UAE Pros and Cons

I came across this link somewhere (can't recall the original reference): The UAE Report. It is mostly on the critical side regarding life in the UAE, written according to accounts of some Westerners who have lived here. Whether one agrees with the conclusions or suggestions, each point made is linked to news articles and other references which add credibility to their argument. I think it is an excellent piece of critical reporting. Not sure if it is a blog or not as there is no option for commenting or contacting anyone. I think it would be good if more people chronicled their views (backed up with references) on life in the UAE, in a manner similar to this.

One very intriguing reference is to the notion of boating in the UAE. You know we have all these marinas coming up all over, heralding the life of leisure and luxury. The way things are moving it won't be just for the rich as almost anyone could book a cruise for a few hours. But the report highlights the very troubling notion that just 30 km offshore one my get picked up by Iranian partrol and jailed for months! Food for thought--excellent website.

My overall take on the report, however, is that it could have a lot more positive things to say. Even with the backed up opinions, I don't see life in the UAE nearly as negative as portrayed.

...and by the way, anyone interested had better check out the link before it gets blocked!