The Sandy Times

Saudi Singer Yazeed Fahad: "I Want To Be the Main Character Of My Own Life"

Yazeed Fahad opens up about his top songs, hidden tracks, and a tough moment on stage

by Barbara Yakimchuk

24 Sept 2025

Travel

Attractions

Perfect Weekend Getaway: Welcome To Istanbul

We will show you different Istanbul — the one you won’t find in travel brochures

by Barbara Yakimchuk

22 Sept 2025

Cameron Shahbazi, Countertenor: “My Voice Works When Brain, Heart And Lungs Are In Sync”

Late-night rehearsals, a mother’s drive, and a career shaped by the heart — the story of Cameron Shahbazi

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Sept 2025

Sport

Skydiving In Dubai: Everything You Need To Know Before Your First Jump

Where to jump, when to go, and how much costs — your Dubai skydiving questions answered

by Barbara Yakimchuk

17 Sept 2025

Art

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, September 16–21

Plenty of art, some good food, and just the right dose of music — consider this your week’s spoiler

by Barbara Yakimchuk

15 Sept 2025

STR Read

Opera Explained: A Guide To the Fine Art

Not an opera fan? We won’t promise to change your heart, but we can change your perspective

by Barbara Yakimchuk

12 Sept 2025

Dima And Tania, L’Atelier Nawbar: "They Laughed At Us — Now They Respect Us"

Sisters Nawbar on their dynasty brand that is breaking the traditional rules of the jewelry world

by Barbara Yakimchuk

12 Sept 2025

How To Choose Your First Record Player?

Choosing your first record player (and everything else you will need) with Kito Jempere

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Sept 2025

Time Travel Through Music: The Childhood Of Ibrahim Abudyak

A journey into Ibrahim's childhood, told through his favourite songs

by Barbara Yakimchuk

9 Sept 2025

Three Generations, One Story: Meet the Iran Khanoom Family

The Instagram account born around the beloved grandmother turned out to be the place to share social agenda

by Barbara Yakimchuk

6 Sept 2025

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Fashion Brands Recommended By Insider

Osama Almohsen shares his top 5 brands that will change the way you see Saudi fashion

by Barbara Yakimchuk

5 Sept 2025

Inside UAE Schools: What Parents Need To Know

We spoke with parents whose children study in Dubai to ask the questions everyone wants answered

by Barbara Yakimchuk

4 Sept 2025

Dubai Districts. Where To Live. Al Khawaneej

Exploring the areas of Dubai through the eyes of the insiders

by Barbara Yakimchuk

3 Sept 2025

STR

Time Travel Through Music: The Childhood Of Ali Al Shehabi

A journey into Ali’s childhood, told through his favourite songs

by Barbara Yakimchuk

2 Sept 2025

Photography

Standing For Women And Love: Meet Egyptian Photographer Najla Said

A photographer exploring women, religion, sisterhood and society — all drawn from her own lived experience

by Barbara Yakimchuk

30 Aug 2025

Photography

Algeria In Photos And Stories By Houssem Boulifa

From carpets at home to football in the streets, a French-Algerian lens reveals his country’s story

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Aug 2025

Time Travel Through Music: The Childhood Of Rhea Jacobs

A journey into Rhea’s childhood, told through her favourite songs

by Barbara Yakimchuk

27 Aug 2025

Food

Your Guide To Arabic Shawarmas In Dubai

What makes Palestinian shawarma unique — and why does Levantine shawarma come with potatoes?

by Barbara Yakimchuk

26 Aug 2025

Art

5 Iranian Artists To Know: Stories Of Belonging And Memory

From painting on pizza boxes to reading Persian myths, discover what inspires Iranian artists and how they create

by Barbara Yakimchuk

25 Aug 2025