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Dubai vs Asia

Dubai or Phuket, Bali, Singapore, Bangkok, Sri Lanka? Seasons, costs, visas and property rules for foreigners compared.

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Dubai or Phuket: where to spend the winter by the sea?

Dubai or Phuket for a winter by the sea? Season, flights, visas, daily costs, safety and property rules for foreigners compared honestly.4 min read

Asia is famous for long, affordable stays, street food and tropical nature; Dubai for safety, infrastructure and a short flight from Europe. We compare Dubai with Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and other Asian destinations popular for wintering — and explain the very different rules for foreign property buyers.

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Hand-picked apartments and villas from our catalogue — sea views, branded residences and family communities with prices in USD.

Aljada The Gate by Arada Propertiesfrom $451,201

Bayfront Marina Residences by Sobha Realtyfrom $367,150

Aljada Safa by Arada Propertiesfrom $430,778

Bab Al Qasr Canal View Residence 22 by Burtville Developmentsfrom $852,299

Barajeel Tower by GJ Propertiesfrom $232,209

Beach Hills Villas by Al Zorah Development Companyfrom $5,554,920

Canalside Marina Residences by Sobha Realtyfrom $368,941

Jacob & Co. Beachfront Living by Ohana by Ohana Developmentfrom $846,415

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