New Year
Welcome 2026: Your Slow-Living Guide
We are going hard this year. But slowly
by Dara Morgan
1 Jan 2026
Why You Don’t Need New Year’s Resolutions To Do Better
And why perfectionism isn’t helping either
by Sana Bun
24 Dec 2025
How To Do Christmas In London: Culture, Mood And Food
With a little help from insiders, here is our essential holiday to-do list for London
by Barbara Yakimchuk
23 Dec 2025
How the Middle East Celebrates New Beginnings: Cultural Rituals For the New Year
A guide to understanding New Year traditions in the Middle East
by Sana Bun
22 Dec 2025
What Sandy’s Friends Are Wishing For This New Year
Before Christmas arrives: what KLO, Jashe and Noor Taan, Rhea Jacobs and Ali Chaaban are wishing for
by Barbara Yakimchuk
20 Dec 2025
From New Year’s Eve To Eid: Middle Eastern Brands For Festive Dressing
Discover local labels to shop for modern occasionwear
by Sana Bun
19 Dec 2025
Last-Minute New Year’s Art Gifts You Can Find In Cairo & Beirut
Your guide to creative, locally made presents
by Sana Bun
18 Dec 2025
Your Reason To Dress Up: 13 Dubai Spots To Welcome 2026 In Full Glam
Grab your phone and do the booking to step into 2026 like a diamond — shining
by Dara Morgan
17 Dec 2025
2026 Begins Here: New Year Events, Concerts & Parties Across the Arab World
Your guide to New Year 2026 in the Arab world
by Sana Bun
17 Dec 2025
Holiday Gift Guide: Functional Presents For Jetsetters
From clever travel tech to comfort-boosting flight essentials
by Sana Bun
16 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve With a View: Rooftop Spots To Watch Fireworks In the Gulf
Discover some of the best rooftop spots to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks in the Gulf
by Sana Bun
15 Dec 2025
The Unhinged Edit: Quirky Handbags That Just Make Sense
From spaghetti clutches to silver sardine tins
by Sana Bun
15 Dec 2025
The Tech Gift Guide: Clever Gadgets They Will Actually Use
From AI-powered sport glasses to smart art pieces
by Sana Bun
14 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve In the Middle East: What Is Open And What Isn't?
Transport updates, alcohol rules and opening hours
by Sana Bun
12 Dec 2025
Best Of STR: A Year Of Beautiful Noise (And Mild Chaos)
We are wrapping up 2026 with your favourite playlists, mixes and podcasts
by Dara Morgan
11 Dec 2025
What To Gift a Creative In 2026: Local Brands For Artists, Designers & Makers
A guide to the local gift ideas
by Sana Bun
11 Dec 2025
2025 New Year Events In Dubai, Abu Dhabi, And Sharjah — Full Schedule
Your guide to 2025 New Year events in the UAE
by Sana Bun
9 Dec 2025
New Year In the Desert: Where To Celebrate Among Dunes And Stars
Mix of culture and glamour! Ring in the New Year under a million stars with a luxurious desert celebration in the Gulf
by Iffat Nawaz
5 Dec 2025
2026 Fashion Trends You Can Actually Wear
Explore fun trends built for real life
by Sana Bun
3 Dec 2025
New Year Getaways From the Gulf: Visa-Free And Short-Haul Trips
Ditch the crowds for the New Year. Unlock affordable visa-friendly trips for 2026: short flight, big celebration
by Iffat Nawaz
2 Dec 2025
Top Places To Celebrate New Year’s Eve In the Middle East (2025–2026)
Discover the best places to start 2026
by Sana Bun
1 Dec 2025
Gift Guide For the Holiday Season In the Middle East
A cheerful guide to stress-free holiday gifting
by Sana Bun
27 Nov 2025
Mountain Resorts & Ski Trips In Lebanon For New Year’s Eve
Your guide to the best ski trips and mountain getaways in Lebanon for New Year
by Sana Bun
24 Nov 2025
Top 8 New Year's Movies For Every Occasion
There are countless holiday films, but let us face it — our favourites are as unchanging as Mariah Carey in December
by Dara Morgan
25 Dec 2024
Meet the Holiday Vibe With Sandy Times Xmas Playlist
40 minutes of Christmas and New Year tracks — Sandy Times Radio DJs' selections
by Barbara Yakimchuk
20 Dec 2024
Top Desert Camping Spots For New Year's Eve In MENA
Ring in the New Year’s with a desert camping adventure in the MENA region
by Iffat Nawaz
6 Nov 2024