Dubai is a melting pot of the East and the West and the strategic location of the emirate feeds into that. A major portion of the population of Dubai is constituted of expatriates. There are a number of factors that make Dubai a social hub of the world:

• The emergence of Dubai as a tourist and holiday destination. The growth of real estate and entertainment industry are responsible for the same.

• Employment and business opportunities galore in the emirate and the tax-free status are sure shot crowd pullers.

• There are free zones in Dubai that attract companies from all over the world into opening branch offices in Dubai.

• Regular shopping, cultural and sports events draw tourists and businessmen from around the globe, making Dubai a lucrative place to be, for all and sundry. Read the rest of this entry »