Flamingos

Flamingos

There are thousands of flamingos hidden in the middle of Dubai. The Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, not so far from downtown Dubai, is home to these fascinating birds during the winter months.

Even as we pull up to the car park we can see just how many birds are here today.… Read the rest

Crusty Demons

Crusty Demons at the Coca Cola Arena

Crusty Demons at the Coca Cola Arena is a freestyle motocross (FMX) show along the lines of BMX meets Las Vegas.

“Renowned for making the impossible happen, Crusty Demons continues to make headlines around the world, decades after their inception, with world record jumps and countless stunts that were previously thought impossible.”

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Al Forsan Cable Water Skiing

Al Forsan Water Skiing

A day in Abu Dhabi sees us at the purpose built Al Forsan. This sports and entertainment venue is based around a Marriott Hotel with equestrian, go karting and two cable waterski lakes.

This is action packed adventure!… Read the rest

The Cat Café

The Cat Café

Okay, so The Cat Café does not necessarily involve dressing up, there are no cocktails in sight and it’s not really a travel destination. I do rather enjoy a new city or a nice night out. I also enjoy a quiet night in, however, preferably snuggled up on the couch with my beautiful cat, Oskar, or my other (human) boys, at a pinch.… Read the rest

Canberra For Beginners

Canberra by balloon

Most people don’t see Canberra as a tourist destination, but when I was recently asked by a friend for some recommendations for a few days in the the Nation’s Capital, I couldn’t decide where to start. So here are my top picks and advice for discovering Canberra for the first time.… Read the rest

Museum Of The Future

Museum of the Future

Ready for a journey into the future? Museum of the Future launches us forward in time to 2071 where we discover what the world might look like a generation or two from now. We discover Earth from space, new generation wellness, DNA libraries and future play.… Read the rest

Camel Racing: Triumph on the Track

Camel Races

Well after the city skyline has melted into desert sands, we encounter the Dubai Camel Racing Club which showcases the Emirati tradition of camel racing.

Like horse racing, this sport is the passion of sheikhs (kings), locals and the community alike and has been integral to the region’s traditions for centuries.… Read the rest

Al Seef District: Old Dubai

Al Seef District: Old Dubai

Al Seef Historic District, located in old Dubai is in fact, rather new. Sitting adjacent to Al Fahidi, another historic area of the city, Al Seef hugs 1.8km of Dubai Creek’s shoreline. The 2.5m square foot Meraas development was launched late in 2017.… Read the rest

Dubai Frame

Dubai Frame

The Dubai Frame. Never has the New World had such a pensive representation of the passing of time from the Old World.

This 150m high architectural landmark, located in Zabeel Park, has been described as “the biggest picture frame on the planet”, framing (from the right vantage point) the view from old town to new (and vice versa).… Read the rest

Expo 2020: UAE, Egypt and the USA

UAE Pavillion

Exploring Expo 2020 is like discovering another world. A world filled with innovation, education, peace, harmony, delight and wonder. A place to discover possibilities for sustainability, mobility and opportunity. The best of us and our world in one place.… Read the rest