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Summerhouse vs Steakhouse: Dubai Culture & Cuisine Part 3

December 16, 2015

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray’s signature dining portfolio consists primarily of Lebanese, Turkish and Northern Indian restaurants, with further casual dining, bars and nightlife options also available. A var... Read More...

Bluejeans & Bedouins: Culture & Cuisine in Dubai Part 2

December 10, 2015

The Sheikh Muhammad Centre for Cultural Understanding is a non-profit organisation designed to enlighten those on a Dubai holiday about all things UAE. In a modest collection of low-rise buildings a f... Read More...

Culture & cuisine in Dubai: Part One

November 30, 2015

It was snowing when I left my house this morning. Now I’m enjoying a balmy evening from the comfort of my balcony at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. Looking across the Arabian Gulf to Dubai’s Manhattan-style s... Read More...

How a rich heritage shaped today’s Aegean Coast holidays.

October 12, 2015

Turkey is a destination with an incredible history. From Alexander the Great to the Romans, the Byzantine period to the Ottoman Empire, Turkey has consistently been at the forefront of defining periods of the h... Read More...

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Japan

December 3, 2014

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Japan What with its super sci-fi technologies, 'cuddle cafes' and penchant for cutsie cartoons, Japan is by far one of the most idiosyncratic countries in the world. But it isn't just th... Read More...

Culture in The Seychelles

August 1, 2014

In spite of its relatively small size, there is plenty of culture to take in on a Seychelles holiday. Here are just some of the enriching experiences on offer when you visit this corner of the Indian Ocean. ... Read More...

3 Destinations That Changed the Face of Music

January 28, 2014

Music is a universal language, people all over the world listen to a vast amount of it and the biggest artists have fans from every corner of the Earth. But what are the areas with the richest music heritage? A... Read More...

Las Vegas: A (Budget) Photographer’s Heaven

September 18, 2012

On holiday in Las Vegas, John Pozadzides decided to take a few pictures, and they are striking indeed. Better still, they were taken with a run-of-the-mill pocket camera.... Read More...

Summer Festivals in the Caribbean

May 28, 2012

There are few things better in the world than enjoying fabulous company, an alcoholic beverage and being surrounded by friends, loved ones and some truly excellent cultural events. Oh, and sunshine, lots and ... Read More...

Underwater Art In Cancun

May 15, 2012

The last thing you’d expect to find when scuba diving is more than 400 life sized sculptures in an underwater installation that occupies over 150 square metres. But this is what you’ll see if you visit the Mu... Read More...

7 Days of Arts Events in Barbados

April 7, 2012

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If you thought Barbados holidays were all about sun, sea and sand - think again. The world-famous gem of the Caribbean is home to an impressive selection of fantastic galleries and artistic events. Be a culture... Read More...

Deconstructing Bob Marley – The Dark Side Of An Icon

March 12, 2012

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Director Kevin Macdonald's (Touching The Void, The Last King Of Scotland) documentary 'Marley' is centred on the considerable iconic frame of Bob Marley. According to the Scottish director, the film, is... Read More...

5 Miracles Of Moses Explained by Science

February 27, 2012

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Moses did a lot of excellent things. He was a positive miracle-making machine and could part seas, glean water from a stone and get chocolate stains out of white shirts, with a little help from the Lord, of cou... Read More...

Alternatives to the Koh Phangan Full Moon Party

January 23, 2012

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Thailand For those of you that don't know, Thailand is home to one of the best parties on earth...the Full Moon Party! Every year thousands of people flock from all corners of the globe to enjoy hu... Read More...