Travel advice for post-Arab Spring destinations – Dubai
Almost 18 months since the protests in Tunisia set off a chain of events which became known as the Arab Spring, each of the affected countries in the Middle East and North Africa is facing its own...
View ArticleTravel advice for post-Arab Spring destinations – Abu Dhabi
Almost 18 months since the protests in Tunisia set off a chain of events which became known as the Arab Spring, each of the affected countries in the Middle East and North Africa is facing its own...
View ArticleBeen there, haven’t done that – 5 things you shouldn’t miss in Dubai
This article was written by Grown-up Travel Guide contributor Armand Smith with additional material by Andy Higgs Continuing our mission to inspire and inform Grown-up Travellers we present the latest...
View ArticleWhat You Need to Know About Customs & Cuisine in Dubai
Dubai forms part of the United Arab Emirates, and is a predominantly Muslim country. As such, it is very important to check the rules and guidelines when visiting. Photo credit: M.A.J Photography via...
View Article6 of the best…dining experiences in Dubai
Dubai is nothing if not a modern monument to consumerism, and it’s only to be expected that the city offers visitors a wealth of dining options after they’ve flexed their plastic in the giant shopping...
View ArticleUAE showdown – Abu Dhabi versus Dubai for a luxury break
So you’re ready for a splurge and the UAE takes your fancy. Dubai has the reputation but Abu Dhabi is snapping at its heels and enticing people away from it’s (slightly) more flashy neighbour just a...
View ArticleGrown-up Travel Guide’s Best Photos – Shadow of the Burj Khalifa, Dubai, UAE
I guess it’s inevitable that the world’s tallest building would cast a long shadow, and the Burj Khalifa in Dubai certainly does… #blogtripdubai The post Grown-up Travel Guide’s Best Photos – Shadow...
View ArticleGrown-up Travel Guide’s Best Photos – Abra ride across the Creek, Dubai, UAE
Hands down the best value in Dubai is the one-Dirham boat trip across the Creek in a traditional Abra vessel – it’s a good way to cool down too #blogtripdubai The post Grown-up Travel Guide’s Best...
View ArticleHotel Review – JA Oasis Beach Tower, Dubai, UAE
Image (c) JA Oasis Beach Tower You might remember my post about preparing to go from one extreme to the other after my Finland trip. You probably wondered if this was seriously the biggest issue in my...
View ArticleNot to be missed – what to see and do in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
In response to numerous appeals from first-time visitors to various destinations we’ve caved in to the pressure and decided to publish a series of articles highlighting the popular sights actually...
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