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League Table (based on 2012 results)

United Arab Emirates

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Keep an open mind and embrace the local culture

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Spain

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United Arab Emirates

Spain

Economics

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30^th

1^st

Overall

20^th

22^nd

Income

19^th

25^th

Disposable income

21^st

25^th

Higher quality accommodation

8^th

22^nd

Domestic helper/staff

16^th

21^st

Swimming pool

14^th

5^th

More than one property

17^th

6^th

Nicer Cars

3^rd

14^th

Boat or yacht

19^th

7^th

More luxurious holidays

12^th

25^th

Healthcare

12^th

9^th

Experience

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30^th

1^st

Overall

23^rd

3^rd

Organising school for my children

22^nd

1^st

Organising finances

23^rd

17^th

Organising healthcare

16^th

20^th

Finding accommodation

24^th

8^th

Learning the local language

18^th

10^th

Getting used to local food

19^th

1^st

Local weather

26^th

2^nd

Making friends

13^th

20^th

Local work culture

14^th

21^st

Setting up utilities

18^th

25^th

Fitting in the new culture

16^th

5^th

Local transport

21^st

13^th

Enjoying local food

21^st

1^st

Local culture

22^nd

1^st

Using the local language

22^nd

1^st

Making local friends

26^th

5^th

Integrating into the community

25^th

7^th

Feeling welcome at work

23^rd

24^th

Local shops and markets

26^th

1^st

Social life

15^th

6^th

Sports

22^nd

6^th

Working environment

14^th

4^th

Work / life balance

16^th

1^st

Entertainment

9^th

2^nd

Quality of accommodation

14^th

25^th

Commuting

10^th

8^th

Travelling more

19^th

25^th

Healthcare access and quality

12^th

14^th

Healthy diet

22^nd

1^st

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Expat Explorer ranks 30 countries across various criteria from the 2012 survey.

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