Before roads, rails and container ships, the sea was the primary road in the Gulf and ruled by the Gulf...
A pale long horned antelope, the Arabian oryx has been roaming around the middle east for thousands of years. However, poaching resulted in this animal becoming...
From November, there is a diverse food calendar to enjoy during the month: food festivals, food collaborations, coffee and chocolate exhibitions, professional cooking competitions. Whether you’re...
Whether you are looking to give gifts to the holidays or simply need some dessert for your family, the city’s Indian sweet shops, bakeries and specialty...
The Arabian Peninsula is a place of spectacular wildlife, found throughout deserts, mountains, wetlands and coastal regions. Species range from the endangered Arabian leopard to rare...
The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi will organize the festive celebration of Diwali 2026, from November 6 to 10, inclusive of worshipers and visitors who...
From the hustling and bustling shops at Meena Bazaar to the non-mainstream outlets in Karama and Al Qusais, Dubai has plenty of outlets that cater to...
My advice to anyone landing in the Gulf is to look past the glass towers and go hunting for a good plate of rice. Traditional Gulf...
The GCC nations provide more than just contemporary cityscapes, desert roads and bridges. There is a wealth of natural diversity from emerald canyon pools and turquoise...
When selecting a package for Hajj it is not only the price and schedule that need to be considered. Before paying, pilgrims must check the operator’s...
A pale long horned antelope, the Arabian oryx has been roaming around the middle east for thousands of years. However,...
Ask most people what built the modern Gulf and they will say oil. Ask a grandparent from an old harbour...
Few things are more relaxing than having a night camping in the Arabian desert. More families and adventure seekers are...
Two of the main sea-crossing straits, the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb strait have grown in importance to the...
There has been a growing interest by expatriate families to look beyond transient employment and temporary residency and considering a...
From November, there is a diverse food calendar to enjoy during the month: food festivals, food collaborations, coffee and chocolate...
The restaurants in Dubai are hosting special occasions for Diwali, offering options such as Michelin-starred restaurants, Indian kitchens with a...
Whether you are looking to give gifts to the holidays or simply need some dessert for your family, the city’s...
The Arabian Peninsula is a place of spectacular wildlife, found throughout deserts, mountains, wetlands and coastal regions. Species range from...
The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi will organize the festive celebration of Diwali 2026, from November 6 to 10,...
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