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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 22 March 2013 - 02:08

Hi all! My fiance and I are in the process of moving to Abu Dhabi from Texas(he is actually moving next week) and I will follow after our June 1st wedding. I've searched and searched online to find a neighborhood that will fit our wants and needs but there doesn't seem to be much information available. He will be working at Etihad and doesn't want a long commute. We are looking for somewhere that will allow us to have my dog (who we are bringing later in the year) but still has a downtown feel, but without the Al Bateen prices. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 26 March 2013 - 14:06
Depending where your fiance is working(Ground staff or Corp. Office), you can look at Al Bandar. It is across the airport and a lot of people working with Etihad stay there(including some of our friends). There are a lot of European families living there and I've seen dogs in the area so bringing yours should not be a problem. They have apartments so in case you're looking at staying in a villa, then Khalifa City A or B would be your best bet. On the other hand, if he will be working in the city, then I believe Etihad does provide accommodation in Al Reem Towers in downtown, close to their office.
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EW MASTER
Latest post on 23 March 2013 - 13:59
Hi all! My fiance and I are in the process of moving to Abu Dhabi from Texas(he is actually moving next week) and I will follow after our June 1st wedding. I've searched and searched online to find a neighborhood that will fit our wants and needs but there doesn't seem to be much information available. He will be working at Etihad and doesn't want a long commute. We are looking for somewhere that will allow us to have my dog (who we are bringing later in the year) but still has a downtown feel, but without the Al Bateen prices. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! most people at etihad are either in kca/b (thats where the provided accommodation is) or al reef nowadays.
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 22 March 2013 - 11:22
Hi fh1018! When you say your husband will be working at Etihad, where exactly will he be located - at the airport or in the city? I've only been in Abu Dhabi since last September, so not really that knowledgeable about areas on where to live, etc BUT what I have learned is that nowhere is very far from anywhere here! We live on the edge of the main island, and it"s a great location for getting places. My husband works on the Corniche, and it takes him only 15 minutes to drive to work in the mornings, and that's in traffic. I also have 2 little dogs and it's easy to walk them in the neighbourhood - but ALWAYS on the lead mind you. Sorry I can't be more help, but if you let us know the exact location where your husband will be working, maybe some other ladies will have some suggestions. Good luck! You're going to love it here.