Yes of course! I think you’re thinking about Saudi Arabia - although women can drive there too now (since 2018 actually). Unmarried couples can live together. You are supposed to dress modestly in public places but this is not observed - people dress the same as in the UK. I wouldn’t kiss on the lips in a public place though.
There is a synagogue in the UAE - in Abu Dhabi actually (which is an hour down the road) - it’s part of the Abrahamic Family House which is three buildings - a church, a mosque and a synagogue and lots of cafes in the middle. I love the idea of it, they are open for worship but also have a program of classes and events so you can learn about the different faiths.
Lots of stuff feels very western, everyone speaks English, all signs etc are in English, it’s all very modern, cosmopolitan, loads of international people. They keep lifting restrictions - they want expats to settle here. They love Halloween - which was surprising to me!
I totally understand your itchy feet - I think there’s also something rejuvenating in packing up your life and moving it and starting again - it’s so exciting, hard but really rewarding. You must feel that way too if you’ve done it so many times!