Need advice on dating in the region. Any cultural dos and don’ts? or is it regular dating?

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I’m trying to be culturally respectful and asking, because I’m not from this region and don’t want to offend. When did that become weird?

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Ignore pwc1, it’s a great question and very respectful

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Dont date your clients

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Dm if you want a referral to Tinder😂. What a weird question

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The path to marriage is fast and straightforward . Don’t date people for fun . Date to marry . It is not hooking up region .

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You sweet summer child...

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Is Barasti still around? If so, spend 30 mins there and you’ll have your answer

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Happy to answer your question!

Arabs have a culture of modesty and avoid publicising sexual activity. Avoid public displays of affection. Behind closed doors isn't the states concern, from our perspective, that's for God to judge.

Arab culture is based on Islamic law which forbids sexual activity outside marriage (between husband and wife) and promotes modesty and protect of the women from lustful objectification.

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Hi PO, where about are you based? I was in Dubai a few months ago and it didn’t seem different from other countries. Just avoid PDA in public.

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Old school answer is get married at 25 and have 4 children by 40 😂

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Different advice if you’re male/female and what you’re looking for.

IMO dating apps are worse here than other countries. A lot of women complain about dating in the region, but I don’t relate.

Dating in general is regular, I guess don’t make out in the middle of Dubai mall and you’re ok?

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Yes Barasti is still around but I would not recommend that place, unless you are looking to attract guys of the Jersey Shore type 🙄

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Business as usual.. no PDA otherwise no one would bother you… I assume expats dating expats (straight or lgbtq+)..dating locals is not common (guys and especially girls). It’s usually easier if it’s just for fun. Many people find it difficult to date (for serious commitment) since most expats are around for few years so no long term expectations.

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