Dubai Travel Guide

  Whether you’re headed for a skiing jaunt or a mountaineering holiday, it’s not difficult these days to procure the right set of gear and accessories. We’re all familiar with established outdoor gear brands like Marmot, Black Diamond , Outdoor Research, Mammut, and Patagonia – all of which can be procured locally at stores that specialize in adventure gear like Outdoor Life (Wheelock Place and Velocity), Adventure21 (Central) and Campers’ Corner (Waterloo Street). Some brands – like Arc’teryx, The North Face, and Columbia – even have their own stores. From baselayers to fleece jackets and down shells, it’s not difficult to procure one in your size these days compared to a decade ago.  Plus, the prices are comparable to the US and Europe where the brands originate from – they may seem a bit steep, but one has to consider the million-dollar research into fabric tech and athlete endorsements. While these brands have been quietly marketing their way into our packing list, the ad...

  Miami is best known as the city of sun, beach, and all-night parties, a dream destination for any young traveler. But don’t worry if you are visiting Miami with the whole family, as you’ll be surprised how many fun things you can do in this beautiful city with your kids. Miami offers plenty of kid-friendly and educational activities that will keep your children busy and entertained during your stay. Check websites listing hotels in Miami like this one to find the best accommodation option for your family, and take a look at this quick guide to discover the family-friendly side of Miami. 1. Miami MetroZoo The Miami MetroZoo is one of the best zoos in Florida. This zoo houses more than 700 wild animals from all over the world. There are no cages, only moats to separate groups of animals from the same geographic territories, that are actually recreated at the park. Visitors can walk around the zoo seeing rare Bengala tigers, feed Samburu giraffes or take the Monorail to visit the p...