Dubai
Dubai has grown from a modest trading post on the creek into one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, and it wears that history and that ambition side by side. Glass towers rise a shor... (more)
Why a Plan Matters More Than PanicCutting back on spending because prices feel high or a paycheque is tighter than expected is a common reaction, but reacting without a plan rarely lasts. Dubai's ... (more)
From Looms to MotionLong before Suzuki became a familiar name on Sheikh Zayed Road and in the car parks of Dubai's malls, the company began its life making weaving looms in Japan. The founder star... (more)
A city that talks a lot about driverless mobilityDubai has never been shy about ambitious transport ideas, and self-driving vehicles fit that mindset well. Between the Metro, the tram, water transport... (more)
Benefits of Cycling
How many excuses can you think of for not cycling to work? Do you think you live too far from work? Do you think you might be too old? What about arriving at work sweaty and tired... (more)
Planning Before the Ship Docks
A stop in Dubai is one of the more exciting entries on many cruise itineraries, simply because there is so much packed into a relatively small city. Before deciding whet... (more)
Organizing Your Home
Not everyone has the privilege of living in a big house, but those who do may actually downsize for several reasons. After all, a smaller home means lower utility bills, less p... (more)
Getting Oriented in DubaiDubai is a city built on contrasts, where centuries-old trading creeks sit within view of some of the tallest towers on earth. The population is overwhelmingly made up of resi... (more)
Visitors to New York City can be overwhelmed with itineraries and get easily bogged down in rushing through venues. Guests visiting the Museum of Modem Art can see the most famous works in less than t... (more)
Benefits of Dried Fruit
During winter, you may eat less fruit, as there is less variety of fresh produce available. Dried fruit has the same levels of nutrients as fresh fruit and can present an ex... (more)
Too Many Choices, Too Little ValueAnyone who has wandered the aisles of a Dubai hypermarket knows the feeling of decision fatigue. Shelves are stacked with imported brands from every corner of the wor... (more)
Why Care Packages Matter for Dubai FamiliesA large number of Dubai families send their children away for university, whether to a dorm in Sharjah or Al Ain, a shared flat in another emirate, or a camp... (more)