12 awesome female owned businesses in Dubai to support for International women’s day

12 awesome female owned businesses in Dubai to support for International women’s day

It was international women’s day this month and what better way to support women than by supporting their businesses. The Gulf Region has many successful women entrepreneurs which may come as a surprise to those who are used to a western media image of female oppression in the Middle East. Our list of female entrepreneurs…

View of Palm Jumeirah villas on the fronds with Dubai Marina skyline in the background during the day time
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Buying off plan villas in Dubai and 5 reasons to invest in the UAE

Emirates Estate platform are super excited to work with Danni in The Desert to let you know about exciting villa projects off the beautiful sparkling coast of Dubai. Have you ever dreamt to buy a house in Dubai? What if you could have dinner and watch the sunset through your panoramic windows with a view…

Meena Bazaar Dubai; Best shops & things to do
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Meena Bazaar Dubai; Best shops & things to do

Meena Bazaar is a famous area in Bur Dubai, nicknamed “Little India” due to its many South Asian clothes shops, tailors, and tasty Indian street food. If you need an outfit for an Indian wedding, desire some cheap South Asian food or want an authentic experience of the other side of Dubai, Meena Bazaar is…

20 super cool things to keep the kids entertained at Expo 2020 Dubai
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20 super cool things to keep the kids entertained at Expo 2020 Dubai

As the residents of Dubai, we’ve been waiting for Dubai Expo 2020 since the time it was announced in 2013. But as the pandemic hit and the entire world came under lockdown, we were disappointed. The plans for opening of Expo 2020 came to a halt. However, as Expo 2020 now opens its doors in…

Is Dubai a country or a city? 15 common misconceptions
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Is Dubai a country or a city? 15 common misconceptions

Dubai is not a country; it is a city. Dubai is a city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a country located on the Arabian Peninsula. The UAE is composed of seven emirates, and Dubai is one of those Emirates. Dubai is famous for its skyscrapers, shopping malls, and luxury hotels. It is…

19 of the best hotels near Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall
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19 of the best hotels near Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall

There are so many hotels in Dubai that it can be very difficult to know which Dubai hotels in the city centre are the best to choose from! I’ll guide you through which are the best hotels near Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall including my personal recommendations. So you don’t need to worry! Including all…