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
Asateer: Suhoor at Atlantis
Atlantis does things properly and Suhoor, presented in the Asateer tent, is no exception. The tent, decoration and location are nothing if not remarkable. In fact, ‘tent’ doesn’t really conjure the right images if one is hoping to set expectations.… Read the rest
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
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 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
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
Etihad Museum
The Etihad Museum, containing the site of the historic Union House, is located in Jumeirah 1, Dubai. On a day out to discover more about the history of the UAE, we arrive at the museum to witness the futuristic interpretation of a building that preserves and displays the nation’s heritage.… Read the rest
Expo 2020: UAE, Egypt and the USA
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
Expo 2020: China, Opportunity and Mobility
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.
China
Today we make a beeline for the China pavilion, one of the facades that can be recognised as visually linked to its country.… Read the rest
Murrumbateman Escape
A romantic escape to Murrumbateman is exactly what we need to get our spark back. Situated in the heart of Canberra’s cool country wine region, Murrumbateman is a short 30 minute drive from the Capital. Wining, dining and a little country New South Wales charm are most certainly on the cards.… Read the rest