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      The five-star hotel is at the edge of Abu Dhabi's Rub' al Khali, or Empty Quarter. Photo: Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG
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      Aldhafra Resort review: Where Abu Dhabi meets the vastness of the Empty Quarter

      Part of the IHG Vignette Collection of luxury hotels, the family-friendly property has a number of discounted packages all summer

      TravelMay 17, 2026
      This Pretty Planet is part-story, part-song and apt for musically inclined children
      Five books to read to children under five, from Charlotte's Web to Narnia

      When it comes to developing an affinity to reading – a habit linked to academic performance and empathy building – it’s best to catch them young

      BooksApril 26, 2026
      Teachers get to witness the hopes, dreams and quirky observations of our children, many of which their own parents will never know. Photo: Bethany Austen
      ColumnHome-schooling wasn't easy, but I miss the quality time it gave us

      The respect I have for the teachers who educate and entertain our young ones for hours on end is tinged with envy

      LifestyleApril 24, 2026
      Francesco Molon furniture can be found in projects across the UAE, including at the Raffles Imperial Mansion on Palm Jumeirah. Photo: Dubai Sotheby's International Realty
      The Molon touch: Italian house brings famed gold leaf craftsmanship to UAE

      Roberto Molon, son of furniture-maker Francesco Molon, discusses crafting pieces for presidential palaces and high-end homes in the region

      Home & GardenApril 20, 2026
      Mosquito bites typically cause itching, redness, bumps and, in severe cases, an allergic reaction. EPA
      How to get rid of mosquitoes in the UAE and what to do if bitten

      Insects are most active at dusk and dawn, and most attracted to stagnant water and uncovered food

      WellbeingApril 01, 2026
      I was part-fascinated, part-flabbergasted as foot massages were factored into daily plans on my first ever girls' trip. Photo: Priyanka Uchil
      Six women, 60 opinions – what could possibly go wrong on my first girls’ trip?

      The dormant tomboy in me was amused, confused and humbled

      LifestyleMarch 01, 2026
      By law, Austria's national dish Wiener schnitzel must be veal; iterations made with other meats are called Wiener Art. Julius Hirtzberger / WienTourismus
      Dine your way around Vienna: A foodie’s guide to eating in the Austrian capital

      Try everything from schnitzel and strudel to tafelspitz and sachertorte

      TravelFebruary 19, 2026
      Peel Me pomelo salad with sweet and sour tamarind dressing. Photo: Sip Song
      ReviewPomelo salad and Thai curry make kitschy JBR restaurant a cuisine favourite

      While some authentic dishes are an acquired taste, most are worth their weight in fish sauce

      FoodJanuary 19, 2026
      La Grande Table Marocaine restaurant has been singled out for its its harmony of 'service, storytelling and cultural authenticity'. Photo: Royal Mansour Marrakech
      Revealed: Restaurant with best service in the Middle East and North Africa

      Venue at Royal Mansour Marrakech hotel in Morocco wins Art of Hospitality award, part of Mena’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list

      FoodJanuary 08, 2026
      Frontman Adam Levine and Maroon 5 brought their catalogue of hits to Dubai to ring in the new year. Photo: Atlantis, the Palm
      Maroon 5's New Year’s Eve concert in Dubai is a smashing success

      Coming after their 2024 outing in Abu Dhabi, Atlantis The Palm show proves pop-rock band can handle intimate venues as well as enormous arenas

      Music & On-stageJanuary 01, 2026
      Each villa has an expansive backyard, closed in on three sides with shrubbery and leading to a private beach from the fourth. Photo: Ritz-Carlton RAK Al Hamra Beach
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      Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah Al Hamra Beach: Privacy is key at villa property

      Boutique resort takes you from bedroom to beach by way of a private backyard

      TravelDecember 24, 2025
      Diners can try their balancing skills on a mechanical bull free of charge. Photo: Rodeo Drive
      ReviewRodeo Drive Ibn Battuta is a fun time for children, foodies, dancers and cowboys

      From a play area and mechanical bull to luscious sizzling cheese and buttery beef tenderloin, the restaurant in Dubai channels happy vibes

      FoodNovember 25, 2025
      Tattu restaurant is on level 74 of Ciel Dubai Marina. Photo: Tattu Dubai
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      Tattu review: Five dishes to try in Dubai restaurant at world’s tallest hotel

      The first international outpost of the British brand serves modern Asian cuisine in a stellar setting

      FoodOctober 09, 2025
      Garba get-togethers, commemorating the traditional dance of Gujarat state, are common in Ahmedabad during the nine-night festival of Navratri. AP
      Why the Hindu festival of Navratri will be longer this year

      Representing the triumph of good over evil, it marks an auspicious time for Hindus

      LifestyleSeptember 22, 2025
      Tattu Dubai is located between levels 74 and 81 of Ciel Tower near Dubai Harbour. Photo: Tattu Dubai
      AI chef and record-breaking lounge: Restaurants opening in Dubai this month

      Plus, an omakase menu and a rodeo-inspired mancave

      FoodSeptember 09, 2025
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