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    Forget Florida. Retirees Are Moving Overseas and Settling Down in Dubai.

    When many people in the U.S. think of retirement, they often imagine the wide beaches and crystalline waters of Florida. However, more and more retirees are being lured by more far-flung locales, such as the ritzy city of Dubai.

    The UAE metropolis has had a surge in pensioners looking to relocate abroad, and for some pretty compelling reasons, too. Aside from year-round sunshine, the gleaming urban desert paradise is known for its dazzling skyline, beautiful beaches, internationally acclaimed golf courses, and bustling arts and culture scene. Another chief attraction is the country’s citizenship programs, which make securing long-term residency available through investing in real estate.  

    “Although Dubai is not a typical retirement destination like Greece and Spain, we are seeing an increasing number of retirees settling in Dubai,” Maximilian Stamm, head of Engel & Völkers Private Office EMEA, tells Mansion Global. “Recent changes in government regulations have enabled residents to secure long-term golden visas and residencies, making it easier for retirees to stay in the city.” 

    Full-time and part-time retirees have a variety of housing options, from amenity-rich high-rise condos to swanky beachfront villas and epic mega-mansions. Prices range from $800,000 to more than $10 million, depending on the home’s size and the neighborhood. “Retirees seeking opulent living experiences usually live in Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai Marina, Dubai Hills Estates, and Downtown Dubai,” Stamm adds. “These locations offer breathtaking views, accessibility to world-class amenities, and various leisure activities.” 

    More retirees are moving overseas and buying property in Dubai.

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    According to Honey Deylami, executive partner at Luxhabitat Sotheby’s International Realty in Dubai, branded residences are especially popular among retirees because of their five-star hotel-like offerings. Think on-site wellness facilities, Olympic-sized swimming pools, tennis courts, and lavish spas. Recently, a not-yet-built penthouse sold for a record-breaking $115 million. The unit is located within the Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab resort, which will feature a 387-room hotel, 82 residences, and a superyacht marina when it’s complete. 

    For active types, the Arabian city has no shortage of recreational options, including horseback riding, golf, indoor skiing, padel tennis, and kayaking. And if your goal is to simply relax and enjoy your golden years, you’ve got one of the world’s most glamorous cities at your fingertips. “From swanky rooftop bars to trendy Michelin-starred restaurants, the city truly offers a vibrant social scene that caters to all tastes,” notes Stamm.   More

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    30,000 Square Foot Home In Dubai (PHOTOS)

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    Listed with Leigh Borg of Luxhabitat Sotheby’s International Realty
    LOCATION: Emirates Hills, Dubai, UAE
    SQUARE FOOTAGE: 30,000
    BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS: 6 bedrooms & 7 bathrooms
    PRICE: AED 190,000,000
    This villa is located in Emirates Hills, Dubai, UAE. It features approximately 30,000 square feet of living space with 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, atrium foyer, elevator, formal living & dining rooms, gourmet kitchen, family room, 2 offices, wet bar, wine cellar, home theater, gym, barber shop, massage room, subterranean garage and more. More

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    Incredible Dubai Villa with Party Lounge & Snow Room (PHOTOS)

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    Listed with Stephan Hirzel of LUXHABITAT Sotheby’s International Realty
    LOCATION: Sweden Island, The World, Dubai, UAE
    SQUARE FOOTAGE: 22,000
    BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS: 7 bedrooms & 10 bathrooms
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    This beachfront villa is located on the island of Sweden in the man-made World Islands development in Dubai, UAE. More