Rolling Grace

As you alight from your journey into the dazzling Arabian metropolis that is Dubai , the glittering playground of the rich and famous sprawls before you, ready to share its secrets. But beyond the glistening skyscrapers, luxurious brands, and gleaming supercars, there's an enchanting world waiting patiently to be explored. Dare to step off the indulgent path and journey instead to the captivating heart of Dubai's Desert Safari—an untamed wonderland where tradition, adventure, and nature entwine, inviting you to a realm that few have treasured so deeply. Feel the heat of the desert sun envelop you as you venture into the golden expanse, where an array of intoxicating experiences awaits. Ground yourself atop a camel, the ship of the desert, gracefully navigating the undulating dunes with the prowess of a seasoned traveller. Taste the thrill of dune bashing, adrenaline coursing through your veins as you race through the ever-shifting sands alongside fellow explorers. And as twilig...

In the dazzling cityscape of Dubai , opulence unravels at every corner. Here, in the ritzy neighbourhood of Jumeirah, you might spot teenage girls grandly cruising in their pink Audis and Ferrari convertibles as a casual Sunday drive. The notion of 'budget food' has a head-swimming tag of 50 dirhams attached, and there's an entire Gold Class carriage in the metro that offers plush, private seating - a serendipitous encounter proved it first-hand. Be warned though, non-Gold Nol card users risk a fine of AED100 for venturing into this zone. Contrastingly, outside the glittery realms of Jumeirah, Marina, and Emirates Hill, there exists a humbler face of Dubai that's surprisingly inviting. Should you not tote earnings in Euros or Dinars and aren't planning to shell out AED1500 for a sky-high suite, the chances are you'll find solace in the liveable locales of Deira or Bur Dubai. This is from the well-learned experience of staying in a modest 2-star hotel in Deira, w...