Meghan O’Riordan

Meghan O’Riordan is a 29-year-old software sales professional originally from Co Meath, Ireland, who has been living in Dubai since 2023. Recently in the news for her experiences during the unrest caused by Iranian air strikes on the UAE, she returned home briefly on an evacuation flight after her parents expressed concern for her safety. Despite the regional tensions, Meghan is drawn to the vibrant lifestyle in Dubai, which she affectionately calls 'Barbieland' due to its shiny, glamorous ambiance. She finds that living in the UAE offers numerous opportunities and a lifestyle that is not feasible for her back in Ireland, expressing no plans to return permanently.