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It is customary for many Emiratis to stay with their families even after marriage, but this columnist chose to move out. Getty Images
It is customary for many Emiratis to stay with their families even after marriage, but this columnist chose to move out. Getty Images
Why I skirted Emirati tradition and moved out of my parents’ house after marriage
The expectation regionally is to remain at home until owning a property of your own