The Sandy Times

David Hockney Did It Again: Explore His New Exhibition

Foundation Louis Vuitton presents a breakthrough for digital art

by Sophie She

26 Aug 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 26–September 1

The last week of summer is here

by Dara Morgan

25 Aug 2025

Animals

Owning a Falcon In the UAE: What Is It Really Like?

Who buys falcons in the UAE — and why? Cultural and economic reasons

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Aug 2025

STR

Music

STR Has an App Now! Why You Should Download It?

To listen the best mixes, playlists and podcasts. 24/7

by Dara Morgan

19 Aug 2025

Lifestyle

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 19–25

From big promotions to coffee parties — everything happening this week!

by Barbara Yakimchuk

18 Aug 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 12–18

From a great dinner to an exhibition with an intriguing name — The Boys Are Alright

by Alexandra Mansilla

12 Aug 2025

Cinema

Arab Cities On Screen: How Local Films Capture Life

Looking at Beirut, Cairo, and Dubai through the lens of local filmmakers

by Barbara Yakimchuk

12 Aug 2025

Saudi Arabia

Animals

His First Dictionary, His Compass. The Life Of a Camel Herder

The story of how camels shaped a man’s soul and the way he saw the world

by Alexandra Mansilla

10 Aug 2025

What Is Going On With Alserkal’s Instagram?

Answering all your questions about the empty Instagram page of Dubai’s cultural heart

by Sophie She

6 Aug 2025

A First Look At Dubai Design Week 2025: What We Know So Far

What is the theme this year, and what can we actually expect from the Middle East’s biggest design festival?

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Jul 2025

Technologies

Digital Art Galleries In UAE: The Future Of Visual Culture

Places where, sometimes, it feels like you have stepped straight into a fantasy world

by Alexandra Mansilla

28 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 29–August 4

We have seen the future — and your week is packed with art, sport, dance, and… oud

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Jul 2025

Collecting With Intent: Why Building a Cohesive Collection Matters

Director at Opera Gallery Dubai on how to collect art with a purpose

by Sylvain Gaillard

25 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 22–28

Pottery for your mental health, a new Secta party, music at Honeycomb Hifi, and more

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Jul 2025

Music

Interview

Vinyls And Stories Behind Them

Speaking with vinyl collectors who share the story behind the most meaningful record in their collection

by Barbara Yakimchuk

18 Jul 2025

Meet “Pop of Time”: Hottest Summer Exhibition In Dubai

While the streets are melting, you can cool off at Sevil Dolmacı Gallery

by Dara Morgan

15 Jul 2025

Dubai’s Walls Speak — But Only With Permission

Diving into the specifics of Dubai’s street art with help from local experts

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 8–14

We planned out the week so you don’t have to waste time looking for places to go

by Alexandra Mansilla

8 Jul 2025