So thats why when im at a store or restaurant and say thanks and smile, and be genuine they seem surprised....

whats with speaking so loudly into cell phones here? if people cant hear dont they know to just turn up the volume? I dont understand why people here in dubai have this urge for everyone around them to know their personal business.... granted i cant speak the language and dont know their business anyway... but still, whats the deal?

in the states... most of the time, when people are on the phone they try to keep it as private as possible.