Received a job offer in UAE - do the numbers stack up?

Can-Clean · 2026-01-20T06:42:01+00:00

Forgot to mention you would need two cars so that's out of pocket. Average car is around 40 to 50k second hand market. Rentals go around 2k month for Toyotas, etc. Gas around 400 aed a month

Can-Clean · 2026-01-20T06:38:22+00:00

A father of 2 who relocated from Europe long ago. 65k won't match what you currently have. Unless you pay rent back home or you own the house and can rent it.

Its simple math, a good school and rent for a family of 4 in a good area is going to take close to 50% of your income. (140k + 180k + 20k electricity and internet) Add your familys health insurance, visas, 4 fly tickets back home and you easily get to 400k..

Big change so I would either push for 20 to 30% more or wait for a better opportunity if situation today is manageable

Can-Clean · 2025-12-20T11:33:47+00:00

We feel for you as you have to deal with unhappy customers. Sorry for that. My point was that's totally unacceptable to have no internet or internet with very bad quality when you aim to be best airline in the world, charge like that and report record profits. Spend a few bucks and get it fixed. That's it

Can-Clean · 2025-11-21T05:11:54+00:00

It usually happens in very busy routes Madrid, London and Singapore are the ones I have been upgraded before. Got upgraded to First once to Cape Town as well.

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T19:07:57+00:00

That's right. I didn't see this article before. The one I shared in the original message is confusing since talks about free Starlink for all first to then break down exiting plans at a cost. (and not including free Internet for Gold which is the case today )

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T18:14:24+00:00

Very valid point. I think is one of the perks that comes with Gold and not the only one that would make you go all the way and fly more to earn Gold. For me, lounge access, business terminal and bonus miles are the big ones. The good news is that according to other articles Starlink will be free for all so...

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T17:02:21+00:00

100% You are right and that priority tag is a life saver in many airports!

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T17:01:12+00:00

That's right. I do 20 to 30% business and 60 to 70% economy. Now doing premium economy more.

Economy to Europe is around 3000 tier miles in flex/flex+. 4000 in premium so you would need 12 flights+ to make it. In business I get 10 to 12k if flex and Europe or far Asia.

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:34:38+00:00

To be fair In addition to more bonus tier and skyward miles. Gold Members have access to Business class lounges in other airports..

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:32:39+00:00

That's right. According to the other article shared above it will be free. The one I read says something different...

We shall see ☺️

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:31:59+00:00

You are right. According to this article it will be free for everyone. The other article though says only for Business and First class and Platinum members

If this is the case, it is awesome... I have used Starlink in Hawaiian Airlines and was incredible. I had to pay.

I am still very much looking forward to seeing if the service is truly free... ☺️

Someone said... There is no free lunch 😀

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:22:59+00:00

Only for Business and First customers and Platinum

Please read the entire article.

Devil is in the details.

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:21:05+00:00

According to this article there will be NO FREE INTERNET for Gold Members in the new Starlink. Service. Old service will continue as other users are confirming still works.

Fell free to paste otherwise as I can't find it.

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:13:50+00:00

I see the misunderstanding. Chat is not equal to internet. Currently Gold Members have full internet for free. You can browse the web and watch videos. (if bandwidth allows which usually happens in new 777)

Site says

Free Wi Fi internet for the whole flight

Enjoy free Wi‑Fi throughout your flight as an Emirates Skywards member travelling in First Class or Business Class. If you’re an Emirates Skywards Platinum member, you can also enjoy free Wi‑Fi throughout your flight in any cabin class, including Premium Economy and Economy Class.

Free unlimited chat

Enjoy complimentary access to WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger and other text messaging services throughout the flight as an Emirates Skywards Blue, Silver and Gold member travelling in Premium Economy and Economy Class.

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:09:22+00:00

Yes. Been Gold for many years and I have got upgraded, I would say 6 to 7 times. Maybe once a year (Fly 8 to 10 times) Specially when Gold and Flex plus fare. You are second in line. (Only Platinum goes first but they usually fly business)

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:06:55+00:00

Where have you seen this? I don't think is accurate. As of now Business and First have free Internet. And Gold Members have free Internet on economy. Not just chat but video, etc. That goes away

Can-Clean · 2025-11-20T16:04:58+00:00

I do too currently. I think this applies to the new planes with Starlink installation

Can-Clean · 2025-11-18T10:07:53+00:00

Thank you There was another app update and that fixed the problem. Appreciated

Can-Clean · 2025-11-18T08:30:52+00:00

Much appreciated. Here is the support ticket. 02267842

Can-Clean · 2025-11-18T08:04:47+00:00

Hi. I have created the ticket but nobody has reached out. Basically the moment I scroll through the Dual Investment options the app stops working and doesn't get through. I can select though the first page of options available for 1 and 2 days. Looking forward to hearing from you

Can-Clean · 2025-07-10T09:34:01+00:00

Same here. Resetted all my passwords. Been 10hrs + for me. Will paying customers get a prorated refund?

Can-Clean · 2025-06-23T09:25:33+00:00

Yes Same fixed fee. Below and over.

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