The Sandy Times

Watch the Icon: How Rolex’s Slowest Seller Became the World’s Coolest Watch

What do Paul Newman, pit crews, and platinum bezels have in common? This

by Dara Morgan

14 Jul 2025

Lifestyle

Mental Health

Offline And Loving It: Notes From a Digital Detox

A few days without phone — exactly what you need when 30 is around

by Dara Morgan

11 Jul 2025

Watch the Icon: The Story Behind the Audemars Piguet Overnight Revolution

The Royal Oak entered the building when Swiss tradition met a deadline

by Dara Morgan

7 Jul 2025

Watch the Icon: How Omega Accidentally Made a Space Legend

It was built for racetracks. NASA took it to the Moon.

by Dara Morgan

30 Jun 2025

Shopping

Fashion

Not All Sandals Are Created Equal: Choosing the Right Birkenstock

Because you (normally) don't dive into a pool wearing your suede Bostons

by Dara Morgan

28 Jun 2025

Art

UAE Cultural Digest: July 2025

For those whose lifestyle can't be slowered by scorching heat

by Dara Morgan

26 Jun 2025

Shopping

Fashion

Covered, Cool And Confident: Modest Swimwear UAE Is Having a Moment

What to wear if you want to stay stylish by the poolside

by Dara Morgan

25 Jun 2025

Books

5 Books By Female Authors To Read This Summer

Whether you are laying somewhere on the beach or hiding under the AC, you are going to need something to read

by Dara Morgan

24 Jun 2025

Watch the Icon: 4 Things You Didn't Know About the Rolex Submariner

The world’s most famous dive watch was never just for diving

by Dara Morgan

23 Jun 2025

Saudi Arabia

Riyadh

Escape the Ordinary: 6 Rooftop Spots Redefining Riyadh's Summer Nights

Beat the heat and elevate your nights — Riyadh’s best rooftops are calling

by Dara Morgan

19 Jun 2025

Events

Father’s Day In Dubai 2025: Where To Celebrate And What To Gift

Special treats that your dad will sure appreciate

by Dara Morgan

18 Jun 2025

Heritage

Watch the Icon: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About the Cartier Santos-Dumont

With the new podcast by The Sandy Times, you are about to become dangerously well-informed

by Dara Morgan

16 Jun 2025

Lifestyle

People

The Deepfake Dilemma: How AI Is Rewriting Celebrity Reality

Scandals are spreading, reality is bending — and celebrities are caught in the crossfire. How is the world reacting to the new deepfake dilemma?

by Dara Morgan

12 Jun 2025

Parties

Wellness Over Wild Nights: Is Dubai Still a Party City?

Is Dubai swapping dance floors for downward dogs? The party scene faces a wellness takeover

by Dara Morgan

4 Jun 2025

Sport

Health

Summer In Dubai Just Got Interesting: 4 Unusual Sports You Need To Try

For the ultimate sweat & joy experience — yes, even in summer, and yes, on purpose

by Dara Morgan

2 Jun 2025

Travel

Vacation

Eid Al-Adha 2025: Top Staycations You Deserve

The long weekend is coming, and you know what that means: suitcase packed, and staycation mode officially on

by Dara Morgan

28 May 2025

Travel

Vacation

Escaping the Heat: 5 Reasons To Visit Montenegro This Summer

Where luxury meets the active holiday — and the only reason to leave is if your visa tells you to

by Dara Morgan

26 May 2025

Food

Entertainment

How TikTok Trends Impact the Global Food Industry

Is a bar of Dubai chocolate a harmless flex or a real threat to supply chains?

by Dara Morgan

15 May 2025

Music