Atlantis Hotel at Palm Jumeirah (Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai) — this hotel is located at a man-made island in the shape of a palm tree. In the lobby you will find a magnificent glass sculpture by the famed glass artist Dale Chihuly. Keep going and you’ll find the 11-million liter aquarium. This aquarium trumps […]
Al Fahidi Fort and Dubai Museum (Al Fahidi Street, Dubai) — The fort dates back to the 18th century (acting as the oldest existing building in Dubai). It houses interesting archeological finds as spears, khanjar knives and cannons along with various artifacts from African and Asian countries that traded with Dubai traders. Open daily from […]
Even though the area now known as Dubai bore archeological evidence suggesting that settlements there went back to the Bronze Age, this trading hub as it’s known today got its humble beginning in the early 19th century. In 1833, some 800 members of the Bani Yas tribe, led by the Maktoum Family, settled at the […]
Delhi Golf Club (Dr. Zakir Hussain Road, New Delhi, Delhi) — The DGC as its better known is one of the top courses in India with a sterling reputation. As a golfer this is a MUST PLAY course. Built by the British in 1931, it is one of the oldest golf courses in Asia & […]
Cavelossim Beach (Goa) –This serene beach in Goa attracts tourists with activities such as sun bathing, sun basking, dolphin trips, sunset cruise, and shopping. One can select from a wide range of Indian crafts and gift items and carry them as souvenirs to their native land from the colorful bazaars that surround this beautiful beach. […]
Abu-Simbel Temples (Nubia, southern Egypt) – (for those arriving from Cairo via train or nile cruise boat) Prepare to be blown away by the magnificence of these temples. They are undisputedly one of the world’s most breathtaking monuments, and Egypt’s second most visited touristic site, the Pyramids of Giza being on the top of the […]
Light Show — The magnificent temples in Abu-Simbel become even more enchanting at night when the sound and light show lights up the façade with wonderful lighting, music and narration. Artists inspired by its history take you back thousands of years ago to show you how Ramses the Great ruled Egypt. A masterful spectacle, the […]
Al-Azhar Park (Ad Darb Al Ahmar, Cairo) — Escape Cairo’s exhilaration by heading to the green landscaped gardens of Al-Azhar Park where you’ll relax in a tranquil setting while gazing at beautiful panoramic views of the capital. Embracing valuable history, the park is also home to the newly discovered Ayyubid wall, constructed by Salah El […]
Beymen (Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, Garden City, Cairo) – this is the Cairo branch of a high-end Turkish department store, which offers some of the world’s top names in fashion and accessories. Its interior is reminiscent of Saks 5th Avenue in New York. Its selection of beauty products includes up-scale brands such […]
Al Khaima (23 El Nil Street, Giza, Cairo) – its Nile River location already makes this a popular nightspot. Its interior is spacious and well lit, with high ceilings. The décor is simple with mostly white seating and round oriental ceiling lights; sheer curtains drape the windows while Arabesque accents are matched with deep turquoise […]