Few places in the world can rival Dubai when it comes to the extraordinary, and The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre resides in the middle of it all.
A practical guide to finding hardware shops in Dubai, from the trade counters of Al Quoz to the retail chains in the malls, with real price ranges and the questions that separate a proper supplier from a shop that will sell you the wrong screw.
A practical look at freeform travel for Dubai residents, covering visas, leave planning, packing and using Dubai's flight connections to wander without a fixed plan.
Practical safety advice for Dubai residents travelling abroad, from document security to ATM caution and staying alert in unfamiliar cities.