Sometimes you stay somewhere that is the perfect fit for you – the newly opened Rove City Centre Dubai was exactly that for us. If I had a hotel soul mate, it might just be it! From the moment we drove into the massive basement carpark to the last minute when we begrudgingly checked-out, we only […]
Category Archives: Middle East
Abu Dhabi, Food, Luxury, Middle East, Reviews, United Arab Emirates
The Sweet Taste of Caramel – Abu Dhabi Restaurant Review
17
Dec
Dec
Abu Dhabi has a plethora of world-class restaurants, offering practically any cuisine one could desire. American food may not traditionally stir up thoughts of fine dining but Caramel, on Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island, will challenge your perceptions of what American-inspired dining can offer. Set in a moody but welcoming lounge-style restaurant, the restaurant will welcome you […]
Dubai, Expat Life, Luxury, Middle East, Reviews, United Arab Emirates
How is this my Life? Relaxing at the Waldorf Astoria on the Palm, Dubai
14
Dec
Dec
It’s funny, when we envisaged our lives in Abu Dhabi, we certainly never imagined we’d be rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous out on Dubai’s Palm. A year on though, we frequently find ourselves enjoying the best pools and beach clubs in the UAE (thanks to Privilee – the best membership around!) and though we haven’t met […]
Accommodation, Luxury, Middle East, Oman, Reviews, Sohar
Spoilt for Choice – Reviewing the Radisson Blu Sohar, Oman
11
Dec
Dec
Generally when we book a holiday, we book based on the location and activities we hope to do in that area; for the most part, our accommodation is something that fits in around our other requirements. This time though, we decided to let our accommodation be the guide and in doing so, booked in to stay […]
Abu Dhabi, Activities, Dubai, Expat Life, Luxury, Middle East, Reviews, United Arab Emirates
The Membership Card You’ll Want to Use: Privilee Review, Abu Dhabi + Dubai
10
Dec
Dec
Over the years both Nathan and I have signed up to our fair share of memberships – mostly to various gyms, all of which are eventually relinquished due to lack of use. Privilee is different though… we’ve finally found a membership card that we love using! What makes this membership so different? Read on for our Privilee […]
Activities, Dubai, Mid-Range, Middle East, Reviews, Tours, United Arab Emirates
Exploring ‘The Palm’, Dubai – Xclusive Tours Review
05
Dec
Dec
Looking for a different perspective for your Dubai sight-seeing? Check out our review of the Xclusive Tours Palm boat tour… Dubai is known around the world for its countless unique sky scrapers; these marvels of engineering dominate the skyline, making the city unlike any other. The tallest building in the world, the tallest residential tower, […]
12
Nov
Nov
Desserts in Abu Dhabi are serious business. With such stiff competition and so many residents harbouring a sweet tooth, it’s not surprising to find that the quality of dessert treats in the city is exceptionally high. If you’re looking a sweet addition to your day, read on to discover the best desserts in Abu Dhabi. The best […]
Abu Dhabi, Food, Luxury, Middle East, Reviews, United Arab Emirates
Tamba: Perfectly Balanced Indian Fusion in Abu Dhabi
03
Nov
Nov
Visiting gorgeous locations and reporting back to you all is without doubt, one of our favourite things. Blogging is a real labour of love though – some posts we write come together effortlessly whilst others take a little more time to craft. Then there’s this one – how do you write a post reviewing a restaurant […]
Activities, Dubai, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
IMG Worlds of Adventure Review – Is it Worth the Trip?
