Once you have agreed on your contract in principle, it would be a good idea to visit Dubai before finally relocating there. The best option would be if your employer in Dubai provides you with an introduction trip as a part of the contract. If they don’t, then you can go on your own. That will worth it.
I definitely recommend you taking your spouse with you when you go to Dubai, just because she or he might not like Dubai city and you won’t be able to do anything about it. There is nothing wrong with the city or the Middle East, it is just different.
