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Ellis Kosher Kitchen

Perhaps unsurprisingly, people do not normally associate traditional Jewish home cooking within the textured multicultural fabric of the UAE- let alone it’s much stricter Kosher protocols! When Elli moved into the community with her husband and three children back in 2013, this cultural gap combined with the lack of readily available Kosher products in the UAE served to strengthen Elli’s sense of purpose.

Elli was born and proudly raised in South Africa by Greek parents. She is a Sociologist and self-professed foodie with a deep respect for ancient history and culture which naturally led her to live in multiple cities around the world including Argentina. Her appreciation for traditional Jewish and Kosher food has made it difficult to eat in restaurants therefore she decided to invite people into her own kitchen and Elli’s Kosher Kitchen was born!

Over the years, Elli has blended her multicultural family recipes with local flavors to create unique, mouthwatering “Kosherati” dishes that are both familiar to locals and meant to be generously shared with loved ones of all ages.

What started out as a way to help travelers extend their time in Dubai for business or to explore its wonderful cityscape and world-class marvels has led to a growing demand for fresh Kosher meals as well as Jewish cuisine in general for the local population of Emiratis and expats.

To make sure her meals meet strict Kosher food prep protocols, she maintains two separate kitchens (1 for meat and 1 for dairy) and welcomes regular inspections from international rabbis.

By providing Kosher food to travelers and residents in the UAE, Elli’s hope is that you will feel the hospitality, warmth, and quality of service characteristic to this part of the world and embraced by her family.

Raffles Dubai

A part of Dubai, a place apart, Raffles Dubai is a 5-star luxury hotel that embodies an oasis of calm and charm with an incredible sense of space, service and unforgettable style.

A surprising, chic merging of Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic, Raffles Dubai is perfectly positioned in the heart of the city, delivering the unexpected luxury of space, impeccable service and sophisticated style. Loved by travellers for the warmth of its service and the sophistication of the aesthetic, Raffles Dubai offers some of the most spacious rooms in the city – generously proportioned, sumptuously appointed and blessed with a uniquely Raffles sensibility. With their walk-in showers, sitting areas and balconies the rooms are like suites; and the suites are … extraordinary. At night, the views from your private balcony stretch out forever.

With a choice of seven exceptional restaurants and bars, as well a myriad of restaurants in Wafi, Raffles Dubai is the ultimate destination from which to explore Dubai’s amazing boutiques, shops and souks.

This iconic architectural gem is beautifully positioned close to the magnificent Khan Murjan souk, Dubai International Airport and convention centers. Guests are also close to Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai World Trade Centre and Exhibition Halls – and just a short hop to the sea, sand and sunbathing off the coast.

Surrounded by lush private gardens, Raffles offers space to live, breathe and express yourself in unique style. An outdoor pool, a state-of-the-art gym, the exceptional Raffles Spa – with six treatment rooms including a couple’s suite – and the exclusive Raffles Garden to complete the picture.

Surprising, delightful, delicious – and promising an incredible sense of space, service and unforgettable style – this destination hotel is an oasis of calm and charm for those for whom life is always an adventure.

Habtoor Palace Dubai

A luxurious retreat located on the banks of the Dubai Water Canal, Habtoor Palace is Dubai’s first ever integrated urban resort.A city escape within the city, Habtoor Palace sits alongside two other hotels, three high-rise residential towers, as well as the city’s first amphitheater water show La Perle by Dragone. Guests are spoiled for choice with access to 22 restaurants and lounges, three swimming pools, two spas, 24 hour fitness facility and an indoor tennis academy.

Progressive in outlook, yet rooted in tradition, Dubai has captured the imagination of the world, presenting a fantastic ensemble of attractions and experiences.
Continually ranked as one of the world’s most decorated places to live in, Dubai offers an extravagant lifestyle and is widely regarded as the business hub of the Middle East.With direct air connections to 220 destinations worldwide, its accessibility, together with the city’s cultural diversity, infrastructure and hospitality resources, make it the ideal meetings and events destination, as well as a popular tourist attraction.

Wake up to a world beyond expectation. Choose from 234 guestrooms including 52 suites featuring its flagship Sir Winston Churchill Suite and the Middle East’s first Bentley Suite.The striking Habtoor Palace interiors present a bright, airy ambience with impeccable details, from intricate chandeliers to the most lavish furnishings. Rooms and suites feature exquisite marble double vanity bathrooms and state-of-the-art entertainment technologies.
Born out of a need to fulfil every guest’s desire, the butler service is extended to all guests.

Presenting seven well-defined restaurants and lounges, each venue promises a seduction of senses with distinctive aromas and enchanting ambiences.
BQ – French Kitchen & Bar – Serving contemporary French neighborhood favorites.The adjoining pastry shop is where aromatic espresso and freshly baked pastries create sweet experiences.

