The Sandy Times

Inside the Workspaces Of Creative People

We don’t know what your workspace looks like — but here is how our creative friends set theirs up

by Barbara Yakimchuk

14 Aug 2025

Why Nature Heals And Cities Drain Us

Because I spent a month in forests and oceans and came back wondering what we are even doing here

by Sofia Brontvein

13 Aug 2025

Lebanon

“Guests From Over 30 Countries Came To Celebrate Our Love In Lebanon” — A Personal Story By Noor Taan

A Lebanese wedding: the preparation, the dress, and the magic that brought It all together

by Barbara Yakimchuk

31 Jul 2025

“Too Foreign For Home, Too Brown For Here” — What It Means, And What It Feels Like

Myself, my psychologist, and someone who has lived it — together, we dive into the messy story of belonging

by Barbara Yakimchuk

23 Jul 2025

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

Reprogramming the Mind. Hypnotherapy Through The Eyes Of Client And Therapist

Our attempts to understand what hypnotherapy is and how it actually works

by Alexandra Mansilla

10 Jul 2025

Cars

How To Get a Driving Licence In The UAE? A Step-by-Step Guide

How long does it take? How much does it cost? What is the process like? Get all the answers

by Barbara Yakimchuk

2 Jul 2025

Sustainability

Sustainable Living In Dubai: Myth Or Reality?

Your step-by-step guide to living sustainably in Dubai — coming with inspiring local initiatives

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Jun 2025

My Flight Is Cancelled: What To Do Next

Quick answers on what to do if your flight is cancelled, which airlines offer refunds, and which routes remain suspended

by Barbara Yakimchuk

25 Jun 2025

Health

Too Hot To Function: A Heat Survival Guide For MENA Summers

Your must-know tips for getting through the heat

by Sana Bun

23 Jun 2025

Brick By Brick: How LEGO Helped Me Rebuild My Nervous System

Publisher of The Sandy Times, Sofia Brontvein, shares how LEGO became her unexpected ally in the daily battle with anxiety

by Sofia Brontvein

17 Jun 2025

Animals

People

Birdwatchers: Why Do People Passionately Observe Birds?

And is birdwatching only about binoculars and notebooks?

by Alexandra Mansilla

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

Studying Arabic In Dubai: Everything You Need To Know

What dialect to choose? What to expect? Where to start? Here is your guide to learning Arabic

by Barbara Yakimchuk

20 May 2025

Sport

Mountains 101: A Beginner’s Guide

Get ready for your first mountain climb

by Barbara Yakimchuk

17 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

Health

Pre-Summer Check-Ups In Dubai — Get Ready For the Heat

A bit of effort before the heat kicks in can go a long way. Here is your pre-summer checklist

by Barbara Yakimchuk

7 May 2025

Sport

Skateboarding In Dubai: Where, How, And With Whom

Want to skate in Dubai? Here is your guide on where to roll, what to buy, and how to start!

by Barbara Yakimchuk

6 May 2025

Shopping

Getting Tax Free For Online Shopping Is a Reality. Wait, What?

This is far more futuristic than flying cars

by Dara Morgan

1 May 2025

People