flydubai: New Flight from Dubai to Bodrum and Trabzon in Turkey
byWhilst the pandemic is still going on and that travel has been significantly slowed down in certain parts of the world, the Middle East has remained flexible with travel, but…
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Abu Dhabi Welcomes Global Tourism Again: International travellers from select countries will no longer need to quarantine (Last Updated March 22 2021)
byTraveller will be able to travel to Abu Dhabi without quarantine. After tourism being open in Dubai, Abu Dhabi has followed the lead and will reopen to international travellers starting…
Travel to Portugal at Tasca by Jose Avillez, at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
byPortuguese cuisine has been a big part of my family life since I was a young child. It is rather common that Brazilian households during special occasions will serve the…
Glamping in Abu Dhabi: Experience an Unique Retreat at Hudayriyat
byWhat is better than to lie down and watch the stars?! You will be able to do at Abu Dhabi’s latest glamping destination, Bab Al Nojoum, located just 20 minutes…
Brazilian Churrascaria in Dubai at Fogueira
byBefore going into details about my experience during Fogueira’s Big Brazilian Brunch, I think it’s my civic duty as a Brazilian person to explain our national cuisine. With that in…
Specialty Coffeehouse in Dubai at Kava and Chai
byLooking for a comforting afternoon coffee or an energizing breakfast? You need to look no further. Head to one of Kava and Chai’s several locations around Dubai and enjoy specialty…
The Meydan Hotel: Off to the Races, Discovering Meydan
byDeparting Dubai’s main roads and heading into Meydan means to drift away from the city’s busy lifestyle and to step into an adventure inspired by the love of horse racing…
Argentina Grill Dubai: Enjoy an Argentinian Experience over The Pointe Fountains
byThere are certain restaurants where you go to enjoy a super delicious meal, while others you go for the atmosphere and the location they’re at. There’s only a few places…
Theatre of Digital Arts Dubai: Make Wednesday a long night out in White
byA different way to spend an evening in Dubai with friends at the multi-sensory, multi-media immersive Theatre of Digital Art at the Souk Madinat Jumeirah singing along to Christmas tunes…
Sunset Flow at The Sontaya, St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
byInspired by the shimmering sunsets over the Arabian Gulf, Sontaya at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort has launched Sunset Flow, a celebration of its exquisite ambiance, in collaboration with Pommery Champagne….
New in Dubai: Taiko by Schilo van Coevorden
byA little over a year ago, I fell in love with Amsterdam. Everything about that city set my soul on fire – from the weather during summer, to its people,…
Stargazing Experience in Ras Al Khaimah with a moonlight camel ride at the Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
byDo you want to travel out of Dubai, but don’t want to fly anywhere? How does planning a few days in Ras Al Khaimah for some fun activities whilst relaxing…
AWAY Spa at W Dubai, The Palm: Don’t miss out on 50% Off on all Massages
byYou have seen it right, there is no trap, the W Dubai – The Palm is inviting residents of the UAE to enjoy a relaxing, unconventional spa experience, with 50%…
WHITE Beach & Restaurant at the Atlantis, The Palm celebrates 1 year anniversary
byWith this perfect weather in Dubai, time to make your way to this Palm’s beachside venue, WHITE Beach & Restaurant as it celebrates its 1 year anniversary! Located on the…
Yoga at Dubai’s The Green Planet with Core Direction
byFor the Dubai Fitness Challenge, it is now possible to go for a 60-minute yoga and meditation class hosted exclusively at The Green Planet in partnership with wellness experts at…
New Rooftop Pool Bar in Dubai at Missippi’s Pool Bar & Social Hub
byThere is a new rooftop pool bar in Dubai located on the rooftop of Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai and it’s only waiting for you! Missippi’s concept come from the minds…
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi launches all-new Roof Walk and Zip Line experiences
byFor its 10th anniversary, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi launched two new thrilling experiences, the Roof Walk and a Zip Line. With the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Roof Walk experience, guests can scale the Park’s signature red roof…
Luxury Tents in the Desert with Ritz Carlton Al Wadi
byAre you planning a trip to Dubai? How does planning a few days in Ras Al Khaimah for some fun activities whilst relaxing after in luxury tents in the desert…
5 things to do at La Mer this season in Dubai
