Middle East
The UAE’s best eco-tourism sites to experience in 2019
“No one will protect what they don’t care about, and no one will care about what they have never experienced.” David Attenborough Ecotourism, biodiversity and nature conservation might not be your immediate thought when exploring the United Arab Emirates (UAE), due to the glitz and glamour of the cosmopolitan cities portrayed on the covers of glossy campaigns.However, … Continue reading
3 Reasons Why You Need To Go On A Road Trip To Fujairah
“Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.” Anonymous Fujairah is one of the seven Emirates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and could well be one of the most underrated of them all. Initially, it was the promise of diving into the azure waters around Snoopy Island, at Al Aqah Beach, which enticed us to explore this … Continue reading
Exciting Turtle Tales from Saadiyat: Rescue Rehabilitate Release
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” Jane Goodall Turtle protection and rehabilitation is a hot topics of conversation in the UAE at the moment which is partly … Continue reading
1000 Nights Camp – Why You Need To Go Glamping In Oman
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” Anonymous In this post, our family adventure in Oman continues and our road trip takes us glamping at 1000 Nights Camp, located in the heart of Wahiba Sands. Time to head ‘off-grid’ and enjoy the … Continue reading
Wadi Bani Khalid: Unique Family Adventure in the Desert of Oman
“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” Anonymous You will find Wadi Bani Khalid in the unique Sultanate of Oman. And what makes the Sultanate of Oman unique is the combination of historical settlements, diverse landscape and ecological history, topped off with the warm welcome from the proud locals. … Continue reading
Earth Hour At The Ritz, Enjoying A Blind Dinner In The Dark
“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” Anne Frank Enjoying a blind dinner on the beach is what initially attracted my attention, closely followed by the intrigue of a secret menu prepared with energy-saving methods and organic ingredients. A table for two under the stars, listening … Continue reading
A Fun Family Experience Not To Be Missed When Visiting Dubai
“A ship in the harbour is safe, but that’s not what ships are built for.” John Shedd Friday, the first day of the weekend here in the UAE and the perfect opportunity to explore Dubai Creek and the area affectionately known as Old Dubai. Spending our downtime on the water, while experiencing a new-to-us pocket of … Continue reading
My Madinat Jumeirah – An Eco Experience in Downtown Dubai
Madinat Jumeirah is committed to delivering experiences that protect and preserve the environment, biodiversity, culture and heritage of the UAE. Madinat Jumeirah The extravagance, elegance and luxury that is Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai hits you the second you enter the long imposing driveway. Allow me to take you on a journey, to a place where … Continue reading
Masdar City Sustainability Festival
It Starts With You Masdar City Each January residents of and visitors to the UAE are invited to Masdar City, one of the world’s most sustainable eco-cities, as the doors opened for its annual two-day sustainability street festival. The free family festival is organised with the intention to provide a fun range of interactive activities, street stalls … Continue reading
Desert, Souks and a Unesco Oasis – Family Road Trip to Al Ain
“Not all those who wander are lost.” J.R.R. Tolkien Time to visit Al Ain, the fourth largest city in the UAE and one of the world’s oldest permanently inhabited settlements. The anticipation of desert landscapes, shopping in local souks and perhaps even seeing some camels are what has teased us away from the cosmopolitan city … Continue reading
