Sheikh Mohammed

A sombre tone set and New Year’s Eve cancelled in Dubai

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In response to the recent, dramatic escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Gaza (read this excellent on-the-ground account by Ashraf Khalil and Rushdi Abou Alouf reporting for the LA Times), Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed has ordered that New Year’s Eve celebrations be cancelled in Dubai in solidarity with the Palestinians (read about it here on … Read more about A sombre tone set and New Year’s Eve cancelled in Dubai

Top 10 dream tours

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I’m not a fan of guided tours as you know, although if I was forced to do a tour and I was free to select my own guide and devise my own itinerary, then that’s another thing. An engaging expert, some alluring destinations… so here are my top 10 dream tours: 10. A global surfing … Read more about Top 10 dream tours