byWith things opening up slowly, great deals are available to entice people to go out and about again! La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination with shoreline restaurants, award-winning licensed bars…
In-Resort credits for the cost of the PCR Covid-19 test for guests of The Atlantis, The Palm
byThe iconic Atlantis The Palm has made travel easier by offering International travellers who stay five nights or more the opportunity to claim back the cost of their departure PCR…
A Pet-Friendly Getaway at the Radisson Hotel RED Dubai Silicon Oasis
byIn search of a pet-friendly staycation in Dubai, I stumbled upon the Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis. Located at Dubai Digital Park, in Dubai’s first-ever smart city project built with…
Driving to the UAE Mountains and Fossil Rock
bySometimes, we decide to go for a ride in the mountains of the UAE. Since we started to go camp in the desert with the crew, we always look forward to see some…
Staycation in Dubai: Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai Special Packages for Rooms, Spa and Pool Access
byRenaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai is a 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of Downtown Dubai. Since many of us are not really travelling, hotels in the United Arab Emirates have…
Al Hamra launches The Clubhouse Ras Al Khaimah
byThe Sailing Club of Ras Al Khaimah has recently launched its new concept the Clubhouse. It is located in Al Hamra Village, set by the Arabian sea. The new family-friendly…
Staycation at Andaz Dubai The Palm
byAnother new hotel in Dubai? Not just any because the Andaz brand, housed within the World of Hyatt, specializes in high-end boutique hotels with very unique designs at each of its locations…
Marriott International Promotion Packages in the UAE
byAs Dubai reopens for tourism and many local residents are craving for a vacation, Marriott International has launched new promotion packages to invite people to rediscover the UAE across its…
The Ajman Tourism Board in the UAE challenges people to participate in a Virtual Marathon
byThe Ajman Tourism Board announced the launch of Ajman Half Marathon, which provides the opportunity to participate in 10 km or half marathon 21.1 km, and aims to attract 500…
New Restaurant in Dubai: Hanami at Andaz the Palm Dubai
byThe streets of Tokyo have come to Palm Jumeirah with Japanese gastropub Hanami serving delicious street-style food. This will be the new ‘it’ place, perfect place for good food…
Stay Curious and Travel to Abu Dhabi Virtually
byAs the world is on hold and that we can’t travel yet, tourism boards like The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi have launched a series of education…
Travel From Home: Visit Dubai through 360 Virtual Tours
byAs travel has been tremendously affected by the pandemic, travel has taken a literal 180 degrees turn. Travel has proven to be a cure to anxiety and burnouts for many…
Road Trip to Shuweihat Island in the UAE
byAre you living in the UAE or simply visit Abu Dhabi or Dubai? If you are an adventurer, go rent a car and hit the road as the United Arab…
Pearl Diving in the United Arab Emirates: A hidden gem to discover
byVisiting Dubai? Think it is all about fast cars, tall buildings, luxurious hotels and kebabs? No No No, you have to know the real United Arab Emirates by experiencing local…
Hatta Sedr Trailers: Glamping in Dubai and the rugged mountains of Hatta
byDubai is not all about its tall skyscrapers and shopping malls. In fact, we like to say that Dubai and the United Arab Emirates are beautiful and full of options…
Seafood Kitchen at The Pointe Palm Jumeirah
byThe Pointe has become one of my favourite dining areas in Dubai offering a scening view to the popular Atlantis Hotel. During the day as much as the night, the…
Ladies Night in Dubai at Ammos, Rixos Premium JBR
byNot all ladies nights must be rowdy and boozy! Sometimes all you want is to sit back, relax, eat and have a glass of wine. At Ammos, the Greek restaurant…
Vegan in Dubai: Bounty Beats
byWith the rise of demand for healthy eating and veganism, Bounty Beats hits the spot with a menu full of healthy options including plant-based options for those who are vegan….
MAZI: Authentic Greek @ St. Regis Saadiyat Hotel
byMAZI at the St. Regis is the first branch of the Greek restaurant outside of London. Mazi means “together” in Greek and the restaurant doesn’t serve you the simple typical…
Vegan in Dubai: SEVA
byIf you are a Dubai resident and that you are vegan, you probably know Life N One, which now has been rebranded as SEVA. Same ownership, just some additions in…
From Vienna to Dubai: Le Burger offers a rich menu of burgers, even for vegans!
