8 highs and 8 lows in my 8 years in Dubai

    Before I even step afoot here in Dubai, I told myself to just give it 2 years max and I'll return home. Without any idea of what's waiting for...

15 ways to spot Filipinos in Dubai

They say everyone's attitude, activities and culture that defines a nationality shows up strongly especially when living in another country.This list points out the funny, witty and proud (and...

Barrio Fiesta introduces new menu additions

One of the most favorite Filipino restaurant in Dubai celebrates it's 5th anniversary. The Original Barrio Fiesta invited us to a dinner along with media and other guests.Aside from...

Motorists in Dubai will leave their cars at home for this reason

Photo: Emirates247If Public Transport Day or Car-free Day fails to lure car owners to commute, this latest initiative in Dubai will surely make them drool and eventually make them...

Persian Dinner with Finding the Universe Blogger in Shayan

I was ushered into a private room and saw this guy in a beige chesterfield-like coat with hair on dreadlocks and ponytail, and a Canon EOS...

Crab Fest at Chimes

For four years now, Chimes celebrates Crab Fest every October. This year's installment features 6 sumptuous crab dishes to choose from. We tried 2 of them.We had Singapore Chili...

Purefoods, Ginebra, Rain or Shine to play official PBA games in Dubai

UPDATE: As of 18th January, no confirmation that this is going to happen.UPDATE: Ginebra, Rain Or Shine, Globalport to play official Governors Cup games in Dubai in May 2015.Seven...

Emirates to fly first A380 commercial flight to Manila today

Lucky  passengers will get to experience the first commercial flight of an A380 aircraft to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila as Emirates takes its flagship aircraft to a...

Pinoy entertainment events happening in the last quarter of 2014

Photo from mdeomediaIt's concert season once again in Dubai. Sarah Geronimo, Anne Kurtis, Vhong Navarro, Bamboo, Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera are just some of the biggest names set...

Eid special show at Dubai Dolphinarium

In the Philippines, dolphin sighting is a common occurrence to ferry travelers like me. I've seen dolphins play along with people on board ferries.  It is also a common...

Retirement Planning Session in Dubai

Financial literacy advocates, motivators and authors Marvin Germo and Randell Tiongson are coming to Dubai to deliver a series of powerful seminars about Investment and the Economic Outlook in...

Batman Ride in Dubai Six Flags Theme Park?

We all hope so.  Set to launch in 2017, Six Flags has not publicly disclosed yet which rides will be set up in Dubai. In the US, Batman Ride...

Mr. Chinkee Tan Live in UAE: Plan Right, Live Bright

One of the most inspirational and motivational wealth coach and author Chinkee Tan is coming to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.The man who advocates turning tragedies into opportunities, Mr. Chink...

Boodle Fight Dining in Dubai

I've tried this Boodle Fight dining in Dubai twice already - both in Asian Flavors in Qusais (Baghdad corner Damascus streets).Traditional 'Boodle Fight' is a military style of eating where...

FIBAU17 Pilipinas vs Angola: Whispers from the bleachers

When Team Angola entered the court, the crowd was calm and probably stunned by the height of the opponents. But it was goosebumps when Batang Gilas entered the court...

Mo’s American Dining Experience at Citywalk Dubai

It was my first time to visit Citywalk. I've heard so many good things about this place, and finally I made it here.  This vibrant dining and shopping haven...

Philippine Team ready for battle ahead FIBA U17 World Championship in Dubai

Filipino basketball fans in UAE can have a glimpse of the future of Philippine basketball. A young team, Batang Gilas, is set to compete in FIBA Under-17 World Championship...

Dubai’s Ramadan Night Market – A Paradise for Shopaholics

What is the most common festival in Dubai? What else but a shopping festival!So wives, if the husband allows you to shop til wee hours past midnight, here's one...

Lavish Iftar at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek

A convergence of the hotel's restaurants welcomed us at Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek Wednesday night. Right upon stepping out of the lift to the first floor, an...

The Largest Mall in the Planet, Mall of the World Dubai

Artist’s impression of the Mall of the WorldHH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum announced that the emirate is planning to build the world's first temperature-controlled city that will house...

Millenium Plaza Hotel Hosted Media and Bloggers Iftar

PR - In celebration of the holy month of Ramadan, Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai hosted an Iftar for the media and bloggers last night. We enjoyed a wide variety...

Iftar Buffet at Liwan Restaurant, Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana and How You Can Win One

Our pleasure to be invited to a press and bloggers Iftar at the all-day dining Liwan restaurant in Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana.It's my first time in Liwan and...

Behind the Scene Photos: Star Wars Episode VII Filming in Abu Dhabi

TMZ posted some exclusive spoiler photos of the filming of Star Wars Episode 7 in the hot hot hot UAE. It is scorching 50 degrees hot in the city...
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Ion Gonzaga, a.k.a. "Boy Dubai" is a no-nonsense authority blogger and storyteller. He is known to "say things many people cannot say." He's also a UX designer, runner, cyclist, a big fan of basketball.

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