Visiting the world’s tallest building sounds simple enough until you realise how large Dubai Mall is, whether you’ve booked the right ticket, or if you’ve just walked your kids the long way round by accident and now they won’t stop moaning. I’ve lived in Downtown Dubai for years and been inside the Burj Khalifa more…
Dubai summer is not for the faint-hearted. We’re talking 45°C (113°F) heat and humidity that feels like walking through a sauna, making you question your life choices if you’re outside for more than ten minutes. However! Don’t let that put you off. Dubai was built for this and alhamdulillah (a phrase you should definitely learn…
If you live in Dubai, finding a Friday Khutbah in English can be a bit challenging. Even when I asked long-time residents, many didn’t know where to go! So as a Muslim convert in Dubai with only a little Arabic, I made it my mission to find khutbahs I could fully understand. It took a…
When I first moved to Dubai, delivery apps didn’t even exist! Now we can’t imagine our lives without them. If you’ve just moved to Dubai, here’s the good news, Dubai is genuinely one of the best cities in the world for food delivery. Like, crazily good! Whether you need a full family dinner sorted in…
Planning a vacation or holiday and wondering if Dubai is the right place to visit as a family? You’ll be glad to know that, Yes! Dubai is an incredibly family-friendly destination for a holiday or vacation. However there are both positives and negatives to keep in mind! I’ll explain more below. Dubai offers a mix…
Going to the races in Dubai is a must-visit for both tourists and residents alike! It is one of my favourite activities in Dubai, even as someone who first moved to Dubai 11 years ago, I thoroughly enjoy a day at the races! Dubai really knows how to put on a show, and when it…