byAustrian chain Le Burger opened its first UAE branch next to Ski Dubai at the Mall of the Emirates. Le Burger is a family-run gourmet, famous in Vienna for offering more…
Sunset Yoga in Dubai at the Ritz-Carlton, Dubai in JBR
byIf you want to find and excuse for nice views and yoga, join Ritz-Carlton Dubai in JBR’s new monthly sunset yoga in partnership with Rituals Cosmetics. The group yoga sessions…
Indochine Dubai: French-Vietnamese Celebrity Hotspot in NYC now open in Dubai
byIf you’ve visited NYC, you probably have read in many guides to go eat and hang at Indochine, where celebrities of the likes of Cindy Crawford, Mick Jagger, Naomi Campbell,…
Chalet Berezka: Russian Restaurant in Dubai with a view at The Pointe
byIn such a multicultural city like Dubai with a big population of Russian Expats, expect to find good Russian Cuisine available! As a fan myself of Russian cuisine, don’t ask…
Valentine’s Day MasterChef style in Dubai
byThere are many plans available for V-day in Dubai but if your other half is a fan of the MasterChef show, we have THE ideal plan for you. Join the…
St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi: Mediterranean luxury in the Middle East
bySaadiyat Island is home to many great hotel properties nestled by its clear turquoise waters. We have made our way to stay at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island and experience…
Eat in Dubai: Tucano, Brazilian Churrascaria
byFeeling like some good meat? If you are a meat-lover, there is a new churrascaria Brazilian joint that opened at The Pointe The Palm. At Tucano, Chef Rodrigo Ramos brings…
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island: Blue Water like in the Maldives right in Abu Dhabi
byWith the few days we had in the United Arab Emirates, we whisked our way down the road to the nation’s capital Abu Dhabi, to go to one of the…
Road Trip with GMC Arabia to the Hatta Sedr Trailers in Dubai
byWe have just come back from a GMC Arabia Sierra activation in the mountains of Hatta. We were there for a test drive of the vehicles and to see how…
Waldorf Astoria Dubai in DIFC
byWe checked-in the Waldorf Astoria in DIFC, Dubai’s Financial District, late in the evening, tired, jet-lagged and in need of a good shower. We were met by smiling faces that…
Travel & Fitness: Move this Ramadan with Four Season Hotels
byThere are regular travellers and travellers that need their fitness whilst of the road. As avid active travellers, fitting in a workout during our luxury stay is a must, mostly when…
10 tickets up for grabs for the Aquaventure After Dark at Atlantis The Palm Dubai
byYou read it right, we have 10 tickets to give, so 10 of you can get the chance to go paaarrrrrty and have some fun at the Aquaventure After Dark at the…
Ziplining in Ras Al Khaimah
byYou are looking to zipline in Ras Al Khaimah? You’ve found the right page! Living in Dubai can seem not adventurous with its sky scrapers, but you can actually drive…
Things to do in Dubai during winter
byWinters are amazing times in the UAE as well as many other places in the Middle East. With summers being very hot and almost impossible to do many outdoor activities,…
List of Best Co-working spaces in Dubai
byAs digital nomads it is important for us to know great coffee shops and spaces where we can do some work. Dubai is a city in the Middle East full…
Top Things to do in Madinat Jumeirah Dubai
byIf you are living in Dubai or just visiting, you must know that there are indeed a plethora of places to visit. However, all the attractions quite far from each…
Wellness Getaway at Al Maha Resort @ Timeless Spa
byIf you are looking for spa treatments in Dubai, well … you know the real situation, SO MANY OPTIONS! Every hotel has one and many of them provide quality massage…
Aquatrek: Swim with the sharks and mantas at the Atlantis Dubai
byEver dreamed of swimming with the sharks or simply being under water with the sea life? Well in Dubai, at the Atlantis The Palm Dubai, you can not only dive…
Check-in: InterContinental Fujairah
byFujairah is more famously known for Snoopy Island, the best place in the United Arab Emirates to do some snorkelling. Great news now because not too far from it, this luxurious…
Dubai has a Human Slingshot pointing straight into the waters
byYup, Dubai has a Human Slingshot pointing straight into the water like you’re getting thrown into the deep sea with no return 😛 ! This Human Slingshot is the latest work…
The complete guide for Expats in Dubai
byYou have landed on the latest update online of a Dubai Expat Guide (2018). This guide will have everything you need to know about Dubai, followed by resource pages to…
Living in Dubai
byYou’ve seen pictures, you watched some videos, you commented on our page and you wondered one thing: “What is it like to live in Dubai?” All your questions answered in…
Best Places to Run in Dubai
byWe know that summer is coming around again soon and there seems to be that mad scramble with everyone trying to get back into their “Summer Body.” We also have…
Things to know before moving to Dubai
byThinking of a move to Dubai? There is so much you need to know! This article is about things you should know before moving to Dubai. We cover the serious…
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa: A journey in the Dubai dunes
byThe Middle East region boats of beautiful properties to satisfy a wide range of travellers looking for refuge in unique properties with adjacent experiences and service. As a mission to…
Earn Emirates Skywards miles when renting a car with Hertz Car Rentals
byFor anyone living in the Middle East and Dubai (or simply flying often), it’s essential to accumulate Emirates Skywards miles! With the loyalty program getting better every year, it has…
Landscape change 45 minutes from Dubai at the Oberoi Al Zorah
byIt’s done, it’s 100% open, The Oberoi Al Zorah adds itself to the list of luxury hotels you must stay at in the UAE. So you are looking for a…