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…
Dubai
Based in Dubai, we are dedicated to feature places we go to eat, play and experience. We share useful information, tips & tricks, handy for old/new residents of the Emirate! Do not hesitate to comment or tweet us on things you would like to see on AdventureFaktory. You can also contact us at [email protected]
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
WHITE Beach & Restaurant at the Atlantis, The Palm
byWith the perfect weather coming up in Dubai, there is a new beachside venue, WHITE Beach & Restaurant you can visit from the 23rd November 2019. It is located on…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The other side of Dubai you must see
byWhat to do in Dubai? Well take a break from the glitz and glamour and come see what Old Dubai has to offer. Yes Dubai is known for its tall…
Hacks for fabulous hair this summer by Maria Dowling
byNow we’re about to kick back and enjoy our summer hols or upcoming Eid, whether it’s a backpacking adventure or a 5-star luxury resort, your hair needs to be looking…
Dubai from the sky with Seawings
byOne of the first things we wanted to do when we got to Dubai is to see what it looks like from the air. Many options are available such as…
Ritz-Carlton Dubai: Your home in the city right by JBR beach
byYou must be wondering why we think the Ritz-Carlton would be your home in Dubai? Situated right at the end of the strip of Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR), the Ritz-Carlton…
Spend a full day at the Palace Downtown in Dubai
byWith the hustle and bustle of Dubai, we get tired so quickly and often seek to escape. Escapes don’t always need to be via a stay-cation, it can also be…
The longest urban zip line in the world is in Dubai Marina
byWhen you hear Dubai you are usually expecting grand things. You’ve got it right, the XDubai team, after have created in the past a zip-line going across the Dubai dancing…
Shangri-La Dubai: An urban spa haven
byThere are plenty of business travellers in Dubai and most of them prefer to stay close to Dubai Downtown. On Sheikh Zayed Road, the major highway of the Emirate, there…
Retreat The Palm by MGallery: A complete wellness journey in Dubai
byEver had a problem of combining a lavish stay while still taking care of yourself physically and mentally? The Retreat on the Dubai Palm have discovered a gap in the…
Iftar experience on the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2
byPrior to its grand opening planned for October 2018, the famous Queen Elizabeth 2 has been opening its doors an Arabian Majlis offering a wonderful Iftar and Suhoor experience. The…
Free classes to stay active during Ramadan in Dubai
byAs health and fitness is a focus to more and more of Dubais’ residents, even though it is Ramadan, many establishments are encouraging people to stay active and this by…
Iftars you need to try when visiting Dubai
byIf you are traveling to Dubai for this upcoming month until Thursday June 14th, you will be right into Ramadan. Although some restaurants stay open, you should try the Iftar experience,…
Laguna Waterpark at La Mer Dubai
byThere is a new waterpark in Dubai and it is at La Mer. Finally people living around Downtown has a cool version of The Beach JBR but better and with…
10 Things you can do during Ramadan in Dubai
byAre you visiting Dubai during Ramadan? Is it your first Ramadan in Dubai as an expatriate? Breaking the myth that nothing happens during Ramadan, we would like to highlight a diversified list…
6 Things to do in Old Dubai
byWhat are the things to do in Old Dubai? This guide is not about the landmarks to see in Dubai, but places you should know to go grab a bite,…
Destroy things and release your anger at Smash Room Dubai
byEver had such a bad day where all you wanted to do was go and break stuff? One of those days when you don’t want to wake up? A place…
Go At the Top of the Burj Khalifa
byOnce upon a time, a great mind in Dubai decided to create a meet-up group around Twitter. He called them TweetUpDXB. Bringing the community back to life, TweetUpDXB team finally…
Stay for free at the Atlantis, here’s how! (Thank you Social Media Suite)
byHave you ever wanted to stay in one of the world’s most well known hotels at no cost? The iconic Atlantis Hotel on the Dubai Palm in celebration of hitting…
Learning how to Kite in Dubai w/ Kite Zone
byDubai might be firstly known for its glitz and glamour, but forget about it. You make Dubai the way you want it to be and it can be quite fun…
Afternoon tea in Dubai at the Palace Downtown Hotel
byBreakfast, lunch, dinner. This is what we are used to, but it is now the time to get used to afternoon teas! I’m saying this because I’m from Montréal, Canada…
You must visit this hidden gem in Old Dubai
byIf you are visiting Dubai, you have to take some time to spend at Al Bastakiya, a beautiful artsy meets heritage neighbourhood in Old Dubai, situated on the Deira Creek side…
FlyDubai to the Maldives
byDubai is a marvellous place to be based to travel. The best airlines are based in the region and they go absolutely everywhere around the planet. It is truly a…
What to wear in Dubai: everything you need to know before travelling
byYou’ve just booked your holiday to Dubai or thinking about it. You find yourself being very unsure about what to wear in Dubai and what to pack for the trip….