World Cut Steakhouse – Set within a convivial and elegant space, the award-winning venue offers American steakhouse favorites presented with a modern flair. Expect the choicest cuts and mouth-watering seafood paired with hearty rustic sides.
Le Patio – Enjoy the serene ambience of an al fresco courtyard where guests can savor Middle Eastern cuisine alongside flavorful shisha.
The facilities at Habtoor Palace elevate both body and spirit.The 24-hour fully-equipped Fitness Centre allows esteemed guests to customize their workout on state-of-the-art equipment, for a stimulating journey of invigoration. Personal training from our fitness expert is available upon request.
Nestled amid lush greenery, enjoy absolute tranquility and unwind in the unrivalled ambience of our two rooftop swimming pools. Indulge in a host of poolside treats such as fruit sticks, smoothie tastings, sunscreen spritzing and more, with our compliments. Comfortable sun beds and cabanas present the
perfect setting for poolside pleasure and is accessible only by in-house guests.

Palazzo Versace Dubai

Reminiscent of a 16th century Italian Palace, Palazzo Versace Dubai is a Neoclassical masterpiece with subtle traces of Arabian architecture. Featuring a striking entrance, high ceilings, landscaped gardens, and a range of well-crafted Italian furnishings, the hotel is truly symbolic of the Versace lifestyle.

Located in Jaddaf Waterfront, less than 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and 8 minutes away from Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai, Palazzo Versace Dubai is conveniently located along the shores of the historic Dubai Creek. On arrival one is welcomed by the striking ‘Pietra di Fiume’ design of the iconic Medusa and Greek décor. A walk through the 5-star hotel’s public spaces reveals several exclusive designs and fabrics from Versace, while the lagoon pools and reflection ponds complement the serenity of the lush gardens that surround the hotel – a true luxury retreat for leisure travellers.

Every single piece of furniture and fabric that adorns the hotel’s 215 hotel rooms and suites, and 169 residences, is designed and tailor-made by Versace exclusively for the Palazzo Versace Hotel in Dubai. Each of the hotel’s 9 restaurants and bars is designed to have an al fresco terrace to reflect the heritage of Palazzos, where the internal court was the informal space to meet, dine and enjoy the weather. The three outdoor pools are decorated with mosaic tiles and surrounded by palm trees and flowers. The beautifully landscaped gardens and unobstructed views of the Dubai Creek and skyline, make this luxury hotel an ideal venue for weddings and social events in Dubai.

Shah Z.

I am passionate to share my knowledge and expertise of this wonderful city that I have seen throughout the years transformed from a small bustling town of merchants into a dazzling marvelous futuristic city in a short period of time. I love my work in guiding and helping people get acquainted with the city’s culture, heritage, social events, and bring light and wonder to my tourists’ experience of Dubai and the UAE. I’m excited to welcome you to this wonderful journey and vibrant city that never sleeps! It is my pleasure to deliver to you only the best of the tours that the city has to offer through my safe, comfortable, and enjoyable private tours.

Marvel in wonder at the giant massive and towering landmarks, the life and soul of the thriving city from old to new, experience immersive Arabian culture hospitality, and foresee the future with Dubai as a pioneer of advanced technology. The smiles and satisfaction of all my tourists are my achievement and joy. My dedication to my work as a guide is to ensure you discover, understand and enjoy your trip to Dubai and the UAE. If you are looking for a friendly, relatable, humorous, and knowledgeable guide in Dubai, you will surely enjoy my tours!

Aileen Juhl

My name is Aileen Juhl. I was born and grew up in Berlin and had a very nice time there until the end of my studies. As a person who loves to travel, I was already traveling a lot in Asia and lived in Indonesia for 2 years. In 2008 I unexpectedly ended up in Dubai and it was love at first sight.

To this day I am fascinated by the rapid development of the city, with its fantastic beaches and the endless desert, as well as the locals, who know how to preserve their traditions despite rapid change. I would like to show you all this on my private city tour. I look forward to welcoming you here with an “Ahlan wa sahlan”, the Arabic word for “Welcome”.

All the tours I present to you on my website are Private Tours or Small Group Tours. All private tours are discussed with you and can be changed and designed at any time according to your wishes. When you book a tour, you will immediately receive a tour confirmation. The payment for the tour takes place here on site on the day of the excursion. You will always be picked up from your hotel and can choose where you want to end the tour.

You get a lot of information about the country, the history and the culture as well as about the people who live here. You will also receive the latest information on planned projects, but also on restaurants and entertainment in Dubai.

Rahul Kalia

An enthusiastic communicator, entertaining, informative and professional, I will ensure you get the most out of your visit. Multilingual in English, Japanese (日本語) and Hindi.

