Dubai is and has been a titan of trade for centuries. To get a sense of what commerce was like back in the day, take a stroll through one of the city's traditional souks, or bazaars. The Gold Souk ...

Dubai has long been a global leader in gold trade, housing the Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) and the historic ...

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ARRIVING in Dubai is like stepping into a modern fairytale. At first glance it can be an overwhelming mosaic of shiny ...

Dubai’s oldest network of souks in the Al Khor area are another evocative way to feel the soul of the city. I find vendors selling everything from spices to gold to flowers, clothes, perfumes ...

If you’re thinking of a trip to the souks but aren’t sure what to expect, check out our full guide to all of the Dubai souks here. As well as the old-school souks, you can also head out to shop at one ...

She always sat in her usual spot at the old Dubai souks… People loved her for her boundless positivity, her love for life and for others, her kindness in feeding birds and cats, and her ...