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Out of Dubai - Turkish gulet in RAK
A traditional Turkish sailing schooner plying the waves off the coastline of the Northern Emirates is how we begin our new series 'Out of Dubai'. Escaping the incessant summer heat with sails flapping in the breeze, diving in the warm "Gulf" waters and enjoying a fusion of Arabian and Caribbean cuisine - just some of the delights on board the Arabian Diver.
A Blizzard in the Ice Lounge
The first ice lounge in the Middle East recently opened in Dubai so Phil Blizzard, dressed as 'Scott of the Antartic' went to explore Chillout at the Times Square Center and discovered a sub-zero environment where everything is made of ice ... including the drinking glasses.
Hy-Art in Dubai
Expertise from the art and hospitality industries have come together to create an intriguing collaboration. The first in a series of Hy-Art exhibitions is called "Four of a Kind' and features works from the Darehbaghi family. Allison Collins form the Majlis Gallery is our guide and talks to Phil Blizzard.
Global Music - Benin, West Africa
An eclectic mix of artiste has teamed up with Benin's Angelique Kidjo. You can hear collaborations with Peter Gabriel, Carlos Santana, Ziggy Marley, Joss Stone and Alicia Keys to name just a few artistes bringing their influences into the African mix.
May Fest at Dubai's J W Marriott
The Bavarian Festival combines regional cuisine, hop beverages and music in a jolly event as featured now with duo Sylvie and Sonja, along with Chef Uwe who explains about the culinary delights from this region of Germany.
Majestic Gulf Craft
Sipping a drink on board a super yacht, as the sun drops below the horizon, is what some dreams are made of. Phil Blizzard got a taste of luxury with Harald Schlegel, International Sales & Marketing manager, Gulf Craft on board one of their 110ft super yachts.
TV & Radio Correspondent's Lame Duck
Washington based Radio and Television Correspondents attending their annual dinner were treated to the President talking about his wild shooting VP, his role as a quest worker and being a lame duck. This report on, the first day of April, from our correspondent in Mirdiff.
Aida - The Monumental Opera on Fire
This most impressive theatrical production will see Verdi's opera Aida being performed in a stunning outdoor setting - the lavish gardens of the Emirates Palace Hotel. Producer Ibrahim Franze talks about the requirements for this massive outdoor show and the aspect of 'bringing the opera home' to Arabia.
Collective display of art - Dubai Creekside
Amongst the renovated windtowers of Dubai's Bastakia creekside settlement are several established art galleries, like The Majlis and XVA. Nestling around these are several temporary ones attracting local and international artists for the debut Dubai Creek Contemporary Art Fair.
On The Dark Side of the Stage
One of the most sophisticated stage productions ever seen in the Middle East was used for the Dark Side of the Moon extravganza featuring the creative genius of Pink Floyd - Roger Waters. In this 'behind the scenes' feature Phil Blizzard talks with the touring production manager Chris Kansay, Ric Wade of Protech and Padma Coram from promoters The Talentbrokers.
Backstage at Cirque du Soleil
Lights, music, action ..... artistes in rehearsal, the smell of grease paint in the make up room, sound technicians and musicians, along with jugglers and high flying tapeeze artistes are some of the many elements as we take a visit to the Grand Chapiteau, the big top tent.
Dubai Shopping Festival Food Delights
With 505 different dishes forming the world's largest buffet at Dubai's new Zabeel Park a Guiness record is expected. This, along with plenty of entertainers and cuisine from around the globe, forms part of the DSF Food.e.tainment event, as described by Tshering Idanani Event & PR Coordinator.
City 7 TV - All About You & Dubai
From the set of the debut show on the newest English langauge TV station in the Middle East Phil Blizzard speaks with City 7 TV's President Mr Mohi-din Binhendi about his vision and his passion for not only the station, but fishing, as well as the city of Dubai.
Jean Sobieski - Art & Technology
How does one paint a computer virus? French artiste Jean Sobieski, a descendent of Polish Royalty, explains how he portrays technology, with the aid of techology. He also talks about 'Emergence' and the work he has produced as a consequence of a 'near death experience' at an early age.
Global Music 2 - Germany
International chart acts Foolsgarden, Kraftwerk and Nena, along with accordionist Catherin Pfeifer, New World fusion outfit Dissidenten, exponents of jazz and salsa Salsafuerte, German 'pop meister' Friedrich Liechtenstein, and others, can be heard in this Global Music feature on AME Info Radio.
