This travelogue is dedicated to things to do in Cappadocia. I am taking you there through unique travel stories (or Glimpses) to see the famous Turkish area Cappadocia in Central Anatolia province. Our journey begins in Antalya on the Southern coast. We are stopping by Konya and Sultanhan and then enjoying the view of the famous […]
A British diplomat traveled through the Balkans and Serbia in the mid-19th century and wrote a book about his journey. Now, two centuries later, I let him guide me through my own country! This special series, Glimpses of 19th-Century Serbia, is now being transformed into an eBook. The stories and anecdotes that were once below […]
Dubai Facts is a text that will delve into a few more interesting details that deserve mention but didn’t find space in the previous travel stories from this series (Travel to Dubai :: My Story). After everything I have seen, heard, and experienced, I tried to sum up the impressions and all those Dubai facts […]
When it comes to Dubai nightlife or going out for a drink, it requires a bit of planning in advance. A wide range of restaurants and cafes, often located in or around shopping centers, offer a fantastic selection that caters to even the pickiest of tourists. However, if you occasionally want to enjoy a glass […]
Here is my experience with the Abu Dhabi tour from Dubai. Well, let’s start from the beginning. One of the things I promised myself to do if I ever set foot on Emirati soil was to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. I watched a TV documentary a couple of years ago […]
Dubai Creek, which separates the two oldest districts—Deira and Bur Dubai—was home to the first inhabitants of this emirate. After the Baniyas tribe migrated from Abu Dhabi, the new ruler at the time, Sheikh Maktoum bin Hashar al Maktoum, granted various tax concessions to foreign traders towards the end of the 18th century. This attracted […]
I was most eager to see one particular tourist attraction in UAE and didn’t want to make a mistake regarding the Abu Dhabi mosque dress code. But here is what happened. I made sudden plans to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi the next day. (You’ll find more about it in my […]
Dubai Deira city center is one of the older parts of the city, where you can experience more traditional aspects of Arab culture, including the heritage of former tribes and their legacy. You might recall seeing a couple of domes from our sightseeing bus, one adorned with blue and green ornaments. The guide pointed out […]
This is what Dubai Museum looks like and if it’s worth a visit. Considering that I come from Europe, where “places to visit” typically include monuments, grand archaeological ruins, and cultural heritage dating back thousands of years, I was a bit surprised to be directed toward shopping malls in Dubai by default. However, I remained […]
Here are a few more interesting details before we head to the Dubai souks, just to give you a sense of where you’ve arrived. Not many mosques are found in modern, recently built districts, most of which date back just a decade or two. In these areas, you won’t hear the five daily calls to […]
If you want to know what traditional Dubai Arabic sweets are like, prepare for what you’ve likely seen across the region if you’ve previously traveled in the Middle East, or at least for what is most commonly found in Turkey. Finding Arabic sweets in Dubai isn’t as simple as you’d think. Sure, you might spot industrially […]
“Places to Visit in Dubai” goes far beyond the shopping malls that are always the first recommendation—malls in Dubai we’ve already covered in previous articles. When you finish shopping for all those things you planned to buy – and those you didn’t – and when the glittering stores, flashing ads, and sleek marble interiors start […]
It might be hard to believe, but you can find both snow and skiing in Dubai. If you’re craving below-zero temperatures, a blanket of snow, and some winter activities, no worries—Dubai will make snow for you. It might sound over the top, especially when the concrete outside is practically melting in the 45-degree heat. But […]
Whenever you ask someone what to see in UAE, the answer often seems predictable—shopping malls in Dubai. You might think, “That’s not too exciting, it’s just like back home.” Even if planning on picking up a few things, you probably expect to spend most of your time visiting cultural spots or relaxing on the beach. […]
When visiting UAE, it’s almost impossible to avoid the so-called “great shopping experiences,” no matter the purpose of your trip, so the aquarium in Dubai should be on your places-to-visit list. And here is why. As a tax-free zone, the city offers an incredible range of goods and brands, often at prices lower than those […]
