Travel, life, loves and laughs.
A September Staycation was deemed in order after a month’s worth of weekends spent celebrating a string of birthdays. Plus, the weather is feeling almost bearable again after another long, hot, Dubai summer.
My husband and I take ourselves off to Le Meridian Mina Seyahi. All… Read the rest
Surf’s up despite the glassy morning waters at JBR. Usually we’re here to ski or board but this morning it’s to make waves, literally, and then surf them.
The morning is warm as we head out of Dubai Harbour, around the tip of the Skydive Dubai runway and out into the glassy calm of JBR.… Read the rest
Tonight we celebrate the Dubai Food Festival, joining Chef Haya for her Palestinian Street Food Tour. The tour is organised through the Splidu platform, an online events and booking platform for endlessly delicious experiences.
Our tour’s deliciousness hones Palestine’s diverse tastes and flavors.… Read the rest
A Dubai holiday is a great thing, especially with kids. Most tourists fly by Dubai on a few nights stopover (see stopover itinerary) to or from somewhere else. If you’re prepared to scratch the surface though, there is enough to keep the family going for at least a couple of weeks.… Read the rest
The Phantom of the Opera is here, in(side) Dubai. Perhaps not everyone’s cup of tea, but musicals have always been my thing. This is the first professional musical production I ever saw and I still remember the awe and excitement.… Read the rest
A day on the water out and about on Dubai’s sparkling coast line. While the city’s brunching institution remains strong, today is less about food and more about friends. We’re taking the focus to connections on (and in!)… Read the rest
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
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