Dubai Trivia

Chuck the oft-visited destinations this summer and take the lesser trodden path. These destinations may not be as popular but are definitely worth discovering.                                                                       WALES LOCATION - England MUST VISIT PLACES - Snowdonia, Aiberdeen, Llandudnos. PACKAGE PRICES -     Customised packages available Often, I am asked my favorite travel destination and I invariably reply, ‘’Wales”. Having lived in Wales for six months, I can safely reckon that every single day in this outdoor paradise is like a picnic party.  This British countryside promises endless hours of outdoor joy midst the charm of unspoilt bounty of nature. Revel in the beauty of rolling meadows, gorgeously lush landscapes, merrily grazing ...

Dreaming of an exotic holiday? Consider the choice of a cruise holiday. “The journey is more important than the destination,” whosoever coined this quote, I must have remembered him a multitude times during my recent Eid cruise getaway. Yes, this was one holiday where the journey was equivalently stunning as the destinations -Muscat and Musandam (in Oman). Onboard Jalesh cruise (India’s premium indigenous cruise on its maiden vogaye from Dubai to Oman), this was one outting where the voyage added cent percent excitement to my Omani holiday experience! The burgeoning number of cruise options in the recent years is indicative of the meteoric rise in travellers’ love for cruises. Themed-cruises such as family cruises, adventure' cruises, golf cruises, etc are available for travelers seeking a unique brand of fun and relaxation. Considering the skyrocketing interest of holiday- seekers in cruise liners, let us take a brief insight into the reasons why cruises are g...

 The lively, cherubic actress   has that child-like innocence that won us over instantaneously. The Bollywood actress and fitness enthusiast was in her usual chirpy mode when she settled down with the media after a soulful session of XYoga. Five minutes with her whizzed past like a whiff of fresh air.  Fakhri was at the centerstage at Kite Beach on February 1 to spearhead the two-day wellness event, XYoga Dubai. Accompanied by her was the former Real Madrid and Barcelona footballer Luis Fago and popular Indian yogini and trainer-to-the-Bollywood stars Deepika Mehta. Over a thousand yoga enthusiasts stretched into the weekend with the celebrities on the beautiful Friday morning at the serene seaside venue. The atmosphere was radiating with calm and positive vibes with soothing music playing in the background. Commenting on the launch morning of XYoga festival, Fakhri remarked, “The opening session at the beachside was simply magic...

    More than twenty mouth-watering street food delights will leave you craving for more Where - Bar Baar, Hotel Majestic, Bur Dubai Speciality-   Streetside vegetarian and non-vegetarian food and drinks Average cost for a meal for two -  AED 300 Apart from many other nice things, Dubai is known for its scintillating hangouts. While most of them build upon the modern theme, there is one famous bar called Bar Baar, that bases its popularity around Indian street food served in the quintessential street style. It has recently been nominated for the ‘Best Bar Food’ at the Time out 2019 awards. And all for good reasons. With an interesting name and theme, Bar Baar never fails to enthrall with chic and vibrant interiors, that is enough to liven up the mood of the drabbest of the souls. Rugged cars and scooters converted into seats evoke a sense of nostalgia and so does the ruggedly themed table décor. The menu has been recently redesign...

Dubai is a haven for food lovers and the good news is that the weather is still fantastic!!! So, let's make the best of it while enjoying great food. Here's a selection of five newly-opened, eclectic restaurants with great al fresco dining views and stunning ambiance- The Walnut Grove Cuisine-   Continental/International Décor-      Classy Location- Dubai Mall Views-      The eatery offers amazing views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountains from its huge outdoor terrace A chic venue that offers the option of al fresco dining and boutique dining experience. Amidst grey comfy sofas and a subtle blingy background, Walnut Grove is the perfect go-to neighbourhood spot that amazes with its vivid and inventive cuisine. A tantalizing array of international food like pasta, pizza, burgers is bound to leave you spellbound not only with great taste but superb presentation, too. An open bakery and barista are av...