Dubai

Dubai is excess done well — when it’s done well. We’ve reviewed the hotels and restaurants that actually earn their reputation, from the surreal sky pool at Atlantis The Royal to the underwater dining room at Ossiano. Everything here is paid for out of our own pocket.

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Romantic Rooftop Dining in Dubai: The Genuine Guide to 8 Skyline Restaurants

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JP Romantic Rooftop Dining in Dubai: Skip the View-Only Traps Dubai actually built the rooftop dining scene most cities only claim to have — a genuine hierarchy running from a private lift 442 metres up the Burj Khalifa to a 43-floor sky lounge on Sheikh Zayed Road where a beer and a sunset table cost […]

Best Hotels in Dubai 2026: 10 Worth Booking (And 5 Honest Ones to Skip)

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In 2026, Dubai’s hotel scene is a minefield of PR hype. Jean-Paul Cavalletti cuts through the noise with an independent, floor-by-floor review of 10 defining properties—from Ciel Tower’s sky-high thrills to the quiet luxury of Marsa Al Arab—plus five overpriced legends to avoid.

Ossiano Restaurant Dubai: Dining Experience on The Palm at Jumeirah Beach

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Ossiano Dubai is not just a restaurant; it’s a mesmerizing underwater dining experience that transports you to a world of wonder beneath the waves. Located on The Palm at Jumeirah Beach, Ossiano Dubai offers a unique fusion of gourmet cuisine and aquatic elegance. Join us as we dive into our Ossiano Dubai review, uncovering the magic that awaits beneath the surface.