5 articles tagged with desert experiences
When I first touched down in Ras Al Khaimah with my adventure-hungry friends, I couldn't believe this hidden gem of the UAE had been off my radar for so long. Unlike its flashier neighbor Dubai, RAK (as the locals call...
When most travelers think of the UAE, Dubai's gleaming skyscrapers and Abu Dhabi's architectural marvels dominate the conversation. But nestled between these two giants lies Sharjah – the cultural heart of the Emirates and, surprisingly, a paradise for families seeking...
As an environmental scientist who's frequented Dubai for both research and leisure, I've perfected the art of transforming a standard business trip into an extraordinary desert experience. The juxtaposition of cutting-edge sustainable architecture against the timeless Arabian desert creates an...
There's a moment just after sunset in Abu Dhabi when the city transforms. The scorching heat retreats, the skyline ignites with countless lights, and the Emirates' capital reveals its sophisticated nocturnal personality. Having first visited Abu Dhabi three years ago...
The Red Sea laps gently against Eilat's shores as tourists bask in the predictable pleasures of this resort town. But twenty minutes from the beach umbrellas and snorkeling excursions lies an entirely different Israel—one that has persisted for centuries in...