The Sandy Times

Dubai Districts: Where To Live. Dubai Creek Harbour

Exploring the areas of Dubai through the eyes of insiders

by Barbara Yakimchuk

11 Apr 2025

Festivals

Easter In Dubai: Top Picks For Celebrations

Celebrating Easter in the UAE — from cakes to brunch, with little gifts in between

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Apr 2025

Music

New On STR: Two Podcasts To Listen To This Month

STR has recently launched two new podcasts — what to expect and why they are worth listening to

by Barbara Yakimchuk

9 Apr 2025

Mental Health

Eid Is Over, Now What? Tips To Restore After Ramadan

As routines begin to shift once again, it is time to gently guide the body and mind back into balance

by Dara Morgan

7 Apr 2025

Unlocking Better Sleep: Your Guide To Natural Insomnia Remedies

Understanding insomnia and ways to overcome it

by Sana Bun

31 Mar 2025

Rolling the Dice On Crypto: Binance Backgammon Bridges Generations

This spring, Binance is bringing crypto to the backgammon table — because financial revolutions should be fun

by Sandy Staff

18 Mar 2025

Personal Experience: Getting Into Yoga As a Non-Spiritual Person

The story of swapping skepticism for serenity with no spiritual awakening in sight

by Sana Bun

12 Mar 2025

Guide To Power Naps: How To Recharge During Ramadan

Master the art of staying refreshed and functional

by Sana Bun

6 Mar 2025

Personal Experience: How To Stay Focused

Sometimes (well, almost always) willpower alone is not enough.

by Dara Morgan

4 Mar 2025

Surviving Jet Lag: Practical Remedies That Actually Work

Jet lag can ruin even the best-planned trip, but there are ways to bounce back quickly

by Sana Bun

3 Mar 2025

Ice Plunging — a Trend To Stay Or Just Short-Term Hype?

Exploring the benefits of ice bathing, why it is popular in Dubai, and who is embracing this wellness trend

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Feb 2025

What Is Tarot And Why It Became So Popular?

Exploring what tarot cards are and how we should perceive them — all backed by fresh statistics

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Feb 2025

Interview

The Ultimate Guide To Job Hunting And Relocation

With the help of a professional HR Lead, we address the most common questions from those searching for a job

by Barbara Yakimchuk

19 Feb 2025

Sale Hunters: Charms To Deck Out Your Bag

Because there is no such thing as too many bag charms

by Alexandra Mansilla

18 Feb 2025

For Podcast Lovers: Fashion Shows Worth Listening To

From podcasts with celebrities "lying on the couch" to shows about sustainable fashion

by Alexandra Mansilla

13 Feb 2025

Sale Hunters: Rings For Those Who Can’t Stop Decorating Their Fingers

Obsessed with rings? Same here. Check out these on-sale picks and find yours

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Jan 2025

7 Things You Will Buy For Your Puppy And Never Use

The pet purchases you are likely to regret

by Sana Bun

20 Jan 2025

Mai Yackout On 5 Brands She Chooses As a Modest-Wearing Woman

Mai shares her top modest brands — because finding ones that truly meet her needs wasn’t easy

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Jan 2025

Remote Work Guide: Essential Rules And Best Spots

Everything you need to know as a remote worker: from key statistics to the best laptop-free spaces

by Barbara Yakimchuk

15 Jan 2025