Danni in the Desert
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Danni in the Desert
1w ago
New Year’s Eve is one of my favourite times in Dubai and since my first ever celebration in 2013/14, I’ve been amazed at the incredible shows that Dubai puts on to celebrate ..read more
Danni in the Desert
3w ago
Last year, a jaw-dropping video of a giant skeleton towering near the Burj Khalifa went viral, causing a stir on social media after several large publications shared it. (You can watch the video below ..read more
Danni in the Desert
1M ago
Halloween might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Dubai, but trust me when I say this city knows how to throw a spooky celebration! Whether ..read more
Danni in the Desert
1M ago
Thinking of spending Xmas in Dubai? Boy you’re in for a treat! Christmas in Dubai is absolutely amazing and I say that as a Muslim! But I did grow up as a ..read more
Danni in the Desert
2M ago
Choosing the right hotel in Dubai for your stay is a difficult task! Especially with so many great options available! As someone who’s had many guests over the years and personally stayed ..read more
Danni in the Desert
4M ago
From the 1st July 2024 Dubai Mall are introducing parking costs for Dubai Mall’s main car parks. Here are all the details you need to know from a long time Dubai resident and frequent visitor.
Dubai Mall free parking time
Dubai mall currently offers free parking all day however after the 1st July 2024 it will offer free parking for up to 4 hours in the weekday and for up to 6 hours during the weekend.
How much will parking at Dubai Mall cost?
Weekday parking rates
These rates will apply to Grand, Cinema & Fashion Parking. Excluding Zabeel Parking and Fountain View.
Parking hours
Parkin ..read more
Danni in the Desert
4M ago
If you’re looking for a holiday that combines both the beach and city nightlife then Dubai Marina is the perfect spot for you! You’ll get the best of both worlds and it’s hugely popular with Western tourists for that reason.
Here are 11 unique and awesome things to do in Dubai Marina
11 Things to Do in Dubai Marina 1) Enjoy the sea and sand at JBR Beach
Relax and soak up the sun at JBR Beach, a sandy beach with the beautiful sea. You can swim, sunbathe, or enjoy a picnic with friends and family.
You’ll also find lots of hotels, restaurants and shops set further back from the beach and it’s ea ..read more
Danni in the Desert
4M ago
The Middle East has some amazing desserts and, and travelling to Dubai without trying them should be a crime! It’s definitely a food crime, at least.
If you have a sweet tooth and love nuts, you are going to LOVE Arabic desserts. A few options contain Arabic cheese, giving it a sour and tangy taste contrasting the sugar, making them incredibly addictive. Added with the exotic aromas of caradom and rose makes them perfection!
After first trying Kunafa in Jordan 8 years ago, I’ve made it my mission in Dubai to find the best places to eat tasty Arabic desserts. So I can enjoy them all the time ..read more
Danni in the Desert
5M ago
Every so often, you hear scary stories about tourists getting into trouble in Dubai. These stories may even make you scared to visit Dubai and worry about getting into trouble.
As a resident of over 10 years, I’ll give you what you need to watch out for as a tourist and how not to spoil your vacation!
I’ve heard almost every story you can think of, along with many different myths which this article will bust.
Tourist rules in Dubai Gaining entry into Dubai
This is the first and most important step of starting your Dubai vacation as a tourist, this is what you must have if you wish to visit Du ..read more
Danni in the Desert
5M ago
Is it possible to get a bus from Dubai to Oman? What is it like going by the bus from Dubai to Muscat?
I’ll answer everything below, but yes, you can still go to Oman by bus in 2024. Here is the 100% honest guide to getting to Oman and back again by bus by someone who has actually done it. So you know what it’s REALLY like.
Whether you want to visit Oman cheaply or need to do a visa run, all the details about the Dubai bus to Muscat are below!
Want the easiest way to see Muscat from Dubai?
Check prices for a full Muscat tour including flights
If you’re looking purely for how to do a Dubai vi ..read more