New Year
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Welcome 2026: Your Slow-Living Guide
We are going hard this year. But slowly
by Dara Morgan
1 Jan 2026
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Why You Don’t Need New Year’s Resolutions To Do Better
And why perfectionism isn’t helping either
by Sana Bun
24 Dec 2025
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How To Do Christmas In London: Culture, Mood And Food
With a little help from insiders, here is our essential holiday to-do list for London
by Barbara Yakimchuk
23 Dec 2025
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How the Middle East Celebrates New Beginnings: Cultural Rituals For the New Year
A guide to understanding New Year traditions in the Middle East
by Sana Bun
22 Dec 2025
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What Sandy’s Friends Are Wishing For This New Year
Before Christmas arrives: what KLO, Jashe and Noor Taan, Rhea Jacobs and Ali Chaaban are wishing for
by Barbara Yakimchuk
20 Dec 2025
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From New Year’s Eve To Eid: Middle Eastern Brands For Festive Dressing
Discover local labels to shop for modern occasionwear
by Sana Bun
19 Dec 2025
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Last-Minute New Year’s Art Gifts You Can Find In Cairo & Beirut
Your guide to creative, locally made presents
by Sana Bun
18 Dec 2025
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Your Reason To Dress Up: 13 Dubai Spots To Welcome 2026 In Full Glam
Grab your phone and do the booking to step into 2026 like a diamond — shining
by Dara Morgan
17 Dec 2025
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2026 Begins Here: New Year Events, Concerts & Parties Across the Arab World
Your guide to New Year 2026 in the Arab world
by Sana Bun
17 Dec 2025
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Holiday Gift Guide: Functional Presents For Jetsetters
From clever travel tech to comfort-boosting flight essentials
by Sana Bun
16 Dec 2025
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New Year’s Eve With a View: Rooftop Spots To Watch Fireworks In the Gulf
Discover some of the best rooftop spots to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks in the Gulf
by Sana Bun
15 Dec 2025
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The Unhinged Edit: Quirky Handbags That Just Make Sense
From spaghetti clutches to silver sardine tins
by Sana Bun
15 Dec 2025
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The Tech Gift Guide: Clever Gadgets They Will Actually Use
From AI-powered sport glasses to smart art pieces
by Sana Bun
14 Dec 2025
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New Year’s Eve In the Middle East: What Is Open And What Isn't?
Transport updates, alcohol rules and opening hours
by Sana Bun
12 Dec 2025
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Best Of STR: A Year Of Beautiful Noise (And Mild Chaos)
We are wrapping up 2026 with your favourite playlists, mixes and podcasts
by Dara Morgan
11 Dec 2025
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What To Gift a Creative In 2026: Local Brands For Artists, Designers & Makers
A guide to the local gift ideas
by Sana Bun
11 Dec 2025
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2025 New Year Events In Dubai, Abu Dhabi, And Sharjah — Full Schedule
Your guide to 2025 New Year events in the UAE
by Sana Bun
9 Dec 2025
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New Year In the Desert: Where To Celebrate Among Dunes And Stars
Mix of culture and glamour! Ring in the New Year under a million stars with a luxurious desert celebration in the Gulf
by Iffat Nawaz
5 Dec 2025
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2026 Fashion Trends You Can Actually Wear
Explore fun trends built for real life
by Sana Bun
3 Dec 2025
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New Year Getaways From the Gulf: Visa-Free And Short-Haul Trips
Ditch the crowds for the New Year. Unlock affordable visa-friendly trips for 2026: short flight, big celebration
by Iffat Nawaz
2 Dec 2025