Londiamond, thank you so much for taking the time to answer and give me such an honest and detailed reply, I really appreciate that.
It is good to know what we must negotiate for regarding health care, rent etc.
I am one year into a thee year (full time) PhD, I fear that my skills and experience would not be valued in Abu Dhabi? My field is in early years and specifically in supporting vulnerable families so I realise it may be very difficult to work over there.