For this episode of “In the Frame”, we bring you the life blood of the Arabian Desert, the falcon. The speed and natural instincts of this intrepid hunter were long admired by the nomadic peoples of the desert. Needing a tool to help them find food, the Bedouin would trap wild falcons, then use them […]
Shaken not Stirred: The Oscar Winner
This year Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi is suited, booted and strolling down the red carpet. Don’t miss your chance to mingle with the stars and order yourself ‘The Oscar Winner’. It is finally your chance to award yourself for putting in an amazing performance by booking a room at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, so […]
5 of the best visits…
As we come to the end of a year full of exciting new travel stories, it is time that we shared 5 of our best experiences… On a recent press trip to Toulouse, Midi-Pyrénées where violet is the emblem, Alexandra was given the opportunity to visit the “La Maison de la Violette” on board a barge anchored on […]
TravelFacts #6: The world's tallest building
I expected nothing less than the world’s tallest building to be located in Dubai because I firmly believe that this city holds the world record for the world’s largest list of the world’s largest records in the world! The magnificent Burj Khalifa stands at just 828 metres tall (2,716.5 feet), has 160 stories and is also […]
Old Dubai
When people mention Dubai, they immediately think of sharp, contemporary skyscrapers, excessive wealth and hot, hot sun. Whilst it is all that of course, I personally find the older elements of the city of more interest. I loved my trip on an Abra - for a pittance, you have a very enjoyable boat trip on […]
The Dubai Fountain
The Dubai Fountain takes choreographed water music to a new level - in fact I have never seen anything quite like it before. Taking place in the 30-acre man-made Burj Khalifa Lake in front of The Dubai Mall (the world’s largest shopping mall) in the shadow of the Burj Khalifa (the world’s tallest building), The […]
Vintage Photo Series: Fairmont Moments in Time 2000's
2001 - Fairmont Hotels & Resorts introduces Willow Stream Spas, its signature spa brand, offering treatments which draw on the nature, energy and essence of each spa’s surroundings. 2002 - Fairmont welcomes its first property in the Middle East, Fairmont Dubai. Its distinctive design is a modern interpretation of an Arabic wind tower or barajeel. The Fairmont […]
In the Frame: A Very Arabian Sunset….
For this episode of “In the Frame”, we bring you the sun setting over the dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. So if the British summer is getting you down, then sit back, relax and watch this sun set. Contributor: Alexandra Pinhorn Magellan PR is on twitter: @MagellanPR / on Facebook: MagellanPR / on Pinterest: […]
A Tale of Two Trees
On our travels, we love coming across unusual art installations and this unique flower tree definitely caught our eye whilst we were on a trip to Lyon, Rhône-Alpes last year. We spotted the bright colours and large quirky design from the top of Lyon Ferris Wheel and walked over to take a closer look. The […]
Surprising Dubai….
With most cities I have visited, I knew what to expect before visiting but with such an enigma like Dubai, I just didn’t know what I would find. The flight over with the excellent Emirates Airlines made me anticipate an unforgettable stay - and that - and more - is what I experienced. I expected […]