Finding the luxe in Dubai Being greeted by a doorman at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai dressed in tails and a top hat is an unexpected but stylish touch. Stepping through the revolving doors my eye is drawn to an image showcasing the city and some of Dubai’s most impressive architectural wonders. Above the expansive cityscape, a modern … [Read more...]
Solo traveller exploring Dubai and Abu Dhabi
A pitstop in Abu Dhabi and Dubai The sparkling lights from the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa dominates the view from my hotel window. I’m perched on the sofa in my 15th-floor room in the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai waiting for my large bath to fill. It’s been a hectic couple of days since my early morning arrival in Dubai … [Read more...]
A blend of contemporary and luxe in Dubai
Looking out my hotel window towards the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, is one of those 'pinch me' moments I get to experience when travelling. I'm staying at the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai a stunning mix of modern and luxe. I loved the clever acknowledgements to the indigenous heritage of the Middle East placed throughout the … [Read more...]