On some nights they will appear as a subtle green shimmer. On others, they erupt into a rainbow of neon red, violet and pink hues. Known as aurora borealis, the Northern Lights have attracted visitors to the Arctic Circle for hundreds of years in hope to witness this captivating light show. This year, however, visitors […]
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Inside Ceylon Tea Trails: Sri Lanka’s first tea resort
Despite being small in size, Sri Lanka’s array of attractions are anything but limited. Its beaches are the epitome of perfection, fringed by swaying palms and charming food stalls dishing up exceptional local cuisine. For wildlife enthusiasts, the safari adventures offer close–up sightings of leopards, elephants, water buffaloes and monkeys amongst other tropical animals. Yet, […]
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Guide to Vienna’s ballroom season
Within the halls of the prestigious Elmayer Dance School, the air hums with the rhythmic shuffling of feet and soft melodies of classical music. For the past months, the school has been preparing debutantes and students of all levels the delicate steps and rapid spins that define the Viennese waltz. “All it takes is the […]
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Anantara Mina Al Arab: an idyllic tropical escape
The shimmering heat distorts the horizon as I gaze out from an overwater villa. Below lies a mangrove labyrinth that snakes toward the open sea. Behind the villa, stately palm trees sway against ochre mountains. This bucolic setting feels transported from an ultra–luxe resort in the Maldives, yet here I am in Ras Al Khaimah, […]
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Row on 45: A meal made of memories
The restaurant industry has a knack for mirroring the ebb and flow of societal moods and preferences. Dining spaces often adapt to shifts in socialising trends, and attuned chefs can detect when public tastes are about to pivot from ascetic to indulgent, or vice versa. But to dine at a restaurant that maps out the […]
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Saudi Pro League: A Strategic Play for Global Tourism
Looking back it was easy to get swept away by what was happening in Saudi Arabia. A staggering feat of football revolution, unprecedented in the history of the game. What started out as Cristiano Ronaldo eventually became Karim Benzema. It became N’Golo Kante and Roberto Firmino, Aleksander Mitrovic and Riyad Mahrez. As the days passed […]
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Travelling to space could become mainstream in the next 18 to 60 months says SpaceVIP founder, Roman Chiporukha
Roman Chiporukha is known as Mr Intergalactic in the space tourism industry. The founder of SpaceVIP, the world’s first space tourism brokerage, believes the emerging private spaceflight industry has the potential to soon be available to the masses. What began as high–risk suborbital flights will soon include affordable orbital trips, he revealed to Arabian Business […]
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Mountaineer Naila Kiani shares her lessons from the top
There is more to Naila Kiani than meets the eye. Originally from Pakistan, now living in Dubai, Kiani is a woman of many traits. She is a trained aerospace engineer, an amateur boxer, an entrepreneur and a mother of two. But she also happens to be one of Pakistan’s most accomplished mountaineers. Since conquering her […]
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Zuma Announces New Dubai Lifestyle Destination ‘Beachhouse’
Slated to open by 2025, Zuma Dubai Beachhouse will offer views of both Dubai’s skyline and the Arabian Gulf. The new venue will be located at the point of La Mer, next to the five-star Gran Melia Dubai hotel. The property will feature a pool, lounge, bar area, daybeds and access to a private 140-meter […]
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Bab Al Shams Resort Unveils Lavish New Wellness Sanctuary
Bab Al Shams resort has unveiled an expansive new wellness sanctuary designed to take relaxation to new heights. “Our aim is to become the ultimate wellness destination for restorative trips,” says General Manager Gilles Sohier. “The tranquillity, combined with the rustic charm of the surrounding scenery, provides a secluded sanctuary away from the bustling city.” […]