Check-in: Manzil Downtown Dubai
byThe daily grind of Dubai (heat, traffic, work) is enough to drive even the most headstrong people crazy, so every now and then we love to get away with a…
Staycation at W Hotel Dubai, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection
byWhat to do in this Dubai summer heat if you can’t really escape? How about a full weekend to get into the world of Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection and discover…
Healthy Morning Routine @ Le Meridien Mina Seyahi
byWe love to combine travel + health. Dubai isn’t just about glitz and glamour. If you need to stay active, many sports clubs and establishments will offer you active activities. At…
Full Moon Yoga At The Fairmont The Palm Dubai
byAdventureFaktory went to The Fairmont The Palm Dubai for a Full Moon Yoga session, which has and stellar view of the Dubai Marina buildings. Each full moon you can come…
Check-In: Dusit Thani Dubai
byDiscover what it is like to Stay, Eat, Have fun and Relax in Dubai at Dusit Thani Dubai, the Thai themed hotel chain located just across the road from the famous…
World-First Hot Air Balloon & Falconry
byWe have always wanted to do some hot air balloon adventures and the occasion arrived right on time! Recently we had been invited to experience the Land Rover’s MYLAND Falconry experience…
INKED: This Is Not a Restaurant
byWell you probably heard of it, INKED. It’s absolutely NOT a Restaurant but a special concept that will be hosting many other dinner series. Last November 26-29th, INKED hosted their…
E-gate with Emirates ID now works in Dubai Airport Terminal 1
byAfter using the E-Gate 2 times now with our Emirates ID card, we can officially confirm you that it is now working at Terminal 1! So instead of waiting in queue…
Dubai’s luxury Polo Estate and Boutique Resort, Desert Palm Dubai
byBefore heading into the wild (literally… to Kenya), we made sure we relaxed and recharged our batteries. We went to spend some quality time not too far from our homes…
Healthy Eating: Our little Detox Delight pack
byDuring previous Ramadan, we tried to fast but when we were not, we needed to make sure we are eating quality food. We have fitness goals at the moment and…
Sofitel The Palm x Privilee
byThe Sofitel Dubai Palm Beach Resort is an extravagantly designed hotel with all the luxury trimmings. Its feature piece is the 500m of pristine white sand beach gazing back at…
Bounce Middle East
byAs it heats up in Dubai, we are looking for cool indoor places to continue our fit and fun activities during the summer. We have had quite a few friends…
SUP Fitness for girls @ RIVA Beach Club
byWe are always looking for new things to do in Dubai and share with you the coolest things to experience and do to stay in great shape, but most importantly,…
Emirati Cooking Class @ Culinary Boutique
byEmirati Cuisine? What? Yes please! We never had the occasion to find a local restaurant serving genuine Emirati cuisine, but we got invited to cook it instead at the Culinary Boutique,…
Piknic Electronik Dubai
byAs we stumbled through our Facebook newsfeed, it came to our attention that Piknic Electronik Dubai existed and was at its 2nd edition. Coming from Montreal, I was so excited…
Ziplining through the Dubai Fountains
byThe Xline is all over the radio on Virgin station, it’s trending, being flooded with views and comments on Instagram & Facebook. XDubai has come up with another crazy adventure activity by…
Stand Up Paddleboard in Dubai
byOne of the activities we have been hooked on recently since we have been overseas is Stand Up Paddle Boarding, or SUP‘ing for short. We have used it as a great…
Kayaking in Dubai
byFeeling like some active activities in Dubai? You can go to Riva Beach Club to do some Paddle-boarding or Kayaking. It is situated on the Palm Jumeirah. It is easy…