tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-216203612015-12-04T22:13:25.819+04:00Dubai, Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates and Arabiagrapeshishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00647015483310802719noreply@blogger.comBlogger1166125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21620361.post-11922271665278484922015-01-29T18:59:00.001+04:002015-01-29T18:59:42.357+04:00

Dear Friends of Grapeshisha We are delighted to announce that we have launched the Oman Travel Guide, exclusively available on Amazon and covering Muscat and the whole of Oman. Like our previous guide, it's available on Kindle and we are sure that anyone visiting will find it useful. We do hope that you will take advantage of the very cheap launch price that gives you a great overview of

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Dear Friends of Grapeshisha We are delighted to announce that we have launched the Dubai Travel Guide, exclusively available on Amazon. Like our previous guide, it's available on Kindle and we are sure that anyone visiting will find it useful. We do hope that you will take advantage of the very cheap launch price that gives you a great overview of Dubai that you could have in your pocket

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When I first heard about the mysterious movement “The Order of Never Hide”, I was intrigued to find out more about this ‘secretive non secret society’. Within moments I signed up and completed the challenges. I felt so accomplished, I was now part of a group with like – minded, fun, adventurous and inspiring people. Becoming part of the Order makes me look at the world with more confidence

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Travelling to Dubai is unlike visits to other popular tourist destinations and there’s more that you need to be aware off before embarking on your trip. While it’s an Islamic state, it’s considerably liberal in comparison to its neighbours, but that doesn’t mean there’s things you shouldn’t avoid in order to maintain the respect the city deserves. People of all ages consider a break in Dubai

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New in Dubai! Wellnesia is shaking the deal market with discounts on over 400 treatments at top salons and spas. Wellnesia is a new beauty & wellness website providing customers access to more than 400 discounted beauty, spa and lifestyle treatments at top venues in and around Dubai. Through Wellnesia.com, customers can find and book - free of charge - any beauty or spa treatment they fancy at

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As many of the readers to this blog know, we love Madinat Jumeirah – it has air of sophistication to it, but without compromising the Arabian feel that we like. We remember when it first opened – and while many other hotels have opened subsequently, Madinat has managed to stand its ground as one of the premier hotels to stay at. It actually comprises of three distinctive properties: Madinat

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One of the most recent timelapse pieces of Dubai, from earlier this year

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There have always been pretenders, but when they have money, anything can happen. And Baku is only 3 hours from Dubai. Hello Azerbaijan: Ibrahimov went straight to his architects and said, “Draw this exactly the way I did.” Avesta Concern, the company that governs his various business interests, subsequently commissioned the blueprints for Ibrahimov’s vision. The result will be a sprawling,

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The airline industry is one that many of our readers come to search for on our site. I think we have been mentioned by some aviation sites as recommendations for Dubai. And it becomes important for people considering their career as the pattern of one's life is the result of the career path chosen and career decisions taken. A vision of the career in mind is indeed needed to set the goals for

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Son's of Yusuf - from 2 of Arabia's Most Wanted. If you like Jay-Z and the rap game. If you like the original, you'll love some of the adaptation of the lyrics. "She said Ya’koob “Can we get married at the Mosque?” I told her look you need to put on a Hijab...Anyway - parental advisory and all that - it's a rap song y'know:  Here's a full analysis of the lyrics and the video from the Kuwait

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Actually it's the Fresh Prince of Emirates Hills, but very amusing. Some weekend fun. Enjoy! (HT AD Living)

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It's the new year - and everyone has resolutions. And we all have intentions. Intentions are wonderful. You intend to do things, and there is commitment, but there is no guarantee. There is a new blog on the scene. It has intentions. Yes, Abu Dhabi has a new blog. It's called Another Abu Dhabi Blog. There's not much on it (it began on the first of January). Just so you know and so we are clear -

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In our final Malaysia update of the year, we give you the inside track on where to stay in Malaysia which gives you a little more of paradise away from the crowds. It is definitely worth staying in a place like this if twinning with a dual city break to KL, for example. And beaches in Malaysia have a different kind of Far Eastern elegance to those in the Gulf. We're not saying either are better

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An update for those looking for a new year's break (yes, we know we are obsessed with Malaysia, but it is a great place to visit from the Gulf) Diving is not something you can really do in the UAE, although other parts of the Gulf like Oman offer some options.  Malaysia's waters, however, are a gateway into the unknown, where those who are moved enough to embark on its adventures can descend to

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Jobs in Abu Dhabi have become topical that they are now being referred to in every day conversation. This skit - a parody of Gotye - Somebody I used to Know is called - "Some recruiter I used to know." For those of you looking for a new job in 2013, good luck! In the mean time, enjoy this hilarious video. You'll know this kind of recruiter! Listen out at 1:39

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It may be that time when the UAE will be wishing each other Happy UAE Day - but a recent survey states that Dubai is the most expensive place in the world to be happy. Not so happy for many. That means that most people are living an unhappy existence. The survey says: The research, conducted with 5000 people across 13 territories, found that the highest levels of aspired income were

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It seems a good few of you are in the process of booking or about to leave for Malaysia. You'll have a great time. We've had a few emails asking where else to go to pair up with KL. Our recommendation is to try Langkawi. Think stunning turquoise seas, iridescent paddy fields, friendly locals and a wealth of things to see and do and you’ll soon realize why the 99-island archipelago of Langkawi is

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Are you ready for skydive Dubai - this year? For the world parachutist's championship. Be ready. Watch this video:

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For those of you that are considering skipping the National Day celebrations for a trip away, can we recommend KL? We went a few months back and probably one of our most favourite trips in recent years. We think that Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is one of Asia’s most underrated tourist destinations. While many recognize the colonial beauty of Georgetown and Malacca or the stunning

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The quiet but beautiful city of Al Ain has been making news lately with the anticipated opening of its refurbished Ain Al Faida Resort.  The family resort which was built over 30 years ago, boasts acres of lush gardens , a mosque and an area for boats.  Pretty chalets, rich in local architecture have been a focal point and long project of renovation to attract new visitors from around the UAE

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Mashrabiya is a term used for a type of window enclosed with latticework located and an element of traditional Arabic architecture used for many years in Arabia. Its use in the Middle Ages was defining and produced a natural shield to the sun's heat. It's use waned as modern architectural techniques changed and air condition became prevalent. The masrabiya bring back the concept for ADIC's

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We haven't heard much about Ski Dubai recently. It's a given in the Dubai landscape, but it was perceived as one of the first crazy things that put Dubai on the map. This story touches on what ski dubai means to many individuals.

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Eid is on the way, and for our readers in the UAE we have teamed up with Groupon for a small competition about your favourite restaurant or food experience. Everyone loves eating, and better than just eating, is eating the food you love. In order to honour the act of eating, tell us all about the best meal you've had in the UAE, and you’ll have the chance to win a voucher for 500AED to be spent

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Dubai's Fog by Gerald Donovan. Eerie.

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