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Feb 2017
Having been to RAK on a few occasions (mostly to visit my favorite UAE property, Banyan Tree Al Wadi ) I hadn't yet had the opportunity to stop by the upscale resort neighbor, the…
Feb 2017
My love for the Fairmont brand is a strong and steady infatuation, built on years of admiration. The Fairmont Bab Al Qasr in Abu Dhabi offers my favorite weekend package in the…
Feb 2017
As spread out as I feel Abu Dhabi is, I've tended to focus my attention on venues located on the main island, near the corniche, Saadiyat Island, or Yas Island. Always wanting to…
Jan 2017
The Middle East is no stranger to a nice hotel room, and ten years in, I have high standards about my expectations when a new property comes along. While I certainly love luxury…
Dec 2016
Dear Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri , I remember when you just opened -- a sparkling jewel in Abu Dhabi -- when you were the most exciting venue in the capital and a destination to…
Sep 2016
With a three-hour drive from Denpasar Airport, the tiny driveway to Villa Markisa sneaks up quite quickly in the quieter northeast section of Bali. With plenty of staff on hand,…
Sep 2016
Having finished our experience in the north of Bali (Tulamben), we 'drove' over some 'roads' to reach the city of Ubud. Now, I have been creeping on the Four Seasons Sayan website…
Aug 2016
While making plans to go to the Atana , I decided that rather than make the three-hour trip all at once, it might be nice to break the drive up. Hubs and I went to the Banyan Tree…
Aug 2016
While I am more familiar with Muscat and Dibba, it was wonderful to explore a side of Oman I had never previously visited. Located in the Musandam (known for its stunning…
Jul 2016
Have you ever had a dream property in a city? No? Just me? I've got a few fantasy destinations picked out in most places and the One&Only has long ( loooooong ) been on my list…