Travel, life, loves and laughs.
A date night somewhere new sees us at Venus Ristorante, Caesar’s Palace. Located on Dubai’s Bluewaters Island, this is one of Dubai’s hotspots. With a wide selection of restaurants and views back across the water to JBR’s stunning skyline, it is a beautiful night to be out on the town.… Read the rest
A 70th birthday is worth a little fuss and at The Vintage Brunch, we were able to celebrate in the style that this milestone deserves.
Located at the stunning Jumeriah Al Qasr, The Vintage Brunch takes place in the Arboretum.… Read the rest
This spa-cation at The Ritz Carlton, Dubai is not to be missed. Nothing says spa or vacation quite like this luxury chain where you’re guaranteed to feel a world away, even if in reality it’s only a couple of kilometers.… Read the rest
The Greenroom does a mean traditional English roast. It’s not what immediately comes to mind on a 48°C day in Dubai. Nevertheless, we find ourselves here for an afternoon of multiple pool(s), table soccer and Sunday roasts.
Arriving from the heat of the afternoon into the cool bistro style of The Greenroom, we are promptly seated although not quite ready for dinner.… Read the rest
It’s time for some Marina cruising. My Uncle & Aunt are visiting from Australia on their Fly By Dubai visit. They’re heading home after a month long whirlwind tour of Europe and have only three days to explore all Dubai has to offer.… Read the rest
A trifecta of a meal at CÉ LA VI. This award winning restaurant deserves all the accolades. Set on the 54th floor of the Address Sky Views, CÉ LA VI overlooks the iconic Burj Khalifa. There are also views of Dubai’s downtown from the restaurant and over towards the sea from the restaurant’s express lift.… Read the rest
Far from its New York Chinatown namesake, Mott 32 is Dubai’s most recent and perhaps most spectacular Chinese offering. We arrive on the 73rd floor of The Address Resort and the first thing I notice is the Hollywood Glamour take on Art Deco.… Read the rest
My Aunt and Uncle are stopping over in Dubai on their return home from a Europe summer vacation. It’s the usual fly by Dubai, a few days layover on the way to or from somewhere else. It’s not a bad way to get a taste for Dubai.… Read the rest
Björn Again is playing at Dubai Opera and a friend rounds us up for a night of ABBA fun.
It’s crazy to think that this ABBA musical tribute has been around since 1988 when the band that it is dedicated to is only a bit over a decade older.… Read the rest
All days are an adventure. Mother’s Day 2023 proves to be another day filled with the mix of love, joy and frustration that are reflected in most days, for most mothers.
I’m allowed to sleep in.… Read the rest