The Dream of Celebrating New Year in Dubai For a long time, I had dreamed of spending New Year’s Eve in Dubai. On TV, the fireworks show around the Burj Khalifa always looked spectacular — a global celebration with lights, music, and thousands of people in awe of the world’s tallest building. It seemed like the perfect way to start a new year, something I wanted to experience at least once in my life. So, when I planned a ten-day trip to … [Read more...]
10 Things to Do in Jeddah
Located on the shores of the Red Sea, Jeddah is not only Saudi Arabia’s vital link to Mecca but equally a city rich in things to see and do. What can be seen during your visit to this unique and vibrant coastal city is that the 10 Things to Do in Jeddah offer a harmonious culmination of the local color and contemporary style. Ranging from coral buildings as old as the city through modern art scenes in the city, visitors will have a rich … [Read more...]
A Journey Through Time: Tracing the Fossil Dunes of Abu Dhabi
Imagine standing in the middle of a vast desert, surrounded by ancient rocks and fossils. You can’t quite hear the stories they hold, but you can definitely feel them—like whispers from another time. Welcome to the Abu Dhabi fossil dunes. Here, the past is still alive, etched in the layers of rock and preserved fossils. If you’ve ever wondered what Earth looked like millions of years ago, this is your chance to see it for yourself. The Abu … [Read more...]
Come All: You are in for a Treat With Beauty
I have lived in Dubai for around six years with my family, working for Emirates Airlines. I will highlight one of the most fascinating places in Dubai, a must visit destination, especially with your children. Read on ... This particular place in Dubai is paradise, a space of beauty, calm and nature. It is renowned all over the world. If you guessed, The Dubai Miracle Garden, you are correct. I highlight one of Dubai's most beautiful … [Read more...]
My Visit To Israel
The best way to visit Israel is with a fluent Hebrew speaker. That’s why I brought my thirteen-year-old son along, since he goes to a Jewish Day School and spends half each day speaking only Hebrew. Unfortunately, I had over-estimated his capabilities, so taxi rides often consisted of pointing and repeating English words with Israeli accents. If my son hadn’t thought that saying “Iz olright, Iz olright” with an Israel accent and considering that … [Read more...]
Tel Aviv – The City That Boasts the Best of Both Worlds
The city of Tel Aviv boasts the best of all worlds, with it's delicious foods like falafel and hummus, mixed with a rich, historical culture, and a laid-back beach atmosphere that makes it an ideal city to live in. One of my top priorities while visiting during the Winter was to be centrally located, while also enjoying a constant view of the Mediterranean, which reminds me of my home in Miami. The Carlton Tel Aviv just does that. Situated … [Read more...]
Some of the Best Things to Do in Oman and the UAE during the 2021 T20 World Cup
The T20 Cricket World Cup is fast approaching and cricket fans all over the world will be looking forward to it getting underway. Before it starts, we also have the rest of the Indian Premier League to enjoy as well. At the start of June it was announced that the IPL will be played in the United Arab Emirates and at the end of June it was also announced that the T20 World Cup will be held in UAE and Oman. In the following article, we are going to … [Read more...]
Things to Do and See in Dubai, UAE
Dubai is a shining gem of the United Arab Emirates or UAE. An ultra-modern city, Dubai is known for its glamour, luxury and opulence. When it comes to architecture and design, the city has broken several world records. Right from owning one of the largest malls in the world to the tallest building in the world, Dubai has always surprised and awed the world with its architectural feats. Due to all these reasons and more, Dubai is one of the most … [Read more...]
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: A Combination of World Cultures and Islamic Beliefs
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an epitome of grandeur and harmony. It is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Often referred as the 'White Pearl of the Gulf', the Grand Mosque is the third largest mosque in the world and largest in the country. The structure was planned and executed by the first President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. He was the ruler of Abu Dhabi for … [Read more...]
3 Reasons why having a Tour Guide in Israel is a Must
Israel is hands down one of the most beautiful and enchanting places I have ever had the pleasure of visiting. I have so many vivid memories of all the historical sites we visited, meals we ate, and people we met. One of the things that made the trip stand out among my other international trips however, was a guy named Assaf. Assaf is an incredible tour guide in Tel Aviv. He led our group of ~40 students all over Israel for 10 days. I had … [Read more...]
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