Dubai is a part of the United Arab emirates. As the name of the country denotes, the native language of the UAE is Arabic. So if you are planning to visit Dubai, you might be wondering how you would get around here without knowing Arabic. But that won’t be a problem at all. Dubai is...
Dubai is not all about tall buildings and busy streets. There are tranquil deserts away from all the hustle and bustle of the city and modernity. Although desert may look like a dull and uninspiring place, that’s not the case at first sight. The desert is full of life both literally and figuratively. It is...
Traditional dress is a symbol of culture and honor for the Emiratis. It has deep roots in their culture and religion. You will rarely find Emirati wearing western clothes in the UAE as they take immense pride in their traditions. Although the whole of the Arabian peninsula has similarities in clothes, there are several minor...
These days you can find any food in Dubai. Anything from east to west. Sometimes if you go to a restaurant and ask for Chinese food, they might get confused. You might need to be a little more specific because there is so much of everything. So what is traditional Emirati food? This particular is...
A few decades ago, Dubai was nothing but a fishing and pearling town along the creek. Life was tough in this harsh desert. They reared sheep and goats for food and wool. Wool was a necessity during winters. They used falcons for hunting and horses for wars. But above all, one animal became an integral...
Falcons and falconry were entwined with Emirati culture for thousands of years. Because they have been an integral part of Bedouin lives for many millennia, there is no evidence of when the Arabs actually started domesticating these birds in the desert. In the olden days, Bedouin Arabs used them mainly for hunting. In the arid...
Arabic Coffee, or Gahwa as they are colloquially called, is the favorite recreational drink of the Arabs. Though the term Arabic Coffee encompasses Turkish Coffee as well, Gahwa is specifically the Coffee made according to Arab traditions. The Gahwa has been popular in the Arabian peninsula for hundreds of years. The names vary further with...
There are a lot of things to do in Dubai. Visiting the tallest skyscrapers, witnessing modern cityscape, enjoying dinner on an Arabic boat and the list goes endless. But, a trip to the desert is inevitable to understand the heart of Dubai because that's where it all began.
Dubai is an all-time favorite city of travel buffs. Despite the record-breaking wonders, numerous colossal shopping malls, beaches, and adventure parks, the desert climate may sometimes give you a second thought. But, if you visit the city during the winter, you will love it for sure. However, you have to consider other things to do...
Dubai comes to everyone’s mind whenever they are planning a holiday trip. It is natural because of the city’s stunning towers, attractive skyline, beautiful museums and serene beaches. Apart from the dazzling cityscape, the city is hailed for its deserts. For the same reason, desert safari allures every tourist who comes to Dubai. It is...
Desert safari is a popular activity in Dubai. People love to see the natural landscape in Dubai which is poles apart from the man-made wonders in the city. The journey is made interesting with adventures, mouthwatering food and entertainment programs. Dune bashingDune bashing is a spine-chilling adventure on the infinite heaps of sand in the...
Dubai is one of the favorite spots for the tourists across the globe. Tourists flock to the city every year to explore its beauty. Dubai offers anything and everything under the sky ranging from the marvelous buildings, shopping malls, parks, beaches, toothsome food and adventure sports. But, can you imagine Dubai as a vast desert-land...
Dubai desert safari is a must for every tourist who has decided to visit the emirate. It would help if you didn’t miss this as it is an experience of a lifetime. It is a memory you would love to share with your friends and family back home. When you visit modern-day Dubai, it might...
Adventures will keep you young. They add new vigor to life. Break the monotony of your daily life by doing something thrilling and enlivening. Once you have reached Dubai, you have many adventurous activities, and you may find it hard to choose. Book a desert safari Dubai trip, and sandboarding is one of the activities...
