It is easy to find a good hotel in Dubai. But finding low key, charming accommodation that won’t break the bank, is not so straightforward. Which makes the XVA Art Hotel a very special little gem. More a boutique guesthouse and art gallery than hotel, it is rather different to other accommodation ...
WHERE TO EAT IN DUBAI – THE FOODIE HIGHLIGHTS
There are so many *seriously* good places to eat in Dubai, and there are multiple, comprehensive guides on where to eat to look at before your trip. Try TimeOut Dubai and Savoir Flair for two of the best places to look for recent reviews and openings. But whilst the UAE’s population is about 85% ...
A WEEKEND IN DUBAI
Whilst I had flown through Dubai on many occasions, it had never appealed to me as a destination in its own right until I moved to Oman. It is now a straightforward five hour drive away and is a popular weekend destination for Muscat’s residents. I had the impression that Dubai was little ...


