Former Apprentice star and influencer Luisa Zissman has given fans an exclusive look into her lavish new life in Dubai, showcasing her impressive home and garden while preparing for a major New Year's Eve celebration.
A Grand Tour and a Last-Minute Panic
The 38-year-old, who relocated her family from the UK to the United Arab Emirates earlier this month, took to social media on Wednesday to share her excitement. In a video, she presented her incredible garden, which features a deep, long swimming pool and a mezzanine terrace. While getting ready for her party, Luisa had a momentary crisis, realising she had no lipstick. She swiftly ordered some online, praising Dubai's efficiency when it arrived at her door just ten minutes later. "Everything here is so convenient, it's insane," she gushed.
Party Plans and a UK Friendship Exodus
Luisa revealed that about 40 guests were expected for the festivities, which were being organised by a party planner named Sophia. She expressed surprise at her large social circle in the emirate, stating, "Weirdly we've got more friends in Dubai now than England because everybody has fled England." The party was set to span two levels: a natural vibe in the garden and a disco-themed dance floor with a DJ on the roof terrace, complete with heaters for the cooler evening. She also boasted stunning views of the Dubai skyline, perfect for watching the annual fireworks display, and showed off a fully stocked bar being prepared by staff.
The Reasons Behind the Relocation
Luisa had previously explained her family's decision to leave the UK, citing a desire for a better quality of life. She specifically blamed rising crime rates and the British weather as key factors in her choice. Her Irish millionaire husband, Andrew Collin, had already moved to the UAE. The relocation was a complex operation, involving arranging visas for two nannies who moved with them and, most stressfully, organising the transport of their five horses, which cost a staggering £25,000.
Her eldest daughter, 15-year-old Dixie from her previous marriage to Oliver Zissman, will remain in the UK to finish her education at boarding school. Despite the move, Luisa reassured fans that her popular podcast, LuAnna, co-hosted with Anna Williamson, will continue. She has flights booked to record in person until at least September, vowing to build up air miles to keep the show going.
The family marked the end of the stressful moving process with a week's relaxation in the Maldives before embarking on their new Arabian adventure.
