The Sandy Times

Electric Bikes In Dubai And Abu Dhabi: Laws, Safety, Where To Ride

Your guide to electric bikes in the UAE

by Sana Bun

3 Dec 2025

Restaurants

Dubai Insiders: JP On Finding His Place In Dubai

Running a business, finding the balance, and settling into one of the world’s fastest-paced cities

by Barbara Yakimchuk

3 Dec 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, December 2–8

From a new Alserkal hangout to the Japan Festival and the long-awaited opening of the Zayed National Museum

by Alexandra Mansilla

1 Dec 2025

Night Running In Dubai: Safety, Gear, And Where To Go

Discover top routes, gear, and safety tips for enjoyable evening runs

by Sana Bun

30 Nov 2025

Festivals

National Day With Emiratis — How It Is Really Celebrated

I turned the internet upside down to understand how locals prefer to celebrate National Day

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Nov 2025

Real Estate

Monthly Rent Is Coming To the UAE: What Is the Catch?

Hidden fees, breach terms, and the broader benefits that come with the shift to monthly rent payments

by Barbara Yakimchuk

27 Nov 2025

Women’s Cycling In the GCC: Clubs, Tracks And Gear To Know

You beginner-friendly guide to female cycling in the Middle East

by Sana Bun

26 Nov 2025

People

Dubai Insiders: Wathek Allal On His Brand And the Art Of Making Friends

Precious Trust, first self-cooked dish, and how skateboarding helps you find friends

by Barbara Yakimchuk

25 Nov 2025

Stop Swiping. Start Sweating: Your New Social Life Starts Here

You won’t find your people in bars or brunches — but you will find them at 6 am, sweaty, starving, and strangely loyal

by Sofia Brontvein

25 Nov 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, November 25–December 1

From yoga on electronic beats to a new hidden listening bar

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Nov 2025

Top Marathons And Running Events In the GCC In 2026

Explore the 2026 calendar of key running events across the region

by Sana Bun

22 Nov 2025

Watches

Desert Ticks: Highlights From Dubai Watch Week 2025

Dubai Watch Week is in full swing — experience it until 23 November

by Dara Morgan

21 Nov 2025

Art

Your Guide To Alserkal Art Week 2025

Visit the favourite avenue for Uprooted Art Week until November 23

by Sophie She

20 Nov 2025

Architecture

Who Is Tadao Ando — The Man Behind Dubai Museum Of Art

You have definitely heard of the new floating museum coming. Well, it will be an architectural marvel too

by Dara Morgan

20 Nov 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, November 18–24

Secta Open Air, NOMAD, Indian Independent Film Festival, and more

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Nov 2025

People

Dubai Insiders: Caroline Labouchere On the Art Of Moving To New Countries

A story filled with inspiration — from 100 kilometres running to life across 20 countries

by Barbara Yakimchuk

17 Nov 2025

Abu Dhabi

Where To Watch UAE National Day Fireworks In Dubai And Abu Dhabi

Discover where to catch the fireworks for free this UAE National Day

by Iffat Nawaz

17 Nov 2025

Secta Open Air Returns For Round Two. And It Is Wilder Than Ever

We have got the inside scoop on what to expect from the upcoming festival

by Alexandra Mansilla

16 Nov 2025

Art

Dom Art Project: A Dubai Home For Culturally Curious

Dubai’s first private arts institution opening soon — a must-see for creatives and culture lovers. Bookmark this

by Sophie She

15 Nov 2025