Former The Apprentice contestant Luisa Zissman has declared she is 'absolutely loving' her new life in Dubai after relocating with her family and horses, though a fiery confrontation with a fellow reality television star provided an early hiccup.
A Luxurious New Chapter in the UAE
Recording from her new home in the United Arab Emirates for the latest episode of her LuAnna podcast, co-hosted with Anna Williamson, the 38-year-old entrepreneur painted a picture of a supremely convenient lifestyle. Zissman revealed her horses are stabled at a facility in Abu Dhabi owned by royalty, necessitating a daily drive to visit them.
She enthusiastically described the perks of Dubai living, including a nail technician who makes house calls and a remarkable instance where she had false eyelashes and lipstick delivered in just 11 minutes on New Year's Eve. 'I was just like... I'm never leaving this place. It's revolutionary,' she gushed.
Poolside Explosion with a Secret Star
However, the transition has not been entirely smooth. Zissman recounted a dramatic bust-up at a swimming pool on Monday, where she was confronted by a 'really rude' and 'high profile' woman she chose not to name.
The argument began after Luisa had waited over an hour for a food order. Seeing a waiter carrying trays, she politely enquired if it was her meal. A woman several sunbeds away then erupted. 'This woman, lips like a baboon's a***hole honestly I've never seen so much filler in someone's face in my life,' Zissman quipped on the podcast.
'She was like "Excuse me you're so rude",' Luisa explained, expressing confusion at the woman's anger. The unnamed star allegedly told Zissman she should have introduced herself properly, saying 'hi guys how are you happy new year'.
It was only later a friend informed Luisa that the individual was a reality star with 4.4 million followers. 'I had no idea who I just knew it was a rude b**** with too much filler in her face and her a***,' Zissman stated.
Family Life and Future Plans
Discussing her reasons for leaving the UK, Zissman cited a desire for a better quality of life, blaming rising crime and the weather as key factors. Her Irish millionaire husband, Andrew Collin, had already moved to the UAE.
Her eldest daughter, 15-year-old Dixie from her previous marriage to Oliver Zissman, will remain at boarding school in Britain to finish her education. The family has also welcomed a new toy poodle puppy, much to the children's delight.
Zissman reassured listeners that her popular podcast will continue despite the relocation, with flights booked to co-host in person until at least September. 'I just felt like block booking,' she said, vowing to build up the air miles.
Despite the poolside drama, Luisa concluded that almost everyone in Dubai has been lovely, cementing her positive view of the emirate as her new home.
