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No politics at the table: The Russian restaurants taking over Dubai
Dubai Hills could easily pass for a suburb of St Petersburg these days. Drive through and you’ll find Russian cafés, Slavic bakeries and restaurants that wouldn’t look out of place on Nevsky Prospect. My…
Summer in Dubai isn’t for everyone – but that’s the beauty of it
Forget the rush and the reservations – summer brings space, stillness and unexpected serenity to the Gulf’s most dynamic city.
A sky-high penthouse is on sale in Dubai – but Emirati luxury is moving down to earth
Visitors to the Burj Khalifa are usually content with a latte at Atmosphere on the 122nd floor and a view of Dubai from the observation deck. But last week I took a different lift…
China can build cars – but now it’s building brands
Just in case you missed it or you’re still a disbeliever, SIZE REALLY DOES MATTER. I can say this with some degree of confidence because life experience tells me so and because I just…
I went looking for the weekend papers but found a gap in the market instead
Stockholm It’s Sunday morning and we’re heading out for a stride around the city. The route is generally the same every visit and takes in sturdy embassies, funkis-style apartment buildings, a local shopping mall for…
A cultural and culinary guide to the UAE, from Abu Dhabi to Umm Al Quwain
From where to rest your head to where to pique your curiosity, we’ve got it all covered in our directory of the UAE’s key addresses.
Sand, sea and summits
Dazzling skyscrapers might grab your attention in the UAE but natural wonders abound – if you know where to look. Mountain activities, dune-nestled retreats and spectacular beaches are just a desert drive away.
New waters
Despite its many kilometres of glorious coastline, the UAE’s beaches are becoming a more sophisticated draw and the battle for this prime waterfront is warming up.
Life’s a beach
The districts spanning the Jumeirah Beach Road are some of the city’s most pleasant, where green space is ample, floor plans are generous and imaginative shopping and dining options are in plentiful supply.
Home stretch
Downtown Dubai’s breathtaking skyline might be awe-inspiring but, along with its neighbouring districts, it’s a highly liveable part of the city.
