Abu Dhabi – UAE: Following the success of its first season, the Slow Cycle Race is back for an exciting second edition at Mushrif Mall. In partnership with the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club, this year’s event will take place from July 18 to 20 and July 25 to 27, 2025. This unique competition challenges participants to…
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Hidden Gems of Buenos Aires
Shereen Shabnam My journey to Buenos Aires was with a local Emirati lady who I met for the first time at the airport and together we explored most of Argentina but naturally our best moments was in Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina. The city at every time of the day was vibrant and…
Greece – An Odyssey of History, Beauty, and Culture
Shereen Shabnam Greece in the summer is a mesmerizing destination that offers a perfect blend of ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and exquisite cuisine. Despite being on crutches one summer, I spent ten days making memories as Greece offered me and my family a perfect mix of fun, food and a dose of history….
Return to Budapest
By Shereen Shabnam After a few delightful days in Prague, we took a train to Budapest to experience the city’s rich history, natural sites and their thermal springs. I expected my second visit to Budapest to be an adventure going into areas not discovered in my first trip but I was drawn once again into…
Destination of choice – Laax, Switzerland
By Shereen Shabnam Switzerland is always a good idea as there are so many destinations within the country that have different attractions and vibes. One such place is Laax, a family-friendly haven dedicated to alpine adventures but offering more than just skiing. The area comprises the village of Laax, together with Salums, Cons, Laax Murschetg,…
EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY AND FAMILY TRADITIONS – WHITE STALLION RANCH
By Shereen Shabnam As the world gets more accessible to travellers, destinations sought are no longer just limited to beaches and cities. Highlands, cruises, ranches are becoming more popular and our current favourite is the White Stallion Ranch. The personal touch and hospitality of this traditional dude ranch is carefully blended with the service and…
Pure Indulgence
DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del Higuerón By Shereen Shabnam This has been a year of exploring my adopted country Spain and during a road trip, we stayed at the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del Higueron, belonging to the Hilton brandfamily. The first thing that greeted me at the…
EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY AND FAMILY TRADITIONS WHITE STALLION RANCH
By Shereen Shabnam As the world gets more accessible to travellers, destinations sought are no longer just limited to beaches and cities. Highlands, cruises, ranches are becoming more popular and our current favourite is the White Stallion Ranch. The personal touch and hospitality of this traditional dude ranch is carefully blended with the service and…
Authentic Italian Experiences – Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
By Shereen Shabnam Set in the Eternal City on the grounds of a 15 acre park, Rome, the spectacular Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort offers guests a home overlooking the best parts of the Vatican City. I spent a few days exploring the majestic hotel and its spa recently and left rested and…
Rose Park Hotel – Al Barsha
By Shereen Shabnam Inspired from past success in hospitality and the enviable reputation for delivering excellence in guest service over the last 10 years, the award-winning Rose International Hotels Management recently introduced us to the Rose Park Hotel in Al Barsha. Over a sumptuous lunch, Thameem Razick, Director of Sales & Marketing at Rose Hotels…
