Quote from d08:
Some Americans are just plain hilarious. Do you know what American borders are like? I guess you don't. If they'd only throw my passport around, I'd be happy! Plenty of Americans are living across Europe who are fairly content, haven't heard any complain about being treated badly.
For the OP, Dubai would be good as there is a big Pakistani population, so one could mingle among their own if wishing to do so - would be a home away from home situation.
Yes. Dubai seems most reasonable so far. Plus the added attraction of a home visit an hour's flight away. I suppose i'd have to visit soon to gauge the quality of those dubai arcades and whether they are professional and safe enough
...LOL... Back then you could get cheap hotels... I don't know how much appartments would have been.