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As a Dubai resident, I know the full Dubai experience – the good (staycations), the bad (Thursday evening traffic) and the ugly (SUMMER). Which is why when “three-word horror stories” came about, we all couldn’t help but LOL.

Head to the family run equestrian facilities at Al Jiyad Stables for an authentic ride through the Arabian sands. Located in the centre of Sieh Al-Salem nature reserve, the Marzooqi family shares their passion for horse riding and endurance training with classes for beginners and pros.

Meredith Huston is embarking on a mission to bring happiness to the hands of Dubai’s residents through arts and crafts workshops across the community. Spreading happiness along the way, the Turquoise Boutique Studio empowers people to activate their creativity, with a fun combination of accomplishment, relaxation, mindfulness and joy.

After an extensive search for the right candidates, Dubai has excitingly announced the first two Emirati astronauts to go to space with the International Space Station.

A new eco campaign is encouraging people to make household purchases that will help bring back the endangered Ghaf tree to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

An impressive 6m tall living green wall has been erected by Dubai Properties in the heart of Culture Village. A testament to the developer’s commitment to sustainable living, the impressive 1,260-square-meter structure features over 80,000 plants.

In 2011, McDonald’s UAE launched its Biodiesel Initiative, and 8,563 tonnes of CO2 emissions have been saved since, contributing to the improved air quality in the country.

Dubai Taxi Corporation announced its initiative “Al Khair Ride,” meaning the ride of goodwill.

The UAE has been ranked as the best passport in the Middle East according to the third edition of Henley & Partners-Kochenov Quality of Nationality Index report. The country has climbed 13 positions in the past five years, coming in at number 46 out of 167 countries in passport strength ranking.

“Power of Gentle,” a short video by JOHNSON’s Beauty carries a beautiful message for Ramadan. Part of the brand’s social movement campaign, it implores men and women around the region to make more gentle choices in their everyday lives and experience its powerful ripple effect. 

In addition to Dinner in the Sky, Dubai is now home to Flying Cup a sky-high cafe located 40 meters above ground. Yes, you read it right.

Ever felt exhausted shopping at Dubai Mall or just sick of waiting around for a fellow shopper? Now you can head to Level 2 Grand Parking, which recently opened the Sleep Pod Lounge – designed specifically for tired shoppers to take a nap by the hour throughout the day.

Celebrating the power of imagination and transmitting ideas and values to the ones we love, Montblanc released a special edition, Meisterstück, inspired by the much-loved story, “Le Petit Prince.”

Whether you’re an avid traveller seeking the thrill of a good city tour or you’re looking to close a business deal, Emaar’s latest Rove hotel has got you covered.

A new book shop concept has arrived in Dubai, and it runs solely on trusting the public. By now, you may have seen a few of these stalls dotted across the city’s streets and corners and probably wondered where all the attendants are.

If you are thinking of a nice family day out that will not break the bank, then it’s time to head to the Hatta border.

With only a few weeks left to make the most of Dubai’s outdoors, a new urban beach and workout space is now open to the public in Dubai Design District.

Neutrogena’s brand ambassador Mariam Said took to the stage at the Dubai Lynx Festival to host an inspirational talk on “women at work” as part of the brand’s #SeeWhat’sPossible initiative.

Neutrogena® has launched two skin care treatments for women who want to achieve what’s possible in their day, without compromise.

DRIFT is the latest member of Dubai’s beach club scene. Located at One&Only Royal Mirage, DRIFT describes its seafront destination as a place where luxury beach chic meets casual simplicity.

Vice Media has launched in the Middle East with its new Vice Arabia platform, a youth-oriented space that represents the many voices of young people across the region.

Now that the weather is beginning to cool down, Riverland Dubai is a destination you should certainly visit. It is not only home to three theme parks, a water park and a hotel, but also has over 30 new cafes, restaurants and shops with exciting events regularly being held there.

A scenario; you have a huge love for dogs, but you can’t keep a dog in your Dubai apartment. Well, have no fear! There is a new cure for your need of some puppy love, and it’s not far away.

Paper Pop – the funky, fresh Dubai-based paper and print design online shop – will bring a touch of happiness to any home with its colourful, modern affordable poster art and wallpaper delights.

“Hunger Games” fans – this one’s for you! The region’s largest theme park destination, Dubai Parks and Resorts, announced its new season line-up featuring the world’s first rides and attractions inspired by “The Hunger Games.”

We’re very excited to hear that the new Dubai Safari Park is now in its final stages and is set to open later this year or early 2018.

There’s a ‘cool’ new attraction in town thanks to Dubai Ladies Club, which is offering a beach experience like no other!

As if the Burj Khalifa wasn’t already a masterpiece, a new one billion dollar project by Emaar is underway, set to stand about 100 meters above Burj Khalifa and possibly the tallest building in the world!

The Happy Box started off with its founders shared desire to create happy memories. Now a reality, The Happy Box offers monthly themed educational activity boxes with fun surprises for children and their parents.

Careem continues to improve its customer experience in the UAE and has recently introduced free Wi-Fi on all its business class cars. Customers using the service will have access to Wi-Fi via a passcode provided by the driver.