Drinking in the shadows of Ireland’s literary icons
Home to a massive list of the English language's most notable writers and poets, there's no shortage of historic watering holes and cafes founded in their names or celebrated as the place where these iconic literary minds paid patronage.
The high-brow coffee culture of Oslo is surprisingly unpretentious
Oslo's cafes are warm and inviting, with staff that is happy to guide less experienced coffee fans through their menu of drinks and preparation options. It's an inclusive culture that is content existing somewhere between chains and elitist cafes.
Bünyamin Aydin discusses fashion and bringing Les Benjamins to the UAE
Bünyamin Aydin, founder and creative director of the too-cool lifestyle fashion brand, Les Benjamins, speaks at the design festival Semi Permanent Middle East in Abu Dhabi, sharing thoughts on the concept of duality, collaborations, and opening doors to other artists.
Northern lights vacation: Six expectations versus reality
Forget about beaches and piña coladas; this winter trip is for those who don't mind hours and hours of travel with a mild chance of hypothermia. If you're even slightly inclined to go, you will not regret it. What you might regret, however, is taking on this elusive travel fantasy without the right precautions.
The essential guide to your camper van vacation
You don't have to ditch indoor plumbing and 90% of your belongings to get a taste of this minimalist life, even if it's just for a week at a time. Camper van trips are a stellar way to keep your vacation on the go while saving money on nightly accommodations. Learn the essentials for your next trip.
Black Trans Lives Matter takes the mic during Pride month
Cities across the country celebrate Pride to show their support for equality and the abolishment of sexual and gender-based discrimination. While the movement has gained considerable traction over the years, the reality of life within the LGBTQIA+ community is still a genuine struggle, deepened even further for Black and POC trans women.
My husband waxed my arm: Why the beauty salon industry will be ok
After months of self-isolation and learning to cope with the new reality of everything-DIY, a certain situation in my house could no longer be ignored: my Middle Eastern genes and a blossoming of dark, frustratingly dense body hair.
Meet the famous Egyptians making waves in the west
A community most famous for their ancient past, modern Egyptians are paving new roads for themselves in all sorts of industries, particularly in the western world, where Arabs haven't exactly thrived. The last couple of years have been big, and soon enough, your Google search of Egypt will toss you a few more gems than the pyramids and hummus.
Dear Sleep: A love letter from a part-time insomniac
I used to wake up in the middle of the night, glance at my phone, and close my eyes again, smiling because I knew I got to spend a few more hours with you. Now when I wake up, you're not even here. I wait and wait and wait for you, and when you finally do come back, it's too late, and you've ruined my day.