Your Trip, Your Rules! Whether it’s a family holiday, a city breaks for two of you, shore excursion, or a layover for a couple of hours, I can plan everything in accordance with your preference and will be there to help you make your Dubai experience memorable, first time, every time. A completely flexible start and end time, you can fit in sightseeing around your schedule, with a convenient pick-up at your hotel, airport or cruise terminal, including drop-off directly at any location of your choice.

I have traveled extensively and enjoy organizing and extending my support towards groups and events and thrive in areas that are both, demanding and challenging. Being a resident of the Dubai for over 20 (twenty) years, I know the city like the back of my hand. I have been fortunate to have friends and like-minded individuals of various nationalities, ethnicities, cultures, and religions. This melting pot of cultures has been positive towards my appreciation of people from all walks of life.

My love and flair for traveling have also complimented to my knowledge of the wide spectrum of nationalities and peoples globally with the U. A. E. as the catalyst, due to its rapid changes and mega-developments, which are unique, to say the least. Contact me now to find out how I can help you to plan your perfect trip to Dubai, UAE.

I look forward to welcoming you here in Dubai!

Inside Jewish United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the world’s fastest growing tourist and business destinations, boasting world-class hospitality, ultramodern infrastructure and a location at the crossroads of the Arab World and Asia. The Jewish community of the Emirates has seen exponential growth in recent years, particularly following the signing of the 2020 Abraham Accords which normalized relations between Israel and the UAE.

Inside Jewish United Arab Emirates is a unique opportunity to explore a Jewish community that values creativity and inclusivity in a flourishing region. JDC is working alongside the emerging Jewish community of the Emirates to support its development. In the UAE, these efforts are being carried out through a JDC Entwine Jewish Service Corps Fellow, who is working with the Jewish Council of the Emirates (JCE) to better serve the needs of the Dubai Jewish community as it grows and evolves, strengthen the JCE’s community engagement and communication methods, and design and execute a suite of cultural, social, and educational programming alongside community leaders. This work is part of JDC’s historic work bolstering Jews and Jewish communities in the Arab world including ongoing efforts in Morocco, Tunisia, and Egypt.

A Jewish Oriented Trip to Dubai and Abu Dhabi

The United Arab Emirates, is a federation of seven principalities in the Arabian Peninsula united into one country in 1971. The largest and most famous of which are Dubai and Abu Dhabi. In August 2020, Israel and the United Arab Emirates announced the normalization of their relationship, thus actually allowing Israeli tourists to visit the magical kingdom on the shores of the Persian Gulf.

Today the seven emirates enjoy unimaginable abundance and wealth. In the UAE they have been able to utilize the huge funds received from the utilization of natural resources, especially oil, in order to flourish the long-standing wilderness, promote the country and make it special and extraordinary. All wealth and prosperity grew in less than fifty years. The rugged Arabian desert dances and magical and secluded bays of the Persian Gulf. At that time the inhabitants of the principalities made a meager living mainly from sheep, cattle, basic agriculture, fishing, and pearling.

Since then the inhabitants of the emirates have upgraded themselves significantly and today the emirates are synonymous with luxury, investment, innovation, ambition to which the world bears amazing eyes. The magnificent architecture, the artificial islands, the centers of art and commerce, all embody modernity and groundbreaking progress alongside culture and tradition. A trip to the Emirates is a special and varied experience. The Emirates trip is a combination of futuristic and unique urban landscape alongside dunes and remote deserts, Neve Dekalim, fishing villages, luxury hotels, authentic markets, spectacular beaches, and more like your imagination – the land of unlimited possibilities.

Ras al-Khaimah’s National Museum

The National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah is a museum located in the north of the United Arab Emirates, the museum contains archaeological collections and historical artifacts of the country. The emirate of Ras al-Khaimah’s National Museum holds a rare Judaic archaeological piece from the Arabian Gulf: a Jewish gravestone of a man named David, which is dated between 1507 and 1650. The limestone headstone has a Hebrew inscription that begins with: “This is the grave of the deceased David of blessed memory, son of Moses.” The tombstone was first discovered in 1998 in the Shamal area of Ras al-Khaimah.

The museum is located in the Dhayah Fort, which was built in the 16th century, and attacked by the British in 1819 due to allegations of pirate attacks. The fort was used as a ruler’s residence until 1964, then the fort was used as a police station and later a prison. In 1984, work began on converting the building into a museum, a project led by Jayanth Laxman. The museum opened for the first time in 1987. During the first year of opening, Merschel Schenkel donated a collection of shells to the museum. The museum’s fossils were donated by the Ecology Group of Dubai, which were collected between 1984 and 1986.

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