Dubai may be known for its towering skyscrapers and luxurious shopping malls, but if you find yourself on a long layover at Dubai International Airport, don’t just resign to spending hours in the terminal. Instead, seize the opportunity to embark on a mini urban adventure and discover a blend of futuristic marvels and cultural treasures this city offers. With the ...
Beirut, known as the “Paris of the Middle East,” is a dynamic city on the Mediterranean coast of Lebanon. This vibrant city is famous for its history, diverse cultures, and bustling nightlife. Its juxtaposition of ancient ruins and modern skyscrapers offers a unique experience. From its stunning seafront to its lively streets, Beirut promises an unforgettable adventure. If you’re looking ...
While many country names carry a sense of mystery or historical ambiguity about the origin of their names, others can be easily traced back. Like people, countries around the world have names with meanings rooted in diverse origins. This article will uncover some countries named after colors around the world. Countries and Their Names: Some Context Some countries are named ...
Sunrise was just a couple of hours ago, but the sun shone like noon. A cool sea-scented breeze blows from the west, moving my hair. I sit on a nearby rock to watch the city waking up. Below, not far, hundreds of small fishing boats come and go with the fish to supply the many bars and restaurants around the ...
Dubai is a place where I once only spent a brief time during a long layover. Honestly, the city never really caught my fancy and didn’t land on my list of top places to return to. But life is full of surprises, and I was back in Dubai. On this visit, things took a turn for the better. Maybe it ...
Historians, writers, and well-wishers have often described the city of Beirut as a mix of heritage and rare charm. A city that saw human civilization grow from the prehistoric era and one that consists of a rich archaeological heritage now linked back to that proof. A city that has enjoyed embracing various faiths and cultures and loves to share its ...
Famous for its avant-garde architecture, luxury shopping and over-the-top way of life, Dubai has quickly become one of the most visited destinations in the world. In a few decades, Dubai went from a small fishing settlement to a cosmopolitan sprawling metropolis and a must-visit destination for leisure and business travellers from around the world. If you are looking for the ...
In many ways, Hamra, or Al Hamra is the most authentic district of Beirut, although such a multifaceted, multicultural and everchanging city, nothing is really authentic, yet everything is. Although it’s been almost two decades since the system that divided the city into religion-defined districts is over, still most Beirutis, particularly Christians, still refer to this as the “Muslim area”. ...
Dubai is a like a dice with several faces, not all are as famous as the ones with the shiny skyscrapers and never-ending luxury. Over a hundred years ago, nobody could have foreseen that the roughly sixty houses built on the banks of the creek would become what it is today. The old settlement that was later to be known ...
It’s one of the most emblematic buildings in Dubai. It is not particularly famous for its modernity or even its looks (it was built in 1978), but this 149 meters high tower has something special about it. It stands there, in the middle of Dubai, with the pride of being the first, the first of a long list of Dubai’s ...