs up, and share it with someone who's thinking of moving to Dubai! 💬 Don’t forget to leave a comment with your own experience or questions.Follow Inara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inara.joy/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InaraJoyOfficial/ X: https://x.com/insideandoutpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inarajoy7?_t=ZS-8tQ3vbMFUVE&_r=1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inaraj/ Follow guests:Irene: https://www.instagram.com/lollibabeful/?igsh=c2I3ZWQxdGJ3YzBl#João: https://www.instagram.com/joaoelton.discovering_dubai?igsh=MWpnY3l5anB1a2F4ZA==Allen: https://www.instagram.com/allentianco?igsh=MXN0bWd3czR1OHI2cg== Chapters:00:00 Introduction 01:04 First Impressions of Dubai02:15 Experiences with Dubai's Heat03:39 Cultural Differences and Adaptation10:02 Living in a City Under Construction29:44 Safety and Security in Dubai38:59 Dubai's Safety and Security40:06 Luxury and Normalcy in Dubai41:55 Navigating Dubai: Then and Now46:58 Cultural Misunderstandings and Adaptations54:48 Community and Belonging in Dubai01:03:46 Dubai's Convenience and Lifestyle01:10:26 Advice for Newcomers to Dubai01:15:24 Final Thoughts and Reflections