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United Emirates of Arabia

10 things to do with kids in Dubai

10/26/2021

Cities, Top 10, United Emirates of Arabia

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First of all, I should say that this blogpost isn't hard to write at all, because - at least from an outsider's perspective - it appears that pretty much everything in Dubai is kid-friendly. Think fun and entertainment at every corner and a lot of opportunity for "Wow!" and "Ooooh!". Simply a great place to come with your entire family and find something eve[...]

Why I fell in love with the Middle East and why you should too

11/28/2018

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Beirut, Destinations, Dubai, Egypt, Inspiration, Lebanon, Muscat, Off the beaten track, Oman, United Emirates of Arabia

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Finding my feet through all the hustle and bustle, the hypnotizing sound of the Arabic language singing in my ears, the smell of cardamom filling my nose from the streets. The sun laying on my skin like velvet. I remember why it was so easy to for me to fall in love with the Middle East the first time. 4 years living in Saudi Arabia and travelling [...]

The Ultimate Guide to a Long Layover in Abu Dhabi

03/17/2017

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Cities, Guide, United Emirates of Arabia

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Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is an ideal middle eastern city to spend exploring on a long layover. From culture and religion to shopping and relaxing, Abu Dhabi has a little somethingÂ for everyone. Use this flexible guide as way to plan your day. If you want to see all the sights listed from start to finish, youâ€™ll need a minimum of[...]

Debunking Myths about Female Solo Travel in Abu Dhabi

01/05/2017

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Inspiration, Solo Travel, United Emirates of Arabia

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One year ago, I started into 2016 with aÂ terrific trek to Hampi and Melukote in Karnataka, and myÂ summer was a beautiful episode spent in the Swiss Alps. Later thatÂ year, life gave me a chance to travel solo again. This time around, it was the land of sheikhs and dates, the mystical Abu Dhabi. Though it may seem that travelling and living in a Middle [...]