"In Dubai, there's no personal income tax, and that was probably the main reason I considered the move. I run my own hair-styling business, and I'm tired of paying US taxes. I visited Dubai over the summer and absolutely fell in love with it. The people were friendly, it felt welcoming, the food was amazing, and the customer service was unmatched everywhere I went."
"I'm a New Yorker living in Miami Beach and, in Dubai, I felt like I was in both cities at once. The weather, the beautiful people, and the glitz and glamour reminded me of Miami. The respect for drive and hustle felt like New York. When I visited, I felt incredibly safe throughout my time there, and that was another big draw."
"My life in Miami is just fine, but I felt like I'd hit a plateau. I knew it was the right time to get uncomfortable if I wanted to grow as a person. Nothing can dampen my excitement about relocating, not even the recent Iranian strikes. On my end, it's full steam ahead to Dubai, and I have no intention of changing my plans."
Rikki Dimitriadis, a 31-year-old hairdresser from Miami, is relocating to Dubai in April to start a new job as a senior hairdresser and live near the Burj Khalifa. The primary motivation for her move is Dubai's lack of personal income tax, which appeals to her as a business owner tired of US taxes. During a summer visit, she fell in love with Dubai's culture, friendly people, excellent customer service, and safety. She describes Dubai as a blend of New York and Miami, combining the glamour and weather of Miami with the hustle and respect for drive characteristic of New York. Despite concerns from friends about recent geopolitical tensions, Dimitriadis remains committed to her relocation plans, viewing the move as an opportunity for personal growth after reaching a plateau in her Miami life.
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