A taste of the good life: brunch in Abu Dhabi

Food & Drink

When you think of brunch, what do you think of? Avocado on toast or eggs Benedict, right? Well in Abu Dhabi, brunch is done a little differently around here. From steak to sushi and curry to pasta, it’s fair to say an Abu Dhabi brunch is like no other. Here the afternoon meal is far from a quick bite after the gym. It’s a grand feast – often served buffet style, complete with free-flowing drinks – that will leave you feeling like Henry VIII. It’s a bit of a mystery how it all began, possibly it was brought over by western expats and then given the flashy Abu Dhabi treatment. As the first day of the UAE weekend, Friday is the best day to catch a slice of the action; particularly if you want one of the boozy options.

Barcelona

Destination

Whether you’re in town for Barcelona’s impressive structures – Sagrada Familia or Camp Nou, you’ll want to pop by some of the city’s other memorable sights too. Here, we could start listing Gothic architecture, Roman walls and some sort of UNESCO World Heritage rundown. But you’re too Google-savvy for that. No, we’ll point you towards achingly cool coffee shops or Barcelona tattoo artists that can do incredible things with ink. Because this is the stuff that makes or breaks, well… a city break. Antoni Gaudi may well have littered Barcelona with some showstopping landmarks – but if your baristas can’t rustle up a more than passable espresso, we’re just not interested.

Relaxed in Barca: Barcelona’s best spas

See & Do

If you’ve ever whisked yourself off for a rejuvenating city break and returned home wearier than ever, you’re not alone. The pressure to see EVERY must see is immense. The secret fix? Setting time aside to just chill. And yes, a massage in Barcelona is going to come with a little FOMO – but you haven’t seen the spas yet. Elegance and luxury, quirky, eco-friendly and even a plant-based option appears on our list.

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Things to do in Abu Dhabi with kids

Guides & Tips

Abu Dhabi is probably best known for its skyscrapers and luxury resorts, so how does that work for a family holiday? Baby mani-pedis? Sliding down the Etihad Towers? Your six-year-old probably isn’t begging for a spa day, but don’t worry – if you’re wondering what to do in Abu Dhabi with kids you’re likely to be pleasantly surprised. Youngsters visiting the city will find there are actually lots for them to do; things that won’t just keep them busy, but give them some really special lifelong memories.

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Abu Dhabi vs Dubai: Which one should you choose?

Guides & Tips

It’s the ultimate battle of the luxury cities: Abu Dhabi or Dubai? Sure, they both have impressive skylines and flashy resorts, but which one offers the most for travellers? If you’re struggling to decide which of the emirates is a better holiday option, fear not – we’re here to help you choose. From beaches and activities to food and culture, this is an insider’s guide to the popular debate. Slather on the sunscreen and buckle up – this could be an intense battle!

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Three courses one city – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Las Vegas

Food & Drink

With millions of visitors streaming through the famous strip every year, it’s no surprise that the Las Vegas food scene is one of the best in the world. The flow of money through the city has funded several fine dining venues and outposts for celebrity chefs to show off the best of their cuisine, so even though you’re in the middle of the desert you’re never too far from a world class meal. However, as with everything in Vegas, there’s so much choice that thinking about where to eat can become a burden, instead of the joy it should be. With that in mind, we’ve come up with some of the best eateries in Vegas for all three meals of the day, so sit back, relax, and salivate at the thought of dining in these beauties.

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Las Vegas

Destination

Dubai holidays are all about the resort, right? Sure, you could just get a snap of the world’s tallest building then spend the rest of your time sipping mojitos poolside, but you’d be missing so much of what the city has to offer. Get off the beaten track and you’ll have a truly memorable trip. How about a jet ski tour of the marina or a night spent under the stars at a traditional Bedouin camp?

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Helicopter Tours in Las Vegas

Guides & Tips

There isn’t much that beats driving into Clark County at dusk and seeing the effervescent sparkles of the strip burst into life over the horizon, but, of course, the enterprising bunch in the city of sin have managed to top that experience with the magic of helicopter rides over Las Vegas. There are many companies that offer once in a lifetime Las Vegas helicopter tours, and unlike a lot of helicopter rides over famous locations, these are totally worth it.