For most people, summer and time at the beach are synonymous of each other. When I call upon my fondest summer beach memories, an image of the Catalan capital pops into my mind, pulling my cheeks backwards and drawing the deepest smile on my lips. Ah that Barcelona beach lifestyle……
NEW LIFE, SPRING BLOSSOMS, SUNNIER DAYS, BEACHES WITHOUT THE SUMMER CROWDS.Everything about spring travel seems to inspire a renewed spirit of wanderlust, especially if you’ve been through a long cold winter. Spring has always been my favorite travel season, perhaps because we never get much of in the UAE. I also…
Al Ain was awarded a UNESCO World Heritage status in 2011. That was truly a nice little piece of news to come across while googling possible Eid getaways from Dubai last week. Of course, it prompted a quick rediscovery visit, to explore the Garden City’s recent stance of fame under a…
I wouldn’t be the strong and driven person that I am today if not for the unconditional support provided by the many loving women in my life. Moreover, haven celebrated International Women’s Day recently, it occurred to me that through travel and photography I have often found inspiration in women…
Shortly after Emirates announced the launch of their direct flight to Madrid, we knew Spain is where we wanted to spend our summer holidays this year. Angel’s no direct flights from Dubai to home suffering has finally come to an end. YAY! We spent the most wonderful three weeks in…
My husband (a two years’ resident of Dubai) asked if I could take him to see a more traditional side of Dubai last week. A subtle realization dawned on me that to the naked eye Dubai’s culture can sometimes seem like an elusive mirage to chase. I didn’t want to…
Last week I did my first Umrah, something that I’ve been looking forward to for the longest time, and not exactly sure how I made it to this age without doing so!! What do you think Mom? When I think of the whole experience, I realize that it was about…
“Sorry I am late for dinner darling, My Masai friend invited me over for a quick after work drink”. How cool would it be if you ever get to say that to your husband? By drink I am obviously referring to a glass of milk mixed with cattle blood, specially…