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Funding The Fees: How To Pay For Private Education

Anyone with a child knows that private education is expensive in the UAE. Fees range between AED 40,000 and AED 95,000 per year – and then there are the essential extras like transportation, schoolbooks and uniforms, plus the discretionary but …

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Fresh From The Kitchen Table

At the centre of innovation in Abu Dhabi there’s a restaurant renewing a basic love of food. On the ground floor of the Siemens building in Masdar City lies Jim’s Kitchen Table, a homely restaurant offering a little bit of …

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Organic Abu Dhabi

You know what they say: go organic. Some people think it’s for hippies, some people think it’s about overpriced products. But whether you believe organic is here to stay or is just another fad, there are certainly plenty of places …

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5 Favourite Buildings of Abu Dhabi

The editorial team has strong opinions about what it does and doesn’t like, and that applies to Abu Dhabi’s architecture among (many) other things. Here are five Abu Dhabi buildings we like: Terminal One Now this is what air travel …

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Happy National Day Egypt

Revolution Day is a major public holiday in Egypt, with large and elaborate celebrations. Three locals tell us about their national day; and in the spirit of the holiday, why not try a classic recipe for yourself? The 23rd of …

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Green living

Do your part in helping the environment by following these practical home tips All good things start small – and that’s true even when it comes to taking care of the environment. Your home is a great place to begin …

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Eid Treats

The joy of the Eid would not be complete without a variety of sweets. Each country in the Arab world has its own desserts that are commonly prepared and shared during the holiday – and we’ve gathered a selection for …

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Explosive return

He’s back! Arnold Schwarzenegger once again assumes the role of cyborg assassin in Terminator: Genisys. The action superstar and former governor of California reprises the role that endeared him to sci-fi fanatics back in 1984. “It’s like you’ve been doingit …

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Make a Date for Liwa

For many of us in Abu Dhabi, learning about the history of the nation and experiencing the culture of the UAE is a must – and we’re not talking about the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque tour. Once a year the …

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Dubai staycations

When the temperature rises and the cities empty, the UAE’s hoteliers drop their rates and put together attractive deals for residents. Their goal is to keep the rooms full and the F&B systems ticking over; your goal is to try …

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