31
Oct
Oct
Anyone that’s spent a fair amount of time in the UAE will testify just how rapidly things change over here – from year to year massive building projects rise from the sand, changing the skyline for the umpteenth time. There’s one type of project that gets us really excited though and that’s the creation of […]
Dubai, Food, Mid-Range, Middle East, Reviews, United Arab Emirates
Busaba – The Answer to Your Thai Cravings in Dubai
08
Oct
Oct
It’s hard to beat a good Thai curry but over the last year in the UAE our Thai-food intake has drastically declined. There are lots of fantastic food choices here in our corner the Middle East but we’ve struggled to find a stand-out Thai option – that is, until now. We were invited to join […]
Accommodation, Activities, Beirut, Itineraries, Lebanon, Middle East, Stop Overs & Quick Trips
48 Hours in Lebanon: An Itinerary and Budget
04
Oct
Oct
Having moved to Abu Dhabi a little over a year ago with the intention of travelling, we’ve surprised even ourselves by just how much of the world we’ve been able to see. The United Arab Emirates are an ideal base from which to explore and with a long weekend just gone, there was no chance […]
24
Jun
Jun
Let me start by saying how much we really love a good burger… our love for burgers is on par with our adoration of the United States and all of their ridiculously delicious (and naughty) food in general! Imagine our excitement when reviews for U-Turn Diner started popping up all over Facebook – Abu Dhabi’s very own […]
Abu Dhabi, Accommodation, Holidays, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Tilal Liwa Hotel – Your Desert Oasis
19
Jun
Jun
As much as we love Abu Dhabi, sometimes it’s nice to get out of here; as they say, a change is as good as a holiday… even if it is only for a weekend! Fortunately, just shy of two hours from the city, Tilal Liwa Hotel lays amongst the dunes of the Rub al Khai […]
11
Jun
Jun
Anyone that knows me, knows that I have a major sweet tooth. In the past we’ve traipsed all over town (and sometimes further afield) to track down a delicious looking treat so when we saw the most amazing freakshakes popping up on Instagram there was no question that we’d be driving over to Dubai – the […]
Abu Dhabi, Expat Life, Food, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Ramadan in Abu Dhabi – Iftar at Majlis Alfareej
06
Jun
Jun
Ramadan (in Arabic: رمضان, Ramadān), known as the Holy Month, is an incredibly important period of time for Muslims. Over this time, Muslim’s go without food and drink during daylight hours, forsake desires and often help to improve life for others that are less fortunate, showing a great deal of respect and compassion. Today was […]
Abu Dhabi, Africa, Dubai, Expat Life, Holidays, Monthly Round-Up, theme park, United Arab Emirates
Where has the time gone? Another ‘Monthly’ Round-Up
01
Jun
Jun
How on earth is it June already?! The plan was to jot down what we’ve been up to over here each month but considering my last ‘monthly round-up’ was posted at the beginning of March, I think it’s fair to say I’ve been pretty unsuccessful in doing so! The past three months have been a […]
Abu Dhabi, Expat Life, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Expat Expertise, Abu Dhabi: How to convert your overseas drivers licence
28
May
May
Whilst visiting Abu Dhabi (or living here before your work visa comes through), you’re able to drive on your home drivers licence or an international one. Once your work visa comes through, however, it suddenly becomes illegal to do so. This post isn’t the most exciting of ones but hopefully it will provide a practical step-by-step […]
26
May
May
It’s not often a restaurant manages to combine memorable food, sophisticated service, funky design and an energising atmosphere but that’s what one of the highly anticipated newcomers to the Abu Dhabi restaurant scene has managed to do. BU!, located on the 4th floor of ‘the Hub’ in the World Trade Centre Mall, brings modern Pan […]
Abu Dhabi, Expat Life, Food, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Fine Dining at the Ritz-Carlton: Brunching Abu Dhabi Style
13
May
May
There are few brands as synonymous with luxury as that of the Ritz-Carlton; even the widely recognised logo, featuring a lion and a crown, gives a nod to luxury and wealth. Brunching is a favourite past-time for many expats living in the United Arab Emirates; this is not your standard run-of-the-mill eggs benedict at 11am though. Brunch U.A.E […]
Dubai, Expat Life, Middle East, Stop Overs & Quick Trips, theme park, United Arab Emirates
Fun in the Sun – Aquaventure, Dubai
19
Apr
Apr
The weather here in the United Arab Emirates is starting to warm up again, so before the crazy heat sends us racing for the confined, air-conditioned comfort of the malls, we figured it was time to check out Aquaventures over in Dubai. This iconic water park sits to the side of the Atlantis hotel, the jewel […]