Anchaya Sinha

Inside the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort, dunes stretch endlessly and wildlife moves – including the horses. In the UAE, they’re legacy Arabians, one of the oldest purebred lines in the world, shaped by this exact terrain, echoed today in champions such as Salem Al Ketbi and Omar Al Marzouqi. The Desert Hack is where it all lands.

Finding comfortable footwear is not as easy as you think. Finding one that perfectly serves its purpose is even more of a challenge. While there are uncountable footwear options available, variety doesn’t necessarily apply to the Middle East’s favourite kind of shoe: the sandal. Designed as flats or as slightly inclined platforms, these easy slip ons are worn with pride. Not just to pair well with a kandora but also because they’re easy to take off when walking into a prayer room or a majlis.

Planning for a perfect Valentine’s day is never easy. There’s the restaurant, the gift, and which dessert to choose at the end of it all. Perhaps most importantly though, is what you’re going to wear. Of course, red and pink are the colours of love. They’re also the most cliched shades of the day. There’s also the option of opting for colour theories based on your relationship status. They say yellow indicates platonic friendship, while blue is reserved for proposals.