Experience in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates by khaled

What is it like to live in Abu Dhabi? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Abu Dhabi, it's an amazing and beautiful and peaceful city! I was born there and I lived around 15 years until travelling to Amman, the only note about my old city that it's very expensive to live there now, crazy prices!
the other note is the conservative nature of people there, so if you're open person and free style, I don't advise you there, I advise you to choose Dubai.

What is the student lifestyle like in Abu Dhabi?

most are wearing the traditional dress (Deshdash) and with a cover on the head! of course we've to respect that because it's their culture, but you'll look a bit strange if you were with modern style.

How much does it cost to live in Abu Dhabi?

hmmmmm! It's crazy expensive for living there, and you can survive only if you've a good work there, like minimum 7500 AD to feel comfort concerning your basic requirement like food and accommodation and transportation.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Abu Dhabi? Is there any advice you can give?

it's not difficult but actually it's the most expensive there which you can imagine, but I advise to share an apartment with group of students and in this case you've to pay as a single person around 1500-2000 AD as a rent.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

they've tasty food there, but full of spices :) , but don't make adventures and cook at your home or use well known restaurants.

What places would you recommend visiting in Abu Dhabi?

my favorite place was the sea side, it's very clean area and make you feel relaxed and comfort.

Is it good to eat out in Abu Dhabi? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

my favorite restaurant was (abu Tafesh) wow they'd amazing sea food.

Is the nightlife good in Abu Dhabi? Where is good to go?

it's very nice to walk in the night on the sea side or to join one coffee shop to have nice time there, specially in summer time.

What advice would you give future students heading to Abu Dhabi?

Don't do political stuff!!
Don't be free style as you're in Europe (like hugs or kisses in public it's strange there and not allowed and you'll be punished by law)!
Don't go out with the smell of alcohol!
Be a good boy/girl.

Finally I wish I was useful for you guys :)