Things to do in Dubai

Al-Ahmadiya School is right next to Heritage House in Deira, and like Heritage House it is a free museum made from a restored building. The school was built in 1912 and expanded in the 20s. It was the first and most important school in Dubai. Like He…

I really enjoyed this museum, hidden beneath Al Fahidi Fort in Bur Dubai. The museum is in the old quarter and upon entering (AED 3/adult) I had expected it to just be the old fort along with cannons and historical artefacts. It was - but also so muc…

This free museum in Deira is a perfect way to see traditional Dubai. It is a restored merchant's house from 1890, originally built by Mattar bin Saeed bin Muzaaina. It is built in the traditional "courtyard" style, and videos and manniquin set-ups di…

This is a two star hotel and doesn't deserve more. It is rather old and run down, especially the showers. On the other hand, I would recommend it to anybody who can't afford a five-start hotel. It is one of the very cheapest hotels you can get in Dub…