Here is my review of the Aloft the Palm hotel in Dubai, a property that I didn't expect to like, but it quickly became one of my favourites in Dubai. If you follow me on social media you know why by now. Aloft hotels are Marriott's hip, funky, trendy and no-frills hotels. I always wondered what a cheaper trendier brand is doing in the Palm? Since I had only stayed at the Waldorf …
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Hotel Reivew: Doubletree Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
During our Dubai adventure, we booked a few days in the Doubletree Ras Al Khaimah and here is my review of the property. Initially, I was going to book the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, which has been on my radar since it opened, but after reading the reviews, it seemed that there were more options for children in the Doubletree. So I went for it instead. We booked during one of the …
How to Extend Your Tourist Visa in Dubai – The Easy Way
When I was looking for information on how to extend my tourist visa in Dubai, I didn't find much information available, so I thought I will make this for anyone looking to do something similar. The process is much easier than the one I found online or when I called some agencies telling me to go to Terminal 3. Who can extend their tourist visas in Dubai As a British passport …
Hotel Review: Marriott Executive Apartments Deira
On our recent trip to Dubai, I decided to stay at a hotel -apartment instead of a hotel as with the whole pandemic and a little child, it just made more sense and felt safer. I decided on the Marriott Executive apartments for two reasons. First, it was the fact that I was doing a status match promotion for Platinum and second because I got a fantastic deal on it—more on how you can get this …
The Best Muslim-Friendly Guide to Dubai with Money-Saving tips
Dubai is one of the most popular destinations for Muslim travellers as it offers everything they desire. Halal food in Dubai is obviously not an issue, and there are mosques to pray and plenty of activities for children, couples, and families alike. But Dubai is so much more than the mesmerising skyscrapers and breathtaking desert. Situated on the Persian Gulf coast of UAE, Dubai is …
Halal Holiday with a Private Pool Review: Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara
There are not many places that I would go back to when it comes to hotels or holidays. But when you find a perfect halal resort in Salalah Oman, I think you would happily go back. Definitely, the Al Baleed Resort in Salalah Oman is one exception. As you know, I am always on the lookout for beautiful halal or Muslim-friendly hotels/resorts that tick all my boxes of a private pool villa, …