wait, this is what Dorothy wanted to come back to?

[aruan]

Today, we discovered the practical aspects of Abu Dhabi's towering concrete jungle besides overpriced apartments: protection from the sun, which is coming to bear down nicely, thanks, and shelter from wind, which is sandy even when a sandstorm isn't going on. Tomorrow? A sturdy parasol.

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That's a bit... pricey.

[science-vixen.livejournal.com]

Eep, If I understand the article correctly.
A 3 bedroom apartment in 2006 had a Dh127,000 rent (€ 20271.35 / $ 29506.98). I presume that is annual, but still a bit steep.
Also with a 15% yearly legal cap, that would still mean prices are 32.25% higher by now (Dh 167957.50 / € 26808.86 / $ 39022,98)

Please tell me this is an annual rent price...

Regarding Dorothy

[science-vixen.livejournal.com]

You should listen to Dorothy by Seanan McGuire.

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