Jun 2018
Jebel Jais Flight: The world's longest zipline.
Even after 11 years in Dubai, there are a few experiences we haven't ticked off the list -- SkyDive Dubai, a night in the Burj Al Arab, and until recently, the world's longest…
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May 2018
Rain Room Sharjah: Worth the visit?
Recently, The National announced the opening of the permanent installation, The Rain Room. This immersive exhibit, launched in 2012 was created by Random International, and seen…
Mar 2018
Intercontinental Fujairah: A property without an identity.
The great thing about having a husband who's into diving (even if you personally tried and failed epically) is that you get to visit a lot of beach destinations. In this instance,…
Feb 2018
Oberoi Al Zorah: A modern coastal visit.
Although it may not sound that way, it's actually been awhile since I've spent a night away from my villa. I'm not sure if it's some form of nesting, or just that I'm wildly…
Jul 2017
Fairmont Ajman: Unexpected luxury.
Even though I'm just back from what felt like a month of hotels that I still need to write about , sometimes we need a vacation from our holiday, do we not? In this instance, a…
Feb 2017
Waldorf Astoria, Ras Al Khaimah: Perfect staycation destination.
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
Lexington Grill: A romantic venue in RAK.
What first attracted me to visit the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah was their current 'Dine Around' package, which promises three courses spread over three of their on-site…
Feb 2017
Fairmont Fujairah: Chic coastal getaway.
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
Copper Lobster: Elevated dining in Fujairah.
I've made it to Fujairah a few times during my time in the region -- always as a weekend staycation destination, a place to get away from the busy life in Dubai. There's something…
Aug 2016
Oasis in the desert... Banyan Tree Al Wadi.
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…