Al Ain, The UAE
How do I meet people in Al Ain?
When we asked people living in Al Ain about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded...
"Expats living in Al Ain can join a variety of clubs and activities, such as sports clubs, book clubs, and language classes. Expats can also meet people by attending local events, such as festivals, concerts, and art exhibitions. Additionally, many expats find it helpful to join online forums and social media groups related to their interests, as well as attending meet-ups and networking events," said another expat in Al Ain, the UAE.
"1) Al Ain Toastmasters Club 584495 to meet other professionals (while developing other useful skills). Check out www.toastmasters.org to find the club. 2) For those who like to sing, join the Al Ain Choral Society. 3) Join in at social activities at lounges/pubs in the local international hotels, such as trivia contests, karaoke, etc. 4) Go to the cafes (Starbucks, Coffee/Bean/Tea Leaf, etc.) in the local malls on weekend afternoons (11 a.m. - 5 p.m.). You'll be certain to see people you know or make new friends. (Evenings it gets too crowded.) 5) Join one of the clubs are the local international hotels where other westerners go to swim, exercise, dine, tennis, etc. 6) For sports enthusiasts, especially men, you can find rugby and other intramural sports. 7) Join the Emirates Natural History Group (www.enhg.org), an interesting way to not only meet people but have an opportunity to explore the natural histories of the UAE and Oman. 8) Your workplace may organize social activities including trips to the other Emirates for shopping, sightseeing, etc. You may also be able to join activities at some of the other organizations/companies in the area," wrote a member who made the move to Al Ain, UAE.
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